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Authors respond to weird reviews | Wizards, Warriors, & Words

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Dyrk Ashton: https://www.paternusbooks.com/
Michael R. Fletcher: http://michaelrfletcher.com/
Rob J. Hayes: https://www.robjhayes.co.uk/
Jed Herne: https://jedherne.com/

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The Chaos Episode | Wizards, Warriors, & Words

In today’s episode, Michael R. Fletcher takes the lead as we discuss random aspects of the writing life, as well as some deeper thoughts about our philosophies in general. Enjoy!

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Dyrk Ashton: paternusbooks.com

Michael R. Fletcher: michaelrfletcher.com

Rob J. Hayes: robjhayes.co.uk

Jed Herne: jedherne.com

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How to Write Great Endings | Wizards, Warriors, & Words

Endings are probably the most important part of a story. So, in this episode, we try to figure out how to make them good.

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For more about our hosts and our books:
Dyrk Ashton: paternusbooks.com
Michael R. Fletcher: michaelrfletcher.com
Rob J. Hayes: robjhayes.co.uk
Jed Herne: jedherne.com

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How to Write a Captivating Opening Chapter

Following on from last week’s episode about first sentences, this week we discuss first chapters. Enjoy – and tell us about your favourite opening chapter in the comments 🙂

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Dyrk Ashton: paternusbooks.com
Michael R. Fletcher: michaelrfletcher.com
Rob J. Hayes: robjhayes.co.uk
Jed Herne: jedherne.com

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Writing the perfect opening line

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For more about our hosts and our books:

Dyrk Ashton: paternusbooks.com
Michael R. Fletcher: michaelrfletcher.com
Rob J. Hayes: robjhayes.co.uk
Jed Herne: jedherne.com

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4 approaches to story structure

Featured book: The Thunder Heist by Jed Herne.
Today, we discuss our different approaches to story structure. Enjoy!

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8 books to make you a better fantasy writer

Hey everyone! Jed had some annoying medical things this week, so we’re doing a mini episode where Rob J. Hayes and Dyrk Ashton discuss the books that have taught them the most about writing. Enjoy!

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Fantasy Authors Discuss Chapter Structure

Support the show on patreon for exclusive bonuses! www.patreon.com/wizardswarriorswords . In this episode, we discuss chapter structure. Do we aim for a certain length? How should they start? How should they end? Are cliffhangers smart, or are they gimmicky? All those answers and more in this show – enjoy!

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Across the Broken Stars: https://jedherne.com/acrossthebrokenstars
Fires of the Dead: https://jedherne.com/fires
The Language of Lies (FREE): https://jedherne.com/lies/

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Wizards, Warriors, & Words now has a Patreon!

Visit our new Patreon page to support the Wizards, Warriors, & Words podcast: https://www.patreon.com/wizardswarriorswords

When you join our Patreon page, you’ll get cool bonuses in exchange for a monthly donation (like free books, ad-free episodes, priority Q & A access, and even editorial feedback on your own stories!). Don’t worry – the show won’t be disapearing behind a paywall.

And it’s not mandatory to support us on Patreon by any means. But if you can afford it and you enjoy what we do, it’s the best way to help support us, which will let the show continue to grow :). Thanks for being awesome!

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Grimdark Fantasy: 4 Authors Weigh In

Support the show on patreon for exclusive bonuses! www.patreon.com/wizardswarriorswords . What is grimdark fantasy, and what do our hosts think about it? Our books are often labelled as ‘grimdark’ (especially Michael R. Fletcher’s), so how do we respond to this?

My Books:
Across the Broken Stars: https://jedherne.com/acrossthebrokenstars
Fires of the Dead: https://jedherne.com/fires
The Language of Lies (FREE): https://jedherne.com/lies/

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website: https://jedherne.com/
facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pg/jedhernewriter
twitter: https://twitter.com/JedHerne
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Free Pirate Fantasy Novella!

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