Tag: writing tips

Dead to Writes – S1, E12: The Outlier

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In this week’s episode:

    • Our #ReadersOnTheRun segment features “The Outlier”, a twisted tale from the edge of the world by Catherine Astolfo. Story appeared in 13 Claws by the Mesdames of Mayhem (Carrick Publishing 2017)
    • Donna briefly explores the value of story outlines, more to come in later episodes
    • Donna interviews Catherine Astolfo, author of the critically acclaimed novel Sweet Karoline and the Emily Taylor mystery series
    • Cathy offers tips for writers

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Are you a published author? Would you like to be featured on our podcast? Email Donna at carrickpublishing@rogers.com – subject line: Schedule an Interview on Dead to Writes.

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Do you have a question about writing or the book industry? Visit our Dead to Writes Facebook page and post your question. Donna will be sure to raise it with our featured author!

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All music featured on Dead to Writes is brought to you courtesy of songwriter, composer and performer Ted Carrick. Keep up with all of his new music at his YouTube Channel

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Dead to Writes – S1, E11: Dancing With Carole

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In this week’s episode:

    • Our #ReadersOnTheRun segment features “Dancing With Carole”, a dark tale of a teenager’s realization that her world may be even more troubled than she thinks. Story by Donna Carrick, from the collection North on the Yellowhead and other Crime Stories, Carrick Publishing, 2016
    • Donna discusses the need to learn our craft
    • Donna interviews Rob Brunet, author of the hit novel Stinking Rich
    • Rob and Donna offer tips for writers

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Are you a published author? Would you like to be featured on our podcast? Email Donna at carrickpublishing@rogers.com – subject line: Schedule an Interview on Dead to Writes.

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Do you have a question about writing or the book industry? Visit our Dead to Writes Facebook page and post your question. Donna will be sure to raise it with our featured author!

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All music featured on Dead to Writes is brought to you courtesy of songwriter, composer and performer Ted Carrick. Keep up with all of his new music at his YouTube Channel

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Find us on Facebook: Dead to Writes, or on Twitter: @DeadToWritesPod . You can also visit our site: www.deadtowrites.ca or look for donnacarrick.com or carrickpublishing.com .

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Dead to Writes – S1, E10: The Melancholy Fog Harvester

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In this week’s episode:

    • Our #ReadersOnTheRun segment features “The Melancholy Fog Harvester”, a haunting and beautiful story of whimsy by Alex Carrick, from the collection “Four Scoops” Is Over The Top, Carrick Publishing, 2011
    • Donna offers tips on honing the craft of writing
    • Donna interviews #DeadlyFriend author and professional editor Toni Rakestraw of Rakestraw Book Designs
    • Toni and Donna offer tips for writers

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Are you a published author? Would you like to be featured on our podcast? Email Donna at carrickpublishing@rogers.com – subject line: Schedule an Interview on Dead to Writes.

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All music featured on Dead to Writes is brought to you courtesy of songwriter, composer and performer Ted Carrick. Keep up with all of his new music at his YouTube Channel

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Find us on Facebook: Dead to Writes, or on Twitter: @DeadToWritesPod . You can also visit our site: www.deadtowrites.ca or look for donnacarrick.com or carrickpublishing.com .

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Dead to Writes – S1, E7: Low Roller

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In this episode:

  • Our #ReadersOnTheRun segment features “Low Roller”, a Penelope Canon mystery by Donna Carrick. What happens when a loving stepmother finds herself unable to save her troubled stepson? Desperate widow Mattie Oaks turns to our petite private eye when Jordan goes missing over the holidays. Story first appeared in Knowing Penelope, Carrick Publishing, 2012
  • Donna interviews #DeadlyFriend author Diamond Wilson (The Quest for the Queen series), to discuss adventure, travel and the writing journey
  • Diamond and Donna offer tips for writers

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Are you a published author? Would you like to be featured on our podcast? Email Donna at carrickpublishing@rogers.com – subject line: Schedule an Interview on Dead to Writes.

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All music featured on Dead to Writes is brought to you courtesy of songwriter, composer and performer Ted Carrick. Keep up with all of his new music at his YouTube Channel

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Find us on Facebook: Dead to Writes, or on Twitter: @DeadToWritesPod . You can also visit our site: www.deadtowrites.ca or look for donnacarrick.com or carrickpublishing.com .

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Dead to Writes – S1, E6: Spring’s Last Skate

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In this episode:

  • Our #ReadersOnTheRun segment features “Spring’s Last Skate”, a haunting mystery by Donna Carrick involving two young girls on a brilliantly beautiful late winter day that ends in horror. Story first appeared in Sept-Iles and other places, Carrick Publishing, 2011
  • Donna interviews #DeadlyFriend freelance journalist and True Crime author Nate Hendley about his work and what factors drove him to the True Crime genre
  • Nate and Donna offer tips for writers
  • Our contest prizes include an Amazon or Smashwords Gift Certificate (winner can choose either) and a copy of North on the Yellowhead and other crime stories by Donna Carrick, (Carrick Publishing 2016) “Like” our Dead to Writes Facebook page and answer contest questions in the comments section to Qualify

Are you a published author? Would you like to be featured on our podcast? Email Donna at carrickpublishing@rogers.com – subject line: Schedule an Interview on Dead to Writes.

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All music featured on Dead to Writes is brought to you courtesy of songwriter, composer and performer Ted Carrick. Keep up with all of his new music at his YouTube Channel.

Find us on Facebook: Dead to Writes, or on Twitter: @DeadToWritesPod . You can also visit our site: www.deadtowrites.ca or look for donnacarrick.com or carrickpublishing.com .

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