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The Writers’ Block Podcast

The Writers’ Block Podcast

By Jennifer Bush-Harris

The Writers' Block exists to be an encouragement and resource to all writers along their journey! Whether you write as a hobby, if you are a blogger, or you are on your way towards publication, we have something for everyone!

Come see us every other Thursday and get your strength back to keep going! And as always, Happy Writing!
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47. Be Gentle With Yourself

The Writers’ Block Podcast Dec 04, 2020

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122. Author Math & SH!T Writers Say #3

122. Author Math & SH!T Writers Say #3

Writers are strange creatures…and I am proud to be one.
Mar 28, 202427:45
121. The Art Of The Show Up

121. The Art Of The Show Up

Sometimes the hardest thing you can do is an artist is believing yourself… The second hardest thing is showing up for yourself. This show will have a SEND FOR A POET segment with my work “A POEM WITH NO TRANSLATION.”
Mar 15, 202427:14
120. Let ‘Er Rip!
Mar 01, 202416:40
119. “I talk in writer…”
Feb 16, 202417:40
118. “EWW, GIRLS!”
Feb 03, 202420:32
117. What’s In The Cache?

117. What’s In The Cache?

Welcome to Season 8! With all things being immediate, sometimes we as artists have to let things…simmer! A Cache is different from the Draft Drawer we spoke about way back in Season 1. But it’s just as needed, trust me!
Jan 18, 202412:52
END OF THE YEAR LETTER - 2023

END OF THE YEAR LETTER - 2023

You’re doing better than you think you are. Onward to 2024!
Dec 30, 202303:15
116. 200 EPISODES! Pens Up!

116. 200 EPISODES! Pens Up!

It took us 5 years to get to this point, and we are going to celebrate LOUDLY! Come and celebrate with us!
Dec 28, 202316:09
115. Writing In A Time Of Upheaval: Shouts To Roxanne Gay

115. Writing In A Time Of Upheaval: Shouts To Roxanne Gay

Writers are witnesses, agitators, and truth-tellers! The work we do is needed and necessary! Write like your life depends on it! Works mentioned: The Source of Self-Regard (T. Morrison), Bad Feminist (R. Gay) and WRITING IN A TIME OF SOCIAL CHANGE (MasterClass taught by R. Gay). SEND FOR A POET segment is by Kyle “Guante” Tran Myhre. The work is called “VOTING AS A FIRE EXTINGUISHER.” Follow him on IG: @guantesolo.
Dec 14, 202322:30
114. Until They Need Us - Part 2

114. Until They Need Us - Part 2

“Black people need witnesses in a world that thinks everything is White.” -James Baldwin
Nov 23, 202324:38
113. Until They Need Us - Part 1

113. Until They Need Us - Part 1

The work of the writer can be thankless…but we do it anyway.
Nov 09, 202317:58
112. Here They Come Again

112. Here They Come Again

There is a White woman on TikTok who believes the LORD told her to “sanctify” Iniko’s song Jericho—to make it sound more Christian and less “demonic.” Where have I/We/Us heard that before?
Oct 26, 202322:39
111. The Slide

111. The Slide

The most glorious moment in fiction writing is when the characters take over. The scariest thing is fiction writing is when the characters take over! For this episode, we’ll examine how great this is…and how scary that just might be.
Oct 12, 202318:38
110A: Closing Thoughts On Back To Writing Month

110A: Closing Thoughts On Back To Writing Month

Whew! And just like that then month of September is hours from being over. Let’s take time to reflect on September, which is BACK TO WRITING MONTH, and the proceeding 9. Onward to 2024!
Sep 30, 202312:43
110. NAS Did 6 Albums In 3 Years

110. NAS Did 6 Albums In 3 Years

At the time of this recording, recording artists/rapper/emcee/aka ESCO, NAS has released his 6th album in 3 years. For this episode, we are going to explore just how powerful (and needed) creative energy is. Note: listen to the end of this episode for a special announcement for February 2024 (Accounts to follow: IG: @authorjbharris, TT: @whatjayesaid2.0, Podcast: WHATJAYESAID: THE PODCAST). Note: The HAPPY BIRTHDAY HIP-HOP Series Is on I BREATHE FIRE (http://jenniferharrisbreathesfire.wordpress.com).
Sep 28, 202330:55
109A. Bonus: VENGEANCE IS THE BODY (LIVE READING)

109A. Bonus: VENGEANCE IS THE BODY (LIVE READING)

VENGEANCE IS THE BODY is available on Amazon/Kindle. This reading was done on Saturday, September 23, 2023.
Sep 25, 202301:31:02
109. The Need Of The Artist
Sep 14, 202326:56
108: NIKKI GIOVANNI IS 80.

