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The Creative Writer Podcast

The Creative Writer Podcast

By Senja Laakso

Bite-sized lessons for busy writers and authors.

How do I create realistic characters? Where can I find beta readers? Does my book's plot work? My book is ready to be published, now what? How do I tell people about my book? If you've had questions like these, you've come to the right place. The Creative Writer Podcast is a resource for fiction writers and authors. The episode topics come from Senja Laakso's experience as a self-published fantasy author as well as her BBA degree in marketing and her current BA studies in literature.

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18 Motivating And Inspiring Thoughts When Writing

The Creative Writer PodcastMay 18, 2021

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53 When To Trust Yourself Over Feedback

53 When To Trust Yourself Over Feedback

There are times when the feedback is right and when it isn't. It's not always easy to know when to toss the feedback aside. Usually, I would trust the feedback. But you, as the original writer of the text, have a better understanding of your text's goals and its audience. That's why you have to learn when to trust yourself.


THE CREATIVE WRITER PODCAST

The Creative Writer Podcast is a podcast for writers and authors. Especially those of you who write fiction but non-fiction authors are also more than welcome here. On this podcast, I talk about topics you've requested or lessons I've learned on my writing journey. I like to keep the episodes somewhat short, so all you busy writers and authors have the time to listen or watch the episodes. After all, you need all the possible time to get your writing done!


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LET'S CONNECT! :)

Website: www.senjalaakso.com

Email: senjalaaksoauthor@gmail.com

Instagram (writing coach): https://www.instagram.com/stoorily/ ( @stoorily )

Instagram (author): https://www.instagram.com/senja.laakso/ ( @senja.laakso )

More links: https://linktr.ee/SenjaLaakso


For questions, requests and feedback, please, email me or DM me on Instagram. I would love to hear from you!

Jun 14, 202210:31
52 Writers, Read More Genres

52 Writers, Read More Genres

Don't stick to your own genre as a reader... as a writer. Especially not your sub-genre. There's a lot you can learn as a writer by reading more genres. Perhaps try out classics, contemporary romance, thrillers... There are so many genres. Maybe you'll find a new favourite read on the way too.


THE CREATIVE WRITER PODCAST

The Creative Writer Podcast is a podcast for writers and authors. Especially those of you who write fiction but non-fiction authors are also more than welcome here. On this podcast, I talk about topics you've requested or lessons I've learned on my writing journey. I like to keep the episodes somewhat short, so all you busy writers and authors have the time to listen or watch the episodes. After all, you need all the possible time to get your writing done!


JOIN MY MAILING LIST

Get your free gifts when you join: 90 Questions To Ask Your Characters, Writer's Guide To 16 Emotions, chapters from Revenge Undone, and TBR list templates

JOIN HERE: https://mailchi.mp/72e7c29f6677/senja-laakso


REVENGE UNDONE

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LET'S CONNECT! :)

Website: www.senjalaakso.com

Email: senjalaaksoauthor@gmail.com

Instagram (writing coach): https://www.instagram.com/stoorily/ ( @stoorily )

Instagram (author): https://www.instagram.com/senja.laakso/ ( @senja.laakso )

More links: https://linktr.ee/SenjaLaakso


For questions, requests and feedback, please, email me or DM me on Instagram. I would love to hear from you!

Jun 07, 202207:15
51 Developmental Editing Plan

51 Developmental Editing Plan

Do you need a better process for developmental edits? I did and this is what I do now. Perhaps this way you can improve your process too. At least it's worth a try.


THE CREATIVE WRITER PODCAST

The Creative Writer Podcast is a podcast for writers and authors. Especially those of you who write fiction but non-fiction authors are also more than welcome here. On this podcast, I talk about topics you've requested or lessons I've learned on my writing journey. I like to keep the episodes somewhat short, so all you busy writers and authors have the time to listen or watch the episodes. After all, you need all the possible time to get your writing done!


JOIN MY MAILING LIST

Get your free gifts when you join: 90 Questions To Ask Your Characters, Writer's Guide To 16 Emotions, chapters from Revenge Undone, and TBR list templates

JOIN HERE: https://mailchi.mp/72e7c29f6677/senja-laakso


REVENGE UNDONE

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https://senjalaakso.com/books.html


LET'S CONNECT! :)

Website: www.senjalaakso.com

Email: senjalaaksoauthor@gmail.com

Instagram (writing coach): https://www.instagram.com/stoorily/ ( @stoorily )

Instagram (author): https://www.instagram.com/senja.laakso/ ( @senja.laakso )

More links: https://linktr.ee/SenjaLaakso


For questions, requests and feedback, please, email me or DM me on Instagram. I would love to hear from you!

May 31, 202206:07
50 International Book Distribution

50 International Book Distribution

Indie authors, meaning self-published authors, this one is for you. Don't lose international readers for poor choices. In this episode, I tell you how to make your book available to more people internationally. Including me! Yes, I and many others want to read your books. But we can't if you don't use global distribution for your book.


