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Ink in Your Veins

Rachael Herron
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How writers actually write! You might need to be a writer, but you don't need to struggle so hard. With internationally bestselling author Rachael Herron, learn how to embrace ease, reject perfectionism, and finally create your perfect writing process. (Formerly known as How Do You Write)

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Dimitry Elias Léger is the author of God Loves Haiti, a finalist for the PEN Open Book Award. His writing has appeared in The New York Times, Time, Fortune, Granta, The Miami Herald, Literary Hub, The Millions, and The Source. Beyond his writing, Lég... more

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Jaclyn Moriarty talks about self-doubt, the difficulty of making decisions, and the fun of figuring out time travel in this delightful chat! 

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In which Sacha talks about her SOPs for writing, and Rachael marvels at how different the two of them are 😂

🏠 Ink Village! Check it out here: rachaelherron.com/inkvillage

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Tiffany Crum’s first novel is a breakout success, but it wasn’t a straight line getting there. How did she do it? She tells us here. 

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Recent Guests

Jaclyn Moriarty
Award-winning author, one of the Moriarty sisters
Self (author)
Episode: Recognizing Your Personal Writing Turning Points, with Jaclyn Moriarty
Tiffany Crum
Author of This Story Might Save Your Life
Author
Episode: Writing Thrills WITH Romance, with Tiffany Crum
Sarah L. Kaufman
Pulitzer Prize–winning critic, writing teacher, and author
The Washington Post; The New York Times; The Wall Street Journal; Monocle Magazine
Episode: Verbs as the Secret Soul of Language, with Sarah L. Kaufman
Meredith Doench
Queer crime writer of the Lucy Hansen sapphic thriller series; author of Never Say Die and Whereabouts Unknown
Bold Strokes Books
Episode: The Too-Many Possibilities of a First Draft, with Meredith Doench
Ember Mae
Author of cozy mysteries and holiday rom-coms; founder/owner of Ember Mae Publishing
Ember Mae Publishing
Episode: On Character Being King, with Ember Mae
Darby Bozeman
Author of Summer's Never Over
Author, Summer's Never Over
Episode: Vibes-based Chaos Writing, with Darby Bozeman
Emily Wood
Debut author of Just My Luck
Just My Luck (Doubleday Canada)
Episode: Unlock Your Writing by Changing the Format, with Emily Wood
Jessica Payne
Author of Somebody Worth Killing, writes thrillers and feminist fiction
Berkeley/Jessica Payne
Episode: The Life-Changing Magic of Risk-Taking, with Jessica Payne
Rebecca Hunter
Award-winning author, reader, traveler, occasional college professor, Harlequin Presents writer
Harlequin Presents (imprint)
Episode: Why Flow is Overrated, with Rebecca Hunter

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 236 ratings
  • Balm & light

    This podcast is both a balm for the stressed, weary writer’s soul and a light to keep writing. Rachael’s voice, her insights and guests provide exactly what I need as a writer - to know I’m not doing it wrong and encouragement to write one more word.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ReluctantArchaeologist
    Canada6 months ago
  • Especially grateful today…

    I’ve been a listener for a few months now, my first memoir was published a year ago. Last night I saw my first one star review on Goodreads and it put me in a bad space. On today’s episode you talked about negative reviews and you said something along the lines of caring less about the one star reviews and more about the thoughtful two and three star reviews. It was exactly what I needed to hear to change my perspective. Thank you so much for the time you put into this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gail Nastasia
    United States2 years ago
  • Always enjoy the topics and enthusiasm of the host. Keep up the great work!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    seabrass
    3 years ago
  • Amazing podcast for writers

    There are so few successful writers who are willing to pull back the curtain on the writing life, so I feel very grateful to Rachael for doing just that. Guests are working writers who reveal personal specifics about habits, struggles and best practices. There are also solo episodes (my fave) where Rachael answers listeners’ questions. These are basically mini-masterclasses.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Writer Di
    United States3 years ago
  • Love this Podcast

    Rachael has created an important and comforting window to the process of writing with this podcast. I’m a longtime listener, and still with every guest learn something new and helpful. It’s also fun to follow her journey through this career.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    scifiwrito
    United States4 years ago

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Encouraging and honest about writing processes; keeps motivation high.
Hosts and guests share transparent, useful craft tips and real-world publishing stories.
Listener feedback highlights the host as a warm, encouraging guide for writers.
A balm for stressed writers, with practical, actionable insights from guests.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Recognizing Your Personal Writing Turning Points, with Jaclyn Moriarty
Q: Can you share a moment when you knew you had Ink in Your Veins and chose a path toward writing?
She recounts a childhood experience where her father funded stories as commissions, which shaped her belief in writing as a viable, valuable pursuit and later led her to pursue Cambridge and write her first book, recognizing that writing was her true calling.
Recognizing Your Personal Writing Turning Points, with Jaclyn Moriarty
Q: What makes you most nervous about writing or promoting your work, and how do you handle it?
She discusses self-doubt around promotion and the pressure to ensure books reach readers, but also highlights practical strategies like planning, maintaining momentum, and taking intentional breaks such as writing retreats or vacations to recharge.
Recognizing Your Personal Writing Turning Points, with Jaclyn Moriarty
Q: How does your writing happen—what's your process for getting the words down?
Moriarty describes starting the day with a consistent routine, visiting cafes, walking, and using a notebook with colored markers to map questions and answers, which helps her organize thoughts and spark ideas. She emphasizes the value of both planning and letting things unfold gradually, and she uses visual tools to activate creativity.
Verbs as the Secret Soul of Language, with Sarah L. Kaufman
Q: What makes verbs so central to good writing?
Verbs drive the sentence, shape motion, and carry emotional weight more efficiently than nouns or adjectives, making writing tighter, more energetic, and more truthful.
Writing Thrills WITH Romance, with Tiffany Crum
Q: What is the kindest thing you've done for yourself as a writer?
She discusses letting go of a book that wasn't working, recognizing when to move on, and thanking it for its years of effort as a healthy part of the publishing journey.

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North American–centric writing-focused conversations with practical, craft-oriented guidance. Episodes frequently explore daily writing routines, productivity hacks, pitching, publishing decisions, and how to sustain a long writing career without sacrificing joy. Notable throughlines include interviewees who share actionable techniques (outlining, revising, dictation, and crowd-based financing), candid behind-the-scenes stories, and a supportive, encouragement-forward host style that emphasizes ease over perfectionism. A standout angle is bringing in both debut and established authors to reveal process nuances, publishing realities, and community-building tactics that help writers stay motivated and productive.

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1. Jaclyn Moriarty
2. Tiffany Crum
3. Sarah L. Kaufman
4. Meredith Doench
5. Ember Mae
6. Darby Bozeman
7. Emily Wood
8. Jessica Payne

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