108: NIKKI GIOVANNI IS 80.

The Black writers who shaped my life, who I quote and study—are either aging or dead. When Yolande Cornelia Giovanni, Jr. (Nikki Giovanni) turned 80 this past June, this was driven home to me. My Foremothers…are leaving. Leaving! Where do we go from here?
Aug 24, 202319:38
107. You Are The Story

107. You Are The Story

Sometimes you have to encourage yourself and other people. In listening to BlackFluidPoet (podcast is the same name—listen to the episode titled “THE FOREST”), I want to answer the question of “Who is even listening?” The answer is this: the people who need to hear. Artists are a different type of healer…and we are more needed just like medicine…
Aug 10, 202330:13
106. Black Writers In White People’s Faces

106. Black Writers In White People’s Faces

For this episode, we are going to focus on what is currently happening in the Houston. Independent school district. Libraries are being closed for lack of a better word in order to make room for detention centers within schools that are being created under the guise of helping children to learn to learn how to read. We’ve been here before… Haven’t we? Read here: https://t.co/PhO0TkEpBi Extras: follow THE RECLAIMED PODCAST, and support BOOKS N BROS (http://www.booksnbros.com)!
Jul 28, 202330:26
105. The Album (Or Cemetery) Of Social Media

105. The Album (Or Cemetery) Of Social Media

Tweeting. Facebooking. Instagramming, Duets. Stitching. Going Live. All these verbs are now part of our writing reality. Yet as technology changes, and these things are changed, improved, or even lost… How do we as writers manage that? Follow me on TT: @whatjayesaid2.0/shesgottapen2.0; IG: @authorjbharris SPILL: WHATJAYESAID Twitter: @authorjbharris/@theladyofharris FB: Jennifer Bush-Harris
Jul 14, 202328:48
104. Writer Success (Part II)

104. Writer Success (Part II)

There are certain things that feel like wins and like losses as a writer—which is individual to the writer who experiences them. And yet…we keep going… in spite of.
Jun 29, 202326:09
103. Writer Success (Part I)

103. Writer Success (Part I)

If you ask a writer, what successes… They may not have a easy answer for you. Success is as individual as the writer whom you ask. In this two-part show explore what that means, what success really is, and what success actually means to me. Also! Listen all the way to the end of the show to hear about YOUR LIFE THE MIXTAPE MAGAZINE! I also am a feature writer for it—AND ITS FREE! Check out my column WHAT HAD HAPPENED WAS! Subscribe today!
Jun 15, 202320:54
102. Check The Cache

102. Check The Cache

There is something to be said for checking the work you abandoned, and what you got distracted from getting back to. For this episode, let it me a reminder to go back and look again—you might be surprised at what you find!
Jun 01, 202322:41
101 A. WGA STRONG

101 A. WGA STRONG

At the time of this recording, the Writers Guild of America is still on strike. So often, this profession, this art, is not honored. And it’s time that we start doing that. Without a writer nothing moves.
May 20, 202321:27
101. AI vs. “WHO AM I?”

101. AI vs. “WHO AM I?”

With all that’s going on in the world AI, it’s just the newest innovation of what writers have faced for centuries. With every new invention that seeks to replace human creativity, it must be kept in proper perspective. For this particular show, I give my opinion on just how, I think AI can be useful, and what makes it detrimental.
May 18, 202318:04
100. OUR 100th SHOW!

100. OUR 100th SHOW!

As of this show, we are nine days from our fourth year anniversary of podcasting. It is amazing just how far this platform has come, and how much further it Hass to go. There is an exuberance on the show, and energy on this show, that only a black woman can bring. Come and share this joy… A Black woman did this.
May 04, 202317:04
99A. “Primary Sources, Secondary Sources, Never Imaginary Sources…”

99A. “Primary Sources, Secondary Sources, Never Imaginary Sources…”

The adage is that history is written by the winners. Yet, I pose you this question: is history really with written by the winner or is it written by the people who survived? And are still surviving? Being a primary resource, you have to understand that it is your responsibility to record what is happening around you… AND TO YOU in times of social upheaval and change! Toni Morrison said that artists/writers do their best work In times of social upheaval and change. in the spirit of that legacy, let this show be a reminder to you that your life indeed is a treasure. We are now the future ancestors. Let us act accordingly.
Apr 26, 202326:21
99. The Writer’s Resume

99. The Writer’s Resume

Every Writer needs a résumé! A document that can be given out. We need a necessary that tracks and celebrates all of your accomplishments. The thing that is so amazing about your write a résumé is it is built by you. I can also be neglected by you. Make time to update it every so often, and celebrate over it… Every so often. Note: AND KEEP IT UPDATED!
Apr 20, 202316:14
98. Read The Releases