THE CREATIVE WRITER PODCAST

The Creative Writer Podcast is a podcast for writers and authors. Especially those of you who write fiction but non-fiction authors are also more than welcome here. On this podcast, I talk about topics you've requested or lessons I've learned on my writing journey. I like to keep the episodes somewhat short, so all you busy writers and authors have the time to listen or watch the episodes. After all, you need all the possible time to get your writing done!


JOIN MY MAILING LIST

Get your free gifts when you join: 90 Questions To Ask Your Characters, Writer's Guide To 16 Emotions, chapters from Revenge Undone, and TBR list templates

JOIN HERE: https://mailchi.mp/72e7c29f6677/senja-laakso


REVENGE UNDONE

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https://senjalaakso.com/books.html


LET'S CONNECT! :)

Website: www.senjalaakso.com

Email: senjalaaksoauthor@gmail.com

Instagram (writing coach): https://www.instagram.com/stoorily/ ( @stoorily )

Instagram (author): https://www.instagram.com/senja.laakso/ ( @senja.laakso )

More links: https://linktr.ee/SenjaLaakso


For questions, requests and feedback, please, email me or DM me on Instagram. I would love to hear from you!

May 24, 202210:06
49 How To Use Tropes In Your Books

49 How To Use Tropes In Your Books

Just use it? Well, yes and no. It's not that simple... but it is simple. Book tropes are great for marketing, and most books use tropes one way or another. That's the point. How do you use them? How should you use them? That's what this episode is all about.


THE CREATIVE WRITER PODCAST

The Creative Writer Podcast is a podcast for writers and authors. Especially those of you who write fiction but non-fiction authors are also more than welcome here. On this podcast, I talk about topics you've requested or lessons I've learned on my writing journey. I like to keep the episodes somewhat short, so all you busy writers and authors have the time to listen or watch the episodes. After all, you need all the possible time to get your writing done!


JOIN MY MAILING LIST

Get your free gifts when you join: 90 Questions To Ask Your Characters, Writer's Guide To 16 Emotions, chapters from Revenge Undone, and TBR list templates

JOIN HERE: https://mailchi.mp/72e7c29f6677/senja-laakso


REVENGE UNDONE

https://books2read.com/RevengeUndone

https://senjalaakso.com/books.html


LET'S CONNECT! :)

Website: www.senjalaakso.com

Email: senjalaaksoauthor@gmail.com

Instagram (writing coach): https://www.instagram.com/stoorily/ ( @stoorily )

Instagram (author): https://www.instagram.com/senja.laakso/ ( @senja.laakso )

More links: https://linktr.ee/SenjaLaakso


For questions, requests and feedback, please, email me or DM me on Instagram. I would love to hear from you!

May 17, 202206:34
48 Good People Can Write About Horrible People

48 Good People Can Write About Horrible People

This episode was inspired by conversations I've seen online, for example on social media. Art usually represents a person's values, but that doesn't mean every piece of it does. A character is like a puzzle piece. You need that piece to build the puzzle but the finished puzzle looks nothing like that one puzzle piece.


THE CREATIVE WRITER PODCAST

The Creative Writer Podcast is a podcast for writers and authors. Especially those of you who write fiction but non-fiction authors are also more than welcome here. On this podcast, I talk about topics you've requested or lessons I've learned on my writing journey. I like to keep the episodes somewhat short, so all you busy writers and authors have the time to listen or watch the episodes. After all, you need all the possible time to get your writing done!


JOIN MY MAILING LIST

Get your free gifts when you join: 90 Questions To Ask Your Characters, Writer's Guide To 16 Emotions, chapters from Revenge Undone, and TBR list templates

JOIN HERE: https://mailchi.mp/72e7c29f6677/senja-laakso


REVENGE UNDONE

https://books2read.com/RevengeUndone

https://senjalaakso.com/books.html


LET'S CONNECT! :)

Website: https://senjalaakso.com/

Email: senjalaaksoauthor@gmail.com

Instagram (writing coach): https://www.instagram.com/stoorily/ ( @stoorily )

Instagram (author): https://www.instagram.com/senja.laakso/ ( @senja.laakso )

More links: https://linktr.ee/SenjaLaakso


For questions, requests and feedback, please, email me or DM me on Instagram. I would love to hear from you!

May 10, 202210:23
47 Books For Writers

47 Books For Writers

BOOKS FOR WRITERS

Here is a list of books I've loved as a writer and as an author. Some of them are for finding your own voice and others will help you edit your book. If you want to hear more about any of these books or you'd like more similar book recommendations, feel free to request that by emailing me or DM me on Instagram.


