In our first episode, we talk about the writing process, what this podcast is all about, and how we're going to structure the show!

If you're interested in: detailed book analysis, the trials and tribulations of being a writer, and unexpected dog noises...this is the podcast for you!

We also make our pitches for the first book club pick. And choose the first of many writing prompts.

Get your copy of Addie Larue here: https://amzn.to/2YnB3Dh

If you're interested in A Burning by Megha Majumdar: https://amzn.to/3pups1f

Check out Emily Wilson's translation of The Odyssey: https://amzn.to/3iVve9u

Writing prompt: Climate Change Fiction - Building Something - Unsubstantiated

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"Never make deals with the gods after dark."

This week Grace and Megan discuss the first 160-pages of The Invisible Life of Addie Larue. Our conversation dives into the essence of our MC, stubborn, willful, and passionate Addie. We also discuss Henry, Luc, Estele, and what it would be like to live three-hundred-years with little to no human connection.

In this episode we mention:

The King's English Bookshop: https://www.kingsenglish.com/

She-Ra And The Princesses of Power: https://www.netflix.com/title/80179762

Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert (highly recommend for all writers and creators!): https://amzn.to/2Mu2icG

Read Grace's short story here: http://thewritersclimax.com/2021/01/28/they-always-knew-by-grace-olscamp/

Read Megan's short story here: http://thewritersclimax.com/2021/01/26/echo-chamber-by-megan-walsh/

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Join your hosts, Grace Olscamp and Megan Walsh, as we discuss recent book releases, what makes a story succeed, and our own joys and tribulations as we write our own forthcoming debut novels!

The most important thing we learn in this episode is that GRACE WAS RIGHT. On multiple occasions!

We also talk about how much we *loathe* Luc and our hopefulness for both Addie and Henry. Also, what's the meaning of Henry's watch?

Watch the 13th documentary here: https://youtu.be/krfcq5pF8u8

Read Grace's writing prompt: http://thewritersclimax.com/2021/01/28/they-always-knew-by-grace-olscamp/

Read Megan's writing prompt: http://thewritersclimax.com/2021/01/27/exploits-of-a-tire-turner-by-megan-walsh/

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In this episode, we talk about the final pages of Addie Larue and the fast-clip of those last chapters. We absolutely loved all the celebrity references (Beethoven, Sinatra, Voltaire) and Addie learning to embrace the power she's created over the last 300 years.

There were also some things we didn't love....so tune in to find out!

This week's writing prompt: Western - Ordering a drink - Invisible

NYC Midnight competitions: http://www.nycmidnight.com/

Have you ever felt like you were in a never-ending draft vortex? Have problem characters you don't know how to deal with? Realized your book started about 25,000 words after you *actually* started your book?

You're not alone!

In this episode, we dive into some of the nitty-gritty aspects of writing longer works of fiction and how writing shorter works can break you out of the swirly-twirly spiral of existential writing crisis.

There's good stuff too! Fun characters we've discovered, how to hack your own writing system, and the power of being part of a writing community.

A gentle reminder to our listeners: Every sentence makes you a better writer; every draft makes you a better writer.

NYC midnight: http://www.nycmidnight.com/

Jane Friedman (has worked in the publishing industry for 20 years): https://www.janefriedman.com/

First Pages Contest: https://www.firstpagesprize.com/

Dune: https://amzn.to/3ansDCO

Anxious People: https://amzn.to/2Zotsoo

Midnight Library: https://amzn.to/2NuedrA

House on the Cerulean Sea:

100 Years of Solitude: https://amzn.to/3tZD4Et

Read Megan's short story: https://thewritersclimax.com/2021/02/08/two-swift-shots-by-megan-walsh/

Read Grace's short story: https://thewritersclimax.com/2021/02/08/trouble-walked-in-by-grace-olscamp/

This week's writing prompt: Contemporary Fiction - Walking - Indifferent

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Oh that long-sought idea: control! In this episode, we come to terms with what we do and don't have control over and what constitutes these aspects of control over our own lives *especially* as it relates to Nora Seed.

We also talk about the idea of perspective and how it can ultimately shift and shape our ideas, our lives, and the people we love.

"Every time you choose not to choose, you're still choosing something."

All of this with a sprinkle of existential crisis surrounding infinity theory.

This week's writing prompt: Satire-taking a photograph-rugby

Read Grace's short story here: https://thewritersclimax.com/2021/02/22/sweet-tooth-by-grace-olscamp/

Read Megan's short story here: https://thewritersclimax.com/2021/02/08/finding-annie-in-manhattan-by-megan-walsh/

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In this episode of The Writer's Climax, we talk about the second third of The Midnight Library! Grace and Megan discuss the different lives Nora leads and how disappointing sex sent her back to the midnight Library. (Not a sex podcast....)

We also talk about the luxury of nature (and how much we love the climate specificity of Nora's journey into the Arctic!), other universe-hoppers, and the many complexities of mental health.

And regrets: how do we remedy them and essentially lighten the load?

Writing prompt: Fantasy - breaking a spell - portal

Read Grace's story here: https://thewritersclimax.com/2021/03/03/words-kant-espresso-by-grace-olscamp/

Read Megan's story here: https://thewritersclimax.com/2021/03/02/in-praise-of-the-american-dream-by-megan-walsh/