Episodes

  • Find the time for Words
    Nov 15 2023

    It's up to you to find the time to write!


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    4 mins
  • 5 Ways to Tell a Good Story
    Oct 26 2023

    On today's episode, I suggest 5 simple ways to enhance your storytelling skills. Take a listen! And then tell a story!


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    4 mins
  • Wait! Don’t Throw Away Those Letters!
    Oct 18 2023

    You never know what will trigger your memories, so if you're considering writing a memoir, don't clean out your closet! Sort of. In this episode, I talk about memoir writing, and give a fun writing exercise to get you started on yours.


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    4 mins
  • Writing Through Distractions
    Oct 11 2023

    In this episode, I outline 5 ways to write through distracting times. And boy are we living through distracting times...


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    4 mins
  • Once Upon a Time...
    Oct 4 2023

    In this short but sweet episode, I talk about the power of "Once Upon a Time" and how you can use it to kickstart the beginning of whatever it is you're working on.


    I'm offering a free video recording on Beginnings. If you're interested, just go to my website www.melissaclarkwrites.com and navigate to CONTACT. Fill out your contact info, writing "Once Upon a Time" in the subject line. I'll email you a recording intended to inspire and engage.


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    3 mins
  • Casting Your Characters
    Sep 27 2023

    You have a protagonist. You have an antagonist. Who else do you have? On today's episode, I discuss characters and offer a writing exercise to help you get to know your character(s).


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    5 mins
  • Let the Writing Begin!
    Sep 20 2023

    Welcome to season 3 of The Writing Pool Podcast where I'll be teaching mini-writing courses with copious writing exercises. Today, an exercise for my memoirists in the audience. Get inspired by Anton Chekhov as you move forward with your own work. Also, a miraculous story about my missing Kindle device!


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    6 mins
  • The Tipping Point
    Aug 9 2023

    In this final episode of the season, I talk about tipping points, using Taylor Swift as an example. What does TayTay have to do with writing? Or meeting your goals? Take a listen to find out. Next season, I'll be giving actionable items for you to work on your craft, so tune in in September for a whole new vibe.


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    8 mins