Кращі подкасти про Dystopian Fiction (2024)

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Idiocracy 1:03:50

13d ago1:03:50

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In this post-US election episode, Clare Coombe and Masha Yakovleva are talking about the 2006 Mike Judge comedy film, Idiocracy, called by some 'a documentary' and others (ie. Masha) 'the worst film I've ever seen'. This film imagines a future in which intelligence has been bred out of the human race, with chaotic social and political consequences.…

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American Psycho 1:02:38

27d ago1:02:38

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In our Halloween special, and 25th episode, Clare and Masha are discussing the 2000 film American Psycho and the 1991 novel by Brett Easton Ellis on which it was based. In our analysis, we approach American Psycho as a dystopia in which Patrick Bateman represents the everyman of 1980s Wall Street, and his construction of his identity is mimetic and…

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Society of the Snow 1:08:48

1M ago1:08:48

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In Episode 24 of Dystopian Fiction Has Been Moved to Current Affairs, Clare Coombe and Masha Yakovleva are discussing Society of the Snow [La Sociedad de la Nieve], the 2023 film dramatizing the events of the Uruguayan plane crash of 1972 and the subsequent survival of 18 victims in the Andes. We also make comparisons with the 1993 film Alive. Our …

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The End We Start From 1:09:39

2M ago1:09:39

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In Episode 23 of Dystopian Fiction Has Been Moved to Current Affairs, Clare Coombe and Masha Yakovleva are discussing the 2023 film, The End We Start From, starring Jodie Comer. Our discussion explores flooding and the climate crisis, and how prevalent these issues already are, especially in the global south, but also worsening in Europe and some p…

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Gattaca 1:02:15

3M ago1:02:15

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In Episode 22, Clare and Masha are discussing the amazing 1997 film, Gattaca. In our conversation we look at the science and ethics of gene editing, including the advocacy for an update in the law to eliminate hereditary disease. We explore the fascinating theories of genetics and the impact on us of our DNA, with particular reference to Robert Plo…

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6 Key Steps to Finding Perfect-Fit Comp Titles for Your Novel (While You’re Still Writing) | Episode 26 14:10

3M ago14:10

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Hey, Storyteller! Send me a text message! I'd really love to hear what you think of the podcast! :-) Click HERE to find Comp Titles Crash Course! $97 for limited time! Comp titles--they might be one of the most dreaded topics in the writing world. After all, most of us are writing novels that feel unique, so trying to find a novel “like” ours is a …

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Last Light 54:09

3M ago54:09

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In Episode 21 of Dystopian Fiction Has Been Moved to Current Affairs, Clare and Masha are discussing the miniseries Last Light. We focus on responses to the climate crisis, the difference between eco-activism and eco-terrorism, the role of disruption and violence in social justice and driving change, and how we can bring about an end to fossil fuel…

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5 Essential Questions You MUST Answer When Writing Your Opening Scene | Episode 25 9:58

4M ago9:58

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Hey, Storyteller! Send me a text message! I'd really love to hear what you think of the podcast! :-) The opening scene of your novel is arguably the most crucial part of your book. If it doesn’t capture readers' curiosity and imagination, they won’t keep reading. No wonder the opening scene is notoriously hard to write! But don’t worry—I’m here to …

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Joker 54:49

4M ago54:49

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In our 20th episode, Masha and Clare are discussing the 2019 film Joker, looking at its presentation of societal impact on mental health, its depiction of the consequences of wealth disparity, and how it reflects ableism in our society. In this episode, we draw on some of the ideas in Daraiseh and Booker's 2020 article: 'Jokes from Underground: The…

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9 Tricks to Overcome Writer's Block and Keep Your Writing on Track | Episode 24 16:30

4M ago16:30

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Hey, Storyteller! Send me a text message! I'd really love to hear what you think of the podcast! :-) Writer's block is one of the most challenging hurdles an author can encounter. It has the power to derail brilliant stories and thwart dreams of becoming a published author. But fear not—there are effective strategies to combat this creativity kille…

