Book Chat W/Author Vivian E. Moore Podcast
1) "PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT" The Fear of Failure
Practical Ways to Face the Fear of Failure as a Writer: Redefine Success, Treat Writing as Practice, Separate Self-Worth from Output, Seek Community, Celebrate Small Wins.
2) "CAN'T WE ALL JUST GET ALONG?" Book Envy How To Deal
Shift the perspective, Celebrate differences, Practice gratitude, Cheer for others, Listen, Like, and Share.
3) “Are You Trying to Confuse Me?” The Power of Misdirection in Suspense and Thrillers
What Is Misdirection in Storytelling? Suspense Thrives on Uncertainty. Misdirection Creates Stronger Plot Twists. The Brilliance of Misdirection.
4) “LIKE A GOOD NEIGHBOR” Embracing Author Partnerships
Breaking the Myth of Isolation, The Power of Shared Growth, Creativity Thrives in Collaboration, Building Lasting Friendships.
5) “WHY DOES IT HAVE TO BE SO COMPLICATED?”
Language is meant to be a bridge, not a barrier. When authors pack their writing with jargon, overly academic terms, or long-winded phrases, they risk shutting people out. Readers may feel excluded or...Show More
6) "AT YOUR SERVICE"
The PROS & CONS of Agents
7) “NEED I SAY MORE?” Stand-Alone vs. Book Series: (The Secret Power of a Singular Story)
The Beauty of a Stand-Alone, The Hidden Superpower of Expandability, Or the Best of Both Worlds.
8) "I'VE NEVER LIKED YOU!" Why Some Characters Are Unlikable (But Don't Ruin the Story)
The Purpose of Unlikable Characters: How they make the world feel real by adding depth, conflict, and purpose.
9) "STEP RIGHT UP!" Why Authors Need Platforms
Author Platforms promote Visibility, Presence, and Influence.
10) “Giving Them Something to Talk About”
Why Book Reviews Are Essential for Authors: Social Proof in Action Amplified Visibility Word of Mouth, Digitized Valuable Feedback for Authors