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#AmWriting

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#AmWriting is a podcast and Groupstack hosted by KJ Dell’Antonia, Jess Lahey, Sarina Bowen, & Jennie Nash. Listen, read and join up for hard-won advice and inspiration to help you play big in your writing life and finish work that matters. amwriting.substack.com

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I knew we’d get a huge response to our callout for first page submissions for a BookLab with Jo Piazza and I was right. I zipped through the google doc, skimming (t... more

On the #amwriting podcast’s Margin Notes, host Jennie Nash talks with Caroline Bicks, Stephen E. King Chair in Literature at the University of Maine and co-host of the Everyday Shakespeare podcast, about her book Monsters in the Archives: A Year of F... more

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Jennie Nash interviews author Meghan P. Browne about her journey from picture-book nonfiction to selling her first middle-grade novel, after participating in the 2022 Blueprint Challenge. Browne began the project in 2019, drafted it during her MFA at... more

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Recent Guests

Meghan P. Brown
Author and beekeeper; writes picture books, non-fiction, and a forthcoming middle-grade novel
Self-published/Agent representation; later publishing deal with Firewell and Friends
Episode: Revising with the Blueprint: A Summer Challenge Success Story
Brenna Humphries
Author with a book proposal on prostate cancer
Self-published author / prospective client of the Blueprint program
Episode: Hot Seat Coaching: Reframing a Prostate Cancer Book for Clarity, Voice, and Marketability
Diana Hill
Author of Wise Effort
Wise Effort
Episode: Reframing Success: A New Take on Self-Worth for Writers
Laura Vanderkam
Productivity and time management author, frequent guest
Author of Big Time
Episode: Big Time: How to find time abundance in your writer life
Samantha Skal
OG Author Accelerator certified coach; specializes in dark, suspenseful, twisty fiction
Author Accelerator
Episode: Hot Seat Coaching: Building a Killer Twist: Going Deeper Inside a Gothic Mystery Blueprint
Andrew Parella
Podcast producer, former Behind the Mic
Episode: Hot Seat Coaching: Exploring Protagonist Depth with Andrew Parella
Andrew Parrella
Producer of the podcast and writer stepping into authoring a novel
Episode: Hot Seat Coaching: Producer Andrew Parrella Steps Out From Behind the Mic
Casey Scieszka
Author of The Fountain
Author
Episode: "I Had the Full Heart of the Question In My Hand."
AJ Harper
Author of Write a Must Read
Author
Episode: Write the Book Readers Can’t Stop Recommending (Write Big, Ep 14)

Hosts

Jennie Nash
Host of AmWriting; prominent writing coach and author.
KJ Dell'Antonia
Host and writer with focus on writing craft and publishing conversations.
Jess Lahey
Co-host and educator focused on writing for children and adults; regular on-air coach.
Sarina Bowen
Co-host and author, frequently discusses writing craft and publishing journeys.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 298 ratings
  • Highly recommend!

    I’m currently working on finishing my first novel and this show has some of the best writing advice I’ve found.

    The hosts manage to cover every aspect of the writing and publishing process while keeping it entertaining, and approachable.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DStarMoon321
    Canada18 days ago
  • Can’t wait for each episode!

    As a long-time listener, I love the variety in the topics the hosts cover. Always something new and helpful and insightful. Thanks!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DDebrovner
    United States9 months ago
  • #AmLoving

    Love this podcast! Jess and KJ are so fun and inspirational to listen to and I listen to #AmWriting to help me improve my writer knowledge. If you are a writer, this is an absolute must!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LoVeThAtJoUrNeYfOrYoU
    United Statesa year ago
  • Too Gimmicky

    I loved this podcast but lately it’s very clear it’s become a free marketing channel for promoting an absurdly expensive book coaching program that mostly targets women. Gives me the ick.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    grl1188
    United States2 years ago
  • Excited to be here

    I’m tuning in for the first time and listening to the 2025 Blueprint Challenge. While I can see the benefit for writers at all levels, this will be perfect for me in the revision stages. Not to mention the information and advice in the regular podcasts.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kathmack
    United States2 years ago

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Fans appreciate the live coaching format and honest discussions about writing life.
Listeners praise practical, actionable craft guidance and the supportive community.
Some listeners feel episodes can feel salesy or promotional at times and interrupting guests is noted as a concern.

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#192
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#199
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#202
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#218
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Revising with the Blueprint: A Summer Challenge Success Story
Q: What was the impact of the First Page Lab and the public review on her publishing journey?
Receiving candid feedback publicly was terrifying at first, but Meghan learned to separate constructive critique from personal insecurity and used the feedback to improve the manuscript, eventually leading to an offer and a sale.
Revising with the Blueprint: A Summer Challenge Success Story
Q: How did the Blueprint framework influence her revision process for a middle-grade novel?
The Inside Outline structured the emotional beats and plot points, guiding Meghan to ensure every scene contributed meaningfully to the main character's growth, which helped move the manuscript toward submission readiness.
Revising with the Blueprint: A Summer Challenge Success Story
Q: Why did Meghan decide to return to the Blueprint Challenge with a finished manuscript?
Meghan explains that although the manuscript had strong voice and setting, the plot wasn't engaging yet, and the Blueprint helped reveal missing threadlines and the emotional arc necessary to drive the story forward.
Big Time: How to find time abundance in your writer life
Q: Does Laura have any tips for dealing with lots of unpredictable interruptions, like caregiving appointments, that disrupt writing time?
Yes. Use time tracking to understand patterns, identify predictable interruptions, and protect dedicated writing blocks. If possible, arrange auxiliary care or shifts so you can reserve predictable windows for writing, and treat short fragments as legitimate progress rather than waiting for perfect, uninterrupted time.
Hot Seat Coaching: Building a Killer Twist: Going Deeper Inside a Gothic Mystery Blueprint
Q: What do you think is the most important thing Andrew should be thinking about in this next iteration of the outline?
Figure out Seward's real motive and how it relates to Abby, then map out the actions he would take that affect her directly, including who he might frame or manipulate to land the climactic twists.

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Frequently Asked Questions About #AmWriting

What is #AmWriting about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This collection showcases a craft-focused, writer-centric show where seasoned authors, coaches, and publishing professionals explore writing technique, project development, and the business of being an author. Episodes emphasize POV, world-building, finishing a book, finding your authorial voice, and practical systems like accountability groups and outlining. A recurring draw is coaching-style deep dives with actionable steps, whether refining a protagonist's arc, testing POV choices, or framing a book for a specific reader. Standout aspects include live coaching sessions that turn big ideas into concrete outlines and world-building experiments that push writers to move from planning to action. The show often blends craft talk with behind-t... more

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2. Brenna Humphries
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