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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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In a bonus #amwriting podcast episode, host Jennie Nash talks with academic writing coach Kathy Mazak of Scholar’s Voice (and host of Academic Writing Amplified) about how writers keep going after completing a blueprint and finish what they start. Ma... more

Jennie Nash introduces an upcoming series of Write Big episodes that share her vulnerable, behind-the-scenes process of turning Write Big concepts into a Write Big book, thanking listeners and inviting paid subscriptions. In this episode, she revisit... more

Jennie Nash hosts a #amwriting podcast BookLab with guest Kathleen Barber, author of Truth Be Told and newly released Sisterhood Above All (co-written with Amayah Shaienne), and discusses Barber’s range across thrillers and romance, her character-fir... more

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit amwriting.substack.com

Jennie Nash hosts a hot seat coaching episode with #amwriting producer Andrew Perrella, who shares a 5,000-word draft of his Gothic vampire novel to be offered to p... more

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Recent Guests

Andrew Perrella
Producer of The Hashtag M Writing Podcast and participant in the hot seat coaching
Hashtag M Writing Podcast
Episode: Hot Seat Coaching: Refining Andrew’s Gothic Vampire Chapter
Jo Piazza
Author of The Parisian Heist; host of Over the Influence podcast
Author, Podcaster
Episode: BookLab: 3 First Pages, 3 Vibes, One Question
Caroline Bicks
Stephen E. King Chair in Literature at the University of Maine; Shakespeare scholar; author of research on Shakespeare and horror
University of Maine
Episode: Margin Notes: Monsters in the Archive with Caroline Bicks
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

Hosts

KJ Dell'Antonia
Host of a writer-focused show with deep dives into craft and publishing strategy
Jennie Nash
Lead host with a focus on coaching, branding, and publishing strategy

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
    Canada2 months 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 States10 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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#160
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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Margin Notes: Monsters in the Archive with Caroline Bicks
Q: Can you describe a moment when the archive changed the direction of the book?
Finding the five childhood favorites and rereading old drafts showed how deeply personal fear can be; those discoveries redirected the narrative toward a broader exploration of memory, impact, and the act of reading itself.
Margin Notes: Monsters in the Archive with Caroline Bicks
Q: What did you learn about Stephen King through archival work that surprised you?
The sheer breadth of his literary influences and the Shakespearean echoes in his drafts revealed a writer deeply engaged with literature across centuries, not just a popular genre author; this intersection reframes how readers might view his work.
Margin Notes: Monsters in the Archive with Caroline Bicks
Q: Why did you decide to bring yourself into the narrative rather than keeping it strictly academic?
Bringing my own experiences and childhood reaction to horror allowed the book to become a story of fear and curiosity as much as a scholarly investigation; it gave a personal throughline that revealed how and why these texts haunt us and endure beyond a single reading.
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.

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Frequently Asked Questions About #AmWriting

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

A practical, craft-forward show for writers, blending deep-dive interviews with live coaching and coaching-focused episodes. Typical topics include first pages and narrative craft, outlining and structure, marketing and publishing strategies, and mindset shifts for writers navigating rejection, branding, and career growth. Guests range from authors and scholars to book coaches and productivity experts, all sharing actionable tips, real-world storytelling processes, and behind-the-scenes experiences in publishing. The format often combines technique with encouragement, fostering a supportive community for writers aiming to finish projects and grow their platforms. Notable strengths include accessible coaching sessions, a recurring emphasis o... more

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