Hey there! I'm stoked to finally reveal my latest podcast: Wizards, Warriors, &amp; Words. Jointly hosted by myself, Michael R. Fletcher, Dyrk Ashton, and Rob J. Hayes, each episode we explore an element of writing, editing, publishing, and marketing, with a focus on fantasy stories. Between us, we've published around 25 books - in both the traditional and self-published worlds. The first 3rd episodes are available to listen to for FREE right now. New episodes every week. In this particular Novel Analyst episode, I share episode 1 of the WWW podcast, where we discuss our best tips for writing great characters. Enjoy!  Subscribe to the Wizards, Warriors, &amp; Words podcast now:  Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/wizards-warriors-words-a-fantasy-writing-advice-podcast/id1526146915 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/48tHxinnYSUTm8Z1rCIONf Anchor: https://anchor.fm/wizardswarriorswords YouTube: http://youtube.com/channel/UCVjB-qFoNxNbQq0S3boWxIA Join Jed Herne's email newsletter for a free short story &amp; behind-the-scenes updates: https://jedherne.com/lies  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message

Hey there! I'm stoked to finally reveal my latest podcast: Wizards, Warriors, &amp; Words. Jointly hosted by myself, Michael R. Fletcher, Dyrk Ashton, and Rob J. Hayes, each episode we explore an element of writing, editing, publishing, and marketing, with a focus on fantasy stories. Between us, we've published around 25 books - in both the traditional and self-published worlds. The first 3rd episodes are available to listen to for FREE right now. New episodes every week. In this particular Novel Analyst episode, I share episode 1 of the WWW podcast, where we discuss our best tips for writing great characters. Enjoy! Subscribe to the Wizards, Warriors, &amp; Words podcast now: Apple Podcasts: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/wizards-warriors-words-a-fantasy-writing-advice-podcast/id1526146915" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/wizards-warriors-words-a-fantasy-writing-advice-podcast/id1526146915</a> Spotify: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/48tHxinnYSUTm8Z1rCIONf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://open.spotify.com/show/48tHxinnYSUTm8Z1rCIONf</a> Anchor: <a href="https://anchor.fm/wizardswarriorswords" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/wizardswarriorswords</a> YouTube: <a href="http://youtube.com/channel/UCVjB-qFoNxNbQq0S3boWxIA" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://youtube.com/channel/UCVjB-qFoNxNbQq0S3boWxIA</a> Join Jed Herne's email newsletter for a free short story &amp; behind-the-scenes updates: <a href="https://jedherne.com/lies" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://jedherne.com/lies</a> --- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message</a>

Introducing: Wizards, Warriors, & Words - my new fantasy writing advice podcast!

Brandon Sanderson

My in-depth thoughts on Shadows of Self (Mistborn, #5) by Brandon Sanderson. Email: jed@jedherne.com Booknest Reviews: https://booknest.eu/review-2/jed--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message

My in-depth thoughts on Shadows of Self (Mistborn, #5) by Brandon Sanderson. Email: jed@jedherne.com Booknest Reviews: <a href="https://booknest.eu/review-2/jed" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://booknest.eu/review-2/jed</a>--- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message</a>

55. [Book Review] Shadows of Self - Mistborn 5 - by Brandon Sanderson

I was recently interviewed by Lavender Lass Books about Across the Broken Stars - my entry into this year's Self-Published Fantasy Book-Off, run by Mark Lawrence. This episode is the audio version of that interview. Enjoy!  Twitter: @JedHerne Email: jed(at)jedherne.com    ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message

I was recently interviewed by Lavender Lass Books about Across the Broken Stars - my entry into this year's Self-Published Fantasy Book-Off, run by Mark Lawrence. This episode is the audio version of that interview. Enjoy! Twitter: @JedHerne Email: jed(at)<a href="http://jedherne.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">jedherne.com</a> --- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message</a>

Q & A with Jed - why I write fantasy, why did I self-publish, and the state of the fantasy genre

Gabriel Bergmoser

Gabriel Bergmoser and I sat down to discuss The Hunted (his latest thriller novel) in depth. This is the third time I've interviewed him, and somehow he keeps getting better. The Hunted is my favourite book of his and it was enthralling to dive into the mind of its creator. Enjoy!    Buy The Hunted here:  https://www.gabrielbergmoser.com/novels.html @gobergmoser  www.gabrielbergmoser.com ------------------------------  Let me know what you thought on twitter:  @jedherne   ------------------------------  And if you'd like to try my own books, check out Fires of the Dead - a fast-paced fantasy novella, perfect for fans of The Hunted: https://jedherne.com/firesofthedead/--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message

