The cast grills Howard about “Deus ex Nauseum,” the bonus story from Emperor Pius Dei
Fifteen minutes long, because you're in a hurry, and we're not that smart.
Brandon, Dan, Howard, and Mary review some of Emma Coats’ “Pixar Rules” for storytelling
Finishing one project means it’s time to start the next one. And no, it’s not necessarily going to get easier…
Capers and Heists as a plot form, with lots of movies cited as examples.
In this second part a VERY SPECIAL two-part session of Writing Excuses Brandon, Dan, and Howard continue to tear into Mary’s first novel outline.
Brandon and Mary school Howard on “Man vs. Nature.” They might school the rest of us, too.
Brandon, Dan, Mary, and Howard brainstorm some fantasy setting elements for you. Need a magic system on the cheap? How about a political power structure?
Brandon, Dan, Howard, and Mary talk about making characters do dumb things for smart reasons.
Brandon, Dan, Howard, and Mary talk about pitching — a critical skill for new and established authors alike.
Brandon, Dan, and Howard brainstorm an urban fantasy set in a big-box store in Park City, Utah.