en http://acfuller.com Books. Podcast. Blog. Writing Resources. Sun, 08 Mar 2015 22:16:04 +0000 en-US hourly 1 The WRITER 2.0 Podcast is a weekly show hosted by A.C. Fuller. Featuring interviews with authors, screenwriters, journalists, and publishing experts, the show will illuminate the writing process, explore the publishing industry, and discuss excellent books. New episodes are released every Wednesday. About the Host: A.C. Fuller is a former adjunct professor of journalism at NYU. His non-fiction has been featured in the Poughkeepsie Journal and New York Newsday; his fiction in Cracked Eye Magazine. The prologue to his writing book in progress—WRITER 2.0—won the 2014 San Francisco Writers Contest, non-fiction category. His debut novel, THE ANONYMOUS SOURCE, will be published by Booktrope in June of 2015. For more information: www.acfuller.com. A.C. Fuller no A.C. Fuller podcast@acfuller.com podcast@acfuller.com (A.C. Fuller) A.C. Fuller Write faster. Write better. Have more fun. http://acfuller.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/Writer_Itunes-Logo.jpg http://acfuller.com TV-PG Every Wednesday http://acfuller.com/the-voice-of-the-seahawks-steve-raible-episode-30-2/ Sat, 07 Mar 2015 18:15:58 +0000 http://acfuller.com/?p=1388 http://acfuller.com/the-voice-of-the-seahawks-steve-raible-episode-30-2/#comments A.C. Fuller In this special Saturday episode of the show, I spoke with Steve Raible, winner of numerous Regional Emmys, former Seattle Seahawk, and co-author of the book TALES FROM THE SEATTLE SEAHAWKS SIDELINE. We discussed: the early days of the NFL Draft; his transition from Seahawks wide receiver to Emmy-winning news anchor; what TV viewers don’t understand about the… http://acfuller.com/the-voice-of-the-seahawks-steve-raible-episode-30-2/feed/ 0 In this special Saturday episode of the show, I spoke with Steve Raible, winner of numerous Regional Emmys, former Seattle Seahawk, and co-author of the book TALES FROM THE SEATTLE SEAHAWKS SIDELINE. - We discussed: - In this special Saturday episode of the show, I spoke with Steve Raible, winner of numerous Regional Emmys, former Seattle Seahawk, and co-author of the book TALES FROM THE SEATTLE SEAHAWKS SIDELINE (http://www.amazon.com/Tales-Seattle-Seahawks-Sideline-Collection/dp/1613212291/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1425750820&sr=8-1&keywords=tales+from+the+seattle+seahawks). We discussed: * the early days of the NFL Draft; * his transition from Seahawks wide receiver to Emmy-winning news anchor; * what TV viewers don’t understand about the newsroom; * why so many people love sports; * which of his most famous calls he’d like to do over; * his favorite stories from his book: TALES FROM THE SEATTLE SEAHAWKS SIDELINE (http://www.amazon.com/Tales-Seattle-Seahawks-Sideline-Collection/dp/1613212291/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1425750820&sr=8-1&keywords=tales+from+the+seattle+seahawks). About Our Guest: (http://acfuller.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/steve_raible_5x7.jpg)Recognized as one of the premier news anchors in the Pacific Northwest, Steve Raible co-anchors KIRO 7 Eyewitness News at 5 p.m. and 11 p.m. Monday through Friday alongside Monique Ming Laven, Angela Russell and chief meteorologist Sam Argier. Steve was honored as the 2010 Silver Circle Inductee by the Northwest Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences. See video honoring Steve (http://www.kirotv.com/video/23804054/index.html) | See Steve's acceptance speech (http://www.kirotv.com/video/23807677/index.html). Steve has been awarded five Regional Emmy Awards, including two for “Best Anchor” and twice was a KIRO 7 Eyewitness News team recipient of the National Edward R. Murrow Award for Overall Excellence. He was also honored nationally as part of the KIRO 7 Eyewitness News team with the Columbia University-Alfred I. duPont Award for overall excellence in television broadcasting for the groundbreaking documentary Why the Orcas of Puget Sound are Dying. Steve joined KIRO 7 in 1982, following a six-year career as a wide receiver for the Seattle Seahawks. He has reported stories from Tokyo to Moscow and has covered Olympic Games and presidential campaigns. Steve is the voice of KIRO 7’s extensive Seafair hydroplane and air show coverage. For nearly three decades he's been a member of the Seattle Seahawks radio broadcast team, taking over the play-by-play duties in 2004. He became a published co-author in 2004 with his book, Steve Raible’s Tales from the Seahawks Sidelines. Steve is one of the Northwest’s favorite master of ceremonies and dedicates his time and talents to support many agencies including Big Brothers Big Sisters, Children’s Home Society of Washington, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, Gilda's Club Seattle, The Lupus Foundation, The Moyer Foundation, Seattle Children's, Wellspring Family Services and other Seattle-area non-profit organizations. On May 4, 2005, Steve was the recipient of the first Community Hero Award from the Washington Dollars for Scholars program. Governor Christine Gregoire also proclaimed May 4 as Steve Raible Day in the state of Washington. In 2004, Steve and his wife Sharon received the Distinguished Community Service Award from the Grace Heffernan Arnold Guild of Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center. In 2007, Steve and Sharon were honored by the Center for their many years of support and service. He has twice been honored with the United Way Community Service Award for his dedication to the Pacific Northwest. In 2000, he was named Outstanding Role Model by Big Brothers Big Sisters and is the 2001 recipient of the prestigious NCAA Silver Anniversary Award. Steve and Sharon live in Seattle and he spends his leisure time tending to their menagerie of pets. A.C. Fuller no 