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Episode List:

Chapter 1 - Components
1.Deciding Why to Write
2.Coping with perfectionism
3.Your writing area
4.Finding the time to write
5.Developing characters
6.Settings and conflicts
7.Crafting a plot
8.Researching your story

Chapter 2 – Mechanics
9.Crafting a beginning
10.You've set off on your adventure – now what?
11.The first conflict
12.Initiating change in your characters
13.Character development
14.The Big Conflict/the final battle
15.The Return Home
16.The HEA/HFN: Can you finish a book without one?
17.Planning for a sequel

Chapter 3 – Techniques
18.Description vs Action
19.Clichés
20.Archetypes
21.The Villain You Wish You Could Strangle
22.Dialogue and dialogue tags
23.When is infodumping okay?
24.Finding the Ending

Chapter 4 - Polishing Your Book
25.The rewrite
a.Transitioning from Fiction to Non-Fiction: Why?
26.Finding those pesky mistakes
27.Grammar
28.Fleshing out your world
29.My hero is a sook – help!
30.Finding good betas
a.Relating to your editor

Chapter 5 - Publishing
31.You've written a book! Now what?
32.Discovering publishers
33.How to present your work
34.The dreaded rejection
35.I got a personalised rejection – now what?
36.Rewriting again!
37.Into the rabbit hole – presenting your work to publishers
38.Self-publishing – Is it worth it?
39.Amazon and other self-publishing tools
40.Coping with bad reviews

Chapter 6 – Promotion
41.You're published! Wait, the journey's not over?
42.Basics of promotion: How & Where
43.Promotion for free
44.Marketing in the Modern World
45.Paying for promotion – is it worth it?
46.Physical vs Online
47.Book Tours and Author Appearances
48.The Dreaded Convention]]>enBooksCopyright The Modern Meltdownhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/10caaed64140c808e32083916fbcb2d8.jpghttp://www.themodernmeltdown.comSun, 03 Mar 2024 00:35:29 +0000The Modern MeltdownThe Modern Meltdownthemodernmeltdown@gmail.comBeyond the Words is a podcast that talks about writing, publishing and promoting your future bestselling novel. Join bestseller Holly Hunt as she talks to other authors and guides you, step by step, through the process of writing a great novel. Each...
Episode List:

Chapter 1 - Components
1.Deciding Why to Write
2.Coping with perfectionism
3.Your writing area
4.Finding the time to write
5.Developing characters
6.Settings and conflicts
7.Crafting a plot
8.Researching your story

Chapter 2 – Mechanics
9.Crafting a beginning
10.You've set off on your adventure – now what?
11.The first conflict
12.Initiating change in your characters
13.Character development
14.The Big Conflict/the final battle
15.The Return Home
16.The HEA/HFN: Can you finish a book without one?
17.Planning for a sequel

Chapter 3 – Techniques
18.Description vs Action
19.Clichés
20.Archetypes
21.The Villain You Wish You Could Strangle
22.Dialogue and dialogue tags
23.When is infodumping okay?
24.Finding the Ending

Chapter 4 - Polishing Your Book
25.The rewrite
a.Transitioning from Fiction to Non-Fiction: Why?
26.Finding those pesky mistakes
27.Grammar
28.Fleshing out your world
29.My hero is a sook – help!
30.Finding good betas
a.Relating to your editor

Chapter 5 - Publishing
31.You've written a book! Now what?
32.Discovering publishers
33.How to present your work
34.The dreaded rejection
35.I got a personalised rejection – now what?
36.Rewriting again!
37.Into the rabbit hole – presenting your work to publishers
38.Self-publishing – Is it worth it?
39.Amazon and other self-publishing tools
40.Coping with bad reviews