BOOKS & PODCASTS MENTIONED

Save The Cat! Writes A Novel by Jessica Brody

The Anatomy Of Prose by Sacha Black

The Rebel Author Podcast

Next Level Authors Podcast

The Big-Picture Revision Checklist by Alex Kourvo

Nabokov's Favorite Word Is Mauve by Ben Blatt

The Copyeditor's Handbook by Amy Einsohn


THE CREATIVE WRITER PODCAST

The Creative Writer Podcast is a podcast for writers and authors. Especially those of you who write fiction but non-fiction authors are also more than welcome here. On this podcast, I talk about topics you've requested or lessons I've learned on my writing journey. I like to keep the episodes somewhat short, so all you busy writers and authors have the time to listen or watch the episodes. After all, you need all the possible time to get your writing done!


JOIN MY MAILING LIST

Get your free gifts when you join: 90 Questions To Ask Your Characters, Writer's Guide To 16 Emotions, chapters from Revenge Undone, and TBR list templates

JOIN HERE: https://mailchi.mp/72e7c29f6677/senja-laakso


REVENGE UNDONE

https://books2read.com/RevengeUndone

https://senjalaakso.com/books.html


LET'S CONNECT! :)

Website: https://senjalaakso.com/

Email: senjalaaksoauthor@gmail.com

Instagram (writing coach): https://www.instagram.com/stoorily/ ( @stoorily )

Instagram (author): https://www.instagram.com/senja.laakso/ ( @senja.laakso )

More links: https://linktr.ee/SenjaLaakso


For questions, requests and feedback, please, email me or DM me on Instagram. I would love to hear from you!

Feb 01, 202207:40
46 Learn To Talk About Your Book + Announcement!

46 Learn To Talk About Your Book + Announcement!

LEARN TO TALK ABOUT YOUR BOOK

Has someone ever asked you what you are writing about? What is the story about? Have you shut down or started rambling? After this episode, you'll know what to answer when someone asks about your book. Explaining a novel in two sentences is hard, and you'll need some practice. But I know you can do it!


THE CREATIVE WRITER PODCAST

The Creative Writer Podcast is a podcast for writers and authors. Especially those of you who write fiction but non-fiction authors are also more than welcome here. On this podcast, I talk about topics you've requested or lessons I've learned on my writing journey. I like to keep the episodes somewhat short, so all you busy writers and authors have the time to listen or watch the episodes. After all, you need all the possible time to get your writing done!


JOIN MY MAILING LIST

Get your free gifts when you join: 90 Questions To Ask Your Characters, Writer's Guide To 16 Emotions, chapters from Revenge Undone, and TBR list templates

JOIN HERE: https://mailchi.mp/72e7c29f6677/senja-laakso


REVENGE UNDONE

https://books2read.com/RevengeUndone

https://senjalaakso.com/books.html


LET'S CONNECT! :)

Website: https://senjalaakso.com/

Email: senjalaaksoauthor@gmail.com

Instagram (writing coach): https://www.instagram.com/stoorily/ ( @stoorily )

Instagram (author): https://www.instagram.com/senja.laakso/ ( @senja.laakso )

More links: https://linktr.ee/SenjaLaakso

For questions, requests and feedback, please, email me or DM me on Instagram. I would love to hear from you!

Jan 25, 202212:58
45 Fiction Isn't Real BUT...

45 Fiction Isn't Real BUT...

FICTION ISN'T REAL BUT...

I mean, it's not, but we pull our ideas for fiction from the reality. We as in writers, of course. Even readers read books from the perspective of someone who lives in this world. In the real world. That's why we often assume intelligent creatures in fantasy or science fiction are so human-like unless otherwise stated. But this isn't just about that. It's also about staying on track with your story idea. Knowing what you want to message your readers is important, and it's about that, too.


THE CREATIVE WRITER PODCAST

The Creative Writer Podcast is a podcast for writers and authors. Especially those of you who write fiction but non-fiction authors are also more than welcome here. On this podcast, I talk about topics you've requested or lessons I've learned on my writing journey. I like to keep the episodes somewhat short, so all you busy writers and authors have the time to listen or watch the episodes. After all, you need all the possible time to get your writing done!


JOIN MY MAILING LIST

Get your free gifts when you join: 90 Questions To Ask Your Characters, Writer's Guide To 16 Emotions, chapters from Revenge Undone, and TBR list templates

JOIN HERE: https://mailchi.mp/72e7c29f6677/senja-laakso


REVENGE UNDONE

https://books2read.com/RevengeUndone


LET'S CONNECT! :)

Website: https://senjalaakso.com/

Email: senjalaaksoauthor@gmail.com

Instagram (writing coach): https://www.instagram.com/stoorily/ ( @stoorily )

Instagram (author): https://www.instagram.com/senja.laakso/ ( @senja.laakso )

More links: https://linktr.ee/SenjaLaakso


For questions, requests and feedback, please, email me or DM me on Instagram. I would love to hear from you!

Jan 18, 202210:02
44 Developmental Editing Exercise

44 Developmental Editing Exercise

DEVELOPMENTAL EDITING EXERCISE

This episode won't cover all of developmental editing. If you want an episode about that, request it and I'll try my best to make that happen! However, this episode will help you with the broader picture when you're going through the developmental editing. This is especially useful for those of you who write novels. But even short stories need developmental editing. Happy writing!