39:49 no http://acfuller.com/cookbook-author-paula-marie-coomer-episode-29-2/ Thu, 05 Mar 2015 02:29:40 +0000 http://acfuller.com/?p=1379 http://acfuller.com/cookbook-author-paula-marie-coomer-episode-29-2/#comments A.C. Fuller On episode 29 of the show, I spoke with novelist, poet, and cookbook author Paula Marie Coomer. We discussed: how she reluctantly became a cookbook author the process of putting together a cookbook how food photographs can trick us the rise of gluten free options and why all her baked recipes are gluten free her… http://acfuller.com/cookbook-author-paula-marie-coomer-episode-29-2/feed/ 0 On episode 29 of the show, I spoke with novelist, poet, and cookbook author Paula Marie Coomer. We discussed: how she reluctantly became a cookbook author the process of putting together a cookbook how food photographs can trick us On episode 29 of the show, I spoke with novelist, poet, and cookbook author Paula Marie Coomer (http://www.paulamariecoomer.com/). We discussed: * how she reluctantly became a cookbook author * the process of putting together a cookbook * how food photographs can trick us * the rise of gluten free options and why all her baked recipes are gluten free * her Day at the Beach Cocktail or, as I dubbed it, The Enlightened Margarita (recipe is here (http://www.paulamariecoomer.com/supermania-bowl-recipes/), scroll down) * her new book BLUE MOON VEGAN. For lots of free recipes, check out Paula's site (http://www.paulamariecoomer.com/). Plus, on Today in Writing: the birthday of James Ellroy. About our Guest: (http://acfuller.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/coomer-2012-photo-1-300x200.jpg)Paula Marie Coomer is an artist, poet, novelist, essayist, cookbook author, and a writer of innovative short stories. The daughter of many generations of Kentucky mountain people, she lived most of her childhood in the industrial Ohio River town of New Albany, Indiana, dreaming of New York City and the glamour of the creative—art, literature, the theatre. A vision gleaned from the pages of magazines and catalogs. It took 20 more years, several treks across the continent, a family, and a career in nursing before stories and poems began making their way to the page. Coomer's work has appeared in many journals, anthologies, and publications, most recently Perceptions, Spilt Infinitive, and forthcoming in the anthology, Teaching as a Human Experience, to be released by Cambridge Scholars Publishing. Additionally, she is the author of six books including Blue Moon Vegan, Blue Moon Vegetarian, Dove Creek, and Nurses Who Love English. A new novel, Jagged Edge of the Sky, is scheduled for a 2015 release from Booktrope. An early 2016 release is planned for Blue Moon Medicine Woman, a collection of meditative essays on the healing nature of various herbs, plants, and spices. Coomer lives with her husband, Phil, near the mouth of Hell's Canyon in southeast Washington State, where she teaches writing and organizes writing retreats and workshops, and is at work on a third novel. A.C. Fuller no 39:20 no http://acfuller.com/episode-29-horror-author-nathan-ballingrud-2/ Wed, 25 Feb 2015 17:10:03 +0000 http://acfuller.com/?p=1309 http://acfuller.com/episode-29-horror-author-nathan-ballingrud-2/#comments A.C. Fuller On episode 28 of the show, I spoke with horror author Nathan Ballingrud, whose debut collection of short fiction, NORTH AMERICAN LAKE MONSTERS, won the Shirley Jackson award and was shortlisted for the World Fantasy, British Fantasy, and Bram Stoker awards. In the interview, we discussed: how horror can be the “devil’s advocate of literature”; living… http://acfuller.com/episode-29-horror-author-nathan-ballingrud-2/feed/ 0 On episode 28 of the show, I spoke with horror author Nathan Ballingrud, whose debut collection of short fiction, NORTH AMERICAN LAKE MONSTERS, won the Shirley Jackson award and was shortlisted for the World Fantasy, British Fantasy, On episode 28 of the show, I spoke with horror author Nathan Ballingrud, whose debut collection of short fiction, NORTH AMERICAN LAKE MONSTERS, won the Shirley Jackson award and was shortlisted for the World Fantasy, British Fantasy, and Bram Stoker awards. In the interview, we discussed: * how horror can be the “devil’s advocate of literature”; * living in New Orleans; * being a single dad; * his new novella, THE VISIBLE FILTH; * the classic story, THE MONKEY’S PAW; * the subtle anxiety the accompanies cell phone ownership. About our Guest: (http://acfuller.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/photo-on-2010-05-28-at-09-361-300x225.jpg)Nathan Ballingrud (https://nathanballingrud.wordpress.com/about/) is an American writer of horror and dark fantasy. His first book, the short story collection North American Lake Monsters, was published in 2013 by Small Beer Press to great acclaim, including winning the Shirley Jackson Award and being shortlisted for the World Fantasy, British Fantasy, and Bram Stoker awards. He lives in Asheville, NC, with his daughter. A.C. Fuller no 46:10 no http://acfuller.com/mystery-author-mark-stevens/ Wed, 18 Feb 2015 21:51:01 +0000 http://acfuller.com/?p=1298 http://acfuller.com/mystery-author-mark-stevens/#comments A.C. Fuller On episode 27 of the WRITER 2.0 Podcast, I spoke with the author of Allison Coil mystery series, Mark Stevens. In the interview, we discussed: the Brian Williams controversy; the retirement of Jon Stewart and the future of journalism; why humans love mysteries; his long and winding 23-year path to publication; getting betrayed by a… http://acfuller.com/mystery-author-mark-stevens/feed/ 0 On episode 27 of the WRITER 2.0 Podcast, I spoke with the author of Allison Coil mystery series, Mark Stevens. In the interview, we discussed: the Brian Williams controversy; the retirement of Jon Stewart and the future of journalism; On