In this episode, Tanner discusses how dictation has significantly improved his writing speed, doubling or tripling his output in the first draft stage. He shares his initial challenges and the benefits he discovered, such as increased productivity and more effective use of liminal times. He provides practical tips for getting started with dictation using simple tools like a smartphone and earbuds, and highlights the pros and cons of incorporating dictation into a writer's workflow.

00:00 Introduction

00:48 The Struggles of Typing and Initial Attempts at Dictation

02:12 Overcoming Dictation Challenges

03:31 Dictation Success and Increased Productivity

04:39 Pros and Cons of Dictation

06:34 Setting Up for Dictation

08:00 Practical Tips for Effective Dictation

11:44 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Projects

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In this episode of Killer Prose, Tanner sits down with John Ward, author of the Scareville series, to discuss the nuances of writing middle-grade and adult horror. John shares his journey into writing, including early influences like Goosebumps, his writing process, and how he approaches crafting horror stories for younger audiences. They get into the challenges of transitioning between middle-grade and adult horror, the importance of updating horror for modern audiences, and practical advice for new writers. The episode also covers John's new projects, including his upcoming adult horror novel, 'Black and Heart, Black and Soul.'

Then, Tanner provides updates on creating a writer's community, moving live writing sprints to Discord, and his own experiences with using dictation to enhance productivity.

00:00 Happy Halloween and Introduction

01:07 Meet John Ward: Middle Grade Horror Author

01:25 John Ward's Writing Journey

03:21 Crafting Middle Grade Horror

05:06 Challenges and Insights in Writing for Young Audiences

12:05 Transitioning to Adult Horror

16:41 The Importance of Book Covers

24:30 John Ward's Upcoming Projects

25:34 Advice for Aspiring Horror Writers

26:28 Tanner's Writing and Show Updates

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In this episode of Killer Prose, Tanner sits down with author R.M. Galardo to discuss her latest book, 'Traveler,' and its development from her initial work, 'Sister.' They talk about the complexities of series writing, exploring how 'Heirloom' evolved into 'Traveler' and the lessons learned during the writing journey. The conversation also highlights the importance of writing courses and communities, particularly Holly's Writing Classes, and the specific tools, like the Octopus Map used for plotting.

Tanner wraps things up by sharing updates on his own writing process and the practicality of using dictation to manage workload and boost productivity.

00:00 Introduction and Overview

01:05 Welcome Back, Rebecca Lardo

01:17 The Journey from 'Sister' to 'Traveler'

02:05 Challenges and Rewrites

04:00 Planning the Series Arc

05:23 Character Development and Revisions

07:03 Writing Techniques and Inspirations

10:33 Balancing Artistic Vision and Market Demands

23:53 Balancing Creativity and Commerce

25:38 The Importance of Community in Writing

28:59 Navigating Critique Groups

31:25 Developing a Writing Process

34:25 Consistency and Motivation in Writing

40:37 Exploring Dictation for Writing

44:47 Upcoming Projects and Announcements

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Time Management Episode: https://www.killerprose.com/managing-your-most-valuable-resource-as-a-writer-time/