The Writing Coach
Author and writing coach Kevin T. Johns interviews the instructors, editors, coaches, and mentors that help writers and authors create their art, build their audience, and sell their work. If you enjoy podcasts like I Should Be Writing, Grammar Girl, and Writing Excuses, be sure to check out The Writing Coach. Interviews with Tim Grahl, Shawn Coyne, Cathy Yardley and more!
Arrogance, Ignorance, and Apprenticeship - The Writing Coach 197
Inspired by a Simon Sinek quote about arrogance and humility, in this episode of The Writing Coach podcast, host Kevin T. Johns explores how the modern view of writing as a talent differs from its historical roots as a trade.
How to Plot a Killer Final Act - The Writing Coach 196
Writing coach Kevin T. Johns explains the story beats you can use to plot a fantastic final act for your book.
Lorraine Johnston on Writing Fiction with ChatGPT - The Writing Coach 195
In this episode of The Writing Coach podcast, writing coach Kevin Johns speaks with Amazon bestseller author Lorraine Johnston.
On Offence, Disabilities, and Introversion - The Writing Coach 194
In this episode of The Writing Coach podcast, writing coach Kevin Johns discusses the important topic of offending people through creative expression and communication. He acknowledges that with any public work, there is a risk of unintentionally offending some audiences.
My Top Ten Tips for Writers
Writing coach Kevin T. Johns shares the top ten pieces of advice he most often gives to writers.
How to Use AI to Improve Your Environmental Descriptions
Writing coach Kevin T. Johns explains how authors can harness the power of ChatGPT to improve the environmental descriptions in their writing.
How School Messes Up Writers
In this episode of The Writing Coach podcast, writing coach Kevin T. Johns argues many beginner authors struggle because our public school and high school education systems fail to teach students the revision skills, experimentation, and risk-taking necessary to create art.
6 Types of Editors
Writing coach Kevin T. Johns describes the 6 different types of editors and the roles they play in the publishing and book production process. Listen now!
Pathetic Fallacy Explained
Writing coach Kevin T. Johns explains how to effectively use the literary technique of pathetic fallacy.
Sandy Day on Community and Accountability
Writing coach Kevin T. Johns discusses the fascinating way that chaos and serendipity inform our lives, our careers, and our art.
