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S4E2 Dialogue: Giving Your Characters a Voice
In this episode of Daggers & Daydreams, we dive into one of the trickiest (and most fun!) aspects of writing: dialogue. How do you make it sound real without being boring? How do you give each…
S4E1 World Building in Fiction
Welcome to Season 4 of Daggers & Daydreams! We’re kicking things off with one of Helen’s favourite topics—worldbuilding. Whether you’re crafting an elaborate fantasy realm or setting your story…
S3E4 Author Interview - Carley Hoffman on YA dystopian writing and building a career
In this episode of Daggers & Daydreams, we sit down with Carley Hoffman, YA dystopian author of Providence, the first book in a trilogy she began writing while still in high school. Now a college…
Q&A – Honest Answers, Wild Dreams & Writing Truths
This season, we’ve covered everything from writing advice and editing tips, to feedback, traditional vs indie publishing, mindset, marketing, and money. Now, we’re wrapping up with something a little…
S2E1 Finances – Money, Sales & What It Really Costs to Be a Writer
Let’s talk numbers.In this candid episode of Daggers & Daydreams, we’re diving into one of the most asked-about but least talked-about parts of the writing journey: money.Whether you’re just…
S3E3 Author Interview: Helen Worthington-Smith on Identity, Imagination & the Making of Skin Deep
In this special episode of Daggers & Daydreams, we turn the mic on co-host Helen Worthington-Smith to explore the creative mind behind Skin Deep, a contemporary fantasy debut that dives deep into…
S2E6 Marketing & Personal Branding: The Hardest Part of Being an Author?
Let’s be real, writing a book is one thing, selling it is a whole other beast. In this episode of Daggers & Daydreams, we’re diving into one of the most overwhelming (and often confusing) parts…
S2E5 Mindset Matters: The Inner Work of Being a Writer
You can learn all the craft techniques in the world, but without the right mindset, writing can start to feel like a battle you never win. In this episode of Daggers & Daydreams, we’re diving…
S3E1 Author Interview: Esha Patel on Writing Through College, Dual Publishing Paths & Crafting Joyful, Diverse Stories
In this episode of Daggers & Daydreams, we sit down with YA and contemporary romance author Esha Patel—a full-time student, prolific writer, and voice behind Florida’s Finest,…
S2E4 Indie vs. Traditional Publishing: How We Found Our Own Paths
In this episode of Daggers & Daydreams, we’re pulling back the curtain on how we each found our way into indie publishing, and why that journey looked completely different for both of us.While…
S2E3 How to Handle Feedback Without Losing Your Mind
In this episode of Daggers & Daydreams, we’re diving into one of the most emotional and transformative parts of the writing process: feedback. Whether it’s coming from a critique partner, beta…
S3E1 Author Interview: Danielle Lauren on Writing Full-Time & Indie Publishing
In this special episode of Daggers & Daydreams, we’re joined by fantasy author Danielle Lauren—the creative force behind Spiritchild, Earthchild, and the Fates of Aos series. Known for her…
S2E1 Editing: What We Thought It Was vs. What It Actually Is
In this episode of Daggers & Daydreams, we’re pulling back the curtain on one of the most intimidating parts of the writing process: editing.When we first started out, we didn’t know what editing…
S2E1 Where to Start your Writing Journey
Welcome to Season Two of Daggers & Daydreams — in this episode, we’re going back to the beginning and talking about what it really looked like for us when we started writing.We know how…
S1E8 Ask Us Anything – Listener Q&A!
Sophie and Helen have talked about their writing processes, their books, publishing and so much more but today they're going to delve into more unorthodox questions. Some you’ve probably never…
S1E7 The Publishing Journey
In this episode Sophie and Helen are going to be diving into the publishing journey. Whether you’re a reader who likes to take a peek under the hood to find out how things work or a writer…
S1E6 Books, Books, Books - What we love to read
This episode is for our book lovers. We’re going to traipes back through history and have a look at the books we loved, ones that inspired us and what we’re reading now.
S1E5 Writing Compelling Stories - A Plot Twist
After characters, Sophie and Helen dive into what makes a plot, how to raise the stakes and how to create tension. DISCLAIMER: They talk in detail about examples and spoilers are in this episode from…
S1E4 Creating Unforgettable Characters
What makes us love one character yet hate another? In this episode, Sophie and Helen explore their favourite characters and share some of their tips for making your own characters stand out from the…
S1E3 The Writer’s Life – Expectations vs. Reality
Romanticising the writer's life is one thing, but what does it actually look like? Sophie and Helen answer this and so much more in this episode.
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