Chapter 6 – Promotion
41.You're published! Wait, the journey's not over?
42.Basics of promotion: How & Where
43.Promotion for free
44.Marketing in the Modern World
45.Paying for promotion – is it worth it?
46.Physical vs Online
47.Book Tours and Author Appearances
48.The Dreaded Convention]]>falseserialhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beyond-the-words-foreword--10850634https://api.spreaker.com/episode/10850634Thu, 23 Feb 2017 03:03:16 +0000The Modern MeltdownMeet Holly Hunt, the author hosting the show, and discover just what it's going to be about!152author,book,creativity,introduction,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beyond-the-words-episode-1-deciding-why-to-write-with-patricia-leslie--10850683
To buy a copy of A Single Light, click here: https://www.amazon.com/Single-Light-Patricia-Leslie-ebook/dp/B01BURRI7E]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/10850683Thu, 23 Feb 2017 03:03:35 +0000The Modern MeltdownIn this episode, we talk to Australian author Patricia Leslie about her book 'A Single Light'. This episode will help you decide why you want to write, and how to start. Includes a review of 'A Single Light' To buy a copy of A Single Light, click...
To buy a copy of A Single Light, click here: https://www.amazon.com/Single-Light-Patricia-Leslie-ebook/dp/B01BURRI7E]]>1007book,leslie,patricia,review,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beyond-the-words-episode-2-conquering-perfectionism--10883123
To purchase UnEarthed, click here: http://www.amazon.com/UnEarthed-Rebecca-Bloomer-ebook/dp/B006B2LUOQ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/10883123Tue, 28 Feb 2017 21:57:16 +0000The Modern MeltdownHolly talks a little about beating that little voice in the back of your head complaining about where you put that comma and the word you chose to begin the sentence, and offers some tried-and-true ways of ignoring the perfect sentence, lying just out...
To purchase UnEarthed, click here: http://www.amazon.com/UnEarthed-Rebecca-Bloomer-ebook/dp/B006B2LUOQ]]>273draft,editor,perfectionism,spelling,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beyond-the-words-episode-3-your-writing-space--10854023
To buy a copy of The South Forsaken, click here: http://www.amazon.com/The-South-Forsaken-Rachel-Drummond-ebook/dp/B00G5S0OIO]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/10854023Thu, 16 Mar 2017 09:07:12 +0000The Modern MeltdownWhere should you write? In a cafe? At a bar? With one hand on your Xbox control? Holly highlights some writing areas, and encourages you to find your own style. Includes a review of 'The South Forsaken' by Rachel Drummond To buy a copy of The South...
To buy a copy of The South Forsaken, click here: http://www.amazon.com/The-South-Forsaken-Rachel-Drummond-ebook/dp/B00G5S0OIO]]>229amwriting,author,book,space,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beyond-the-words-episode-4-finding-the-time-to-write--10853406
To buy a copy of The Species Within, click here: http://www.amazon.com/Species-Within-Battles-Dark-Book-ebook/dp/B00GA638T8]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/10853406Wed, 05 Apr 2017 08:17:29 +0000The Modern MeltdownJust how does one find the time to write with a full time job and a family? The same way they find time to sleep! Holly explains where she has found time to write her books, and challenges you to find your own. Includes a review of 'The Species...
To buy a copy of The Species Within, click here: http://www.amazon.com/Species-Within-Battles-Dark-Book-ebook/dp/B00GA638T8]]>328falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beyond-the-words-episode-5-developing-your-characters-with-tracy-joyce--10977109
To buy Altaica, click here: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00KSNC3FO]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/10977109Wed, 19 Apr 2017 23:00:31 +0000The Modern MeltdownOur longest episode to date! Join Holly and her guest Tracy Joyce as they talk about the creation and development of characters as you plot and put pen to paper. Includes a review of 'Altaica' by Tracy Joyce. To buy Altaica, click here:...
To buy Altaica, click here: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00KSNC3FO]]>1034author,characters,development,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beyond-the-words-episode-6-conflict-and-setting-with-je-cammon--11789586
To buy Bay City , click here: https://www.amazon.com/Where-Shadows-Lie-Bay-City-ebook/dp/B004QZ9TMU]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/11789586Thu, 04 May 2017 23:00:35 +0000The Modern MeltdownJoin Holly and her guest JE Cammon as they talk about the process of creating settings, and the conflicts that spout from them, for both characters and creator. Includes a review of 'Bay City ' by JE Cammon. To buy Bay City , click here:...
To buy Bay City , click here: https://www.amazon.com/Where-Shadows-Lie-Bay-City-ebook/dp/B004QZ9TMU]]>1091amwriting,conflict,podcast,setting,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beyond-the-words-episode-7-crafting-a-plot-with-belinda-crawford--11896706
To get a copy of Hero, click here: https://www.amazon.com/Hero-Rebellion-Book-1-ebook/dp/B015LYJVOA]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/11896706Thu, 18 May 2017 11:07:38 +0000The Modern MeltdownIn today's episode, Holly and her guest Belinda Crawford look into the process of creating a plot, and how it can lead people off into unexplained places. Includes a review of Hero by Belinda Crawford at the end. To get a copy of Hero, click here:...
To get a copy of Hero, click here: https://www.amazon.com/Hero-Rebellion-Book-1-ebook/dp/B015LYJVOA]]>1024amwriting,crafting,pantserorplanner,plotting,podcastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beyond-the-words-episode-8-doing-your-research-with-joseph-hirsch--10852093
For information on NaNoWriMo, click here: http://www.nanowrimo.org/
To buy a copy of The Dove and the Crow, click here: https://www.amazon.com/Dove-Crow-Joseph-Hirsch-ebook/dp/B010MWCIL4/]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/10852093Mon, 19 Jun 2017 10:57:39 +0000The Modern MeltdownOn this episode, we delve into research, and where to begin. Holly interviews Joseph Hirsch about his book 'The Dove and the Crow'. Includes a review of The Dove and the Crow at the end. For information on NaNoWriMo, click here:...
For information on NaNoWriMo, click here: http://www.nanowrimo.org/
To buy a copy of The Dove and the Crow, click here: https://www.amazon.com/Dove-Crow-Joseph-Hirsch-ebook/dp/B010MWCIL4/]]>616amwriting,creative,podcast,research,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beyond-the-words-episode-9-crafting-a-beginning-with-james-owen--12173777https://api.spreaker.com/episode/12173777Wed, 28 Jun 2017 23:25:45 +0000The Modern MeltdownIntroducing Chapter 2: Writing! Join Holly Hunt today as she dissects beginnings and opening lines with her guest, James Owen. Includes a review of Defender, by GX Todd at the end.601amwriting,beginning,editing,podcast,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beyond-the-words-episode-10-you-ve-started-your-adventure-now-what-with-ivana-l-truglio--12286236
