In this episode, Brian McBride, author of Love and the Sea and Everything in Between, gives his advice for using Instagram to create a strong writing community and talks about publishing three books in one year. Learn more about Brian at brianmcbrideauthor.com or discover more episodes at youngeagerwriters.org

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Using Instagram like a boss!

In this episode, Shannon Burke, co-creator and writer of the hit Netflix series Outer Banks, talks about how he got his start in writing, publishing novels with Random House, writing for Netflix, and shares some exclusive insights on the writing process for Season 2. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bzba8LQS0Gs&feature=youtu.be Check out Shannon's website here: http://www.shannonburkewebsite.com/ Shannon's upcoming Release The Brother Years: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/611485/the-brother-years-by-shannon-burke/ Trailer for Outer Banks on Netflix: https://youtu.be/GC68w9tvv6I Discover more YEW: https://www.youngeagerwriters.org

Outer Banks Creator Shannon Burke on Storytelling

In this first episode of Season two, Michael Evans speaks with Brittney Kristina about maintaining mental and physical wellness for writers (especially during trying times) as well as her insights about publishing two books as a teenager. Below you can find the links to her blog,  social media, as well as links to purchase her books Fifty Days and Forsaken: Brittney's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brittney.kristina/ Link to purchase Forsaken: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/153704360 Link to purchase Fifty Days: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1090882904/ Brittney’s Blog: https://www.mindfullybrittney.com/ (you can sign-up here for her newsletter as well) Find Brittney Kristina on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/14420797.Brittney_Kristina

Healthy living for writers

On this episode, Adel Mansour joins Michael to talk about social media, the criticism he dealt with, and maintaining a successful mindset as an author. To hear Adel discuss writing thrillers and what makes a great query letter, listen to the full version of this episode at www.youngeagerwriters.org/podcasts Get in touch with Adel! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adeltheauthor/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AdeltheAuthor Wattpad: https://www.wattpad.com/user/AdeltheAuthor Website: https://www.adeltheauthor.com/ Michael Evans on Instagram: @mevansinked YEW Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youngeagerwriters/ YEW Twitter: https://twitter.com/YEWassociation YEW Website: https://www.youngeagerwriters.org Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7FFQTXnTRSt2W5yii465oK?si=zYY1i_5WROmuBTR-J49RkA

[BONUS EPISODE] Social media, horror, & writing for yourself

In this episode, Adrianna Brown speaks to her sister Desiree about storytelling in her choreography, receiving a master's degree in philosophy before age 20, and her advice on developing narratives on topics one hasn't experienced themselves. Find more episodes at www.youngeagerwriters.org/podcasts Get in touch with Adrianna! Learn about Adrianna's upcoming showcase, "Ungeographic": https://www.adriannaeve.com/ungeographic Adrianna Eve Company: https://www.adriannaeve.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adriannaevecompany/ YEW Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youngeagerwriters/ YEW Twitter: https://twitter.com/YEWassociation YEW Website: https://www.youngeagerwriters.org

Ep. 12 Storytelling with movement

On this episode, Will Walker talks to Desiree about his journey from dropping out of high school to his acceptance at University of Central Florida's graduate school. Will shares his process for applying to Master of Fine Arts programs, the components of the application, and his advice to students applying to college (undergraduate and graduate). Find more episodes at www.youngeagerwriters.org/podcasts Get in touch with Will! Coming soon... YEW Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youngeagerwriters/ YEW Twitter: https://twitter.com/YEWassociation YEW Website: https://www.youngeagerwriters.org

Ep. 11 Applying to MFA programs

On this bonus episode, Susanna Parkhill reads some of her fresh, new poetry. Find more episodes at www.youngeagerwriters.org/podcasts Get in touch with Susanna! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_susannasun/ Read Susanna's article with the chic us here: https://www.thechic.us/how-to-follow-your-passion-and-dreams/ YEW Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youngeagerwriters/ YEW Twitter: https://twitter.com/YEWassociation YEW Website: https://www.youngeagerwriters.org

[Bonus Episode] Susanna's poetry reading

On this episode, Susanna Parkhill talks to Desiree about her experience in the UNC-Charlotte English Honors Program, writing personal essay, her relationship with poetry and painting, and ways for introverts to find real-life inspiration. Find more episodes at www.youngeagerwriters.org/podcasts Get in touch with Susanna! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_susannasun/ Read Susanna's article with the chic us here: https://www.thechic.us/how-to-follow-your-passion-and-dreams/ YEW Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youngeagerwriters/ YEW Twitter: https://twitter.com/YEWassociation YEW Website: https://www.youngeagerwriters.org