THE CREATIVE WRITER PODCAST

The Creative Writer Podcast is a podcast for writers and authors. Especially those of you who write fiction but non-fiction authors are also more than welcome here. On this podcast, I talk about topics you've requested or lessons I've learned on my writing journey. I like to keep the episodes somewhat short, so all you busy writers and authors have the time to listen or watch the episodes. After all, you need all the possible time to get your writing done!


JOIN MY MAILING LIST

Get your free gifts when you join: 90 Questions To Ask Your Characters, Writer's Guide To 16 Emotions, chapters from Revenge Undone, and TBR list templates

JOIN HERE: https://mailchi.mp/72e7c29f6677/senja-laakso


REVENGE UNDONE

https://books2read.com/RevengeUndone


LET'S CONNECT! :)

Website: https://senjalaakso.com/

Email: senjalaaksoauthor@gmail.com

Instagram (writing coach): https://www.instagram.com/stoorily/ ( @stoorily )

Instagram (author): https://www.instagram.com/senja.laakso/ ( @senja.laakso )

More links: https://linktr.ee/SenjaLaakso


For questions, requests and feedback, please, email me or DM me on Instagram. I would love to hear from you!

Jan 11, 202208:35
43 Break Rules & Surprise Your Readers

43 Break Rules & Surprise Your Readers

BREAK RULES AND SURPRISE YOUR READERS

This episode is made to inspire you. To raise thoughts and questions and especially ideas. You don't have to do any of the things I talk about, but I hope this episode still manages to inspire you. Maybe it'll even help you find new story ideas.


THE CREATIVE WRITER PODCAST

The Creative Writer Podcast is a podcast for writers and authors. Especially those of you who write fiction but non-fiction authors are also more than welcome here. On this podcast, I talk about topics you've requested or lessons I've learned on my writing journey. I like to keep the episodes somewhat short, so all you busy writers and authors have the time to listen or watch the episodes. After all, you need all the possible time to get your writing done!


JOIN MY MAILING LIST

Get your free gifts when you join: 90 Questions To Ask Your Characters, Writer's Guide To 16 Emotions, chapters from Revenge Undone, and TBR list templates

JOIN HERE: https://mailchi.mp/72e7c29f6677/senja-laakso


REVENGE UNDONE

https://books2read.com/RevengeUndone


LET'S CONNECT! :)

Website: https://senjalaakso.com/

Email: senjalaaksoauthor@gmail.com

Instagram (writing coach): https://www.instagram.com/stoorily/ ( @stoorily )

Instagram (author): https://www.instagram.com/senja.laakso/ ( @senja.laakso )

More links: https://linktr.ee/SenjaLaakso

For questions, requests and feedback, please, email me or DM me on Instagram. I would love to hear from you!

Jan 04, 202211:30
42 Do Authors Or Writers Need A University Degree

42 Do Authors Or Writers Need A University Degree

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DO WRITERS NEED A UNIVERSITY DEGREE

My short opinion is no, but it's not always that simple. Degrees can be great, and there are situations where you will need to have a degree. But to write a book, no, you don't need a university degree. So when should you consider going to university?


THE CREATIVE WRITER PODCAST

The Creative Writer Podcast is a podcast for writers and authors. Especially those of you who write fiction but non-fiction authors are also more than welcome here. On this podcast, I talk about topics you've requested or lessons I've learned on my writing journey. I like to keep the episodes somewhat short, so all you busy writers and authors have the time to listen or watch the episodes. After all, you need all the possible time to get your writing done!


JOIN MY MAILING LIST

Get your free gifts when you join: 90 Questions To Ask Your Characters, Writer's Guide To 16 Emotions, chapters from Revenge Undone, and TBR list templates

JOIN HERE: https://mailchi.mp/72e7c29f6677/senja-laakso


LET'S CONNECT! :)

Website: https://senjalaakso.com/

Email: senjalaaksoauthor@gmail.com

Instagram (writing coach): https://www.instagram.com/stoorily/ ( @stoorily )

Instagram (author): https://www.instagram.com/senja.laakso/ ( @senja.laakso )

More links: https://linktr.ee/SenjaLaakso

For questions, requests and feedback, please, email me or DM me on Instagram. I would love to hear from you!

Dec 14, 202112:48
41 Description Through The 5 Senses

41 Description Through The 5 Senses

DESCRIPTION THROUGH THE FIVE SENSES

Us writers often forget to use all the five senses. We rely heavily on sight, and sometimes that can turn out to be a huge mistake. All the senses are important, and we use all of them daily. So should your characters.


THE CREATIVE WRITER PODCAST

The Creative Writer Podcast is a podcast for writers and authors. Especially those of you who write fiction but non-fiction authors are also more than welcome here. On this podcast, I talk about topics you've requested or lessons I've learned on my writing journey. I like to keep the episodes somewhat short, so all you busy writers and authors have the time to listen or watch the episodes. After all, you need all the possible time to get your writing done!