Purchase a copy of Rilla here: https://www.amazon.com/Rilla-Book-Paradise-Ivana-Truglio-ebook/dp/B00SJWGRVC]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/12286236Wed, 05 Jul 2017 23:25:56 +0000The Modern MeltdownJoin Holly Hunt today as she wonders at where to go with her guest, Ivana L. Truglio. Includes a review of Ivana's book Rilla at the end of the show. Purchase a copy of Rilla here:...
Purchase a copy of Rilla here: https://www.amazon.com/Rilla-Book-Paradise-Ivana-Truglio-ebook/dp/B00SJWGRVC]]>767amwriting,beginnings,podcast,whatnow,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beyond-the-words-episode-11-the-first-conflict-with-felicity-banks--12333658
To buy a copy of Heart of Brass, click here: https://www.amazon.com/Heart-Brass-Antipodean-Queen-Book-ebook/dp/B01J58E7RE]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/12333658Wed, 12 Jul 2017 23:45:15 +0000The Modern MeltdownOn this week's episode, Holly Hunt sits down with Felicity Banks, author of Heart of Brass, and together, they talk about the First Conflict, the first problem a character faces on his or her journey. A review of Heart of Brass is included at the end....
To buy a copy of Heart of Brass, click here: https://www.amazon.com/Heart-Brass-Antipodean-Queen-Book-ebook/dp/B01J58E7RE]]>740amwriting,conflict,editing,podcast,publishingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beyond-the-words-episode-12-initiating-change-in-your-characters-with-b-lynn-goodwin--12382763
To get a copy of Talent, click here: https://www.amazon.com/Talent-B-Goodwin-ebook/dp/B0182N1PZA]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/12382763Thu, 20 Jul 2017 01:20:50 +0000The Modern MeltdownThis week, join Holly as she talks to B. Lynn Goodwin, author of Talent, about the process of initiating change in characters. Includes a review of Talent at the end. To get a copy of Talent, click here:...
To get a copy of Talent, click here: https://www.amazon.com/Talent-B-Goodwin-ebook/dp/B0182N1PZA]]>1172amwriting,change,podcast,stories,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beyond-the-words-episode-13-character-development-with-matt-pike--12436264
For a copy of Apocalypse, click here: https://www.amazon.com/Apocalypse-Diary-Survivor-Matt-Pike/dp/B00LGBN1G2]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/12436264Wed, 26 Jul 2017 23:10:45 +0000The Modern MeltdownJoin host Holly Hunt as she talks all things Character Development with Matt Pike, author of Apocalypse: Diary of a Survivor. A review of Apocalypse is included at the end of the show. For a copy of Apocalypse, click here:...
For a copy of Apocalypse, click here: https://www.amazon.com/Apocalypse-Diary-Survivor-Matt-Pike/dp/B00LGBN1G2]]>738amwriting,characters,development,editing,podcastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beyond-the-words-episode-14-the-final-battle-with-jeffery-e-doherty--12494581
To get a copy of Olivia Stone and the Trouble with Trixies, click here: https://www.amazon.com/Olivia-Stone-Trouble-Trixies-Guardians-ebook/dp/B01AXZ5I26]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/12494581Thu, 03 Aug 2017 11:49:18 +0000The Modern MeltdownIn this episode, we get closer to the end of your book. Join Holly as she's joined with Jeffery E Doherty, and they talk about the Final Battle, the big bang that brings all your hard work together. Includes a review of "Olivia Stone and the Trouble...
To get a copy of Olivia Stone and the Trouble with Trixies, click here: https://www.amazon.com/Olivia-Stone-Trouble-Trixies-Guardians-ebook/dp/B01AXZ5I26]]>707amwriting,battle,conflict,final,podcastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beyond-the-words-episode-15-the-return-home-with-lauren-k-mckeller--12553379
The purchase a copy of The Problem with Crazy, click here: https://www.amazon.com/Problem-Crazy-Love-Book-ebook/dp/B00IFH4NI0]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/12553379Fri, 11 Aug 2017 14:02:56 +0000The Modern MeltdownJoin Holly and Lauren as they discuss the last scene of a novel - the return home - and discuss whether it needs to be a physical return, as in fantasy, or a metaphorical, as in non-speculative fictions. Includes a review of "The Problem with Crazy"...
The purchase a copy of The Problem with Crazy, click here: https://www.amazon.com/Problem-Crazy-Love-Book-ebook/dp/B00IFH4NI0]]>1051editing,ending,finale,return,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beyond-the-words-episode-16-the-optional-happily-ever-after-with-brantwijn-serrah--12601034
To purchase a copy of Goblin Fires, click here: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B012DZS1PA]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/12601034Fri, 18 Aug 2017 13:07:15 +0000The Modern MeltdownIn this second-last episode of Chapter 2, Holly and her guest discuss whether the Happily Ever After is required reading, or if you can get away without happiness on all sides for your characters. Includes a review of "Goblin Fires", by Brantwijn...
To purchase a copy of Goblin Fires, click here: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B012DZS1PA]]>1143amwriting,comedy,conclusion,happilyeverafter,tragedyfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beyond-the-words-episode-17-planning-for-a-sequel-with-kathryn-berryman--12633802
To purchase a copy of Erinland, click here: https://www.amazon.com/Erinland-Kathryn-Berryman-ebook/dp/B01MR9IAQL]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/12633802Wed, 23 Aug 2017 23:30:04 +0000The Modern MeltdownJoin Holly as she talks to Erinland author Kathryn Berryman about the amount for foreshadowing needed, and how to best set up a sequel to your works. Includes a review of "Erinland" at the end. To purchase a copy of Erinland, click here:...
To purchase a copy of Erinland, click here: https://www.amazon.com/Erinland-Kathryn-Berryman-ebook/dp/B01MR9IAQL]]>985amwriting,editing,foreshadowing,ohhellwhatdoidonext??,sequelfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beyond-the-words-episode-18-the-dialogue-description-balance-with-alan-baxter--12695624
For a copy of The Darkest Shade of Grey, click here: https://www.amazon.com/Darkest-Shade-Grey-Alan-Baxter-ebook/dp/B007N9B7F8]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/12695624Thu, 31 Aug 2017 13:32:06 +0000The Modern MeltdownJoin Holly as she begins talking the technicals of writing, in the first episode of Chapter 3. She and her guest discuss the Dialogue-Description balance, and how to find it for your novel. Includes a review of "The Darkest Shade of Grey" by Alan...
For a copy of The Darkest Shade of Grey, click here: https://www.amazon.com/Darkest-Shade-Grey-Alan-Baxter-ebook/dp/B007N9B7F8]]>666amwriting,balance,description,dialogue,podcastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beyond-the-words-episode-19-cliches-with-duncan-smith--12745642


