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The Writing Coach

Kevin T. Johns
Book Marketing
Flow State
Book Brush
Storytelling
Authorscale
Barbados Writing Retreat
Transgressive Fiction
Publishing
The Big Red Suitcase
Patty Mcgee
Gala Russ
Kevin Johns
Ottawa
Artificial Intelligence
Where the Night Winds Wail
Red Falls
Writing Process
Gothic Fiction
Not Your Granny's Grammar
AI (artificial Intelligence) In Writing

Author and writing coach Kevin T. Johns interviews the instructors, editors, coaches, and mentors that help writers and authors create their art, build their audience, and sell their work.

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Latest Episodes

Sci-fi and nonfiction author David Deane Haskell talks about the five-year writer's block that followed his sobriety, the floodgates that opened with The Solarian Deep and his memoir Wounded Angels, how he uses AI as a writer, and the message of hope... more

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Sherilyn Decter spent two years and over twenty drafts turning a minor character from her Moonshiner Mysteries series into The Promise Trilogy. Here's how a single book became three, why she writes all of them at once, and what her revision process a... more

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Novelist and writing coach Ellen Baker joins her longtime client Terence Sullivan, whose viral TikTok series became the novel Alice of Oz, to talk about seven rounds of developmental edits, 75 agent queries, and why Terence self-publishing turned out... more

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Steven Puri, founder of Sukha and a former Hollywood visual-effects producer, returns to talk about the neuroscience of flow states, what separates writers who make it from those who don't, and why writing is rewriting.

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Recent Guests

Ellen Baker
Author and Writing Coach, traditional publishing success
Author, Editor, Coach
Episode: A Writing Coach and Her Client: Ellen Baker and Terence Sullivan on Alice of Oz, Summerland Cove, and Two Paths to Publishing – The Writing Coach Ep. 240
Terence Sullivan
Novelist, TikTok storyteller, debut author of Alice of Oz
Author, TikTok Creator
Episode: A Writing Coach and Her Client: Ellen Baker and Terence Sullivan on Alice of Oz, Summerland Cove, and Two Paths to Publishing – The Writing Coach Ep. 240
Steven Puri
Former Hollywood visual effects producer, founder of Sukha, the Flowstate Company
Sukha
Episode: Writing is Rewriting: Steven Puri Returns to Talk Flow States and Hollywood Screenwriting – The Writing Coach Ep. 239
Ron Black
Author of Bleu, A Transgressive Tale
Author (Bleu)
Episode: Writing Transgressive Fiction: Ron Black on Bleu and the Character No One Has to Like – The Writing Coach Ep. 237
Marvin Wey
Co-founder of AuthorScale, former tech executive in publishing
AuthorScale
Episode: Marketing Your Book Without Losing the Time to Write It: Marvin Wey of AuthorScale on AI, TikTok, and Selling More Books – The Writing Coach Ep. 236
Charlotte Donlon
Author and spiritual director; author of Spiritual Direction for Writers, Everyday Rituals for Your Writing Life
Author, Spiritual Director
Episode: The Spiritual Side of Beating Writer’s Burnout: Charlotte Donlon on Rituals, Rest, and Writing – The Writing Coach Ep. 235
Susan Friedman
Book Marketing Mentor, podcaster, and expert in nonfiction book marketing
Book Marketing Mentors
Episode: Murder, Wormholes, and A.I.s in Your Head: Talking Sci‑Fi with J.E. Sheasby – The Writing Coach Ep. 234
Rob Cole
Author of For Once In My Life; subject of the biography
Self-published author; biographer
Episode: For Once in My Life: Rob Cole on the Biography of Arlinda Willis – The Writing Coach Ep. 233
Nathan Lang
Friend and writer/retreat collaborator
Self-employed writer and writing coach collaborator in Barbados
Episode: Five Days, Mullins Beach, and 40 Years of Friendship: The Barbados Writing Retreat with Nathan Lang – The Writing Coach Ep. 232

Host

Kevin T. Johns
Host of The Writing Coach Podcast; focuses on writing craft, publishing, coaching, and author workflows

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 28 ratings
  • Great Resource & Interesting Interviews

