Fiction Writer's Toolshed: Practical Tools for Authors
Tim Kearney, Fiction Writer / TeacherFiction Writer's Toolshed: Practical Tools for Authors is a hands-on training podcast that helps fiction writers of all skill levels build a repeatable skill set for finishing their work and writing consistently. The show provides a clear, easy-to-use, proven roadmap for turning ideas into completed fiction. Whether you're drafting your first short piece, revising a work in progress, or struggling... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 27 | Founded | 8 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | How ToArtsBooksEducation | |||
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Robert E. Howard didn't tell Conan the Barbarian's life in chronological order. One story might find Conan as a young thief, another as an older adventurer, and another somewhere entirely different-- and somehow those gaps make his world feel bigger ... more
What makes your writing original when your story idea isn't completely new? In this episode, I explore why 'original fiction' isn't about having an idea nobody has ever had.
I'll use Pokémon to show how influences can pass through one creator and ... more
How do you write a scene that actually earns its place in the story? A scene can be well "structured", full of dialogue, conflict, action, or exposition and still feel like nothing happened.
In this episode, we talk about how a scene is a specific... more
Trey Parker and Matt Stone's famous South Park writing rule is deceptively simple: if the beats of your story are connected by "and then," you may have a problem. Instead, they recommend building stories with "but" and "therefore," so one event cause... more
Links from Steven: www.thesukha.co/for/writers
www.thesukha.co/post/the-magic-and-science-of-flow-states
What actually happens when a writer enters a flow state? And can you learn to reach that true flow state more reliably?
In ... more
Links from Steven: www.thesukha.co/for/writers www.thesukha.co/post/the-magic-and-science-of-flow-states
How do you get into a flow state as a writer-- without needing the perfect morning routine, the perfect playlist, or some magi... more
Ever sit down to write a scene you can already see perfectly in your head, and watch it go stiff and lifeless the moment your fingers hit the keys?
In this episode of Fiction Writer's Toolshed, we look at the gap between the part of your brain that... more
Ever feel like you're writing the kind of story you think you're supposed to write instead of the one you actually want to tell?
In this episode of Fiction Writer's Toolshed, we explore the hidden cost of filtering your creative instincts through t... more
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This is so good. Exactly what I need right now to help refocus my creative outlets. Tim’s clearly passionate about lifting other creators up and helping us do our best work (and actually finish projects, including small ones along the way). Definitely give this a listen!
Apple Podcasts5kieladam
Australia7 months ago - Best fiction writing podcast!
I’m a non-fiction ghostwriter and book editor and recently decided to write a fiction book for fun, but where do I start? Tim’s podcast breaks down everything you need to know about story arcs, tropes, how to start and outline your fiction book. This podcast is a real toolkit, and you need the best tools to do your craft well!
Apple Podcasts5elikqitie
United States7 months ago
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A hands-on, practical guide for fiction writers focused on turning ideas into finished work. Episodes break down specific writing tools, techniques, and workflows that help listeners finish drafts, build consistent habits, and improve craft—from drafting aloud and handling writer's block to worldbuilding, series planning, and revision strategies. The show emphasizes repeatable, bite-sized practices and a results-oriented mindset, with host-led tutorials, methodical diagnostics, and actionable prompts designed to accelerate progress without fluff. Noteworthy is a strong emphasis on discipline, process, and a supportive approach that invites experimentation, iteration, and community feedback to sustain long-form writing projects.
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