To grab a copy of Cultown, click here: https://www.amazon.com/Cultown-Duncan-Smith-ebook/dp/B071NS5HHB

And for the CD, click here: http://vortexwinder.com/product/cultown/]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/12745642Thu, 07 Sep 2017 12:40:19 +0000The Modern MeltdownTo use them, or not to use them, that is the question? Join Holly as she talks cliches and when to break them. Includes a review of "Cultown", by Duncan Smith, and the title track of the book's soundtrack, "Cultown", at the end.  To grab a copy...


To grab a copy of Cultown, click here: https://www.amazon.com/Cultown-Duncan-Smith-ebook/dp/B071NS5HHB

And for the CD, click here: http://vortexwinder.com/product/cultown/]]>1185cliches,musical,novel,podcast,rockfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beyond-the-words-episode-20-archetypes-with-maren-robison--12810271
For a copy of The Circle, click here: https://www.amazon.com/Circle-Book-One-Sidhe/dp/1922200042]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/12810271Fri, 15 Sep 2017 13:02:02 +0000The Modern MeltdownJoin Holly as she discusses the pros and cons of the Archetype, and how to adjust them to your story. Includes a review of "The Circle" by Cindy Cipriano at the end. For a copy of The Circle, click here:...
For a copy of The Circle, click here: https://www.amazon.com/Circle-Book-One-Sidhe/dp/1922200042]]>766amediting,archetypes,characters,podcast,workfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beyond-the-words-episode-21-building-the-villain-you-love-to-hate--12853888
For a copy of Firelight of Heaven, click here: https://www.amazon.com/Firelight-Heaven-Bethloria-Lizbeth-Klein-ebook/dp/B00EVG8GFA]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/12853888Thu, 21 Sep 2017 13:58:02 +0000The Modern MeltdownJoin Holly as she talks this week about building the biggest part of your book: The antagonist. Includes a review of "Firelight of Heaven" by Lizbeth Klein at the end. For a copy of Firelight of Heaven, click here:...
For a copy of Firelight of Heaven, click here: https://www.amazon.com/Firelight-Heaven-Bethloria-Lizbeth-Klein-ebook/dp/B00EVG8GFA]]>696amwriting,antagonist,characters,effective,villainfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beyond-the-words-episode-22-dialogue-and-dialogue-tags--12917594
For a copy of The Slow Regard of Silent Things, click here: https://www.amazon.com/Regard-Silent-Things-Kingkiller-Chronicle/dp/0756411327]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/12917594Fri, 29 Sep 2017 12:52:00 +0000The Modern MeltdownJoin Holly this week as she discusses the correct use of dialogue and the tags that follow. He said, she said, indeed! Includes a review of "The Slow Regard of Silent Things" by Patrick Rothfuss at the end. For a copy of The Slow Regard of Silent...
For a copy of The Slow Regard of Silent Things, click here: https://www.amazon.com/Regard-Silent-Things-Kingkiller-Chronicle/dp/0756411327]]>569amwriting,dialogue,editing,fiction,podcastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beyond-the-words-episode-23-excessive-exposition-and-infodumping--12973644
Gifts, Glitches and Falling Stars available soon from Eternal Press.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/12973644Fri, 06 Oct 2017 12:06:06 +0000The Modern MeltdownIn this episode, we discuss the importance of Descriptive balance, and avoiding the dreaded Infodumping/Exposition traps. Includes a review of "Gifts, Glitches and Falling Stars" by Kendall Bistretzan at the end. Gifts, Glitches and Falling Stars...
Gifts, Glitches and Falling Stars available soon from Eternal Press.]]>495amwriting,editing,exposition,help,infodumpingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beyond-the-words-episode-24-finding-the-ending-to-your-series--13033376
The Night and the Land available soon from Eternal Press]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/13033376Sat, 14 Oct 2017 11:11:18 +0000The Modern MeltdownThis week, we take a quick look back, and finish the thoughts introduced in Episode 19, approaching from the other end: How do you end your series? Includes a review of "The Night and the Land" by Matt Spence at the end. The Night and the Land...
The Night and the Land available soon from Eternal Press]]>464edit,ending,help,podcast,seriesfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beyond-the-words-episode-a-transitioning-from-writing-fiction-to-non-fiction-with-maren-robison--13076083
VIsit Maren's blog here:
http://paradoxtalk.com/]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/13076083Thu, 19 Oct 2017 11:33:22 +0000The Modern MeltdownThis week, we're going to take a small deviation from our normal schedule, and close Chapter 3 with a shirt, small topic that will give you food for thought. This is a topic that you may want to consider at a later date, once you've completed all your...
VIsit Maren's blog here:
http://paradoxtalk.com/]]>675falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beyond-the-words-episode-25-the-rewrite--13216521https://api.spreaker.com/episode/13216521Wed, 01 Nov 2017 10:08:37 +0000The Modern MeltdownJoin us this week as Holly discusses how to figure out when to rewrite, and how to make the most of it.450amediting,amwriting,podcast,rewrite,seconddraftfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beyond-the-words-episode-26-finding-those-pesky-mistakes-with-carolyn-denman--13343563https://api.spreaker.com/episode/13343563Thu, 16 Nov 2017 11:12:19 +0000The Modern MeltdownJoin Holly this week as she talks to her guest Carolyn Denman about finding the mistakes in your writing, and how best to combat them. Includes a review of the upcoming book "A Black Seraphim" by Stephanie O'Hanlon at the end.1504amediting,amwriting,mistakes,podcast,reviewfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beyond-the-words-episode-27-grammar--13461463https://api.spreaker.com/episode/13461463Wed, 29 Nov 2017 11:15:46 +0000The Modern MeltdownJoin Holly as she talks about her greatest pet peeves when editing. Includes a review of A Blood Moon Rising by Stephanie O'Hanlon at the end.1325amwriting,editing,grammar,punctuationfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beyond-the-words-episode-28-worldbuilding--13853903includes a review of Confronting the Demon by Ciara Ballintyne at the end.

To purchase a copy of Confronting the Demon, click here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00FF8NY3C]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/13853903Wed, 24 Jan 2018 23:35:04 +0000The Modern MeltdownJoin Holly as she discusses the many routes to world building, and decide the best way for you. includes a review of Confronting the Demon by Ciara Ballintyne at the end. To purchase a copy of Confronting the Demon, click here:...includes a review of Confronting the Demon by Ciara Ballintyne at the end.

