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A podcast covering all elements of developmental editing for both fiction and non-fiction. We also discuss the writer's mindset and creativity process, because writing is not just about words on a page, it's about your journey as a person who wants to contribute to the world. Editing services at lastpageeditorial.com
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INSPIRED TO WRITE - Christian Developmental Editor and Book Coach for Kingdom Creatives
Alivia Roan
I know you have a story on your heart that you are dying to tell. There is something unique inside of you that God is trying to call out through your creativity, but you get caught up in the details of how do I write a good story? How do I make my characters come to life on the page? Does my book truly matter? You find yourself stuck writing chapter one over and over, burnt out, discouraged and on the brink of quitting. Hi, my name is Alivia Roan. I’m a writer who loves Jesus, a dog mom, sto ...
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How can we practice creative self-care and why is it important ? In this episode we explore a new version of Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs (The Concentric Circles of Needs in this conversation) and how they apply to our creative work and practice. For more information you can check out my website lastpageeditorial.com You can email me at christine@la…
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How can we draw readers into the world we're creating and delight them with new ideas to discover? Epigraphs, or the quotes (sometimes real, sometimes made-up) are a great way to add depth and layers to your story. Whether fiction or non-fiction, using quotes, song lyrics, (or poems! I forgot to mention poems!) at the beginning of your chapters or …
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So, you want to build immersive worlds for your readers to explore but what if you give too much information, or not enough? This episode focuses on how to world build effectively by leading your reader deeper into the world you've created without overwhelming them or pulling them out of the story. For more information you can check out my website …
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Ep 10 An Episode about Representation and Why It Matters, How to Do It Well and What to Avoid
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Of course, I can't say everything there is to be said about representation in your book but in this episode, I give examples of things to avoid when trying to represent different groups as well as ideas on how to do representation well. Bottom line: we're all here and we all deserve to be seen, understood, and have our stories told. I'm sure this w…
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Some characters must die! But who should you kill and how can you a) make it meaningful and effective for your story and b) give an emotional payoff to your reader? In this episode of The Developmental Edit we talk about how to kill your characters as well as things to avoid when it comes to fictional body counts. For more information you can check…
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Last weekend I went to a storytelling workshop led by Elizabeth Lord and in this episode, I share my big takeaways from the workshop. I give examples as well as a simple exercise you can do to make your writing connect more powerfully with your readers. For more information you can check out my website lastpageeditorial.com You can email me at chri…
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Have you had the same idea stuck in your head for years, yet you can not seem to write your book? Schedule a FREE 25 minute Unstuck Session with me. We will get to the root of what is holding you back and establish practical solutions that will get you moving towards your author dreams! Free Unstuck Session | https://calendly.com/alivialroan/free-u…
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The act of writing is mundane but that's where the magic happens. It's an important part of the creative process. For more information you can check out my website lastpageeditorial.com You can email me at christine@lastpageeditorial.com Or follow me on Instagram @lastpageeditorial由Christine Petty
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Welcome to the second part in our Outlining Series! I hope you guys are having as much fun as I am. If you haven't already, make sure you go back and listen to part one. Today is all about creating engaging supporting characters that matter in the big picture of our story. I can't wait to dive in and see what we come up with together. Have you had …
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In this episode, we discuss how to use the Pixar Storytelling Formula as a non-fiction writer, knowing your why, and a simple exercise to get clarity on your non-fiction book. For more information you can check out my website lastpageeditorial.com You can email me at christine@lastpageeditorial.com Or follow me on Instagram @lastpageeditorial…
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Ep 5 How to Do the Thing (even when life happens, your Mom comes to visit, and you're a perfectionist)
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What happens when you finally start doing something you've said you wanted to do (like, write a book for example, or start a podcast) and then life gets messy, dramatic, complicated, or you just plain don't feel like it? In this episode I'm looking at this annoying part of the creative process and offering my 3 suggestions for how to work with this…
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Ep. 4 Crafting Your Narrative Structure with the Not-So-Secret-but-Never-Talked-About Secret Formula of Pixar Movies
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What do all Pixar (okay, Disney, but you know what I mean) movies have in common? They follow the same formula for storytelling. Based on the Hero's Journey but with their own special brand of magic, Pixar movies can give writers a jumping off point for crafting their own stories. Using examples from Coco, Moana, Wreck-It Ralph, and Zootopia (among…
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Of all the archetypes, the Trickster is one of my favorites. In this episode, we explore what makes a Trickster, how to write a Trickster, examples from stories you may be familiar with, as well as why the Trickster is one of the most powerful archetypes you can include in your story. For more information you can check out my website lastpageeditor…
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What should you do before you send your manuscript to an editor? What is a sample edit and how much does it cost? (Answer: Sample edits are usually, though not always, free.) What is it like working with an editor and how can you pick the right editor for you? For more information you can check out my website lastpageeditorial.com You can email me …