Gabriel Bergmoser and I sat down to discuss The Hunted (his latest thriller novel) in depth. This is the third time I've interviewed him, and somehow he keeps getting better. The Hunted is my favourite book of his and it was enthralling to dive into the mind of its creator. Enjoy!    Buy The Hunted here:  <a href="https://www.gabrielbergmoser.com/novels.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.gabrielbergmoser.com/novels.html</a> @gobergmoser  <a href="http://www.gabrielbergmoser.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.gabrielbergmoser.com</a> ------------------------------  Let me know what you thought on twitter:  @jedherne   ------------------------------  And if you'd like to try my own books, check out Fires of the Dead - a fast-paced fantasy novella, perfect for fans of The Hunted: <a href="https://jedherne.com/firesofthedead/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://jedherne.com/firesofthedead/</a>--- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message</a>

54. [Interview] Gabriel Bergmoser talks about The Hunted, adapting his book into a major movie, and how to write gripping stories

Jed Herne

I recently did a live video in the Grimdark Fantasy Readers &amp; Writers group, answering Qs about my writing. It was a lot of fun! Here's the audio replay - enjoy! novelanalyst.com  And if you have any other questions, I love talking with you listeners - email me at: jed(at)jedherne.com  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message

I recently did a live video in the Grimdark Fantasy Readers &amp; Writers group, answering Qs about my writing. It was a lot of fun! Here's the audio replay - enjoy! <a href="https://novelanalyst.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">novelanalyst.com</a> And if you have any other questions, I love talking with you listeners - email me at: jed(at)<a href="http://jedherne.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">jedherne.com</a> --- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message</a>

Q & A with Jed Herne - My favourite character, the books that inspired me to start writing, and more

ROB J

I chat with Rob for the second time to discuss his latest grimdark fantasy trilogy, The War Eternal. The trilogy follows Eska, a young magician struggling to reconcile her urges for revenge with her longing for human connection. The books include:  Along the Razor’s Edge The Lessons Never Learned From Cold Ashes Risen  We also talk about overcoming doubts, Rob’s techniques for building captivating fantasy worlds, and which of his characters he’d share isolation with. Enjoy!  Show Notes: My BookNest review of The Lessons Never Learned: https://bit.ly/jedreviews Rob’s twitter: @RoboftheHayes Rob’s facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheHeresyWithin Rob’s blog: http://www.robjhayes.co.uk/ *** My twitter: @JedHerne  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message

I chat with Rob for the second time to discuss his latest grimdark fantasy trilogy, <a href="https://amzn.to/3bjdGPe" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The War Eternal</a>. The trilogy follows Eska, a young magician struggling to reconcile her urges for revenge with her longing for human connection. The books include: <ol> <li><a href="https://amzn.to/2Agubin" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Along the Razor’s Edge</a></li> <li><a href="https://amzn.to/2Agubin" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Lessons Never Learned</a></li> <li><a href="https://amzn.to/2Agubin" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">From Cold Ashes Risen</a></li> </ol> We also talk about overcoming doubts, Rob’s techniques for building captivating fantasy worlds, and which of his characters he’d share isolation with. Enjoy! Show Notes: My BookNest review of The Lessons Never Learned: <a href="https://bit.ly/jedreviews" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/jedreviews</a> Rob’s twitter: @RoboftheHayes Rob’s facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/TheHeresyWithin" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/TheHeresyWithin</a> Rob’s blog: <a href="http://www.robjhayes.co.uk/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.robjhayes.co.uk/</a> *** My twitter: <a href="https://novelanalyst456148177.wordpress.com/mentions/jedherne/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@JedHerne</a> --- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message</a>

53. [Interview] Rob J. Hayes – Writing a Fantasy Trilogy, Overcoming Doubts, and The War Eternal

Andrew Swann

S. Andrew Swann is the pen name of Steven Swiniarski. He has published over 26 novels since 1993. His recent works include Sword of the Slayer – an interactive fiction story from Choice of Games.    Show Notes:   Steven's website: sandrewswann.com Twitter: @SAndrewSwann  Facebook: facebook.com/sandrewswann Sword of the Slayer: choiceofgames.com/sword-of-the-slayer Steven's favorite books:  - American Gods  - Jim Butcher's Dresden Files  - Peter F. Hamilton's books  - Hyperion  - The Fireman by Joe Hill--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message

