How to Write Collaborative Poems
EPISODE 49 | Find out how writing collaborative poems can break creative blocks wide open.
5 Lessons Learned from How We Do It: Black Writers on Craft
EPISODE 48 | Five powerful personal lessons from How We Do It: Black Writers on Craft, edited by Jericho Brown.
The Myth of Writing Discipline (and What to Do Instead)
EPISODE 47 | Feeling stuck in the shame of not writing “enough”? Dismantle the myth of writing discipline and learn how to build a sustainable creative practice.
How Not to Be Your Own Worst Enemy
EPISODE 46 | Introducing new host Ravina Wadhwani facing the struggle of impostor syndrome, self-sabotage, and the pressure to succeed even when we’ve already achieved so much.
Finding Your Voice: Performance Tips for the Stage
EPISODE 45 | Practical tips for reading your work with confidence and clarity, along with heartfelt advice on how to connect with your voice and your audience on stage.
Yoga for Creative Writers
EPISODE 44 | What if yoga could boost your writing practice? Lori walks you through a simple, seated sequence you can do right at your desk!
How Do We Cope in These Times? The Practice of Resistance
EPISODE 43 | Introducing new host Leonora Simonovis. Join Leo as she reflects on how creative practice becomes a form of resistance and invites you to explore your own.
Self-Care for Writers: Finding Calm When the World Feels Overwhelming
EPISODE 42 | Feeling overwhelmed? Learn how to check in with yourself, calm your mind, and build a self-care routine that actually works.
How to Suggest Poetry Books to Your Local Library
EPISODE 41 | Your recommendations matter! They can bring indie authors and fresh voices into the spotlight—and make poetry more accessible to your community.
Bootstrapping Your Book Launch
EPISODE 40 | Many authors are surprised to learn they have to market their books. In this episode, Lori walks you through how to bootstrap your book launch.
Finding Your Fire: The Role of the Writer in Challenging Times
EPISODE 39 | What is the role of the writer when the world feels like it’s on fire? Join bridgette as she shares how she rediscovered her creative spark during challenging times.
What Beyoncé Teaches Us About Crossing Genres
EPISODE 38 | In this episode, Danielle explores how writers working in multiple forms can transition between genres successfully, inspired by Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter.
Maximize Your Reach: The Writer's Guide to Optimizing Your Social Media Presence
EPISODE 37 | Lori shares how writers can optimize their social media presence, particularly on Instagram and TikTok. She offer great tips for how to grow your social media following.
Fill Your Cup: Autumn Edition
EPISODE 36 | In this episode Lori shares some of her favorite activities for engaging with autumn.
How to Create Poem Titles: 5 Techniques for Naming Your Work
EPISODE 35 | Explore five key strategies for creating attention-grabbing, meaningful poem titles.
Sit Down and Write: Collage Poems
EPISODE 34 | Learn the art of collage poetry, with a step-by-step guide through the process of creating your own.
5 Basic Mistakes in Your Submissions Process
EPISODE 33 | Explore five common mistakes new writers make during the submissions process and how to avoid them.
Write Like the Wind: How to Plan Your First Writing Sprint
EPISODE 32 | Writing sprints are highly adaptable and allow writers to experiment with different ways of engaging with their craft and progressing on their big projects.
Free of Almost Free Writing Resources
EPISODE 31 | A comprehensive guide to the free, reliable resources that elevate your writing game without breaking the bank.
Sing a Black Girl Song: 5 Books by Black Women Poets You Should Know
EPISODE 30 | In this episode, bridgette bianca chooses one collection from each of the past five years and explains why you should know it.