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4 Steps to Writing a Flawed Protagonist Who Readers Love | Episode 23 16:43

4M ago16:43

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Hey, Storyteller! Send me a text message! I'd really love to hear what you think of the podcast! :-) Most writers understand that creating a character with no flaws is a huge turnoff to readers because it’s hard to feel connected to someone who is perfect and does everything right. But how do you give your protagonist flaws that feel real and auth…

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Fallout 1:10:12

4M ago1:10:12

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Dystopian Fiction Has Been Moved to Current Affairs is back! Masha and Clare have returned from our summer break, and we have a new episode out for you on the tv drama Fallout (Amazon Prime). In this episode, we discuss depiction of post-nuclear apocalypse, and the formation of societies within this. We talk about the Golden Rule vs immoral lawless…

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Quick Tip: 6 Steps to Establish a Writing Habit So You Can Finish Your Novel | Episode 22 10:06

4M ago10:06

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Hey, Storyteller! Send me a text message! I'd really love to hear what you think of the podcast! :-) The biggest obstacles writers face are overcoming procrastination and avoiding the dreaded writer’s block. In fact, these obstacles are what stand between them and finishing their novel. But what many writers don’t realize is that the key to conquer…

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The Timeline for Crafting a Solid Debut Novel: Writing Tips for Your First Book! | Episode 21 14:25

5M ago14:25

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Hey, Storyteller! Send me a text message! I'd really love to hear what you think of the podcast! :-) Writing a speculative fiction novel that resonates with readers is tough work. Many writers feel they're doing something wrong when it takes time to create a draft that feels solid and ready to stand on its own two shaky legs. In fact, one of the ve…

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How to Write LGBTQ+ Characters with Confidence and Care: Special Guest Sam Cameron | Episode 20 53:34

5M ago53:34

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Hey, Storyteller! Send me a text message! I'd really love to hear what you think of the podcast! :-) Many writers want to include more LGBTQ+ characters in their novels, but they’re afraid of getting it wrong and doing more harm than good. If you’re one of those writers, this podcast episode is for you! My friend and colleague, Sam Cameron, explain…

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The Goal, Motivation, Stakes, and Conflict Chain: How to Write with Narrative Drive | Episode 19 22:28

6M ago22:28

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Hey, Storyteller! Send me a text message! I'd really love to hear what you think of the podcast! :-) →Sign up for my free workshop Create a Dynamic Character Arc For Your Protagonist. This workshop, which includes live coaching, will help you develop the foundation elements of your novel and bridge the gap between plot and character arc! https://re…

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The Truman Show 1:13:17

6M ago1:13:17

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In Episode 18 of Dystopian Fiction Has Been Moved to Current Affairs, Clare and Masha are discussing the iconic and much-beloved 1998 film, The Truman Show. In this episode we discuss the appeal of reality television and what it says about our society. We look at how The Truman Show posits Seahaven as a 'utopia' and the price that Truman is made to…

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Threads 1:22:22

6M ago1:22:22

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In this episode of Dystopian Fiction Has Been Moved to Current Affairs, Clare and Masha are discussing the incredible yet harrowing 1984 film, Threads, a graphic depiction of the aftermath of nuclear attack, set in Sheffield (where Masha lives!). Content warning: violence and sexual violence; still-birth In this episode we discuss the impacts of nu…

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Exploring The Benefits and Dangers of AI Use in Writing | Episode 18 24:24

7M ago24:24

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Hey, Storyteller! Send me a text message! I'd really love to hear what you think of the podcast! :-) Snag my FREE workbook: resources.manyworldswriting.com/AI Everyone in the writing world is talking about AI, but should you really buy into the buzz? In this episode I’m going to explore what it’s okay to use AI for in your writing and what I believ…

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8 Essential Hacks for Writing and Self-Editing Your Manuscript to Perfection | Episode 17 25:16