S. Andrew Swann is the pen name of Steven Swiniarski. He has published over 26 novels since 1993. His recent works include Sword of the Slayer – an interactive fiction story from Choice of Games.    Show Notes:   Steven's website: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?q=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.sandrewswann.com%2F&amp;v=uWYSaS0d5YE&amp;redir_token=EbfJjdcYihk0Jxq9UjboXAsaJgl8MTU4ODU1ODQzNkAxNTg4NDcyMDM2&amp;event=video_description" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">sandrewswann.com</a> Twitter: @SAndrewSwann  Facebook: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fsandrewswann%2F&amp;v=uWYSaS0d5YE&amp;redir_token=EbfJjdcYihk0Jxq9UjboXAsaJgl8MTU4ODU1ODQzNkAxNTg4NDcyMDM2&amp;event=video_description" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">facebook.com/sandrewswann</a> Sword of the Slayer: <a href="https://www.choiceofgames.com/sword-of-the-slayer/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">choiceofgames.com/sword-of-the-slayer</a> Steven's favorite books:  - American Gods  - Jim Butcher's Dresden Files  - Peter F. Hamilton's books  - Hyperion  - The Fireman by Joe Hill--- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message</a>

52. [Interview} S. Andrew Swann - Lessons learned from publishing 26 fantasy and sci-fi books

Joe Abercrombie

Red Country is an innovative and captivating work, merging the fantasy and western genres into something new and fresh. A big part of its success are Abercrombie's vivid and immersive descriptive language. This episode dissects how to write setting descriptions that make readers feel like they're part of your story's world.  Show Notes: My fantasy book, Across the Broken Stars, is free on Amazon until 01/05/2020! Get it here: https://amzn.to/2Ya3WEf Previous episodes on Joe Abercrombie's books:  Episode 50: Before They Are Hanged by Joe Abercrombie - A Simple Way to Craft Compelling Characters Episode 7: The Heroes by Joe Abercrombie - Exploring Theme Episode 2: The Blade Itself by Joe Abercrombie - Characterisation through Contradiction    ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message

Red Country is an innovative and captivating work, merging the fantasy and western genres into something new and fresh. A big part of its success are Abercrombie's vivid and immersive descriptive language. This episode dissects how to write setting descriptions that make readers feel like they're part of your story's world.  Show Notes: My fantasy book, Across the Broken Stars, is free on Amazon until 01/05/2020! Get it here: <a href="https://amzn.to/2Ya3WEf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://amzn.to/2Ya3WEf</a> Previous episodes on Joe Abercrombie's books: <ul> <li>Episode 50: <a href="https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/episodes/50--Before-They-Are-Hanged-by-Joe-Abercrombie---A-Simple-Way-to-Craft-Compelling-Characters-ecnq2k" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Before They Are Hanged by Joe Abercrombie - A Simple Way to Craft Compelling Characters</a></li> <li>Episode 7: <a href="https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/episodes/7---The-Heroes-by-Joe-Abercrombie---Exploring-Theme-e3ubud" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Heroes by Joe Abercrombie - Exploring Theme</a></li> <li>Episode 2: <a href="https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/episodes/2---The-Blade-Itself-by-Joe-Abercrombie---Characterisation-through-Contradiction-e3ubuj" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Blade Itself by Joe Abercrombie - Characterisation through Contradiction</a></li> </ul> --- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message</a>

51. Red Country by Joe Abercrombie - Concrete and Specific Setting Descriptions

Use this technique to generate compelling, flawed, three-dimensional characters.  Show Notes: Fires of the Dead - available in audiobook, ebook, &amp; paperback.  Link to all formats here: jedherne.com/firesofthedead Link to the audiobook deal: bit.ly/FOTDchirp Episode 2 - The Blade Itself by Joe Abercrombie - Characterisation through Contradiction: bit.ly/bladeitselfNA 7 - The Heroes by Joe Abercrombie - Exploring Theme: bit.ly/theheroesNA--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message

Use this technique to generate compelling, flawed, three-dimensional characters.  Show Notes: Fires of the Dead - available in audiobook, ebook, &amp; paperback.  Link to all formats here: <a href="https://jedherne.com/firesofthedead/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">jedherne.com/firesofthedead</a> Link to the audiobook deal: <a href="https://bit.ly/FOTDchirp" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">bit.ly/FOTDchirp</a> Episode 2 - The Blade Itself by Joe Abercrombie - Characterisation through Contradiction: <a href="https://bit.ly/bladeitselfNA" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">bit.ly/bladeitselfNA</a> 7 - The Heroes by Joe Abercrombie - Exploring Theme: <a href="https://bit.ly/theheroesNA" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">bit.ly/theheroesNA</a>--- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message</a>

