19 JAN 2024 · Quote of the day: “In good writing, words become one with things.” ― Ralph Waldo Emerson In today’s episode, I talk about how NaNo went for me and how that affects my goals in the future. Key moments: Podcast Featured Guest: [00:21] - I was featured on the Fiction Writing Made Easy Podcast Prompt Instruction: [02:41] Reviewing how the prompt challenge works Today’s Prompt: [03:02] Day 5 - Word of the Day Show & Tell: [08:29] - My last show and tell Notes to Novel: [11:08] - Doors close to one of only 2 opportunities to take the course in 2024 Links mentioned: https://taliyariesterer--savannahgilbo.thrivecart.com/notestonovel/ https://open.spotify.com/episode/4bSOaN1eaYLAAHbAPECFml?si=3e5df731eaa2482a https://www.literatureandlatte.com/scrivener-affiliate.html?fpr=taliya58 https://loop-earplugs.sjv.io/tmgphoto Are you enjoying the Write As Rain podcast? Be sure to https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/write-as-rain/id1709417592 so other writers like you can find us. And follow us so you don’t miss a prompt! Let’s be friends: https://www.instagram.com/authorliyagrey/ https://www.instagram.com/authorliyagrey/ https://www.facebook.com/authorliyagrey https://www.facebook.com/authorliyagrey https://nanowrimo.org/participants/liya-grey https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/13158584-liya-grey https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/13158584-liya-grey

4 JAN 2024 · Quote of the day: “I don't write about adolescence. I write about war. For adolescents.” Suzanne Collins. In today’s episode, I am reviewing the Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes, both the book and movie that was adapted from it. As a video producer and writer, I respect that movies and TV shows are different mediums for storytelling. No screen adaption of a book will ever be 100% like the novel, but that doesn't mean it can't work. Key moments Notes to Novek Course: [01:39] - Information on the Notes to Novel course by Savannah Gilbo Book Review: [02:07] My view on the novel - The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes Movie Review Positives: [06:33] - What worked in the movie Movie Review Critique: [08:44] - What didn't work in movie Final Thoughts: [13:07] - My rating and recommendation Loop Earplugs: [13:56] - Use Loop Earplugs to get some peace and quiet when you read and write. Links mentioned: https://taliyariesterer--savannahgilbo.thrivecart.com/n2n-special-offer/ https://taliyariesterer--savannahgilbo.thrivecart.com/challenge/64f7b59525c0d/ https://www.literatureandlatte.com/scrivener-affiliate.html?fpr=taliya58 https://loop-earplugs.sjv.io/tmgphoto Are you enjoying the Write As Rain podcast? Be sure to https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/write-as-rain/id1709417592 so other writers like you can find us. Follow us so you don’t miss a prompt or review! Let’s be friends: https://www.instagram.com/authorliyagrey/ https://www.instagram.com/authorliyagrey/ https://www.facebook.com/authorliyagrey https://www.facebook.com/authorliyagrey https://nanowrimo.org/participants/liya-grey https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/13158584-liya-grey https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/13158584-liya-grey

29 OCT 2023 · “I’m so glad I live in a world where there are Octobers.” —L.M. Montgomery In today’s episode, I discuss prepping for NaNoWriMo and how telling people about my writing is anxiety-inducing. Key moments Loop Earplugs: [00:21] - How to get some quiet when you write Prompt Instruction: [01:19] Reviewing how the prompt challenge works Today’s Prompt: [02:18] - Day Four Seasonal - Halloween Prompt Show & Tell: [07:23] - Sharing what I wrote for the prompt. Scrivener Free Trial: [09:20] - Learn how you can get a free trial of Scrivener Links mentioned: https://taliyariesterer--savannahgilbo.thrivecart.com/n2n-special-offer/ https://www.literatureandlatte.com/scrivener-affiliate.html?fpr=taliya58 https://loop-earplugs.sjv.io/tmgphoto Are you enjoying the Write As Rain podcast? Be sure to https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/write-as-rain/id1709417592 so other writers like you can find us. And follow us so you don’t miss a prompt! Let’s be friends: https://www.instagram.com/authorliyagrey/ https://www.instagram.com/authorliyagrey/ https://www.facebook.com/authorliyagrey https://www.facebook.com/authorliyagrey https://nanowrimo.org/participants/liya-grey