7M ago25:16

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Hey, Storyteller! Send me a text message! I'd really love to hear what you think of the podcast! :-) Snag my FREE workbook: resources.manyworldswriting.com/edit Almost every writer wants to get better at self-editing their work. But how? And which techniques improve your work the most dramatically? In this episode I’m going to talk about the self-e…

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Unlock the 7 Subtle Truths About Writing (That Will Make Your Story Better) | Episode 16 23:08

7M ago23:08

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Hey, Storyteller! Send me a text message! I'd really love to hear what you think of the podcast! :-) Snag my FREE workbook: https://resources.manyworldswriting.com/truth Ever wondered why your favorite novels feel so authentic and cohesive? It’s not about all the surface level editing you’ve been driving yourself crazy with. Instead, it’s about the…

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3 Body Problem 1:30:36

7M ago1:30:36

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In Episode 16 of Dystopian Fiction Has Been Moved to Current Affairs, Clare Coombe and Masha Yakovleva are discussing the mind-bending physics-filled Netflix Drama, 3 Body Problem. In this episode, we look at the depiction of Mao's China and the Cultural Revolution, and the Chinese novel on which the show is based. We mention articles from The Guar…

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Poor Things 1:31:52

8M ago1:31:52

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In Episode 15 of Dystopian Fiction Has Been Moved to Current Affairs, Clare and Masha are discussing Oscar-winning film Poor Things, which we absolutely loved. Content Warning: suicide, sexual content, FGM Themes in this episode include: brain transplants, animal and human testing, and medical ethics the legacy of Frankenstein, Gothic literature, a…

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7 Crucial Steps to Creating and Writing a Captivating Magic System For Your Novel | Episode 15 22:45

8M ago22:45

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Hey, Storyteller! Send me a text message! I'd really love to hear what you think of the podcast! :-) Snag my FREE workbook: resources.manyworldswriting.com/magic Ever wondered how to create an interesting and compelling magic system that readers will love? In this episode I’m breaking down exactly how to create a magic system that works. In this ep…

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The Way 1:22:53

8M ago1:22:53

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In Episode 14 of Dystopian Fiction Has Been Moved to Current Affairs, Clare and Masha are discussing The Way, a recent dystopian drama from the BBC, set in Port Talbot, Wales. Content Warning: this episode includes reference to suicide. In this episode, we talk about divided families and generational trauma, with particular relation to changing ind…

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9 Key Elements of Character Interiority: Writing Reality | Episode 14 24:10

8M ago24:10

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Hey, Storyteller! Send me a text message! I'd really love to hear what you think of the podcast! :-) Snag my FREE interiority workbook: https://resources.manyworldswriting.com/interiority Have you ever wondered how to ensure your readers are so engrossed in your protagonist that they can put your novel down? In this episode I'm peeling back the lay…

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7 Key Facts You MUST Know About Your Protagonist (Before Writing Another Word) | Episode 13 17:18

9M ago17:18

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Hey, Storyteller! Send me a text message! I'd really love to hear what you think of the podcast! :-) What makes a protagonist memorable and unique? What makes readers fall in love with them enough to follow them around for 300-500 pages? Knowing the answers to those questions is the difference between creating a flat, dull protagonist and having a …

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Downsizing 1:15:02

9M ago1:15:02

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In Episode 13 of Dystopian Fiction Has Been Moved to Current Affairs, Clare and Masha are talking about the film Downsizing. Resting on the premise that people can choose to shrink to around 10cm tall as part of a project to reduce overpopulation, this odd comedy is full of themes of science fiction, environmentalism, innovation, social justice, an…

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Show and Tell: The Secret to Writing Better Scenes | Episode 12 8:17

9M ago8:17

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Hey, Storyteller! Send me a text message! I'd really love to hear what you think of the podcast! :-) If you're a writer, you've likely encountered the timeless advice: "Show Don't Tell." While intended to enhance scene creation by encouraging vivid depiction over mere narration, this guidance has been misunderstood, leading to detrimental effects o…

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How to Turn a Narrative Summary into a Full Scene: Expanding Your Writing | Episode 11 42:23