50. Before They Are Hanged by Joe Abercrombie - A Simple Way to Craft Compelling Characters

Kate Heartfield

What does it take to write stories where readers' decisions affect the outcome? Kate Heartfield is an author of several historical fantasy and interactive fiction stories, including The Road to Canterbury, and The Magician’s Workshop, published by Choice of Games. Her fiction has won or been shortlisted for the Nebula, Locus, Aurora and Crawford awards. Twitter: @kateheartfield Website: heartfieldfiction.com Show Notes: The Magician's Workshop - her interactive fiction story set in Renaissance Florence. Jed's twitter: @jedherne Jed's email: jed.herne1(at)gmail.com--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message

What does it take to write stories where readers' decisions affect the outcome? Kate Heartfield is an author of several historical fantasy and interactive fiction stories, including The Road to Canterbury, and The Magician’s Workshop, published by Choice of Games. Her fiction has won or been shortlisted for the Nebula, Locus, Aurora and Crawford awards. Twitter: @kateheartfield Website: <a href="https://heartfieldfiction.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">heartfieldfiction.com</a> Show Notes: The Magician's Workshop - her interactive fiction story set in Renaissance Florence. Jed's twitter: @jedherne Jed's email: jed.herne1(at)<a href="http://gmail.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">gmail.com</a>--- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message</a>

49. [Interview] Kate Heartfield - Interactive Fiction and The Magician's Workshop

Hi! I’m Jed Herne, and I'm a fantasy author. My books include The Thunder Heist, Fires of the Dead, and Across the Broken Stars. Each episode I analyse a story to help you become a better writer. Sometimes I also interview other authors. Enjoy!jedherne.com novelanalyst.com

I normally analyse novels. On this episode, I'm pulling lessons from another storytelling form to see how it can improve our writing. Enjoy! Show Notes: My email - send me your comments/questions/queries - I respond to every message -&gt; jed.herne1(at)gmail.com Twitter: @jedherne Fires of the Dead - just $0.99 on Amazon for a limited time: https://amzn.to/39W9Xaq The Magician's Workshop: https://www.choiceofgames.com/magicians-workshop/ Sky Pirates of Actorious: https://www.choiceofgames.com/sky-pirates-of-actorius/--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message

I normally analyse novels. On this episode, I'm pulling lessons from another storytelling form to see how it can improve our writing. Enjoy! Show Notes: My email - send me your comments/questions/queries - I respond to every message -&gt; jed.herne1(at)<a href="http://gmail.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">gmail.com</a> Twitter: @jedherne Fires of the Dead - just $0.99 on Amazon for a limited time: <a href="https://amzn.to/39W9Xaq" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://amzn.to/39W9Xaq</a> The Magician's Workshop: <a href="https://www.choiceofgames.com/magicians-workshop/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.choiceofgames.com/magicians-workshop/</a> Sky Pirates of Actorious: <a href="https://www.choiceofgames.com/sky-pirates-of-actorius/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.choiceofgames.com/sky-pirates-of-actorius/</a>--- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message</a>

48. The Magician's Workshop by Kate Heartfield - Lessons from Interactive Fiction

Rob J. Hayes is the author of the Amazon Best Selling The Heresy Within, the SPFBO-winning piratical swashbuckler Where Loyalties Lie, and the critically acclaimed Never Die.  Website: www.robjhayes.co.uk Twitter: @RoboftheHayes Show Notes:  My grimdark fantasy novella, Fires of the Dead, just became the #1 bestseller on Amazon's 'Fantasy Adventure Fiction', 'Sword &amp; Sorcery', and various other charts. Read it here: https://jedherne.com/firesofthedead My Novel Analyst episode 46 on Never Die by Rob J. Hayes: https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/episodes/46--Never-Die-by-Rob-J--Hayes---Choreographing-Excellent-Ensemble-Casts-easrko Novel Analyst episode 41 on The Ember Blade by Chris Wooding: https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/episodes/41--The-Ember-Blade-by-Chris-Wooding---Nailing-the-Opening-48-Pages-e96cua--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message

Rob J. Hayes is the author of the Amazon Best Selling The Heresy Within, the SPFBO-winning piratical swashbuckler Where Loyalties Lie, and the critically acclaimed Never Die.  Website: <a href="http://www.robjhayes.co.uk/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.robjhayes.co.uk</a> Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/RoboftheHayes" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@RoboftheHayes</a> Show Notes: <ul> <li>My grimdark fantasy novella, Fires of the Dead, just became the #1 bestseller on Amazon's 'Fantasy Adventure Fiction', 'Sword &amp; Sorcery', and various other charts. Read it here: <a href="https://jedherne.com/firesofthedead" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://jedherne.com/firesofthedead</a></li> <li>My Novel Analyst episode 46 on Never Die by Rob J. Hayes: <a href="https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/episodes/46--Never-Die-by-Rob-J--Hayes---Choreographing-Excellent-Ensemble-Casts-easrko" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/episodes/46--Never-Die-by-Rob-J--Hayes---Choreographing-Excellent-Ensemble-Casts-easrko</a></li> <li>Novel Analyst episode 41 on The Ember Blade by Chris Wooding: <a href="https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/episodes/41--The-Ember-Blade-by-Chris-Wooding---Nailing-the-Opening-48-Pages-e96cua" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/episodes/41--The-Ember-Blade-by-Chris-Wooding---Nailing-the-Opening-48-Pages-e96cua</a></li></ul>--- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message</a>

