Season 2, Episode 5: Banter or Burns It
In this episode of Architecture of Story, cohosts Meg Rosenthal and Alyssa K. Burns dive into a topic that resonates deeply with both writers and readers: dialogue. They discuss effective ways to craft dialogue that not only moves the plot forward but also keeps readers engaged.
Let’s get going!
Shoutouts mentioned in this episode:
Carolyn Elaine (IG @carolynelainewrites)
Haley Graham (IG @authorhaleygraham)
Jennifer Lynn (IG @sincerelyjenh)
Dialogue Tags: https://www.instagram.com/p/DbTlh-SGvAY/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&stkn=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
They're Made Out of Meat: https://www.eastoftheweb.com/short-stories/UBooks/TheyMade.shtml
Connect with Meg:
IG @megrosenthalauthor
TikTok @megrosenthal.author
Connect with Alyssa:
IG: @alyssakburns
TikTok: @alyssakburns
Season 2, Episode 4: WTF is a POV & ARC?
In this episode, cohosts Meg Rosenthal and Alyssa K. Burns break down the different types of points of view (POV) used in commercial fiction as well as why you should promote advanced reader copies of your book (ARCs).
They also talk about not giving away your social security number to strangers on an elevator.
Let’s get going!
Shoutouts mentioned in this episode:
Mary Reyes (IG: @lifeofmaryreyes)
Alyssa Clark (IG: @alyssawritesthings)
Jennifer Lynn (IG: @sincerelyjenh)
Jennifer Rios (IG: @byjenniferrios)
Holly Hayes (IG: @hollyhayesauthor)
Nikki Hutchings (IG: @nikkirhutchings)
Sierra Zinke (IG: @drsierra.kindleskettlebells)
Cassidy Ann (IG: @cassidyannauthor)
Meg Doody (IG: @megdoodywrites)
Beyond the Books PR (IG:@ beyondthebookspr)
Connect with Meg:
IG @megrosenthalauthor
TikTok @megrosenthal.author
Connect with Alyssa:
IG: @alyssakburns
TikTok: @alyssakburns
Season 2, Episode 3: Write Drunk, Edit Sober ft. Cait Waynelovich
In this episode, cohosts Meg Rosenthal and Alyssa K. Burns team up with Cait Waynelovich from the hit podcast, Margs & Manuscripts to talk about the nuance within the phrase Write Drunk, Edit Sober... HOT TAKE! We don't do that. While there is a time and a place for a drink and the CONFIDENCE that comes from that (raise a Margs glass, or pitcher), this episode talks about the ways to convey emotions within your prose as well as the importance of that confidence in what you are sharing to the World Wide Web.
Let’s get going!
Shoutouts mentioned in this episode:
Joseph Cucci (IG: @joey_cucci)
Amy Evans (IG: @amy_c_evans)
Cait Waynelovich (IG: @caitwwrites)
Margs & Manuscripts (IG: @margsandmanuscripts)
Kat Mackenzie (IG: @katmackenziewrites)
Katie Jung (IG:@ katiejungwrites)
Holly Hayes (IG:@ hollyhayesauthor)
Connect with Meg:
IG @megrosenthalauthor
TikTok @megrosenthal.author
Connect with Alyssa:
IG: @alyssakburns
TikTok: @alyssakburns
Season 2, Episode 2: Pitch Please
In this episode, cohosts Meg Rosenthal and Alyssa K. Burns we dive into the essentials of perfecting your pitch and solidifying your author brand. Your pitch is the face of your book. It's how you introduce your work to potential readers and agents.
We discussed the importance of having a one-sentence pitch, a one-paragraph pitch, and a two-paragraph pitch ready for different situations, such as author events or querying agents.
Author branding is essentially how you present yourself to the world. It encompasses your writing style, the themes you explore, and your public persona. A well-defined brand can create a loyal reader base and make marketing your books much easier. Let’s get right into it!
Shoutouts mentioned in this episode:
Carolyn Elaine (IG: @carolynelainewrites)
H.K. Green (IG: @authorhkgreen)
Connect with Meg:
IG @megrosenthalauthor
TikTok @megrosenthal.author
Connect with Alyssa:
IG: @alyssakburns
TikTok: @alyssakburns
Season 2, Episode 1: I Started a Business with a Stranger on the Internet
Welcome to Season 2 of Architecture of Story!
In this episode, cohosts Meg Rosenthal and Alyssa K. Burns give an overview of what this season is going to look like as well as break down their latest news... Architecture of Story is no longer just a podcast. We are in business, baby!
Now offering an Indie Publishing Partnership Service. This includes:
Editorial Services: developmental editing, line editing, proofreading, content pull, and formatting.
Social Media Marketing: monthly Canva templates, strategies to find your target audience and grow a community.
In house vendors: cover design, arc management, and public relations.
Shoutouts mentioned in this episode:
Carolyn Elaine (IG: @carolynelainewrites)
Kate H. Meadows (IG: @katehmeadowswrites)
MGK covering Mr. Brightside
Connect with Meg:
IG @megrosenthalauthor
TikTok @megrosenthal.author
Connect with Alyssa:
IG: @alyssakburns
TikTok: @alyssakburns