To purchase a copy of Confronting the Demon, click here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00FF8NY3C]]>479amwriting,demon,editing,podcast,worldbuildingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beyond-the-words-episode-b-spin-offs-with-l-l-hunter--13857855
To purchase a copy of The Chronicles of Fire and Ice, click here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KYAZKU6]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/13857855Thu, 01 Feb 2018 04:00:05 +0000The Modern MeltdownOn this small deviation from the normal path of things, follow Holly and her guest L.L. Hunter as they talk the craft of a spin-off. Includes a review of "The Chronicles of Fire and Ice" by L.L. Hunter at the end. To purchase a copy of The...
To purchase a copy of The Chronicles of Fire and Ice, click here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KYAZKU6]]>681amwriting,creation,editing,podcast,spinoff,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beyond-the-words-episode-29-my-hero-is-a-sook-help-with-matthew-soall--14017885https://api.spreaker.com/episode/14017885Sun, 11 Feb 2018 01:15:04 +0000The Modern MeltdownJoin Holly as she and her guest Matthew Soall examine the fixes needed to turn that irritating, childish hero into a knight in shining armour.2332amediting,amwriting,fantasy,fiction,podcastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beyond-the-words-episode-30-finding-a-beta-reader--14081071
To purchase The Teacher and the Astronaut, click here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B072JH55CV]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/14081071Sun, 18 Feb 2018 10:22:38 +0000The Modern MeltdownHave you ever wondered how to improve your books? Can't find someone to help? Tune into the latest episode to discover what a beta reader is, why you need one, and how to find one. Includes a review of "The Teacher and the Astronaut" by Bokerah...
To purchase The Teacher and the Astronaut, click here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B072JH55CV]]>405amediting,amwriting,beta,betareader,podcast,readerfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beyond-the-words-episode-c-relating-to-your-editor-with-nikki-andrews--14137984
To purchase a copy of Framed, click here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B015JWZHWY]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/14137984Sun, 25 Feb 2018 11:51:17 +0000The Modern MeltdownJoin Holly and her guest as they head off in one of the last diversions before we begin Chapter 5. They'll talk about editing, creating, and what to do - and not do - when talking to your editor. Includes of a review of "Framed" by Nikki Andrews at...
To purchase a copy of Framed, click here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B015JWZHWY]]>1302amediting,amwriting,editing,friends,podcast,relatingtoyoureditor,thingsauthorsdo,thingseditorsdofalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beyond-the-words-episode-31-i-ve-written-a-book-now-what-with-carly-marino--14198563
For a copy of Fallen to Grace, click here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LXM5NZ7]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/14198563Sun, 04 Mar 2018 23:19:56 +0000The Modern MeltdownJoin Holly and her guest as they talk about the publishing industry, and the decisions you have to make regarding where to go now you have a manuscript. Includes a review of "Fallen to Grace" by A.J. Flowers at the end. For a copy of Fallen to...
For a copy of Fallen to Grace, click here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LXM5NZ7]]>1457amediting,amwriting,indie-publishing,podcast,publishing,self-publishing,small-press,traditional-publishingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beyond-the-words-episode-32-beginning-the-search--14256461
You can purchase a copy of Dustrunner here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1909356220]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/14256461Sun, 11 Mar 2018 11:45:25 +0000The Modern MeltdownJoin Holly as she explores the first step in publishing: working out what publishing route to follow and finding the best publishers for you. Includes a review of "Dustrunner" by Dean F Wilson at the end. You can purchase a copy of Dustrunner...
You can purchase a copy of Dustrunner here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1909356220]]>1049amediting,amwriting,podcast,publishing,publishinghouse,submissionsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beyond-the-words-episode-33-query-letter-cover-letter-synopsis-sample--14319285
To purchase The Wonder Down Under, by by Nina Brochmann and Ellen Stokken Dahl (translated by Lucy Moffatt), click here: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06Y1YN75P]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/14319285Sun, 18 Mar 2018 09:50:39 +0000The Modern MeltdownWe're on the path to publishing! Join Holly as she runs through how to construct the 4 main parts to a publishing submission: Query letter, cover letter, synopsis, sample! To purchase The Wonder Down Under, by by Nina Brochmann and Ellen Stokken...
To purchase The Wonder Down Under, by by Nina Brochmann and Ellen Stokken Dahl (translated by Lucy Moffatt), click here: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06Y1YN75P]]>1143amwriting,coverletter,help!,publishinghouses,query,samplepages,submission,synopsisfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beyond-the-words-episode-34-dealing-with-rejection-with-clare-rhoden--14379457
To purchase a copy of The Pale, click here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B077T3G34B]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/14379457Sun, 25 Mar 2018 13:02:35 +0000The Modern MeltdownThe submissions responses are beginning to return - Help! Join Holly and her guest as they talk rejection and the best strategies to get back in the saddle. Includes a review of "The Pale" by Clare Rhoden at the end. To purchase a copy of The...
To purchase a copy of The Pale, click here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B077T3G34B]]>1064amwriting,help,press,publishing,rejection,small,smallpresspublishing,submissions,traditionalpublishing,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beyond-the-words-episode-35-self-publishing-is-it-worth-it-with-jodie-pierce--14434861
To purchase a copy of Vampire in Brazil, click here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B018PCOLJU]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/14434861Sun, 01 Apr 2018 14:26:50 +0000The Modern MeltdownJoin Holly and her guest as they talk the pros and cons of self-publishing your baby. Time, money and patience all play a part! Includes a review of "Vampire in Brazil", by Jodie Pierce, at the end. To purchase a copy of Vampire in Brazil, click...
To purchase a copy of Vampire in Brazil, click here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B018PCOLJU]]>1356amformatting,amwriting,blurb,cover,editing,formatting,self-publishing,traditionalpublishing,workingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beyond-the-words-episode-36-covers-and-blurbs--14485329
To purchase a copy of Scarab, click here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07967LQXY]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/14485329Sun, 08 Apr 2018 13:28:56 +0000The Modern MeltdownJoin Holly as she gives a rundown on what to do, and what not to do, when it comes to creating your cover and blurb. Includes a review of "Scarab: Falling Through Time" by Helen Allan, at the end. To purchase a copy of Scarab, click here:...
To purchase a copy of Scarab, click here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07967LQXY]]>1167amwriting,blurb,cover,finaltouches,finishing,publishers,smallpress,traditionalfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beyond-the-words-episode-37-amazon-and-other-self-publishing-tools-with-kevin-tumlinson--14598394