47. [Interview] Rob J. Hayes on Viking Martial Arts, Achieving Success as a Self-Published Fantasy Author, and Turning Messy Drafts into Great Stories

My fantasy novella, Fires of the Dead, is free on Amazon for the next 4 days!  Check it out here: https://amzn.to/32BIwjC During its free period, it's reached:  #1 in Gaslamp Fantasy (Kindle Store) #1 in Action &amp; Adventure Fantasy (Kindle Store) #1 in Alternative History  It's only free in eBook form, but you can download the free Kindle app to read it on any device or computer. Enjoy!--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message

My fantasy novella, Fires of the Dead, is free on Amazon for the next 4 days!  Check it out here: <a href="https://amzn.to/32BIwjC" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://amzn.to/32BIwjC</a> During its free period, it's reached: <ul> <li>#1 in Gaslamp Fantasy (Kindle Store)</li> <li>#1 in Action &amp; Adventure Fantasy (Kindle Store)</li> <li>#1 in Alternative History</li> </ul> It's only free in eBook form, but you can download the free Kindle app to read it on any device or computer. Enjoy!--- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message</a>

Fires of the Dead is FREE for the next 4 days!

In this episode, I analyse the brilliant dynamics behind Rob J. Hayes' eclectic crew in his wonderful grimdark fantasy book, Never Die. Enjoy! Show Notes: Listen to me read chapter 1 of my latest fantasy novel, Across the Broken Stars: https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/episodes/Sneak-Peek---Chapter-1-of-Across-the-Broken-Stars---My-Upcoming-Space-Fantasy-Novel-ea9cnk/a-a1b1bre  (Or just scroll down in this podcast feed to find it manually). --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message

In this episode, I analyse the brilliant dynamics behind Rob J. Hayes' eclectic crew in his wonderful grimdark fantasy book, Never Die. Enjoy! Show Notes: Listen to me read chapter 1 of my latest fantasy novel, Across the Broken Stars: <a href="https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/episodes/Sneak-Peek---Chapter-1-of-Across-the-Broken-Stars---My-Upcoming-Space-Fantasy-Novel-ea9cnk/a-a1b1bre" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/episodes/Sneak-Peek---Chapter-1-of-Across-the-Broken-Stars---My-Upcoming-Space-Fantasy-Novel-ea9cnk/a-a1b1bre </a> (Or just scroll down in this podcast feed to find it manually). --- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message</a>

46. Never Die by Rob J. Hayes - Choreographing Excellent Ensemble Casts

Buy Across the Broken Stars here: jedherne.com/acrossthebrokenstars Today's episode features the audio recording from my latest book launch.  Enjoy! 00:00 - 10:20 - Jed's thoughts on how to become more creature 10:20 - 21:12 - Jed reads scene 1 from Across the Broken Stars 21:12 - onwards - Q &amp; A from the audience.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message

Buy Across the Broken Stars here: <a href="https://jedherne.com/acrossthebrokenstars" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">jedherne.com/acrossthebrokenstars</a> Today's episode features the audio recording from my latest book launch.  Enjoy! 00:00 - 10:20 - Jed's thoughts on how to become more creature 10:20 - 21:12 - Jed reads scene 1 from Across the Broken Stars 21:12 - onwards - Q &amp; A from the audience.--- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message</a>

Book Launch Party for Across the Broken Stars by Jed Herne

Buy a copy here: https://jedherne.com/broken And if you buy a copy before midnight Feb 9th, email your receipt to jed.herne1@gmail.com  to receive free bonuses, including:  The unedited first draft (which was 20 000 words shorter than the final novel) My original outline A free companion short story Other behind-the-scenes looks into my process.  Enjoy!  Full Blurb: Leon has a secret. He was once an angel – a winged warrior sworn to protect Paya, a realm where people live on discs that float in space. He failed. Now, Leon’s a broken man, trying to forget the past. He thinks he’s the last angel. But then a young fugitive stumbles onto Leon’s doorstep. She’s an angel, too. And she has a riddle leading to a place where angels still live. Or so the stories claim… Desperate for redemption, Leon begins a perilous quest through myth and folklore. But will Leon and the fugitive find their legendary destination? Or will Leon lose his last chance for salvation? Brutal and gripping, this is a story about a flawed man’s search for forgiveness.  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message

