How does a writer get inspired for a new project? Listen as our Brew & Ink crew delve into the different ways and struggles for a writer to begin a new project. Then the Flash Fiction Competition continues with Bill and EV going head to head on The Heist of Song. Bill drew Historical Fiction and EV drew horror. Check out their stories and vote on the website or on FB!

Does rejection make you quit? As writers and authors, we choose a life of rejection, especially when trying to get an agent or published. Listen to this great interview with successful author Bryan Davis who was rejected over 200 times over 8 years before getting his first published book. He also gives some great tools and resources for the craft of writing. 

"There are no small roles, only small actors." Minor characters give context, flavor, or even serve the story in a major way. Some of our favorite characters are considered "minor" in the story. The Brew & Ink crew discuss "minor" characters and how to write them well. Then Sarah and Steven face off for the next round of competition with the title I Never Slip on Banana Peels. Steven reads a caper, and Sarah reads her realistic fiction. Listen and vote for your favorite!

What the heck is Wattpad? With over 15k followers (and counting) on Wattpad, author and YouTuber Elizabeth Newsom gives her experience, expertise, and tips on how the platform can help writers. Then she talks about her novels and how difficult it is to write allegory.

With Halloween coming next week, what are the stories that scare you the most? The Brew & Ink crew discuss their favorite horror stories before the Wild Card competition with the title 3 Quarters and a Dime. Sarah drew Western, Bill a Mystery, and Britt drew Mythopoeia. Listen and vote!

How can people live generously in an industry sometimes known for being super competitive and cutthroat? Not just generous but over generous? Authors Michelle Medlock Adams and Bethany Jett talk about their careers in writing and how they have grown and expanded into other avenues like Serious Writer Academy by forming partnerships and being over generous with people. 

To get anywhere in writing, and life, we deal with rejection and failure. The Brew & Ink crew discuss how we deal with rejection of something so personal like our stories and why it can be a good thing. Then Evie and Steven read their versions of Three Tree Cemetery. Listen and vote www.brewandink.com !

What does an author, or any artist or small business owner, need to know about art direction and marketing? Cody Morehead caught the bug of graphic design a few years ago, and after learning about marketing and design from some big companies, he started his own business helping writers, non-profits, and companies define their brand. Check out this great conversation with Cody and get some great wisdom about art design and marketing.