In this episode, I discuss how a scene turns or value shifts. Value shifts are a great way to ensure that each scene moves the story forward and pulls its own weight. It’s worth noting that I’m not the first to discuss turning a scene or value shifts in the writing space. But I want to assure you that I don’t want to add more confusion to the mix or discuss this topic in a way that is overly complicated.

In this episode, I discuss my writing updates, book piracy, and how I’m using AI tools for translating books into French, adapting titles and jokes for cultural clarity. Spoiler alert, its more complicated than a single click.

In this episode, I chat with Douglas Vigliotti about his book Aristotle for Novelists: 14 Timeless Principles on the Art of Story. I loved talking to him about Aristotle for Novelists because it reminded me of my screenwriting roots, and it was nice to look back on my writing journey. Also, I loved his book because it was short enough to read in one sitting, but still had timeless principles that I could walk away with and apply to my next book. So, if you haven’t grabbed your copy, I highly recommend you do. The book is available in ebook, paperback, and audiobook formats.

In this episode, I chat with Douglas Vigliotti about getting into reading, its hidden benefits and the Books For Men Podcast. Just so that you’re aware, this is the first of a two-part interview with Doug. In the second part, I discuss his book, Aristotle for Novelists. I felt that this chat about his podcast and reading was long enough to warrant its own episode. Also, I wanted to avoid clickbaiting because this interview is nineteen minutes long, and the second part is around forty-three minutes long.