JOIN MY MAILING LIST

Get your free gifts when you join: 90 Questions To Ask Your Characters, Writer's Guide To 16 Emotions, chapters from Revenge Undone, and TBR list templates

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REVENGE UNDONE

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Email: senjalaaksoauthor@gmail.com

Instagram (writing coach): https://www.instagram.com/stoorily/ ( @stoorily )

Instagram (author): https://www.instagram.com/senja.laakso/ ( @senja.laakso )

More links: https://linktr.ee/SenjaLaakso

For questions, requests and feedback, please, email me or DM me on Instagram. I would love to hear from you!

Dec 07, 202112:19
40 Intentional Discovery Writing for Pantsers and Plantsers

40 Intentional Discovery Writing for Pantsers and Plantsers

Intentional Discovery Writing for Pantsers and Plantsers

Discovery writers, a.k.a. pantsers, are people who come up with the story as they write. Plantsers may have a rough outline, but they mostly come up with the story as they write it. So what is intentional discovery writing? Listen and find out.


THE CREATIVE WRITER PODCAST

The Creative Writer Podcast is a podcast for writers and authors. Especially those of you who write fiction but non-fiction authors are also more than welcome here. On this podcast, I talk about topics you've requested or lessons I've learned on my writing journey. I like to keep the episodes somewhat short, so all you busy writers and authors have the time to listen or watch the episodes. After all, you need all the possible time to get your writing done!


JOIN MY MAILING LIST

Get your free gifts when you join: 90 Questions To Ask Your Characters, Writer's Guide To 16 Emotions, chapters from Revenge Undone, and TBR list templates

JOIN HERE: https://mailchi.mp/72e7c29f6677/senja-laakso


REVENGE UNDONE

https://books2read.com/RevengeUndone

https://www.bookdepository.com/Revenge-Undone-SENJA-LAAKSO/9789526980911?ref=grid-view&qid=1633971192621&sr=1-1

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LET'S CONNECT! :)

Website: https://senjalaakso.com/

Email: senjalaaksoauthor@gmail.com

Instagram (writing coach): https://www.instagram.com/stoorily/ ( @stoorily )

Instagram (author): https://www.instagram.com/senja.laakso/ ( @senja.laakso )

More links: https://linktr.ee/SenjaLaakso


For questions, requests and feedback, please, email me or DM me on Instagram. I would love to hear from you!

Nov 30, 202109:24
39 Nail Your Characters On The First Try

39 Nail Your Characters On The First Try

NAIL YOUR CHARACTERS ON THE FIRST TRY

You don't want to write one extra draft only because you got your characters wrong on the first time. Especially for pantsers, but also for other writers, figuring out your characters prior to writing might just save you one draft worth of revising. Writing a book isn't easy, and writing layered and realistic characters certainly isn't. But hopefully with this episode of The Creative Writer Podcast you'll be able to figure out your characters and write a great story.


THE CREATIVE WRITER PODCAST

The Creative Writer Podcast is a podcast for writers and authors. Especially those of you who write fiction but non-fiction authors are also more than welcome here. On this podcast, I talk about topics you've requested or lessons I've learned on my writing journey. I like to keep the episodes somewhat short, so all you busy writers and authors have the time to listen or watch the episodes. After all, you need all the possible time to get your writing done!


JOIN MY MAILING LIST

Get your free gifts when you join: 90 Questions To Ask Your Characters, Writer's Guide To 16 Emotions, chapters from Revenge Undone, and TBR list templates

JOIN HERE: https://mailchi.mp/72e7c29f6677/senja-laakso


REVENGE UNDONE

https://books2read.com/RevengeUndone

https://www.bookdepository.com/Revenge-Undone-SENJA-LAAKSO/9789526980911?ref=grid-view&qid=1633971192621&sr=1-1

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LET'S CONNECT! :)

Website: https://senjalaakso.com/

Email: senjalaaksoauthor@gmail.com

Instagram (writing coach): https://www.instagram.com/stoorily/ ( @stoorily )

Instagram (author): https://www.instagram.com/senja.laakso/ ( @senja.laakso )

More links: https://linktr.ee/SenjaLaakso

For questions, requests and feedback, please, email me or DM me on Instagram. I would love to hear from you!

Nov 23, 202109:53
38 Two Ingredients for a Great Story

38 Two Ingredients for a Great Story

TWO INGREDIENTS FOR A GREAT STORY

These two ingredients are by no means all that you need. A story needs more than that, such as great dialogue and so on. But these TWO INGREDIENTS are what you'll find in most great and successful stories that people tend to fall in love with. Thinking about the two essential ingredients during the first draft will help you with developmental editing, but it's crucial for you to keep these in mind when you're doing developmental edits. I hope this episode will help you craft beautiful stories as well as inspire you to write more.