Buy a copy here: <a href="https://jedherne.com/acrossthebrokenstars" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://jedherne.com/broken</a> And if you buy a copy before midnight Feb 9th, email your receipt to jed.herne1@gmail.com  to receive free bonuses, including: <ul> <li>The unedited first draft (which was 20 000 words shorter than the final novel)</li> <li>My original outline</li> <li>A free companion short story</li> <li>Other behind-the-scenes looks into my process.</li> </ul> Enjoy! Full Blurb: <h3>Leon has a secret. He was once an angel – a winged warrior sworn to protect Paya, a realm where people live on discs that float in space.</h3> He failed. Now, Leon’s a broken man, trying to forget the past. He thinks he’s the last angel. But then a young fugitive stumbles onto Leon’s doorstep. She’s an angel, too. And she has a riddle leading to a place where angels still live. Or so the stories claim… Desperate for redemption, Leon begins a perilous quest through myth and folklore. But will Leon and the fugitive find their legendary destination? Or will Leon lose his last chance for salvation? Brutal and gripping, this is a story about a flawed man’s search for forgiveness. --- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message</a>

[Announcement] Across the Broken Stars by Jed Herne is out today!

Ursula K. Le Guin

The Left Hand of Darkness is a visionary sci-fi story about a lone human ambassador to Winter, an alien world whose inhabitants’ biology allows them to choose—and change—their gender. His goal is to facilitate Winter's inclusion in a growing intergalactic civilization. But to do so he must bridge the gulf between his own views and those of the completely different culture that he encounters. Exploring psychology, society, and human emotion on an alien world, The Left Hand of Darkness is as a landmark achievement - especially considering that it came out in 1969!  In this episode, I examined how despite being very slow-paced (or, perhaps, because of this), Le Guin's novel is incredibly engaging. Enjoy!  Show Notes:  Read my latest space fantasy novel, Across the Broken Stars (out today!): https://jedherne.com/broken Got thoughts? Email me at jed.herne1 (at) gmail.com - I love hearing from you and I respond to as many messages as I can.  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message

The Left Hand of Darkness is a visionary sci-fi story about a lone human ambassador to Winter, an alien world whose inhabitants’ biology allows them to choose—and change—their gender. His goal is to facilitate Winter's inclusion in a growing intergalactic civilization. But to do so he must bridge the gulf between his own views and those of the completely different culture that he encounters. Exploring psychology, society, and human emotion on an alien world, The Left Hand of Darkness is as a landmark achievement - especially considering that it came out in 1969! In this episode, I examined how despite being very slow-paced (or, perhaps, because of this), Le Guin's novel is incredibly engaging. Enjoy! Show Notes: Read my latest space fantasy novel, Across the Broken Stars (out today!): <a href="https://jedherne.com/acrossthebrokenstars" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://jedherne.com/broken</a> Got thoughts? Email me at jed.herne1 (at) <a href="http://gmail.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">gmail.com</a> - I love hearing from you and I respond to as many messages as I can. --- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message</a>

45. The Left Hand of Darkness by Ursula K. Le Guin - Crafting a Slow-Burning Narrative

Justin Call

An in-depth look at creating interesting, cohesive magic that improves your story in meaningful ways.  Show Notes:  My interview with Justin, author of Master of Sorrows: https://novelanalyst.com/2020/01/07/justin-call-interview/  My upcoming space fantasy book, Across the Broken Stars: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/49125250-across-the-broken-stars  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message

An in-depth look at creating interesting, cohesive magic that improves your story in meaningful ways.  Show Notes: My interview with Justin, author of Master of Sorrows: <a href="https://novelanalyst.com/2020/01/07/justin-call-interview/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://novelanalyst.com/2020/01/07/justin-call-interview/</a> My upcoming space fantasy book, Across the Broken Stars: <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/49125250-across-the-broken-stars" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/49125250-across-the-broken-stars</a> --- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message</a>