98. Read The Releases

One of the things most crucial in your writing journey is the management and control of your intellectual property. While there are many reputable places for you to submit your work (and you should!) there are also places that will take your work. It is essential for you as your own advocate, the proprietor of your intellectual property to read your releases. There should never be a time when you have your own authentic work in the world With no knowledge of what will be done with it, and no control over it.
Apr 06, 202315:56
97. The Power Of Consistency

97. The Power Of Consistency

I know it seems that all is lost, and success may never come, but trust me—it is on the way. Keep going.
Mar 23, 202319:25
Day 28: Love & All Its Forms-reading from How Much Justice Cost? by JBHarris

Day 28: Love & All Its Forms-reading from How Much Justice Cost? by JBHarris

As this project ends, I thought I would be fitting to end it with a sample of the work you will find in the title listed. It has been my hope, that you have gotten some encouragement, entertainment, and maybe remember just how complex love is… And how deep you can go. this book is available on Amazon and Kindle now. make sure that you rate, recommend, and review this podcast whatever you find it. Thank you.
Feb 28, 202310:57
Day 27: Love In All Its Forms: Love Letter to Black Women by MikeTheVoice

Day 27: Love In All Its Forms: Love Letter to Black Women by MikeTheVoice

On his TikTok account, we have the campaign #FindMikeAWife. After hearing this piece, hopefully she will come to him soon! Make sure to follow MikeTheVoice on all his platforms and watch for his book!
Feb 27, 202309:08
Day 26: Love And All Its Forms: Look To Him by Mike The Voice

Day 26: Love And All Its Forms: Look To Him by Mike The Voice

As we begin to wait if this project (this might return next year, so keep following this particular space!) We have Mike The Voice once more still with his soulful work. Make sure you’re following Mike The Voice on all platforms to make sure you are aware when this book drops! Remember to rate, recommend, and review this podcast wherever you find it. Thank you!
Feb 26, 202307:59
Day 25-Love & All Its Forms: No More Water But Fire This Time/For Sojourner by JBHarris

Day 25-Love & All Its Forms: No More Water But Fire This Time/For Sojourner by JBHarris

these two pieces are from the crate from the summer of 2022. There is a collection for them, don’t worry! I am actually making room on the publishing calendar to include them in the work. I’ve been sitting on for a couple of years now. If poetry is our highest expression of language, then history, and it’s recording is the key to immortality. please remember to rate, recommend, and review this plat form wherever you may find it. Thank you.
Feb 25, 202308:31
Day 24-Love & All Its Forms: Growing by Tiffany Richardson

Day 24-Love & All Its Forms: Growing by Tiffany Richardson

Today we get a sneak peek from a future work by Tiffany Richardson. She doesn’t give a due date for this new work, but make sure that you were following her on social media so when that information is revealed, you’re first to know. The name of the future work is gonna be called: WATERING MY PLANTS. Make sure that you write review and follow this platform. Where were you find it. Thank you.
Feb 24, 202304:30
95. You Can’t Say That!

95. You Can’t Say That!

Toni Morrison said it best that language is the measure of our lives. Yet with that measuring, we come across the ownership of language. Language is dexterous and fluid. Yes – but yet it matters of communication, especially among minority people, at what lengths do we go to preserve and protect language? Mini-series to come on COME GET YOUR WRITE LIFE on March 4. Also follow Dr. Raquel Martin (@raquelmartinphd on TT/IG). This miniseries will be on I BREATHE FIRE (http://jenniferharrisbreathesfire.wordpress.com) and JBHarris Writing Services (http://comegetyourwritelife.wordpress.com) starting March 4, 2023.
Feb 23, 202318:08
Day 23: Love In All Its Forms: Love Draped In Black/Impostor Syndrome by JBHarris

Day 23: Love In All Its Forms: Love Draped In Black/Impostor Syndrome by JBHarris

As this project comes to an end within a matter of days, here are glimpses of future work—teases from PERSEPHONE IS A BLACK WOMAN. Make sure you follow this space for all pre-order information. Remember to rate, recommend, and review this podcast wherever you listen. Thank you.
Feb 23, 202307:33
Day 22: Love In All Its Forms: Black Queen by MikeTheVoice

Day 22: Love In All Its Forms: Black Queen by MikeTheVoice

MikeTheVoice is a fan of Black women. Anyone who knows him can vouch for how unabashedly he loves us. It would be fitting he sees us as Queens. Let this poem remind you, Black woman, Queen is who you are…and will remain.
Feb 23, 202308:02
Day 21: Love In All Its Forms: Black Is Beautiful by MikeTheVoice