episode 27 of the WRITER 2.0 Podcast, I spoke with the author of Allison Coil mystery series, Mark Stevens (http://www.writermarkstevens.com/). In the interview, we discussed: the Brian Williams controversy; the retirement of Jon Stewart and the future of journalism; why humans love mysteries; his long and winding 23-year path to publication; getting betrayed by a literary agent; how and why he does dozens of in-person events and book signings; the latest in the Allison Coil mystery series, TRAPLINE (http://www.amazon.com/Trapline-Allison-Coil-Mystery-Stevens/dp/0738741647/ref=sr_1_sc_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1424295182&sr=1-1-spell&keywords=trapline+mark+steves). Plus, on Today in Writing: the anniversary of The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. And if you're interested in exploring the work of Mark's friend, the late Gary Reilly, check out http://theasphaltwarrior.com. (http://theasphaltwarrior.com.) About the author: (http://acfuller.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/3399975.jpg)The son of two librarians, Mark Stevens (http://www.writermarkstevens.com/)was raised in Lincoln, Massachusetts. He graduated from Lincoln-Sudbury Regional High School in the suburbs of Boston and from Principia College in Illinois. He worked as a reporter for The Christian Science Monitor in Boston and Los Angeles; as a City Hall reporter for The Rocky Mountain News in Denver;  as a national field producer for The MacNeil/Lehrer NewsHour (PBS) and as an education reporter for The Denver Post.  After journalism, he worked in school public relations before starting his own public relations and strategic communications business.  He lives in Denver with his wife and has two grown daughters. A.C. Fuller no 1:01:20 no http://acfuller.com/episode-26-will-north-the-most-successful-author-youve-never-heard-of/ Sun, 15 Feb 2015 04:42:04 +0000 http://acfuller.com/?p=1287 http://acfuller.com/episode-26-will-north-the-most-successful-author-youve-never-heard-of/#comments A.C. Fuller On Episode 26 of the WRITER 2.0 Podcast, I spoke with Will North, who jokingly calls himself “the most successful author you’ve never heard of.” And he may be right. In the interview, we talk about his long career, including: his very short stint as a journalist; working in the Carter administration; ghostwriting books for Al Gore… http://acfuller.com/episode-26-will-north-the-most-successful-author-youve-never-heard-of/feed/ 0 On Episode 26 of the WRITER 2.0 Podcast, I spoke with Will North, who jokingly calls himself "the most successful author you've never heard of." And he may be right. In the interview, we talk about his long career, including: - On Episode 26 of the WRITER 2.0 Podcast, I spoke with Will North, who jokingly calls himself "the most successful author you've never heard of." And he may be right. In the interview, we talk about his long career, including: * his very short stint as a journalist; * working in the Carter administration; * ghostwriting books for Al Gore and Bill Clinton; * why Bill Clinton is a "dreadful" writer; * the worst experiences he's had with major publishers; * and his new mystery, HARM NONE (http://www.amazon.com/Harm-None-Davies-West-Mystery-ebook/dp/B00M7VTWRW). About Our Guest: (http://acfuller.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Will-North-Photo-cropped-189x300.jpg)Will North is an international, award-winning author who jokingly calls himself "the most successful author you've never heard of." For many years, he made his living as a “ghostwriter” for people like Bill Clinton, Al Gore, several famous mountaineers, a team of dinosaur hunters, and others. Harm None, as well as his first three novels: The Long Walk Home; Water, Stone, Heart; and Seasons' End are available through Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and iTunes. You can find will on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/willnorthauthor (https://www.facebook.com/willnorthauthor), on Twitter @WillNorthAuthor, and on his blog at www.willnorthonline.com. Will lives in the Seattle area, and is available for interviews. A.C. Fuller no 44:55 no http://acfuller.com/episode-25-reporter-and-author-julia-park-tracey-2/ Wed, 04 Feb 2015 17:53:13 +0000 http://acfuller.com/?p=1272 http://acfuller.com/episode-25-reporter-and-author-julia-park-tracey-2/#comments A.C. Fuller On Episode 25 of the WRITER 2.0 Podcast, I spoke with poet, reporter, and novelist Julia Park Tracey. In a wide ranging discussion, we touched on: writing lyrics for an 80s metal band; whether she really got heckled in French at a book reading at a Mexican restaurant; what it was like working with self-publishing giant, iUniverse;… http://acfuller.com/episode-25-reporter-and-author-julia-park-tracey-2/feed/ 1 On Episode 25 of the WRITER 2.0 Podcast, I spoke with poet, reporter, and novelist Julia Park Tracey. - In a wide ranging discussion, we touched on: writing lyrics for an 80s metal band; whether she really got heckled in French at a book reading... On Episode 25 of the WRITER 2.0 Podcast, I spoke with poet, reporter, and novelist Julia Park Tracey. In a wide ranging discussion, we touched on: * writing lyrics for an 80s metal band; * whether she really got heckled in French at a book reading at a Mexican restaurant; * what it was like working with self-publishing giant, iUniverse; * her new novel, Veronika Layne Gets the Scoop (http://www.amazon.com/Veronika-Layne-Scoop-Press-Series-ebook/dp/B00OZ7I21I); * the stipend she gets for being the poet laureate of Alameda, CA (spoiler alert: it’s $0); * wardrobe malfunctions at readings; * the decision that sparked her career as a writer. Plus, on Today in Writing: After 50 years, a new novel from Harper Lee. And, in a special "Today in NOT Writing" segment, sci-fi/fantasy author Raven Oak (http://www.ravenoak.net/) shares a terrible, horrible, no good, very bad day. About Our Guest: (http://acfuller.