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What is a developmental edit and why might you need one? How is developmental editing different from other types of editing or even beta reading? An introduction to the podcast and your host as she explains why a developmental edit might be just what you need to take your book to the next level. For more information you can check out my website las…
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Welcome to part one in an new outlining series where I am going to take a random, raw story idea and flesh it out in real time on the show. In this series, I am going to walk you through my personal process of how I take vague ideas and turn them into an impactful outline. The first episode is all about laying the foundation to an effective outlini…
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What do you do when you don't feel like writing? You desperately want to bring your story to life, but you don't always feel like actually writing it. It's a common issue, but for some reason, we feel like we face it alone. Well friend, I am not only here to tell you that you are NOT alone, I am here to walk along side you so we can overcome this t…
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Who else has lofty reading goals for 2024? 2023 was an amazing reading year for me, and I can't wait to find even more incredible books in 2024. Some of my reading goals for this year include reading more books by Indie authors and reading more classics. I hope the books I recommended in today's episode will launch you towards your reading goals fo…
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12 | 3 Tips to Set Sustainable Writing Goals That Work For You Instead of Against You in 2024
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Have you had the same idea stuck in your head for years, yet you can not seem to write your book? Schedule a FREE 25 minute Unstuck Session with me. We will get to the root of what is holding you back and establish practical solutions that will get you moving towards your author dreams! Free Unstuck Session | https://calendly.com/alivialroan/free-u…
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11 | The Number One Mistake Authors Make When Incorporating Backstory intoTheir Novel (And How to Fix It)
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Have you had the same idea stuck in your head for years, yet you can not seem to write your book? Schedule a FREE 25 minute Unstuck Session with me. We will get to the root of what is holding you back and establish practical solutions that will get you moving towards your author dreams! Free Unstuck Session | https://calendly.com/alivialroan/free-u…
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Have you had the same idea stuck in your head for years, yet you can not seem to write your book? Schedule a FREE 25 minute Unstuck Session with me. We will get to the root of what is holding you back and establish practical solutions that will get you moving towards your author dreams! Free Unstuck Session | https://calendly.com/alivialroan/free-u…
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Have you had the same idea stuck in your head for years, yet you can not seem to write your book? Schedule a FREE 25 minute Unstuck Session with me. We will get to the root of what is holding you back and establish practical solutions that will get you moving towards your author dreams! Free Unstuck Session | https://calendly.com/alivialroan/free-u…
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Have you had the same idea stuck in your head for years, yet you can not seem to write your book? Schedule a FREE 25 minute Unstuck Session with me. We will get to the root of what is holding you back and establish practical solutions that will get you moving towards your author dreams! Free Unstuck Session | https://calendly.com/alivialroan/free-u…
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Have you had the same idea stuck in your head for years, yet you can not seem to write your book? Schedule a FREE 25 minute Unstuck Session with me. We will get to the root of what is holding you back and establish practical solutions that will get you moving towards your author dreams! Free Unstuck Session | https://calendly.com/alivialroan/free-u…
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Have you had the same idea stuck in your head for years, yet you can not seem to write your book? Schedule a FREE 25 minute Unstuck Session with me. We will get to the root of what is holding you back and establish practical solutions that will get you moving towards your author dreams! Free Unstuck Session | https://calendly.com/alivialroan/free-u…
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You might sit down to write your book and realize, oh no. I have no idea where I am going with this. This is totally normal friends. Whether you are a new author or you've published plenty of books, we all need a little help to get our stories back on track. This episode is all about outlining your book with purpose, so you can get unstuck and make…
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Our readers explore the world we create through our Characters. In todays episode we dive deep into how to develop memorable characters, so your readers stay engaged throughout the entire book. Here are the links to the resources I mentioned: The Negative Trait Thesaurus: A Writer's Guide to Character Flaws https://amzn.to/3RBCYPT The Positive Trai…
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Have you had the same idea stuck in your head for years, yet you can not seem to write your book? Schedule a FREE 25 minute Unstuck Session with me. We will get to the root of what is holding you back and establish practical solutions that will get you moving towards your author dreams! Free Unstuck Session | https://calendly.com/alivialroan/free-u…
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Have you had the same idea stuck in your head for years, yet you can not seem to write your book? Schedule a FREE 25 minute Unstuck Session with me. We will get to the root of what is holding you back and establish practical solutions that will get you moving towards your author dreams! Free Unstuck Session | https://calendly.com/alivialroan/free-u…
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Have you had the same idea stuck in your head for years, yet you can not seem to write your book? Schedule a FREE 25 minute Unstuck Session with me. We will get to the root of what is holding you back and establish practical solutions that will get you moving towards your author dreams! Free Unstuck Session | https://calendly.com/alivialroan/free-u…
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Have you had the same idea stuck in your head for years, yet you can not seem to write your book? Schedule a FREE 25 minute Unstuck Session with me. We will get to the root of what is holding you back and establish practical solutions that will get you moving towards your author dreams! Free Unstuck Session | https://calendly.com/alivialroan/free-u…
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