Day 21: Love In All Its Forms: Black Is Beautiful by MikeTheVoice

Nina Simone sang “Young, Gifted, & Black” and with this installment of the poetry of MikeTheVoice reminds us just how blessed it is to be Black.
Feb 21, 202307:03
Day 20: Love & All Its Forms: Pure, Natural Beauty by MikeTheVoice

Day 20: Love & All Its Forms: Pure, Natural Beauty by MikeTheVoice

MikeTheVoice is indeed, a poet to watch. Before this is third installment for this particular project, he reminds us. as Black women that we are seen as well as loved.
Feb 20, 202306:04
Day 19: Love & All Its Forms- Untitled #1-MikeTheVoice (NSFW)

Day 19: Love & All Its Forms- Untitled #1-MikeTheVoice (NSFW)

This is the second piece from Mike The Voice during this project. The subject matter is dark—yet love is still here. Why? Black men are worthy of it. It is still available to them. Thank you, Mike. Thank you. Be sure to follow Mike on IG/TT as @mikethevoice. Please rate, review & recommend this platform.
Feb 19, 202306:58
Day 18: Love & All Its Forms: What That Mouth Do?/Revenge Porn by JBHarris

Day 18: Love & All Its Forms: What That Mouth Do?/Revenge Porn by JBHarris

These pieces are a sneak preview of VENGEANCE IS THE BODY due out in June 2023. Pre-order will be available March 1st. Remember to rate, review and recommend this podcast wherever you find it. Thank you.
Feb 18, 202304:58
Day 17: Love & All Its Forms-Super By Tiffany Richardson

Day 17: Love & All Its Forms-Super By Tiffany Richardson

It doesn’t seem like 17 days for this particular project does it? The beautiful thing is that we get more from Tiffany and her third work of poetry and title some flowers in winter. Make sure you pick that up on Amazon and Kindle. Be sure to rate, comment and review this podcast wherever you find it! Thank you.
Feb 17, 202304:54
94. Your Why

94. Your Why

YOUR WHY is your catalyst behind why your creativity flows in the direction that it does. Don’t be afraid of that, or shy away from it. Explore it, harness it, and share it with the world.
Feb 17, 202313:49
Day 16: Love & Its Many Forms-Simple by Tiffany Richardson

Day 16: Love & Its Many Forms-Simple by Tiffany Richardson

This poem read by Tiffany Richardson, gives me Lauryn Hill vibes. And I’m glad about that! With the world being as complex and loud as it is, sometimes the best thing you can do is reflect, and want to just how it all got so hard! Make sure that you were following Tiffany on all platforms and be sure to listen all the way to the end for her bio. Be sure to rate, follow, and review this podcast. Thank you.
Feb 16, 202304:43
Day 15: Love & Its Many Forms: A Queen’s Gambit & Mind F*ck (NSFW) by JBHarris

Day 15: Love & Its Many Forms: A Queen’s Gambit & Mind F*ck (NSFW) by JBHarris

These two pieces you’ll see in the collection due to be published later this year. Most likely you will find them in PERSPHONE IS A BLACK WOMAN. The Queen‘s gambit is an opening move in chess. With the success of that Netflix miniseries and book it is a reminder that black women have to consistently, and continuously better themselves. The second piece? It’s a reminder that, sex doesn’t always fix everything. Please remember to rate, follow, and review this podcast. Thank you.
Feb 15, 202305:10
93 A. The Writer Love Letter

93 A. The Writer Love Letter

It’s Love Day! Let’s fill your cup with something that you don’t hear often: you’re doing better than you think you are.
Feb 14, 202308:59
Day 14: Love & All Its Forms-WHEN I SEE YOU by MikeTheVoice

Day 14: Love & All Its Forms-WHEN I SEE YOU by MikeTheVoice

Just in time for Valentine’s Day, is a splendid piece by Mike The Voice. Make sure that you listen all the way to the end four ways by which you can support Mike and all his artistic endeavors. Be sure to rate, recommend, and review this podcast. All the five stars help. Follow MikeTheVoice on TT/IG.
Feb 14, 202306:27
Day 13-Love & Its Many Forms: When Beale Street Talks/Fast Girl Epilogue (NSFW) by JBHarris

Day 13-Love & Its Many Forms: When Beale Street Talks/Fast Girl Epilogue (NSFW) by JBHarris

These pieces were inspired by my latest work SWEETHEARTS & LOVENOTES. This book is available on Amazon and Kindle (shouts to #ChildhoodSweethearts). The second piece is a tad spicy so be aware. Grab the book before LOVE DAY! Remember to rate, review and subscribe to this podcast! Thank you.
Feb 13, 202307:40