THE CREATIVE WRITER PODCAST

The Creative Writer Podcast is a podcast for writers and authors. Especially those of you who write fiction but non-fiction authors are also more than welcome here. On this podcast, I talk about topics you've requested or lessons I've learned on my writing journey. I like to keep the episodes somewhat short, so all you busy writers and authors have the time to listen or watch the episodes. After all, you need all the possible time to get your writing done!


JOIN MY MAILING LIST

Get your free gifts when you join: 90 Questions To Ask Your Characters, Writer's Guide To 16 Emotions, chapters from Revenge Undone, and TBR list templates

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REVENGE UNDONE

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LET'S CONNECT! :)

Website: https://senjalaakso.com/

Email: senjalaaksoauthor@gmail.com

Instagram (writing coach): https://www.instagram.com/stoorily/ ( @stoorily )

Instagram (author): https://www.instagram.com/senja.laakso/ ( @senja.laakso )

More links: https://linktr.ee/SenjaLaakso

For questions, requests and feedback, please, email me or DM me on Instagram. I would love to hear from you!

Nov 16, 202107:08
37 Line Editing Tips for Authors and Writers

37 Line Editing Tips for Authors and Writers

Line Editing Tips

Whether or not you're hiring an editor or sending your manuscript to a publisher, you need line editing. It's a line and sentence level edit that you will do after all the developmental edits. Sometimes editors will also combine line and copy editing as they are so close to one another.

In this episode we go through line editing, and I try to help you figure it out. If you're querying, a lighter line edit might be enough. But if you're self-publishing, you need to get your lines and sentences as close to perfection as possible.


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Nov 09, 202107:10
36 Self-Publishing Is Publishing

36 Self-Publishing Is Publishing

Self-Publishing Is Publishing

Self-publishing can be just as professional as traditional publishing. Self-publishing isn't a shortcut, it's not cheating. It's a lot of real work. Even more work for the author than traditional publishing requires. It's not an easy way to get your book out there. In fact, it's likely even harder than traditional publishing.

What is something you'd like to hear more about when it comes to self-publishing? As a self-published author, I'd like to go into more detail if you're interested.


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Nov 02, 202110:52
35 Let's Talk About NaNoWriMo

35 Let's Talk About NaNoWriMo

NaNoWriMo

National Novel Writing Month is a popular writing month for both writers and authors. In October (aka Preptober) planners and outliners plan their stories while pantsers and discovery writers try to get vibes for their story with Pinterest and WIP playlists.

In this episode, I talk about my experience from last year. It was my first NaNoWriMo. I also try to give you tips. But if you have any questions, DM me on Instagram or email them to me.


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Oct 19, 202116:29
34 Book Formatting for Indie Authors

34 Book Formatting for Indie Authors

BOOK FORMATTING

Book formatting is the publisher's job. Are you self-published? Then that's you.

One way to do it is hire someone to do it for you. But there are also other ways if you're on a budget or if you have the skills and time. In this episode, we'll talk about those.


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Oct 12, 202112:50
33 Learn From Feedback as a Creative Writer

33 Learn From Feedback as a Creative Writer

LEARN FROM FEEDBACK

We, meaning us creative writers, have so many chances to get feedback. If you look for them, you'll find them. But you also need to use them. Use the feedback. Use the chances you get. Spend time with any constructive feedback you get.

Haters can hate but constructive criticism is always welcome. In fact, it helps us writers grow and improve. In this episode I talk about when you should be learning from feedback or the chances to improve as a writer you may get.


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Oct 05, 202114:53
32 My Editor Experience and Editing Process: Revenge Undone

32 My Editor Experience and Editing Process: Revenge Undone

Let's talk about working with an editor and what you should expect from a professional editor. If you want a more in-depth video about working with an editor in general, just ask me to do so and I will. In this episode, however, I talk more about what went through with my editing process and what it was like working with an editor from my perspective.


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Sep 28, 202111:53
31 Write For Yourself, Edit For Your Readers

31 Write For Yourself, Edit For Your Readers

NEWS! I have a Facebook group for my listeners now. In the group, you can discuss anything about writing. Here is the link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/484952602865224

In this episode of The Creative Writer Podcast, I talk about writing without worrying and editing with your target audience in mind. Mostly I focus on writing long-term without stressing yourself.

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Sep 21, 202105:50
30 About ISBNs

30 About ISBNs

Let's talk about ISBNs. This episode is especially for those of you self-publishing. But traditional authors (or those aspiring to be one) it doesn't hurt to know more about ISBNs.

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Sep 14, 202110:42
BOOK NEWS: Revenge Undone

BOOK NEWS: Revenge Undone

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I hope you enjoy this dark, romantic fantasy book filled with action and magic!

Sep 08, 202102:17
29 The Limits Of Storytelling

29 The Limits Of Storytelling

Effective storytelling has limits. Even if you're writing a full-length novel, you can't have too many characters. (Well, you can, but you shouldn't.) You want your readers to be able to stay on track with your story and that's where the limits come in. The limits are all about making the story the best it can be FOR YOUR READERS. Everything you do for a work that's meant to be published should be for your readers (except maybe the first draft).