To purchase a copy of The Coelho Medallion, click here: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01FEMX6PO/]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/14598394Sun, 22 Apr 2018 08:18:00 +0000The Modern MeltdownJoin Holly as she goes over the pros and cons of the internet's leading book publishing platforms. Includes a review of "The Coelho Medallion" by Kevin Tumlinson at the end. To purchase a copy of The Coelho Medallion, click here:...
To purchase a copy of The Coelho Medallion, click here: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01FEMX6PO/]]>1808amazon,amediting,ampublishing,emwriting,kobo,marketing,nook,podcast,self-publishing,uploadfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beyond-the-words-episode-38-book-review-with-b-lynn-goodwin--14659803
To purchase a copy of Never Too Late, click here (don't forget to review!): https://www.amazon.com/dp/B077ZK468Y]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/14659803Sun, 29 Apr 2018 10:40:41 +0000The Modern MeltdownJoin Holly as she discusses one of the two most important marketing tools in an author's box: getting reviews for your book. Includes a review of "Never Too Late" by B. Lynn Goodwin at the end. To purchase a copy of Never Too Late, click here...
To purchase a copy of Never Too Late, click here (don't forget to review!): https://www.amazon.com/dp/B077ZK468Y]]>1662author,book,help,podcast,promotion,publishing,reviews,seriesfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beyond-the-words-episode-39-bad-reviews-with-laurie-forest--14717833
To purchase a copy of The Black Witch, click here: https://www.amazon.com/Black-Witch-Chronicles-ebook/dp/B06VST8NHX]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/14717833Sun, 06 May 2018 10:13:46 +0000The Modern MeltdownJoin Holly and her guest as they examine a case of mistaken reviews, and discuss coping with bad reviews. Includes a review of "The Black Witch", by Laurie Forest at the end. To purchase a copy of The Black Witch, click here:...
To purchase a copy of The Black Witch, click here: https://www.amazon.com/Black-Witch-Chronicles-ebook/dp/B06VST8NHX]]>1056amediting,amreading,amreviewing,amwriting,author,fantasy,interview,podcast,readandreview,reviews,reviewsgonebadfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beyond-the-words-episode-40-writing-to-feedback-with-jason-franks--14781424
To purchase a copy of Faerie Apocalypse, click here: https://www.amazon.com/Faerie-Apocalypse-Jason-Franks-ebook/dp/B0789FGYFM/]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/14781424Sun, 13 May 2018 11:27:53 +0000The Modern MeltdownJoin Holly as she and her guest discuss the merits of building your next book on the mistakes of the past. Includes a review of "Faerie Apocolypse" by Jason Franks at the end. To purchase a copy of Faerie Apocalypse, click here:...
To purchase a copy of Faerie Apocalypse, click here: https://www.amazon.com/Faerie-Apocalypse-Jason-Franks-ebook/dp/B0789FGYFM/]]>1735amwriting,comparison,development,editing,gettingbetter,growth,podcast,rewriting,thebestthingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beyond-the-words-episode-41-life-after-publishing-with-mirren-hogan--14838710
To purchase a copy of Crimson Fire, click here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0716MVQ3F]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/14838710Sun, 20 May 2018 09:59:04 +0000The Modern MeltdownJoin Holly and her guest as they celebrate the contract and face the daunting prospect of life after publishing - where the work has only just begun! Includes a review of "Crimson Fire" by Mirren Hogan at the end. To purchase a copy of Crimson...
To purchase a copy of Crimson Fire, click here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0716MVQ3F]]>1040amwriting,contract,lifeafterpublishing,nowwhat,podcast,publishingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beyond-the-words-episode-42-promotional-basics-with-angela-page--14899549
To purchase a copy of Matched in Heaven, click here: https://www.amazon.com/Matched-Heaven-Angela-Page/dp/0998990191]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/14899549Sun, 27 May 2018 14:47:50 +0000The Modern MeltdownJoin Holly and her guest as they begin the journey to promoting your book: The basics. Includes a review of "Matched in Heaven", by Angela Page, at the end. To purchase a copy of Matched in Heaven, click here:...
To purchase a copy of Matched in Heaven, click here: https://www.amazon.com/Matched-Heaven-Angela-Page/dp/0998990191]]>1276advertising,hownottobeannoying,podcast,promotion,public,publishing,talkingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beyond-the-words-episode-43-paying-for-promotion-yay-or-nay-with-alan-baxter--14958963
To purchase a copy of Obsidian, click here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00JIDE4TS]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/14958963Sun, 03 Jun 2018 12:42:17 +0000The Modern MeltdownJoin Holly and her guest as they discuss the best marketing, and highlight the good and bad parts of paying for promotion. Includes a review of "Obsidian", by Alan Baxter, at the end. To purchase a copy of Obsidian, click here:...
To purchase a copy of Obsidian, click here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00JIDE4TS]]>1184amwriting,cheap,free,money,padi,podcast,promotion,publishing,return,royalties,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beyond-the-words-episode-d-bestseller-lists--15011288https://api.spreaker.com/episode/15011288Sun, 10 Jun 2018 13:24:26 +0000The Modern MeltdownWe take another small aside as we contemplate bestseller lists, and what you have to do to get on them. Is it worth it? Listen in and find out.837best,bestselling,bias,confirmation,conservative,editorial,left,liberal,newyorktimes,podcast,politics,publishing,right,selling,traditionalfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beyond-the-words-episode-44-marketing-in-the-modern-world-with-isobel-blackthorn--15119470
To purchase a copy of The Drago Tree, click here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07DBMBBFD/]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/15119470Sun, 24 Jun 2018 12:04:26 +0000The Modern MeltdownJoin Holly and her guest as they discuss promotion in a modern world, and give you the groundwork for a marketing plan you can enjoy. Includes a review of "The Drago Tree" by Isobel Blackthorne at the end. To purchase a copy of The Drago Tree,...
To purchase a copy of The Drago Tree, click here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07DBMBBFD/]]>1898ads,advertising,amwriting,book,editing,facebook,instagram,marketing,media,publishing,social,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beyond-the-words-episode-45-the-art-of-the-marketing-giveaway-with-russell-nohelty--15169117
To purchase a copy of Ichabod Jones: Monster Hunter, click here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01K14ZBIK/]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/15169117Sun, 01 Jul 2018 11:29:43 +0000The Modern MeltdownJoin Holly and her guest as they discuss the finer points of one of the best attention-grabbing tools you have in your arsenal: The Giveaway. Includes a review of "Ichabod Jones: Monster Hunter" by Russell Nohelty, at the end. To purchase a copy...
To purchase a copy of Ichabod Jones: Monster Hunter, click here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01K14ZBIK/]]>1750book,free,giveaway,podcast,promoting,promotion,publishing,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beyond-the-words-episode-46-mailing-lists-with-andre-gonzalez--15213813
To purchase a copy of Insanity, please click here:https://www.amazon.com/Insanity-Book-1-Andre-Gonzalez-ebook/dp/B075SPHS69]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/15213813Sun, 08 Jul 2018 12:02:55 +0000The Modern MeltdownJoin Holly and her guest as they discuss the best mailing list provider services, what to put in your newsletter, and how to stop people pressing the 'Unsubscribe' button. Includes a review of "Insanity" by Andre Gonzalez at the end. To purchase a...