Ep. 10 Painting, poetry, & personal essay

On this episode, Mel Torrefranca tells Michael about her former website blog, The Young Author's Journal, and how she contributed to her own writing community. To hear Melissa discuss her upcoming novel, listen to the full version of this episode at www.youngeagerwriters.org/podcasts Get in touch with Mel! Instagram: @meltorrefranca Website: https://meltorrefranca.com YouTube: https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.youtube.com/meltorrefranca&source=gmail&ust=1573173999457000&usg=AFQjCNEvefJvV2Y00rt9EIrJp4BiEmMGFA Michael Evans on Instagram: @mevansinked YEW Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youngeagerwriters/ YEW Twitter: https://twitter.com/YEWassociation YEW Website: https://www.youngeagerwriters.org Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7FFQTXnTRSt2W5yii465oK?si=zYY1i_5WROmuBTR-J49RkA

Ep. 9 Building your writing community

On this episode, Daniel Seamon speaks to Desiree about successful tactics to researching like a writer, writing his three novels during NaNoWriMo, and drawing inspiration from historical events. Find more episodes at www.youngeagerwriters.org/podcasts Desiree Brown on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/desibpoetry/ YEW Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youngeagerwriters/ YEW Twitter: https://twitter.com/YEWassociation YEW Website: https://www.youngeagerwriters.org

Ep. 8 Research like a writer

On this episode, Chris Williams tells Desiree about selling his work at comic conventions, managing multiple projects, and his inspiration from Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse. Find more episodes at www.youngeagerwriters.org/podcasts Chris Williams on Instagram: www.instagram.com/etchnman/ Desiree Brown on Instagram: www.instagram.com/desibpoetry/ YEW Instagram: www.instagram.com/youngeagerwriters/ YEW Twitter: www.twitter.com/YEWassociation YEW Website: www.youngeagerwriters.org

Ep. 7 Writing graphic novels

On this episode, Josie Miller joins Michael via web chat to talk about Wattpad, authenticity, her plan to success, and her advice to "just do it!" To hear about Josie's podcast, "Write Night," and what Josie learned from writing her first novel, find the full version of this episode at www.youngeagerwriters.org/podcasts Get in touch with Josie: https://linktr.ee/thejosiemiller Instagram: @thejosiemiller Listen to the "Write Night" podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6OAHGSoRun0UimpjF9PAT1?si=G7PG8AwPTE6-WpqTanwNhA

Ep. 6 Wattpad, podcasts, & secrets of success

On this episode, Jarrett Moseley speaks to Desiree about submitting poetry for publication, his love for James Tate, and the importance of writing for yourself. Find more episodes at www.youngeagerwriters.org/podcasts Get in touch with Jarrett! Email: jarrettmoseleywriting@gmail.com Read Jarrett's work here at https://homologylit.com/2019/08/01/jarrett-moseley/

Ep. 5 Submitting poetry

On this episode, Millie Florence speaks to Michael about publishing two novels by age fifteen, NaNoWriMo, and how she learned to develop writing instincts. To hear Millie talk about being homeschooled and fun marketing tactics, find the full version of this episode at www.youngeagerwriters.org/podcasts Get in touch with Millie! Instagram: @millieflorenceauthor Website: http://www.millieflorence.com/ Contact Millie for events, speaking gigs, book signings, lectures, and more: http://www.millieflorence.com/event-suggestions/ Buy "Honey Butter" on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B074N9HXVW Buy "Lydia Green of Mulberry Glen" on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Lydia-Green-Mulberry-Millie-Florence-ebook/dp/B07PDTW6QG 

Ep. 4 Age is just a number!

On this episode, Aly Jordan talks to Desiree about writing groups, Rainbow Rowell, and overcoming the pressure of writing. Find more episodes at www.youngeagerwriters.org

Ep. 3 Overcoming the pressure of writing

Hosted by Desiree Brown and Michael Evans, the Young Eager Writers Podcast discusses useful topics, techniques, and resources for young writers. Join us every Wednesday to hear inspiring interviews featuring the fresh voices of upcoming young writers.

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