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Writer’s Digest Presents is the official podcast of Writer’s Digest, where we’re writers helping writers since 1920. Hosted by the editors of Writer’s Digest, this monthly podcast features interviews with writing and publishing experts whose insights will help ignite your creative vision, hone your skills, build your platform, and get your work out into the world. Join us on the third Tuesday of e... more

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Book coaches offer a wide range of services that are catered to your personal needs as a writer. Maybe you need help brainstorming plot problems, or you need help with your query letter. Maybe you simply need someone to hold you accountable to get th... more

Isabel Klee is best known for her work in fostering and rehabilitating dogs in New York City. As "Simon Sits" on social media, Klee chronicles the experience of caring for heartbroken animals and giving them a second chance at life. Now, with her #1 ... more

In February, "Writer's Digest Presents" managing editor Moriah Richard and senior editor Michael Woodson discussed performing reading audits and what they can do for your reading life. In this episode of "Writer's Digest Presents", editor-in-chief Am... more

Amazon's rise in dominion over the publishing industry is largely connected to the idea that convenience outweighs community—and independent bookstores across the country were shuttering in their wake. With the prevalence and rise of online shopping,... more

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Recent Guests

Adrienne Westenfeld
Book coach and editor
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Episode: What a Book Coach Can Do for You (featuring Adrienne Westenfeld)
Isabel Klee
Author of Dogs, Boys, And Other Things I've Cried About; dog foster advocate
Muddy Paws Rescue (associated with her fostering work)
Episode: The Dogs That Shaped Us With Isabel Klee
Amy Jones
Editor in Chief, Writers Digest
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Episode: Reading Like a Writer with Amy Jones
Andy Hunter
Founder of Bookshop.org
Bookshop.org
Episode: The Fight Against Amazon with Bookshop.org
Moriah Richard
Managing Editor at Writers Digest
Writers Digest
Episode: How (and Why) To Do a Reading Audit
Allegra Martschenko
Literary agent at BookEnds Literary Agency
BookEnds Literary Agency
Episode: Writing the Perfect Ending (w/ Literary Agent Allegra Martschenko)
Alexandra Gater
Interior designer and YouTuber known for her home decor transformations.
Own Your Space
Episode: Turning Your Career Into a Book (with Alexandra Gater)
Carson Faust
Author of "If The Dead Belong Here"
Personal Website
Episode: The Craft of Writing Horror (with Carson Faust)
Alyssa Colman
Middle grade author known for her book, Where Only Storms Grow.
Episode: Keeping Young Readers Engaged (with Alyssa Colman)

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Michael Woodson
Host of Writer's Digest Presents

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 21 ratings
  • Smart knowledgeable hosts, but too many cooks in the kitchen.

    I’ve listened to every episode and I always leave with a nugget of wisdom and a whole lot of frustration. These are clearly smart, knowledgeable writers with things to say, but there are too many awkward pauses as the editors are too polite to talk over each other.

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    EmilyKathleenWrites
    United States3 years ago

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Balanced expertise with practical takeaways, though pacing can feel uneven due to multiple voices.
High-quality craft discussions and actionable tips for writers, with room for tighter editing between guests.
Smart knowledgeable hosts, but too many cooks in the kitchen.

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What a Book Coach Can Do for You (featuring Adrienne Westenfeld)
Q: How does Adrienne customize her coaching for different writers?
Coaching is bespoke: Adrienne Tailors the engagement to a writer's routine, goals, and obstacles, asks deep questions about process and destination, and designs a unique architecture to support them, often combining craft work with strategic career planning.
What a Book Coach Can Do for You (featuring Adrienne Westenfeld)
Q: When should a writer consider hiring a book coach?
There isn't a single perfect moment; writers can benefit at ideation, during the drafting process, or after hitting a block in the middle. The key indicator is a clear need for sustained support, guidance, and a structured plan to move toward a tangible publishing goal.
What a Book Coach Can Do for You (featuring Adrienne Westenfeld)
Q: What exactly can a book coach offer writers that a traditional editor might not?
A book coach offers ongoing, holistic support: real-time editorial feedback, accountability, career guidance, and a collaborative, customizable process that can span multiple projects over time, not just a single manuscript. They also help with questions of motivation, structure, and the writer's long-term development within the publishing landscape.
The Dogs That Shaped Us With Isabel Klee
Q: How did you approach ending the memoir given it covers ongoing work and future dogs you'll foster?
The ending was designed to acknowledge that the work continues beyond the pages, ending with a personal moment that mirrors the ongoing journey of fostering and finding love, rather than a final, conclusive finish.
The Dogs That Shaped Us With Isabel Klee
Q: Did you feel pressure because of people's response to certain things on social media?
I didn't feel pressure to fit a particular dog into the book; I focused on including moments that truly fit the narrative, especially the standout stories like Tiki, which was added at the editor's insistence.

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A thoughtful collection of conversations centered on writing craft, publishing, and the book industry. Episodes routinely explore practical guidance for writers—from coaching, editing, and crafting strong endings, to navigating the publishing landscape, agents, and indie booksellers. Guests span editors, literary agents, designers turned authors, and successful writers, offering actionable tips, real-world anecdotes, and perspectives on building a sustainable writing practice. The show often weaves in broader industry topics like representation, reading habits, and the evolving role of technology in storytelling, making it a solid resource for both aspiring and seasoned writers seeking craft insight and career guidance.

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6. Allegra Martschenko
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8. Carson Faust

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