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/lowres-3-199x300-199x300.jpg)Julia Park Tracey (http://www.juliaparktracey.com) is an award-winning journalist, author, and blogger. She is the author of Veronika Layne Gets the Scoop (http://www.amazon.com/Veronika-Layne-Scoop-Press-Series-ebook/dp/B00OZ7I21I)and the forthcoming Veronika Layne Has a Nose for News. She is the Poet Laureate of Alameda, California. She's also the conservatrix of The Doris Diaries, the diaries of her great-aunt Doris Bailey Murphy. Her articles have appeared in Thrillist, Quill, San Francisco Chronicle, and in many magazines; her latest literary work appears in Sugared Water. A.C. Fuller no 54:18 no http://acfuller.com/episode-24-freelancing-genius-jason-brick-2/ Wed, 28 Jan 2015 15:32:14 +0000 http://acfuller.com/?p=1255 http://acfuller.com/episode-24-freelancing-genius-jason-brick-2/#comments A.C. Fuller On episode 24 of the WRITER 2.0 Podcast I talked all about the life of a freelance writer with author and freelancer Jason Brick. If you’re interested in making actual money with your writing, this is a great place to start. In the interview, we discussed: how he built a life as a full-time freelance writer; how… http://acfuller.com/episode-24-freelancing-genius-jason-brick-2/feed/ 0 On episode 24 of the WRITER 2.0 Podcast I talked all about the life of a freelance writer with author and freelancer Jason Brick. If you're interested in making actual money with your writing, this is a great place to start. In the interview, On episode 24 of the WRITER 2.0 Podcast I talked all about the life of a freelance writer with author and freelancer Jason Brick (http://www.brickcommajason.com). If you're interested in making actual money with your writing, this is a great place to start. In the interview, we discussed: how he built a life as a full-time freelance writer; how he got a gig helping a former madame write her memoir; the greatest misconception he had about freelance work; three habits of highly profitable freelance writers; what the food is like in Malaysia; why freelance writers should attend conferences not about writing; specific ideas for building a freelance writing business. Plus, on Today in Writing, the anniversary of Jane Austen's PRIDE AND PREJUDICE. About our guest: Jason (http://acfuller.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/imgres.jpg)Brick speaks internationally to writers about business, and to business owners about writing and came to this after spending 10 years in small business management and ownership. His best-selling books cover topics from writing for a living to being stupid and drunk in the presence of attractive women. When not writing or speaking, he cooks, practices martial arts and plays tabletop games. He lives in Malaysia with his wife and two sons.   A.C. Fuller no 40:06 no http://acfuller.com/episode-23-sarah-stodola-on-the-processes-of-great-authors-2/ Wed, 21 Jan 2015 18:26:34 +0000 http://acfuller.com/?p=1248 http://acfuller.com/episode-23-sarah-stodola-on-the-processes-of-great-authors-2/#comments A.C. Fuller On episode 23 of the WRITER 2.0 Podcast I spoke with Sarah Stodola about her new book, PROCESS: THE WRITING LIVES OF GREAT AUTHORS, which can be found here. In the interview, we discussed: whether Hemingway really wrote drunk and edited sober; which famous authors still have Internet binges; why Toni Morrison got started writing so late; whether… http://acfuller.com/episode-23-sarah-stodola-on-the-processes-of-great-authors-2/feed/ 0 On episode 23 of the WRITER 2.0 Podcast I spoke with Sarah Stodola about her new book, PROCESS: THE WRITING LIVES OF GREAT AUTHORS, which can be found here. - In the interview, we discussed: whether Hemingway really wrote drunk and edited sober; On episode 23 of the WRITER 2.0 Podcast I spoke with Sarah Stodola about her new book, PROCESS: THE WRITING LIVES OF GREAT AUTHORS, which can be found here (http://www.amazon.com/Process-Writing-Lives-Great-Authors/dp/1477801081?tag=vig-20). In the interview, we discussed: * whether Hemingway really wrote drunk and edited sober; * which famous authors still have Internet binges; * why Toni Morrison got started writing so late; * whether Kafka was as depressed as his books might lead you to believe. Plus, on Today in Writing: the first American novel. About our Guest: (http://acfuller.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/A1nMvWSfDrL._UX250_.jpg)Sarah Stodola (http://www.veblenesquegorge.tumblr.com/) is a writer and journalist who has contributed to the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Nation, Daily Beast, and Awl, as well as Condé Nast Traveler and Slate, among others publications. She founded the literary journal Me Three and served as an adjunct scholar for Lapham’s Quarterly. She is currently the editorial director of Strolby. A.C. Fuller no 40:25 no http://acfuller.com/episode-22-legendary-crime-author-lawrence-block/ Fri, 16 Jan 2015 04:49:12 +0000 http://acfuller.com/?p=1238 http://acfuller.com/episode-22-legendary-crime-author-lawrence-block/#comments A.C. Fuller On episode 22 of the WRITER 2.0 podcast I spoke with Lawrence Block, legendary author of over 100 books. We discussed: the opportunity that led him to leave college early; whether he actually wrote a book in a weekend; three books that shaped him as a writer; what he thinks of the argument that publishers… http://acfuller.com/episode-22-legendary-crime-author-lawrence-block/feed/ 0 On episode 22 of the WRITER 2.0 podcast I spoke with Lawrence Block, legendary author of over 100 books. We discussed: the opportunity that led him to leave college early; whether he actually wrote a book in a weekend; On episode 22 of the WRITER 2.0 podcast I spoke with Lawrence Block, legendary author of over 100 books. We discussed: the opportunity that led him to leave college early; whether he actually wrote a book in a weekend; three books that shaped him as a writer; what he thinks of the argument that publishers are the "gatekeepers of culture"; why he hasn’t read many books about writing; what it’s like having your book optioned—and produced—for film; how our strongest negative beliefs about ourselves can sabotage our writing. Plus, on “Today in Writing," the 14th birthday of Wikipedia. About Our Guest: (http://acfuller.