44. Master of Sorrows by Justin Call - Crafting Compelling Magic Systems

To celebrate the upcoming release of my epic space fantasy novel, Across the Broken Stars, I'm sharing chapter 1 of the book. The actual book releases on Feb 3rd, 2020. Click here to learn more: jedherne.com/acrossthebrokenstars Leon has a secret. He was once an angel – a winged warrior sworn to protect Paya, a realm where people live on discs that float in space. He failed. Now Leon’s a broken man, trying to forget the past. He thinks he’s the last angel. But then a young fugitive stumbles onto Leon’s doorstep. She’s an angel, too. And she has a riddle leading to a place where angels still live. Or so the stories claim… Desperate for redemption, Leon begins a perilous quest through myth and folklore. But will Leon and the fugitive find their legendary destination? Or will Leon lose his last chance for salvation? Brutal and gripping, this is a story about a flawed man’s search for forgiveness. “If you are looking for an epic fantasy that has a unique setting, this is it.” – Kate Valent, Reedsy Discovery.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message

To celebrate the upcoming release of my epic space fantasy novel, Across the Broken Stars, I'm sharing chapter 1 of the book. The actual book releases on Feb 3rd, 2020. Click here to learn more: <a href="https://jedherne.com/acrossthebrokenstars" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">jedherne.com/acrossthebrokenstars</a> <h3>Leon has a secret. He was once an angel – a winged warrior sworn to protect Paya, a realm where people live on discs that float in space.</h3> He failed. Now Leon’s a broken man, trying to forget the past. He thinks he’s the last angel. But then a young fugitive stumbles onto Leon’s doorstep. She’s an angel, too. And she has a riddle leading to a place where angels still live. Or so the stories claim… Desperate for redemption, Leon begins a perilous quest through myth and folklore. But will Leon and the fugitive find their legendary destination? Or will Leon lose his last chance for salvation? Brutal and gripping, this is a story about a flawed man’s search for forgiveness. “If you are looking for an epic fantasy that has a unique setting, this is it.” – Kate Valent, Reedsy Discovery.--- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message</a>

[Sneak Peek] - Chapter 1 of Across the Broken Stars - My Upcoming Space Fantasy Novel

Justin Call graduated from Harvard University in 2012 with a Master's in Literature and Creative Writing. He has studied fantasy literature for almost two decades and is the author of Master of Sorrows, Book 1 of The Silent Gods tetralogy. Justin is also the CEO of Broomstick Monkey Games and co-designer of the games Imperial Harvest, Royal Strawberries, Royal Scum, and 8 Kingdoms. He currently lives in Park City, Utah with his wife, his two sons, his Great Dane (Pippa) and his St. Bernard-Mastiff (Herbie).  Show Notes:  https://justintcall.com/ https://twitter.com/Justin_T_Call https://justintcall.com/master-of-sorrows/ Justin's top writing-advice books/resources:  - Save the Cat by Blake Snyder - The Power of Myth by Joseph Campbell - The Hero with a Thousand Faces by Joseph Campbell - The Writing Excuses podcast - 101 Habits of Highly Effective Writers - 101 Habits of Highly Effective Screenwriters Justin's top books/authors: - 'Crowfall' by Ed McDonald - Book of the Ancestor Series by Mark Lawrence - Anything by Brandon Sanderson (I second this suggestion).   My notes: Half-Baked Stories podcast @jedherne (Twitter, Instagram) jedherne.com  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message

Justin Call graduated from Harvard University in 2012 with a Master's in Literature and Creative Writing. He has studied fantasy literature for almost two decades and is the author of Master of Sorrows, Book 1 of The Silent Gods tetralogy. Justin is also the CEO of Broomstick Monkey Games and co-designer of the games Imperial Harvest, Royal Strawberries, Royal Scum, and 8 Kingdoms. He currently lives in Park City, Utah with his wife, his two sons, his Great Dane (Pippa) and his St. Bernard-Mastiff (Herbie). Show Notes: <a href="https://justintcall.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://justintcall.com/</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/Justin_T_Call" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/Justin_T_Call</a> <a href="https://justintcall.com/master-of-sorrows/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://justintcall.com/master-of-sorrows/</a> Justin's top writing-advice books/resources: - Save the Cat by Blake Snyder - The Power of Myth by Joseph Campbell - The Hero with a Thousand Faces by Joseph Campbell - The Writing Excuses podcast - 101 Habits of Highly Effective Writers - 101 Habits of Highly Effective Screenwriters Justin's top books/authors: - 'Crowfall' by Ed McDonald - Book of the Ancestor Series by Mark Lawrence - Anything by Brandon Sanderson (I second this suggestion).  My notes: <a href="https://anchor.fm/halfbakedstories" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Half-Baked Stories podcast</a> @jedherne (Twitter, Instagram) <a href="https://jedherne.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">jedherne.com</a> --- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message</a>

43. [Interview] Justin Call - Author of Master of Sorrows - board games, fantasy, and the creative life