9M ago42:23

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Hey, Storyteller! Send me a text message! I'd really love to hear what you think of the podcast! :-) The most important skill you can have as a writer is the ability to write a compelling scene, but it’s a skill that few writers have actually mastered. So in this episode we are going to do a deep dive into scene structure and learn: 1) How to know …

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Leave the World Behind 1:23:43

9M ago1:23:43

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In Episode 12 of Dystopian Fiction Has Been Moved to Current Affairs, Clare and Masha discuss the 2023 Netflix film, Leave the World Behind. As well as themes of cyber warfare, disinformation, privilege in the apocalypse, fear, and the place of trust, we also look at how to see off a f***load of deer, and whether people are really as dreadful as on…

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The 10 Key Components of Writing a Great Scene | Episode 10 36:02

10M ago36:02

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Hey, Storyteller! Send me a text message! I'd really love to hear what you think of the podcast! :-) The most important skill you can have as a writer is the ability to write a great scene... but, unfortunately, it’s a skill that few writers have actually mastered. You need to understand: 1) What a scene is. 2) Whether a given event in your novel n…

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A Clockwork Orange 1:15:17

10M ago1:15:17

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In our eleventh episode of Dystopian Fiction Has Been Moved to Current Affairs, Clare and Masha are diving into A Clockwork Orange, both the Stanley Kubrick film of 1971 and the novella by Anthony Burgess from 1962. Content Warning: themes of sexual violence, physical violence, and suicide In this episode, we look at multiple layers of dystopian so…

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Writing Backstory without Info Dumping | Episode 9 18:54

10M ago18:54

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Hey, Storyteller! Send me a text message! I'd really love to hear what you think of the podcast! :-) Backstory is an essential part of every novel. Without it, your protagonist doesn’t have a meaningful character arc and your story lacks depth. But writers are (understandably) scared to put backstory in their novel because they’re afraid of info du…

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The Society 1:03:25

10M ago1:03:25

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In Episode 10 of Dystopian Fiction Has Been Moved to Current Affairs, Clare Coombe and Masha Yakovleva are discussing Netflix drama The Society. CW: please be aware that this episode makes reference to suicide and domestic abuse. In its single season, this is a drama that covers all aspects of how best a society should be organized and led, without…

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7 Key Understandings to Help You Reframe Criticism of Your Writing | Episode 8 23:55

10M ago23:55

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Hey, Storyteller! Send me a text message! I'd really love to hear what you think of the podcast! :-) Criticism is one of the hardest things for writers to process and it sometimes leads to writers giving up on the craft or refusing to share their work with the world. If you’re ready explore the 7 key understandings that will help you reframe critic…

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The 7 Golden Rules of Writing Great Dialogue | Episode 7 22:28

11M ago22:28

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Hey, Storyteller! Send me a text message! I'd really love to hear what you think of the podcast! :-) Nothing grabs readers’ attention like dialogue. That’s why it’s absolutely imperative to make sure that the dialogue in your novel is serving the story and making readers hungry for more. Ready to learn more about dialogue? Don’t forget to access th…

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Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind 1:03:59

11M ago1:03:59

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In Episode 9 of Dystopian Fiction Has Been Moved to Current Affairs, Clare Coombe and Masha Yakovleva are welcoming 2024 with a deep dive into Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, on its 20th anniversary. In this episode, we discuss the importance of memory for individuals and communities, and how these are impacted by social media, fake news, an…

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Master the 4 Essential Layers of Writing POV | Episode 6 17:57

11M ago17:57

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Hey, Storyteller! Send me a text message! I'd really love to hear what you think of the podcast! :-) Spoiler alert—there’s a whole lot more to POV than just first person, second person, and third person. There are actually 4 layers that you need to master if you want readers and agents to love your novel! So if you’re ready to master POV in 2024, d…

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How to Become a Better Writer | Episode 5 18:49