To purchase a copy of Insanity, please click here:https://www.amazon.com/Insanity-Book-1-Andre-Gonzalez-ebook/dp/B075SPHS69]]>1728book,email,free,giveaway,kingsumo,list,mailchimp,mailing,malelite,newsletter,podcast,rafflecopter,subscriberfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beyond-the-words-episode-47-physical-vs-online-sales-with-kathryn-berryman--15259782
To purchase a copy of The Circuit, click here: https://www.amazon.com/Circuit-Complete-Rhett-C-Bruno-ebook/dp/B076QJGLSD]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/15259782Sun, 15 Jul 2018 13:23:45 +0000The Modern MeltdownJoin Holly and her returning guest as they discuss the differences between generating sales online and in person. Includes a review of "The Circuit " series by Rhett C. Bruno at the end. To purchase a copy of The Circuit, click here:...
To purchase a copy of The Circuit, click here: https://www.amazon.com/Circuit-Complete-Rhett-C-Bruno-ebook/dp/B076QJGLSD]]>1485free,hashtags,money,podcast,promotion,truthfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beyond-the-words-episode-e-dealing-with-pirates--15304962https://api.spreaker.com/episode/15304962Sun, 22 Jul 2018 11:35:45 +0000The Modern MeltdownWhat's worse than a pirate? A whole community of them. This episode is designed as a step-by-step on how to get your books off pirate sites, and learning to live with the swashbucklers. Arr.726books,copyright,help,illegal,industry,law,movies,music,pirates,tvfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beyond-the-words-episode-48-book-tours-and-author-appearances--15351905https://api.spreaker.com/episode/15351905Sun, 29 Jul 2018 11:41:16 +0000The Modern MeltdownJoin Holly as she walks you through one of the most time-honoured part of promoting your book: A book tour!815amwriting,blog,book,cheap,expensive,free,guest,paid,post,promotion,publishing,speaking,time-consuming,timetable,tourfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beyond-the-words-episode-49-the-dreaded-convention-with-rachel-nightingale--15424851
To purchase a copy of Harlequin's Riddle, click here: https://www.amazon.com/Harlequins-Riddle-Tales-Rachel-Nightingale-ebook/dp/B07CH9MHXH]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/15424851Sun, 05 Aug 2018 14:50:14 +0000The Modern MeltdownJoin Holly and her guest as they discuss preparing for, attending, and winding down from author appearances and guest spotting at conventions! Includes a review of "Harlequin's Riddle" by Rachel Nightingale at the end.  To purchase a copy of...
To purchase a copy of Harlequin's Riddle, click here: https://www.amazon.com/Harlequins-Riddle-Tales-Rachel-Nightingale-ebook/dp/B07CH9MHXH]]>2132convention,free,harlequin,hydrate,notfree,paid,poster,prep,preperation,promotion,signage,tablefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beyond-the-words-episode-50-crowdfunded-publishing-with-jacqui-castle--15475232
The Seclusion will be released in early September, 2018.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/15475232Sun, 12 Aug 2018 12:22:36 +0000The Modern MeltdownJoin Holly and her guest as they discuss the motivations and benefits of publishing your book with the help of the internet's greatest source of income: crowdfunding. Includes a review of "The Seclusion" by Jacqui Castle at the end. The Seclusion...
The Seclusion will be released in early September, 2018.]]>1475crowdfunding,financial,inkshares,kickstarter,patreon,promotion,promotional,publishing,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beyond-the-words-episode-f-fundraising-your-project--15512061
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See you Sunday!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/15512061Fri, 17 Aug 2018 12:08:43 +0000The Modern MeltdownEvery member of Beyond the Words has a full-time job to balance around our show, but we do it because we love it, and because we love all of you. However, now that Beyond the Words has reached 50 episodes, we think it’s time to start doing what all...
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See you Sunday!]]>147bringoutyourdeadwellhavethem,free,fundraising,gofundme,guests,hearmenow,hosting,listeners,paid,podcast,prettyplease,publication,subscribersfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beyond-the-words-episode-51-supporting-the-indie-scene-with-naomi-eccles-smith--15523387
To purchase a copy of Kin Seeker, click here: https://www.amazon.com/Kin-Seeker-Fantasy-Adventure-Calling-ebook/dp/B00EP7E7HQ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/15523387Sun, 19 Aug 2018 10:00:15 +0000The Modern MeltdownOn this week's show, join Holly and her guest as they talk about the Indie (independant) Scene, and how you can get out and support them - sometimes without spending a cent! Includes a review of "Kin Seeker"by Naomi Eccles-Smith, at the end.  To...
To purchase a copy of Kin Seeker, click here: https://www.amazon.com/Kin-Seeker-Fantasy-Adventure-Calling-ebook/dp/B00EP7E7HQ]]>2316amazon,free,independent,indie,paid,promoting,publishing,recommendations,reviews,support,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beyond-the-words-episode-52-psychology-in-fiction-with-darian-smith--15571533
To purchase a copy of Kalanon's Rising, click here: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01LWZOTWS/]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/15571533Sun, 26 Aug 2018 12:35:01 +0000The Modern MeltdownJoin Holly and her guest as they explore the psychological reactions readers have to certain elements of a book, and the best way to elicit those responses. Includes a review of "Kalanon's Rising", by Darian Smith, at the end. To purchase a copy...
To purchase a copy of Kalanon's Rising, click here: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01LWZOTWS/]]>1490archetypes,breaking,cliches,fantasy,fiction,free,promoting,psychology,publishing,scifi,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beyond-the-words-episode-53-music-and-fiction--15624265
To purchase a copy of The Brothers of Darkness and Light, click here: https://www.amazon.com.au/Brothers-Darkness-Light-Jeff-Thomson/dp/1452511942]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/15624265Sun, 02 Sep 2018 12:35:32 +0000The Modern MeltdownJoin Holly as she discusses the difference between music and fiction, and the complicated history of the two. Includes a review of "The Brothers of Darkness and Light" by Jeff Thomson at the end. To purchase a copy of The Brothers of Darkness and...
To purchase a copy of The Brothers of Darkness and Light, click here: https://www.amazon.com.au/Brothers-Darkness-Light-Jeff-Thomson/dp/1452511942]]>1114beat,books,free,listening,music,plays,podcast,poems,promotion,publishing,reading,songs,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beyond-the-words-episode-54-adapting-your-work--15675200https://api.spreaker.com/episode/15675200Sun, 09 Sep 2018 11:20:54 +0000The Modern MeltdownFor the second-to-last episode of the series, we begin looking at the adaption of your work, focusing on book to comic, though touching on other forms as well.828adaption,audio,bestselling,comic,movie,novel,play,promotion,publishing,radioplay,series,tvshow,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beyond-the-words-epilogue--15729171
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I would like to say a sincere thank you to everyone who subscribed to the series, listened to or even just downloaded a single episode over the last 19 months of the podcast's existence. I also extend a thank you to every guest, whether their interview made it to air or not, and their followers for joining us on the ride. It was wild.

