StoryADay Podcast
1) The State of AI, for Writers - an update
In the light of the Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America organization's statement on AI and eligibility for the Nebula Awards, I recorded this bonus episode of the podcast to give you my per...Show More
2) How One "No Thanks" Got Me Writing Again (And Back to My Novel)
A story got accepted… and another came back not accepted — and I'm weirdly thrilled. Here's why embracing rejection can strengthen your consistent writing habits, PLUS: a holiday writing prompt to kee...Show More
3) What If Your Writing Could Help Someone?
Hi writers! This week I'm sharing a surprising example of how writing (and writers) can help people in the real world, inspired by a project announced by Brandon Sanderson. It leads to one clear lesso...Show More
4) The Work Is the Point: Refining Your Writing Life for the Long Haul
A short meditation on why sustainable writing comes from small, repeatable choices. We touch on Coetzee, Tom Stoppard, and the quiet ways stories ripple outward—then land on the core: build the habit,...Show More
5) Silencing the Mean Voice: How Writers Can Quiet Self-Doubt and Keep Creating
We all have that voice that whispers, "Who are you to think you can write?" In this gentle, thoughtful episode, Julie Duffy shares why those inner critics feel so convincing—and how to move past them....Show More
Silencing the Mean Voice: How Writers Can Quiet Self-Doubt and Keep Creating
14:46 | Nov 8th, 2025
6) Why Writer’s Block Is Real — and How Community Helps You Beat It
Writing is hard — but it’s even harder alone. In this episode, Julie shares why connecting with other writers is the key to overcoming blocks, staying consistent, and building a joyful writing life. D...Show More
7) Day 14 - Do Hard Things, Build A Creative Life - A StoryADay Update
On Day 14 of the StoryADay Challenge, how's it going? Perfectly? Oh, you magical unicorn you. For the rest of us, I have some thoughts... 00:00 StoryADay Update - Limit Your Choice, Do Hard Things 04:...Show More
8) Day 10 - Fueled by Rage - A StoryADay Update
Join Julie from Story A Day on Day 10 of Story A Day May as she discusses using strong emotions like rage as fuel for your writing. Julie shares personal insights on transforming negative emotions int...Show More
9) Day 8 - Creativity Begets Creativity - A StoryADay Update
Creativity brings its own rewards - how writing more helps you write more... join us: https://storyaday.org
10) Day 7 - Finding Writing Inspiration on Difficult Days - A StoryADay Update
I wasn't feeling great, on Day 7 of the StoryADay Challenge, so here's what I dd to get my inspriation back.... Join us: https://storyaday.org
Day 7 - Finding Writing Inspiration on Difficult Days - A StoryADay Update
01:42 | May 14th, 2025