11M ago18:49

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Hey, Storyteller! Send me a text message! I'd really love to hear what you think of the podcast! :-) 📘Access the FREE workbook right here: https://www.manyworldswriting.com/better📘 ✨Fill out an application to my Powerful Writers, Powerful Novels Mentorship Program: manyworldswriting.com/mentorship ✨ Join the Many Worlds Writing Facebook Community: …

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The 7 Principles of Simple Worldbuilding in Fantasy and Science Fiction | Episode 4 19:42

11M ago19:42

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Hey, Storyteller! Send me a text message! I'd really love to hear what you think of the podcast! :-) Are you overwhelmed and frustrated by the complexity of worldbuilding for your fantasy and science fiction novel? Are things getting too complicated, too bloated, and too scattered? Are you worried that all those complex worldbuilding documents you …

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The Children of Men 1:14:04

12M ago1:14:04

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In Episode 8 of Dystopian Fiction Has Been Moved to Current Affairs, Clare Coombe and Masha Yakovleva discuss The Children of Men, both the 1992 novel by PD James and the 2006 film starring Clive Owen. In this episode, we explore the speculative concept of both book and film, in which the human race has long since ceased to be able to have children…

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The Surprising Key to Making Any Protagonist "Likable" | Episode 3 14:15

12M ago14:15

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Hey, Storyteller! Send me a text message! I'd really love to hear what you think of the podcast! :-) Access the FREE workbook right here: https://www.manyworldswriting.com/likable Are you worried that your protagonist might not be likable? Often as writers, we love our protagonists deeply, but readers might not be able to connect with them, which c…

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Use This Simple Technique to Write Your First Novel | Episode 2 14:07

12M ago14:07

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Hey, Storyteller! Send me a text message! I'd really love to hear what you think of the podcast! :-) Access the FREE workbook right here: https://www.manyworldswriting.com/storytelling Ever found yourself wondering if your novel might be missing a key ingredient, one that could keep readers and agents from fully connecting with your story? It's a c…

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The Most Important Part of Writing Your Novel (That You're Probably Missing) | Episode 1 15:53

12M ago15:53

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Hey, Storyteller! Send me a text message! I'd really love to hear what you think of the podcast! :-) Access the FREE workbook right here: https://www.manyworldswriting.com/point Are you worried that something important is missing from your novel? Something that might lock readers and agents out of the narrative and prevent them from falling in love…

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The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes 1:22:06

12M ago1:22:06

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In Episode 7 of Dystopian Fiction Has Been Moved to Current Affairs, Clare Coombe and Masha Yakovleva explore the world of the Hunger Games, through the lens of the prequel novel and latest film, The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes. Along with their discussion of the character of Coriolanus Snow and his relationships, they assess the purpose of the …

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The Many Worlds Writing Podcast Trailer 2:35

1y ago2:35

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Hey, Storyteller! Send me a text message! I'd really love to hear what you think of the podcast! :-) Welcome to the Many Worlds Writing Podcast! The show that’s all about how to brainstorm, write, edit, publish, and sell a powerful speculative fiction novel… and maybe just change the world too.Heather Davis

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The Matrix 1:02:35

1y ago1:02:35

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In Episode 6 of Dystopian Fiction Has Been Moved to Current Affairs, Clare and Masha enter the world of the Matrix, considering the themes of AI, authenticity, authoritarianism, and aesthetic. Join in and decide whether you would dare to take the red pill.Clare Coombe

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Don’t Look Up 1:16:25

1y ago1:16:25

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In episode 5 of Dystopian Fiction Has Been Moved to Current Affairs, on the film Don't Look Up, Masha and Clare discuss political agendas, the state of the media, the climate crisis, and brontorocs.Clare Coombe

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Barbie 1:21:26

1y ago1:21:26

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In episode 4 of Dystopian Fiction Has Been Moved to Current Affairs, Clare Coombe and Masha Yakovleva discuss the depictions of society in the Barbie film, why Barbieland is a dystopia, the lens on our own society, the patriarchy, and using comedy for social commentary. Oh, and to sum up the film in Masha's words: 'feminism, innit'.…

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