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/lawrence_block_blog_11-221x300-221x300.jpg)Lawrence Block (http://www.lawrenceblock.com)has been writing crime, mystery, and suspense fiction for more than half a century. He has published in excess of 100 books and many, many short stories. He is probably best known for his series characters, including cop-turned-private investigator Matthew Scudder. His monthly instructional column ran in Writer’s Digest for 14 years, and led to a string of books for writers, including the classics Telling Lies for Fun & Profit and The Liar’s Bible.  Several of his books have been filmed, the latest of which is, A Walk Among the Tombstones, starring Liam Neeson as Matthew Scudder. He has received too many awards to list, but it’s safe to say he’s won just about every award in crime and suspense, including for individual books, short fiction, and lifetime achievement. He and his wife Lynne are enthusiastic New Yorkers and relentless world travelers and have visited around 160 countries. A.C. Fuller no 43:58 no http://acfuller.com/episode-21-historical-novelist-jefferson-flanders-2/ Thu, 08 Jan 2015 21:44:57 +0000 http://acfuller.com/?p=1236 http://acfuller.com/episode-21-historical-novelist-jefferson-flanders-2/#comments A.C. Fuller In episode 21 of the WRITER 2.0 podcast I spoke with historical fiction author Jefferson Flanders about: why novelists often shy away from writing about journalists; his Cold War First Trumpet trilogy; why we find it harder than ever to care about baseball; the best way to research a historical novel; his greatest fear and greatest hope… http://acfuller.com/episode-21-historical-novelist-jefferson-flanders-2/feed/ 0 In episode 21 of the WRITER 2.0 podcast I spoke with historical fiction author Jefferson Flanders about: why novelists often shy away from writing about journalists; his Cold War First Trumpet trilogy; In episode 21 of the WRITER 2.0 podcast I spoke with historical fiction author Jefferson Flanders about: * why novelists often shy away from writing about journalists; * his Cold War First Trumpet trilogy; * why we find it harder than ever to care about baseball; * the best way to research a historical novel; * his greatest fear and greatest hope for young journalists; * the recent changes at The New Republic; * the ten years it takes to write a first novel: 1 year to write the book and 9 to work through the issues of potential rejection; * why Rick Nelson's "Garden Party" is a great song for writers. Plus, on Today in Writing: Happy Birthday Terry Brooks. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uAHR7_VZdRw About our Guest: Jefferson Flanders (http://www.jeffersonflanders.com) is an aut(http://www.jeffersonflanders.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/JeffersonFlanders.jpg)hor, educator, and independent journalist. During the course of his career, he has been an editor, newspaper columnist, sportswriter, radio commentator, college professor, and publishing executive. The topics touched upon in Flanders’ writing reflect his broad interests: politics, history, media criticism, education and learning, communications theory, sports, evolutionary biology, and theology, and, in his short fiction, the interior "felt life." Flanders has taught most recently in the journalism department of New York University, and at Boston University and Babson College. He is also the president of MindEdge, an educational publisher of online courses, and managing director of MindEdge Press. A graduate of Harvard College, where he earned a degree in history and literature and studied with the poet Robert Fitzgerald, Flanders continued his education at Columbia University. He is the author of Café Carolina and Other Stories and of the Cold War First Trumpet trilogy:Herald Square (described as “well-written, action packed and engrossing” in the Washington Times), The North Building, and The Hill of Three Borders. A.C. Fuller no 43:03 no http://acfuller.com/episode-20-kelsye-nelson-3/ Tue, 30 Dec 2014 16:10:50 +0000 http://acfuller.com/?p=1220 In episode 20 of the WRITER 2.0 Podcast I speak with author and independent publishing expert Kelsye Nelson about: why new authors need to be careful about “going out too early”; why non-fiction authors need book proposals; how her agent found her; how she raised over $8,000 to launch a book on Kickstarter; BOOKLUSH, her work in progress about… In episode 20 of the WRITER 2.0 Podcast I speak with author and independent publishing expert Kelsye Nelson about: why new authors need to be careful about “going out too early”; why non-fiction authors need book proposals; no 54:57 no In episode 20 of the WRITER 2.0 Podcast I speak with author and independent publishing expert Kelsye Nelson about: why new authors need to be careful about “going out too early”; why… http://acfuller.com/episode-19-editor-and-author-ally-bishop-2/ Mon, 29 Dec 2014 17:14:30 +0000 http://acfuller.com/?p=1207 In Episode 19 of the WRITER 2.0 Podcast I speak with editor and author Ally Bishop from Upgrade Your Story. In the interview, we discuss: what happens in an MFA program for writers; the difference between line editing and concept or story editing; why you need to find an editor; her funniest agent story; the