26 OCT 2023 · “The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you’ll go.” Dr. Seuss In today’s episode, I discuss goal setting and my first time participating in NaNoWriMo. Key moments Scrivener: [00:21] - Using Scrivener for NaNoWriMo Prompt Instruction: [02:10] Reviewing how the prompt challenge works Today’s Prompt: [02:31] - Day Three - Prop Challenge Show & Tell: [08:00] Links mentioned: https://taliyariesterer--savannahgilbo.thrivecart.com/n2n-special-offer/ https://taliyariesterer--savannahgilbo.thrivecart.com/challenge/64f7b59525c0d/https://taliyariesterer--savannahgilbo.thrivecart.com/challenge/64f7b59525c0d/ https://www.literatureandlatte.com/scrivener-affiliate.html?fpr=taliya58 Are you enjoying the Write As Rain podcast? Be sure to https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/write-as-rain/id1709417592 so other writers like you can find us. And follow us so you don’t miss a prompt! Let’s be friends: https://www.instagram.com/authorliyagrey/ https://www.instagram.com/authorliyagrey/ https://www.facebook.com/authorliyagrey https://www.facebook.com/authorliyagrey https://nanowrimo.org/participants/liya-grey

4 OCT 2023 · “The worst enemy to creativity is self-doubt.” – Sylvia Plath In today’s episode, I am talking about the power of words and how they relate to imposter syndrome. The prompt for today is in the Dialogue category, focusing on a conversation between two people. Key moments: Notes To Novel Course: [00:19] Today’s Prompt: [02:57] Show and Tell: [08:22] Links mentioned: Savannah Gilbo's https://taliyariesterer--savannahgilbo.thrivecart.com/n2n-special-offer/ Love Langauge - https://5lovelanguages.com/ Are you enjoying the Write As Rain podcast? Be sure to https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/write-as-rain/id1709417592 so other writers like you can find us. And follow us so you don’t miss a prompt! Let’s be friends: https://www.instagram.com/authorliyagrey/ https://www.instagram.com/authorliyagrey/ https://www.facebook.com/authorliyagrey https://www.facebook.com/authorliyagrey

3 OCT 2023 · "If there's a book that you want to read, but it hasn't been written yet, then you must write it." -Toni Morrison In today’s episode, it's the first official launch of the 365 Writing Challenge! It's Day One, and today's prompt category is Seasonal - Fall. It's the first time in a long time that I sat down to do some writing prompts, which didn't come without challenges. Key moments Prompt Instruction: [00:58] Reviewing how the prompt challenge works Today’s Prompt: [01:25] Day One Seasonal - Fall Prompt Show And Tell: [06:53] I'll share with you what I wrote Masterclass Opportunity: [08:41] Savannah Gilbo's FREE masterclass information Links mentioned: https://taliyariesterer--savannahgilbo.thrivecart.com/challenge/64f7b5b325c0e/ https://taliyariesterer--savannahgilbo.thrivecart.com/challenge/64f7b59525c0d/ Are you enjoying the Write As Rain podcast? Be sure to https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/write-as-rain/id1709417592 so other writers like you can find us. And follow us so you don’t miss a prompt! Let’s be friends: https://www.instagram.com/authorliyagrey/ https://www.instagram.com/authorliyagrey/ https://www.facebook.com/authorliyagrey https://www.facebook.com/authorliyagrey

29 SEP 2023 · In this bonus episode, I go over the 365 Writing Challenge and how it works in each prompt episode in detail. If you're new here, I suggest listening to this episode first so you know what to expect. Prompt categories explained: [00:53] Fiction [01:11] Seasonal [01:33] Sensory Overload [01:53] Memory Lane [02:20] Dialogue [02:46] Prop Challenge [03:21] Word Of The Day [03:43] Sound cue 1 [04:28] Sound cue 2 Let's Be Friends: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/authorliyagrey Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/authorliyagrey/ Blog - https://www.liyagrey.com/the-notebook

28 SEP 2023 · Are you new here? Welcome! I am so glad you tuned in. This is the introductory episode so you can learn a little about me and what to expect here at the Write As Rain podcast. Don't miss an update on the 365 Day Writing Challenge or updates on my writing journey. https://www.facebook.com/authorliyagrey/ https://www.instagram.com/authorliyagrey/ https://www.liyagrey.com/