Stay subscribed to hear news of the new Beyond the Words Project, coming out sometime in the next few months (We're aiming for before Christmas!)

If you have any questions, concerns or issues, or you want to talk about your writing, please feel free to contact me at The Modern Meltdown Facebook page, here: https://www.facebook.com/TheModernMeltdown

Until then, stay safe, and keep on writing.

~ Holly Hunt
Author of:

DARK URBAN FANTASY:
The Devil's Wife: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06Y635Y5Q
The Inuit Nightmare: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06Y62YJSB/

SWORD & SORCERY FANTASY:
Scale and Feather: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009K5DDYG/
The Tyrant of Tarsit: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00C4NU46G/

THRILLER/HORROR:
Blood Moon: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0087QFMA2/
The Holiday Killer: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01910O6I6

COMIC:
The Battle of the Blood Moon (Graphic Novel): https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B078H971BM/

EROTICA:
Blood Lovers: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004VGY44W/
Dust to Dust: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00K7KVOF8/
Cleaning Up: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00EY29IVW/

Plus assorted short stories and novellas.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/15729171Sun, 16 Sep 2018 09:25:17 +0000The Modern MeltdownIn this episode, join Holly and her guest interviewer as they discuss the end of an era (3 years of work!) and the next step for the podcast. Don't cry for us, for we are already moving onto the next podcast series! Stay tuned (and subscribed) for...
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I would like to say a sincere thank you to everyone who subscribed to the series, listened to or even just downloaded a single episode over the last 19 months of the podcast's existence. I also extend a thank you to every guest, whether their interview made it to air or not, and their followers for joining us on the ride. It was wild.

Stay subscribed to hear news of the new Beyond the Words Project, coming out sometime in the next few months (We're aiming for before Christmas!)

If you have any questions, concerns or issues, or you want to talk about your writing, please feel free to contact me at The Modern Meltdown Facebook page, here: https://www.facebook.com/TheModernMeltdown

Until then, stay safe, and keep on writing.

~ Holly Hunt
Author of:

DARK URBAN FANTASY:
The Devil's Wife: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06Y635Y5Q
The Inuit Nightmare: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06Y62YJSB/

SWORD & SORCERY FANTASY:
Scale and Feather: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009K5DDYG/
The Tyrant of Tarsit: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00C4NU46G/

THRILLER/HORROR:
Blood Moon: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0087QFMA2/
The Holiday Killer: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01910O6I6

COMIC:
The Battle of the Blood Moon (Graphic Novel): https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B078H971BM/

EROTICA:
Blood Lovers: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004VGY44W/
Dust to Dust: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00K7KVOF8/
Cleaning Up: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00EY29IVW/

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