    Great information for writers at all levels!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lo mink
    United States5 years ago
  • Super Useful

    Really good content - lots of value - you want to check this one out! Kevin does a great job of keeping it conversational yet pulling out the good content from his guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KarenDimmick
    United States10 years ago
  • Bringing together great minds

    Kevin does a great job at bringing together great coaching minds to help the audience figure out what's next for their writing. The people he brings on the show will help you improve your craft and even will help you find a resources to people you may need. If you need a writing coach Kevin is your guy. If you need plot work and not a full out coaching session, then Kevin has an episode for you. Want to know how to get organized? There's an episode for that too. Kevin is a wealth of information.... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ShumateAuthor
    United States11 years ago
  • Excellent!

    I love the interviews and the energy Kevin has. He keeps learning about writing exciting!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    chubblee
    United States12 years ago
  • Writer

    Kevin Johns "Writing Coach" podcasts are absolutely BRILLIANT. Everyone he talks to brings the show fantastic advice, as well as a lot of meaningful wisdom to reflect upon throughout the rest of the day. It is very motivating to listen to these podcasts, and leaves me feeling very excited to get to my writing later in the day after work. Educational, inspiring AND fun? This podcast is definitely a must!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KathrynHarris
    Australia12 years ago

Listeners Say

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High-quality guests and conversational host style are repeatedly noted as standout strengths.
Listeners praise practical, actionable guidance for writers and editors.
Coaching-focused conversations are highlighted as highly valuable for building sustainable writing careers.

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Murder, Wormholes, and A.I.s in Your Head: Talking Sci‑Fi with J.E. Sheasby – The Writing Coach Ep. 234
Q: How has interviewing so many guests shaped your view on podcasting as a marketing tool?
Podcasting is a powerful way to spread information about services and books, but it must be part of a broader strategy that includes other channels you enjoy and can sustain long-term.
Murder, Wormholes, and A.I.s in Your Head: Talking Sci‑Fi with J.E. Sheasby – The Writing Coach Ep. 234
Q: What are your big takeaways about book marketing after talking to 500 guests on Book Marketing Mentors and your own experience here?
The core takeaway is that there isn't a universal formula; authors must define what the book is meant to do for them, focus on a clear target market, and pursue consistent, energy-driven marketing over time rather than chasing shiny objects.
Susan Leon on Crime Fiction, Forgiveness, and the Ripple Effects of Loss – The Writing Coach Ep. 227
Q: Does this process of speaking to real people who have experienced these sorts of things in real life, do you consider it a key part of your research?
Yes, it's essential. Susan emphasizes gratitude for the willingness of real people to share their stories and notes these conversations add emotional truth to the narrative without copying anyone's experiences.
How Linda Garnett Turned Her Debut Gothic Vampire Novel into an Amazon Bestseller – The Writing Coach Ep. 225
Q: What was the core evolution of Grace from outline to the finished book?
Linda describes how Grace and the surrounding world developed through drafting, revisions, and feedback, with the town and atmosphere gaining prominence as central elements that drove the story forward.
How Linda Garnett Turned Her Debut Gothic Vampire Novel into an Amazon Bestseller – The Writing Coach Ep. 225
Q: Linda, welcome to the podcast.
Linda explains it was exciting to be invited and shares how she felt stepping into the interview, giving context for the discussion on her debut and its reception.

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A pragmatic, craft- and career-focused show for writers, editors, and coaches. Across episodes, listeners hear hands-on guidance on editing processes, author–editor dynamics, and practical publishing strategies—ranging from traditional and indie publishing differences to building sustainable writing businesses with coaching, AI, and assistant support. Guests include editors, prolific indie authors, and coaching experts who share actionable workflows for revision, project planning, marketing, and monetization. The show stands out for its clear, experience-based advice, emphasis on community and coaching, and a consistent focus on turning writing into a durable, marketable practice.

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Recent guests on The Writing Coach include:

1. Ellen Baker
2. Terence Sullivan
3. Steven Puri
4. Ron Black
5. Marvin Wey
6. Charlotte Donlon
7. Susan Friedman
8. Rob Cole

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