best… In Episode 19 of the WRITER 2.0 Podcast I speak with editor and author Ally Bishop from Upgrade Your Story. In the interview, we discuss: what happens in an MFA program for writers; the difference between line editing and concept or story edit... no 41:18 no In Episode 19 of the WRITER 2.0 Podcast I speak with editor and author Ally Bishop from Upgrade Your Story. In the interview, we discuss: what happens in an MFA program for writers; the… http://acfuller.com/episode-18-christmas-storyteller-justin-bog/ Wed, 17 Dec 2014 14:48:39 +0000 http://acfuller.com/?p=1190 On episode 18 of the WRITER 2.0 Podcast I speak with Justin Bog, author of the new book of short stories HARK: A CHRISTMAS COLLECTION. In the interview, we discuss: the best advice he received about becoming a writer: “Go out and live”; the process of publishing with a small press, then leaving on good… On episode 18 of the WRITER 2.0 Podcast I speak with Justin Bog, author of the new book of short stories HARK: A CHRISTMAS COLLECTION. In the interview, we discuss: the best advice he received about becoming a writer: "Go out and live"; no 45:08 no On episode 18 of the WRITER 2.0 Podcast I speak with Justin Bog, author of the new book of short stories HARK: A CHRISTMAS COLLECTION. In the interview, we discuss: the best advice he received… http://acfuller.com/bonus-episode-a-c-gets-interviewed-by-mr-podcasts/ Thu, 11 Dec 2014 14:41:51 +0000 http://acfuller.com/?p=1185 Last week I was interviewed by Mr. Podcasts on his show, “The Best Podcasts Reviewed.” We had such a god time I asked him if I could share the interview with my audience as well. So, here it is. In the interview, Mr. Podcasts asks me about: my background; some details about the Today in Writing… Last week I was interviewed by Mr. Podcasts on his show, "The Best Podcasts Reviewed." We had such a god time I asked him if I could share the interview with my audience as well. So, here it is. In the interview, Mr. Podcasts asks me about: - no 25:03 no Last week I was interviewed by Mr. Podcasts on his show, “The Best Podcasts Reviewed.” We had such a god time I asked him if I could share the interview with my audience as well. So, here it… http://acfuller.com/episode-17-emerging-writers-ii-with-halie-fewkes-and-emma-scott/ Wed, 10 Dec 2014 21:11:33 +0000 http://acfuller.com/?p=1174 On episode 17 of the WRITER 2.0 Podcast I speak with Emerging Writers Halie Fewkes and Emma Scott. Halie and I discuss: what happens after you win a prestigious writing contest; what life is like after getting an agent; her young adult project, THE TALLY. And Emma and I speak about: her debut novel, LOVE BEYOND WORDS; “heat levels” and… On episode 17 of the WRITER 2.0 Podcast I speak with Emerging Writers Halie Fewkes and Emma Scott. Halie and I discuss: what happens after you win a prestigious writing contest; what life is like after getting an agent; no 55:56 no On episode 17 of the WRITER 2.0 Podcast I speak with Emerging Writers Halie Fewkes and Emma Scott. Halie and I discuss: what happens after you win a prestigious writing contest; what life is like… http://acfuller.com/episode-16-novelist-eliot-baker-2/ Wed, 03 Dec 2014 20:48:45 +0000 http://acfuller.com/?p=1152 On Episode 16 of the WRITER 2.0 Podcast I speak with debut novelist Eliot Baker about: grunge music; the process of writing his debut novel, THE LAST ANCIENT, including his “functional schizophrenia”; the best meal he ever ate; why marketing books in person still matters; his worst fantasy football mistake; how a “total body literary… On Episode 16 of the WRITER 2.0 Podcast I speak with debut novelist Eliot Baker about: grunge music; the process of writing his debut novel, THE LAST ANCIENT, including his "functional schizophrenia"; the best meal he ever ate; no 56:31 no On Episode 16 of the WRITER 2.0 Podcast I speak with debut novelist Eliot Baker about: grunge music; the process of writing his debut novel, THE LAST ANCIENT, including his “functional… http://acfuller.com/episode-15-author-and-nyu-professor-michael-norman-2/ Wed, 26 Nov 2014 15:12:12 +0000 http://acfuller.com/?p=1144 On episode 15 of the WRITER 2.0 podcast, I speak with NYU professor and bestselling non-fiction author Michael Norman. In the interview, we discuss: his strange first assignment at the New York Times; his book TEARS IN THE DARKNESS, which was picked by the editors of The New York Times Magazine as one of the 100 best nonfiction… On episode 15 of the WRITER 2.0 podcast, I speak with NYU professor and bestselling non-fiction author Michael Norman. In the interview, we discuss: his strange first assignment at the New York Times; his book TEARS IN THE DARKNESS, no 56:53 no On episode 15 of the WRITER 2.0 podcast, I speak with NYU professor and bestselling non-fiction author Michael Norman. In the interview, we discuss: his strange first assignment at the New York… http://acfuller.com/episode-14-robert-sindelar-of-third-place-books/ Wed, 19 Nov 2014 18:50:23 +0000 http://acfuller.com/?p=1121 On episode 14 of the WRITER 2.0 Podcast I speak with Robert Sindelar, managing partner of one of the great bookstores in the country—Third Place Books. In the interview we discuss: what kinds of books the Internet has made obsolete; how the bookstore/publisher relationship has changed since the demise of Borders; how bookstores decide which… On episode 14 of the WRITER 2.0 Podcast I speak with Robert Sindelar, managing partner of one of the great bookstores in the country—Third Place Books. - In the interview we discuss: what kinds of books the Internet has made obsolete; no 44:09 no On episode 14 of the WRITER 2.0 Podcast I speak with Robert Sindelar, managing partner of one of the great bookstores in the country—Third Place Books. In the interview we discuss: what kinds of… http://acfuller.com/episode-13-campbell-award-winner-mur-lafferty-3/ Fri, 14 Nov 2014 19:24:24 +0000 http://acfuller.com/?p=1116 On Episode 13 I speak with author, podcaster, and Campbell Award winner Mur Lafferty. I first learned of Mur through her long-running podcast, I SHOULD BE WRITING, and we had a lively discussion about: what’s it like writing a series specifically for a podcast; how public perception of writing success often differs from reality; how she… On Episode 13 I speak with author, podcaster, and Campbell Award winner Mur Lafferty. I first learned of Mur through her long-running podcast, I SHOULD BE WRITING, and we had a lively discussion about: what's it like writing a series specifically f... no 44:07 no On Episode 13 I speak with author, podcaster, and Campbell Award winner Mur Lafferty. I first learned of Mur through her long-running podcast, I SHOULD BE WRITING, and we had a lively discussion… http://acfuller.com/episode-12-biohacker-and-author-dave-asprey-2/ Mon, 10 Nov 2014 17:36:22 +0000 http://acfuller.com/?p=1091 In episode 12 of the WRITER 2.0 podcast I’m joined by author, podcaster, biohacker, and creator of Bulletproof Coffee, Dave Asprey. Dave spent years hacking his own biology and studying diet and nutrition to get healthy and perform better. Now he has a top blog, the #1 fitness podcast on Itunes, and an upcoming book,… In episode 12 of the WRITER 2.0 podcast I'm joined by author, podcaster, biohacker, and creator of Bulletproof Coffee, Dave Asprey. Dave spent years hacking his own biology and studying diet and nutrition to get healthy and perform better. no 23:04 no In episode 12 of the WRITER 2.0 podcast I’m joined by author, podcaster, biohacker, and creator of Bulletproof Coffee, Dave Asprey. Dave spent years hacking his own biology and studying diet and… http://acfuller.com/episode-11-all-about-agents-with-chuck-sambuchino-and-gordon-warnock/ Fri, 07 Nov 2014 08:18:15 +0000 http://acfuller.com/?p=1074 In Episode 11 I’m joined by Chuck Sambuchino of Writers Digest and Gordon Warnock of Fuse Literary. Chuck Sambuchino and I discuss: the biggest mistakes writers make when seeking agents; the three key principles of an author platform from his book, CREATE YOUR WRITER PLATFORM; the biggest difference between unpublished and published writers; keys to query letters. And Gordon… In Episode 11 I'm joined by Chuck Sambuchino of Writers Digest and Gordon Warnock of Fuse Literary. Chuck Sambuchino and I discuss: the biggest mistakes writers make when seeking agents; the three key principles of an author platform from his ... no 55:49 no In Episode 11 I’m joined by Chuck Sambuchino of Writers Digest and Gordon Warnock of Fuse Literary. Chuck Sambuchino and I discuss: the biggest mistakes writers make when seeking agents; the… http://acfuller.com/episode-10-emerging-authors-erika-mitchell-and-h-m-jones/ Mon, 03 Nov 2014 13:55:52 +0000 http://acfuller.com/?p=1025 In episode ten I speak with two up-and-coming authors. Erika Mitchell and I discuss: her worst rejection letter ever; how she found her publisher, Champagne Books, for her first novel, BLOOD MONEY; the value of writers conferences; H.M Jones and I discuss: the deeply personal story of postpartum depression behind her debut novel, MONOCHROME; why books are never done, just published;… In episode ten I speak with two up-and-coming authors. Erika Mitchell and I discuss: her worst rejection letter ever; how she found her publisher, Champagne Books, for her first novel, BLOOD MONEY; the value of writers conferences; - H. no 53:23 no In episode ten I speak with two up-and-coming authors. Erika Mitchell and I discuss: her worst rejection letter ever; how she found her publisher, Champagne Books, for her first novel, BLOOD… http://acfuller.com/episode-9-social-media-consultant-rachel-thompson/ Fri, 31 Oct 2014 16:11:57 +0000 http://acfuller.com/?p=924 In episode 9 of the podcast I speak with award-winning author and social media consultant Rachel Thompson. Whether you’re a new writer wondering what “platform” means or an experienced writer struggling with how to engage readers on social media, Rachel can help. In the interview, we discuss: why writers need to be on social media; what to do… In episode 9 of the podcast I speak with award-winning author and social media consultant Rachel Thompson. Whether you're a new writer wondering what "platform" means or an experienced writer struggling with how to engage readers on social media, no 52:56 no In episode 9 of the podcast I speak with award-winning author and social media consultant Rachel Thompson. Whether you’re a new writer wondering what “platform” means or an experienced… http://acfuller.com/episode-8-scriveners-ioa-petraka-3/ Mon, 27 Oct 2014 18:47:39 +0000 http://acfuller.com/?p=922 In episode 8 I speak with Ioa Petra’ka of the writing software, Scrivener. We discuss: where Scrivener came from and how it works; how the interface is different than Microsoft Word how it makes the writing process easier and more efficient; why it’s valuable to keep all your research in one place; how Scrivener supports “doing more… In episode 8 I speak with Ioa Petra'ka of the writing software, Scrivener. We discuss: where Scrivener came from and how it works; how the interface is different than Microsoft Word how it makes the writing process easier and more efficient; no 30:50 no In episode 8 I speak with Ioa Petra’ka of the writing software, Scrivener. We discuss: where Scrivener came from and how it works; how the interface is different than Microsoft Word how it… http://acfuller.com/episode-7-media-critic-and-historian-robert-mcchesney/ Fri, 24 Oct 2014 07:08:04 +0000 http://acfuller.com/?p=842 Many have become disillusioned with the U.S. media system. But how did we get here, and how much worse can it get? In episode 7 I’m joined by leading media critic and historian Robert McChesney from the University