Podcast 19: Perseverance, Queries & Writing that First Draft

July 21, 2020.Reading time 1 minute.

*** Thank you to some of my Instagram followers for offering suggestions of what to cover on today’s writing podcast on Steph’s Scribe! I am excited to tackle these subjects for you, and would love for our Writing Community to engage in dialogue about what works for them as we continue to learn from each […]

Podcast 17: The MFA Journey as a Writer (and a teacher of writing)

May 27, 2020.Reading time less than 1 minute.

*** As I promised last week, Podcast 17 discusses the MFA from my perspective (and how it helped me in many ways). I know a lot of writers wonder if they should tackle one. In this podcast, I break down my journey to earning my MFA in my forties. I hope this is helpful, and […]

Podcast 16: Taking a Gander of What’s Out There Before You Write

May 21, 2020.Reading time 2 minutes.

*** Sorry it’s been a couple of weeks…I explain in the Podcast of where I’ve been and why I haven’t posted a Podcast in a while. I’m really looking to hear your thoughts about this one…so feel free to comment below and share your opinions on your readings and your approaches. I love to learn […]

Podcast 11 : Don’t Bring Negative To My Door

March 23, 2020.Reading time 1 minute.

Combating negativity: this is a subject I could talk about forever. Maya Angelou said it best: “Don’t bring negative to my door.” When it comes to being an independent author, one of the things that absolutely DRIVES ME CRAZY are receiving negative comments and negative perspectives from others. It’s hard enough being an author; no […]

Podcast 9 – Building Your Story

March 10, 2020.Reading time 1 minute.

Good afternoon! Storytelling and putting it all together—that’s the topic of today’s quick podcast. How do you begin to construct your story? Do you write in a linear fashion? Do you write the ending before you begin? Do you write out-of-order and then piece it all together? That’s the chat we’re having today on the […]

Podcast 8: Music When You Write + The Hard Road of Being An Indie Author

March 2, 2020.Reading time less than 1 minute.

Today, it’s a 2-for1. What music do you listen to when you are writing your stories? and Giving high-fives to all my fellow indie authors: it’s a tough road to traverse, and we’re talking about it on the podcast. * Stephanie Verni is Professor of Communication at Stevenson University. She has authored five works […]

Podcast 4 – Addressing Some Questions From Last Week’s Book Talk

January 27, 2020.Reading time 1 minute.

Hi All! Today’s podcast begins with a review of some of the questions I received at last week’s book talk at the library. I’m hoping the answers will help you as you continue your writing journey. Let me know if you have any other questions — I am HAPPY to help in any way I […]

My First Podcast – Inspiring You To Write

November 1, 2017.Reading time less than 1 minute.

on Steph’s Scribe Hi, you guys! I am very excited to share with you my very first PODCAST! With some advice from some of my super-techno-savvy students who broadcast their own podcasts, I decided that creating a podcast was something I wanted to incorporate into my blogging life. In light of the kick-off of National […]