57. Beta Readers

59. Unreliable Narrators

What happens when you can't believe what a character is telling you? Answer: listen to this episode. Don't forget to sign up for my newsletter [https://subscribepage.io/rosedeneediting] to get access to lots of freebies, including a free DIY line editing checklist, my complete story starter kit, and my busy writer's schedule builder. And more. Trust me, it's awesome.

58. Subverting Tropes

Feeling tropey? Check out this episode of "Why you should watch Leverage"—I mean Words Are Hard—to find out what tropes are and how to use them without falling into the cliche trap. Don't forget to sign up for my newsletter [https://subscribepage.io/rosedeneediting] to get access to lots of freebies, including a free DIY line editing checklist, my complete story starter kit, and my busy writer's schedule builder. And more. Trust me, it's awesome.

57. Beta Readers

I've been sitting on this episode for 2 months, waiting for time to edit it. With Ramsay and I both starting new jobs, it's been a crazy spring! But we're back from our unexpected haitus and ready to go with more writing and editing talk, starting with a discussion on beta readers! What are they? Why do you need them? How do you find them? All answered here, just for you <3 Don't forget to sign up for my newsletter [https://subscribepage.io/rosedeneediting] to get access to lots of freebies, including a free DIY line editing checklist, my complete story starter kit, and my busy writer's schedule builder. And more. Trust me, it's awesome.

56. Active and Passive Voice

We may have recorded this over a month ago, but it's still relevant! While active voice is strongly preferred in writing, there are times when passive voice is an effective tool. We'll discuss those specific uses, as well as Wisconsin winters and vintage historical fiction, in today's episode. Don't forget to sign up for my newsletter [https://subscribepage.io/rosedeneediting] to get access to lots of freebies, including a free DIY line editing checklist, my complete story starter kit, and my busy writer's schedule builder. And more. Trust me, it's awesome.

55. Common Writing Frustrations

If you've ever felt frustrated with your writing, don't worry. It isn't just you. These are some of the most common frustrations I hear from writers, and how to address them.  Don't forget to sign up for my newsletter [https://subscribepage.io/rosedeneediting] to get access to lots of freebies, including a free DIY line editing checklist, my complete story starter kit, and my busy writer's schedule builder. And more. Trust me, it's awesome.