of Illinois, to discuss: who invented Internet, and who paid for it; how access to the Internet came… Many have become disillusioned with the U.S. media system. But how did we get here, and how much worse can it get? In episode 7 I'm joined by leading media critic and historian Robert McChesney from the University of Illinois, to discuss: no 56:42 no Many have become disillusioned with the U.S. media system. But how did we get here, and how much worse can it get? In episode 7 I’m joined by leading media critic and historian Robert McChesney… http://acfuller.com/episode-6-bestselling-non-fiction-author-robert-w-fuller/ Mon, 20 Oct 2014 15:35:56 +0000 http://acfuller.com/?p=811 In Episode 6 of the podcast, I speak with my father, novelist and bestselling non-fiction author Robert W. Fuller. We discuss: his transitions from physicist to college president to citizen diplomat to full-time writer; why perseverance is one of the most important qualities a writer can develop; the origin of his theory of rankism and his book,… In Episode 6 of the podcast, I speak with my father, novelist and bestselling non-fiction author Robert W. Fuller. We discuss: his transitions from physicist to college president to citizen diplomat to full-time writer; no 51:16 no In Episode 6 of the podcast, I speak with my father, novelist and bestselling non-fiction author Robert W. Fuller. We discuss: his transitions from physicist to college president to citizen… http://acfuller.com/episode-5-legendary-sportswriter-bob-ryan/ Fri, 17 Oct 2014 14:43:44 +0000 http://acfuller.com/?p=805 In Episode 5 of the podcast, I speak with award-winning sportswriter and author Bob Ryan of the Boston Globe. In a wide-ranging interview, we discuss: the three greatest sports moments he covered in person; why reporting was the “necessary evil” that led to writing; the conflict he feels about watching the NFL; the changes TMZ and Deadspin… In Episode 5 of the podcast, I speak with award-winning sportswriter and author Bob Ryan of the Boston Globe. In a wide-ranging interview, we discuss: the three greatest sports moments he covered in person; no 43:20 no In Episode 5 of the podcast, I speak with award-winning sportswriter and author Bob Ryan of the Boston Globe. In a wide-ranging interview, we discuss: the three greatest sports moments he covered… http://acfuller.com/episode-4-ny-times-bestseller-robert-dugoni/ Wed, 15 Oct 2014 12:49:09 +0000 http://acfuller.com/?p=800 In episode #4 of the podcast, I call New York Times bestselling thriller writer Robert Dugoni to discuss: the differences between publishing with Hachette and publishing with Amazon’s Thomas and Mercer imprint; one life change that helped him become a full-time author his biggest flaw as a writer; his most recent release, MY SISTER’S GRAVE, which recently hit… In episode #4 of the podcast, I call New York Times bestselling thriller writer Robert Dugoni to discuss: the differences between publishing with Hachette and publishing with Amazon's Thomas and Mercer imprint; no 47:19 no In episode #4 of the podcast, I call New York Times bestselling thriller writer Robert Dugoni to discuss: the differences between publishing with Hachette and publishing with Amazon’s Thomas… http://acfuller.com/episode-3-national-book-award-finalist-deb-caletti/ Fri, 10 Oct 2014 12:32:38 +0000 http://acfuller.com/?p=793 In episode 3 of the podcast, I speak with National Book Award Finalist Deb Caletti, author of more than a dozen novels for young adults and adults. How she broke out as a young adult author when she thought she was writing for adults. Her first book for adults, HE’S GONE. What she means by… In episode 3 of the podcast, I speak with National Book Award Finalist Deb Caletti, author of more than a dozen novels for young adults and adults. How she broke out as a young adult author when she thought she was writing for adults. no 1:01:25 no In episode 3 of the podcast, I speak with National Book Award Finalist Deb Caletti, author of more than a dozen novels for young adults and adults. How she broke out as a young adult author when… http://acfuller.com/episode-2-ina-zajac/ Sat, 04 Oct 2014 15:58:01 +0000 http://acfuller.com/?p=763 In episode #2 of the WRITER 2.0 Podcast, I speak with Ina Zajac, author of PLEASE, PRETTY LIGHTS about: her transition from journalism to fiction; her non-linear writing process; how she went from pitching agents to signing a publishing deal; Booktrope and the new team publishing model; three books that changed her life; what she… In episode #2 of the WRITER 2.0 Podcast, I speak with Ina Zajac, author of PLEASE, PRETTY LIGHTS about: her transition from journalism to fiction; her non-linear writing process; how she went from pitching agents to signing a publishing deal; no 59:30 no In episode #2 of the WRITER 2.0 Podcast, I speak with Ina Zajac, author of PLEASE, PRETTY LIGHTS about: her transition from journalism to fiction; her non-linear writing process; how she went from… http://acfuller.com/episode-1-bestselling-novelist-carol-cassella/ Fri, 03 Oct 2014 15:03:07 +0000 http://acfuller.com/?p=777 In the first episode of the show, I speak with physician and bestselling author Carol Cassella about: how she made the transition from aspiring writer to published author; why we do all our writing in Scrivener; the inspiration for her most recent medical drama, GEMINI; how her writing process has developed over the years; the recent… In the first episode of the show, I speak with physician and bestselling author Carol Cassella about: how she made the transition from aspiring writer to published author; why we do all our writing in Scrivener; no 49:33 no In the first episode of the show, I speak with physician and bestselling author Carol Cassella about: how she made the transition from aspiring writer to published author; why we do all our…