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Sep 07, 202105:26
BONUS: Proofreading Tip

BONUS: Proofreading Tip

Here is a bonus episode about proofreading for both traditionally published and self-published (not to forget aspiring) authors. Hope it helps you. Happy writing! senjalaakso.com

Aug 31, 202105:41
28 Break The Rules And Become A Better Writer

28 Break The Rules And Become A Better Writer

Note: This used to be the 50th episode, but the episodes before the rebranding have been deleted and therefore this no longer is the 50th.


The 50th episode of The Creative Writer Podcast is all about breaking the rules. Except grammar rules... Don't break those.

But wait... This podcast has taught you something about writing rules. I know, and not everything I've taught will have worked for all of you. This episode is about learning to write your own way. And to do that, you have to break the rules. Find your voice, find what works for you and become a better writer. And a better author.

Are you in?

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Jul 27, 202130:53
27 Know Your Why As A Storyteller

27 Know Your Why As A Storyteller

Knowing your why will help you validate your story for yourself, and that will help even with marketing your book. So no matter whether you're traditionally or self-published, this episode will help you find your why.

It doesn't even have to be anything life-changing. Just find out what is your reason to write that specific story. Why should you be the one to tell it? Because you have something to say to the world? That's good enough for me.

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Jul 20, 202109:17
26 Writing Different Types Of Side Characters

26 Writing Different Types Of Side Characters

Side characters can be good or evil. Or even a little bit of both. You need them to support your story and your main character. But they should have another reason to be there, too. They should be as realistic as your main character is with their own goals and motivations. Yet they can't steal the spotlight from your main character. So with writing side characters, it's all about finding that balance. With the help of this episode, you should be able to find it.

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Jul 13, 202111:07
25 Create Complex Main Characters

25 Create Complex Main Characters

Your main character is your number one character. Never forget that. Your readers need to vote for your main character... But does your main character have to be the perfect, typical hero? Hmm... Let's talk about that!

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Jul 06, 202109:39
24 What Makes Your Book's Villain Evil

24 What Makes Your Book's Villain Evil

Every story has the bad guy. The villain. The antagonist. Someone who is on the opposite side of the story's hero.

And sometimes we forget that the bad guys are real people, too. Real people who have motives, goals and dreams. Yes, perhaps evil ones. But the point is... Why are they evil? What made them evil?

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Jun 29, 202106:10
23 Nail Your Book's Synopsis

23 Nail Your Book's Synopsis

I give you an easy way to figure out your book's synopsis, going through all the parts of it. You can either use the exact form I'm giving you, but I think you should alter it to fit with the mood and the theme of your book. Writing a synopsis for your book after listening to this episode will be way easier for you. And it doesn't matter if you're a self-publishing author or a traditionally publishing author. Either way, you can use this form, either on the back of your book or when you're querying.


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Jun 22, 202110:49
22 Avoid Telling With Filter Words

22 Avoid Telling With Filter Words

Your readers are smart. Trust me, smarter than you think. And you're probably doubting your writing skills for nothing. So, trust your words and trust your readers will understand them. Or if you have doubts, ask someone to read your story and see what they think.

Filter words distract your readers for no gain. There are situations where you need to tell, but even then don't overdo it with the filter words.

And what are filter words? Listen and learn.

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Jun 15, 202107:16
21 "Was" Is Dead

21 "Was" Is Dead

For more effective stories and more vivid description, you'll need to use stronger verbs. Was is often overused. Even experienced writers overuse that word. But sometimes it doesn't really bring any meaning to the sentence, and that's why, for the sake of your story, you need stronger verbs. And trust me, you'll find those when you're editing, if not before.

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Jun 08, 202102:58
20 Description Mistakes To Avoid In Writing

20 Description Mistakes To Avoid In Writing

You want to paint a visual picture in your reader's mind with your words. Don't confuse your reader if you want her or him to have a clear image in their mind. Here are some mistakes to avoid when you're describing what your characters are seeing or experiencing. By avoiding these you'll be much better off painting pictures with your writing. And trust me, as a writer, you'll want to do that. Happy writing!


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Jun 01, 202104:20
19 Seven Steps To Enemies To Lovers Trope

19 Seven Steps To Enemies To Lovers Trope

One of the most popular tropes right now is enemies to lovers. I have looked into the trope and broken it down to seven steps, so you can write a satisfying enemies to lovers for your readers. The length of each step varies, and it will actually depend on your story, but with these steps you'll be able to write a great enemies to lovers story! It doesn't even have to be the main plot, the steps work for a subplot, too.


So have fun with these steps while you write a slow burn enemies to lovers that will leave your readers wanting more. Happy writing!


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May 25, 202107:11
18 Motivating And Inspiring Thoughts When Writing

18 Motivating And Inspiring Thoughts When Writing

Motivation and inspiration are key to writing. Without them, you're likely not going to write. Or at the very least you won't write as much. So to get your book finished and published, I have gathered some thoughts that you should be actively thinking about when you're writing. Don't just acknowledge these thoughts, actually think about them when you write. This way you'll alter your mindset and eventually you'll get your book out there. Happy writing!


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May 18, 202104:32
17 Add Conflict To Your Story

17 Add Conflict To Your Story

To get readers invested in your story, there has to be conflict. Your main character (along with some of your side characters) has to struggle through obstacles on their way to the end. The goal. In this episode I talk about conflict and raising stakes in your book. Happy writing!


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May 11, 202105:43
16 Plot Twists And Foreshadowing

16 Plot Twists And Foreshadowing

Foreshadowing, when done well, will enhance the reader's experience. It will result in a more satisfying story which is usually followed by a more compelling story and better book reviews.

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May 04, 202105:12
15 Make Your Scenes Matter

15 Make Your Scenes Matter

Scenes make chapters, and chapters make books. So make those scenes matter... to make your book matter. This is a great way to hook your readers and have them finish your story.

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Apr 27, 202102:48
14 Tropes To Avoid

14 Tropes To Avoid

When you're writing a novel, there are certain tropes you should avoid. For various reasons. Romanticizing toxicity is one of the reasons. Another good reason to avoid a trope is that it's been written so many times. So unless you give it a strong, unique twist, readers might not want to read it, because they feel like they've read the story already.

So here are three tropes that I think you should avoid.


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Apr 20, 202104:57
13 Five Types Of Writer's Block And Their Cures

13 Five Types Of Writer's Block And Their Cures

Writer's block. Every writer's, and every author's, ultimate nightmare. A bit dramatic? Well, no one wants to get stuck writing their book. Not me, not you, not Stephen King.

I have found five different types of writer's blocks, and I have a cure for each one. So no more writer's block. No more getting stuck with your writing. Sounds impossible? Sounds too good to be possible? Not after listening to this episode! From now on you can write your novels freely without worrying about writer's block.


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Apr 13, 202106:04
12 Solving Discovery Writer Problems

12 Solving Discovery Writer Problems

Are you a discovery writer or, in other words, pantser? If yes, this episode for you! But outliners and planners are welcome here, too. If this episode isn't for you, check out some of the other episodes.


In this episode I solve discovery writer problems to help you write more, better and faster as a pantser. I hope these tips help you get past your writing problems. But if you have any other problems as a discovery writer that weren't mentioned here, feel free to let me know.


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Apr 06, 202104:16
11 How To Write First Chapters And Opening Scenes

11 How To Write First Chapters And Opening Scenes

In this episode, you'll learn how to write first chapters and opening scenes. There's things you should definitely not do when writing your first chapter and especially not when writing your opening scene. With the tips in this episode, you should be able to write a killer first chapter with a killer opening scene. Good luck!


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Mar 30, 202104:33
10 Quicker First Drafts

10 Quicker First Drafts

I've figured out a way for quicker first drafts. This method has enabled me to write first drafts of about 100k words in less than a month. If you want to try and see if it works for you, too, listen to this episode. Also, dear writers, I'd love to hear feedback from you. Especially feel free to tell me if this helps you write quicker first drafts, too. I hope it does!


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Mar 23, 202103:43
9 Marketing Tip For Authors: Deleted Scenes

9 Marketing Tip For Authors: Deleted Scenes

Most movies have deleted scenes. Why shouldn't your book? You don't have to add them onto your actual book, but there are other ways to share them with your audience. Listen to find out more, and share with your writer and author friends!


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Mar 16, 202102:42
8 Write Realistic Characters That Your Readers Will Love

8 Write Realistic Characters That Your Readers Will Love

Characters, for me and many other readers, make or break the story. For some readers, the plot might be more important. But still, for many readers unrealistic characters can be enough for them to put the book down forever.

That's why you need realistic characters. Your readers will love characters that feel real for them. In this episode, I talk about how to create those realistic characters that your readers will fall in love with. A character that feels real might even be enough to make your readers your fans.


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Mar 09, 202104:42
7 Dialogue Tag Exercise

7 Dialogue Tag Exercise

In modern writing where dialogue plays a bigger role, dialogue tags also have a bigger role. With this writing exercise you should be able to learn to use dialogue tags in a way that makes your dialogue interesting for the reader.


I highly recommend trying this especially when you're editing your novel. It will help you figure out when and how to use dialogue tags.


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Mar 02, 202101:46
6 Overuse of Dialogue Tags

6 Overuse of Dialogue Tags

Dialogue tags can make the reading experience more comfortable or they can completely ruin it. That's why dialogue tags are more important than most writers might realise. In a way, they can either make or break your story.


Too many dialogue tags is distracting, and too few is confusing. You need to find the balance. But you need to also find the right words to use in your dialogue tags.


As a writer with ten years of writing experience, "said" is not dead. Whoever says that hasn't been writing enough or writes too flowery prose (for my taste, that is).


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Feb 23, 202104:58