Hi! I’m Jed Herne, and I'm a fantasy author. My books include The Thunder Heist, Fires of the Dead, and Across the Broken Stars. Each episode I analyse a story to help you become a better writer. Sometimes I also interview other authors. Enjoy! <a href="http://jedherne.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">jedherne.com</a> <a href="http://novelanalyst.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">novelanalyst.com</a>

The Novel Analyst Podcast: Creative Writing Advice & Author Interviews

Starting a new series! In addition to your normal Novel Analyst episodes, for the next month I’ll be posting a Quick Writing Tip episode every Monday. Let me know what you think and if you want more of them, email jed.herne1@gmail.com or hit me up on twitter @JedHerne. Also, if you want free sci-fi and fantasy stories by yours truly, go to jedherne.com/club. It’ll let you join my brand new Reader Club, and when you do that I’ll send you 5 free short stories, plus some exclusive bonus content. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message

Starting a new series! In addition to your normal Novel Analyst episodes, for the next month I’ll be posting a Quick Writing Tip episode every Monday. Let me know what you think and if you want more of them, email <a href="mailto:jed.herne1@gmail.com">jed.herne1@gmail.com</a> or hit me up on twitter @JedHerne. Also, if you want free sci-fi and fantasy stories by yours truly, go to <a href="https://jedherne.com/club/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">jedherne.com/club</a>. It’ll let you join my brand new Reader Club, and when you do that I’ll send you 5 free short stories, plus some exclusive bonus content. --- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message</a>

Stay off the nose - Quick Writing Tip 001

Robert Heinlein

Done poorly, midpoints can bog down your story with annoying slowness. That's not the case in today's novel, which showcases one possible solution to avoiding the dreaded soggy middle. Twitter: @JedHerne Email: jed.herne1@gmail.com Show notes (links to books &amp; articles I mentioned, etc.): novelanalyst.com Join my VIP email list: novelanalyst.com/email--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message

Done poorly, midpoints can bog down your story with annoying slowness. That's not the case in today's novel, which showcases one possible solution to avoiding the dreaded soggy middle. Twitter: @JedHerne Email: <a href="mailto:jed.herne1@gmail.com">jed.herne1@gmail.com</a> Show notes (links to books &amp; articles I mentioned, etc.): <a href="novelanalyst.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">novelanalyst.com</a> Join my VIP email list: <a href="https://novelanalyst.com/email/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">novelanalyst.com/email</a>--- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message</a>

4 - The Moon is a Harsh Mistress by Robert Heinlein - Writing an Amazing Midpoint

Let me know what you think of these short bonus episodes by emailing jed.herne1@gmail.com. Also, if you want free sci-fi and fantasy stories written by me, go to jedherne.com/club. It’ll let you join my brand new Reader Club, and when you do that I’ll send you 5 free short stories, plus exclusive bonus content. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message

Let me know what you think of these short bonus episodes by emailing <a href="mailto:jed.herne1@gmail.com">jed.herne1@gmail.com</a>. Also, if you want free sci-fi and fantasy stories written by me, go to <a href="https://jedherne.com/club/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">jedherne.com/club</a>. It’ll let you join my brand new Reader Club, and when you do that I’ll send you 5 free short stories, plus exclusive bonus content. --- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message</a>

Truth in writing - Quick Storytelling Tips 003

Neil Gaiman

21 - The Graveyard Book by Neil Gaiman - Meaningful Endings and the Truth.   Truth. It's one of the most important aspects of story - especially of stories that are fantastical. In this episode, I explore how Gaiman created a truthful, meaningful, and emotional resonant ending to his Hugo and Newberry award-winning novel: The Graveyard Book. (Includes bonus singing from yours truly) Enjoy!  Shownotes: Twitter: @JedHerne Email: jed.herne1 [at] gmail.com Website: novelanalyst.com Join my VIP email list: novelanalyst.com/email  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message

21 - The Graveyard Book by Neil Gaiman - Meaningful Endings and the Truth.  Truth. It's one of the most important aspects of story - especially of stories that are fantastical. In this episode, I explore how Gaiman created a truthful, meaningful, and emotional resonant ending to his Hugo and Newberry award-winning novel: The Graveyard Book. (Includes bonus singing from yours truly) Enjoy! Shownotes: Twitter: @JedHerne Email: jed.herne1 [at] <a href="http://gmail.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">gmail.com</a> Website: <a href="../../../content/novelanalyst.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">novelanalyst.com</a> Join my VIP email list: <a href="https://novelanalyst.com/email/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">novelanalyst.com/email</a> --- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message</a>

21 - The Graveyard Book by Neil Gaiman - Meaningful Endings and the Truth

7 - The Heroes by Joe Abercrombie - Exploring Theme.   This is one of the best books I've read this year, and what made it strong was Abercrombie's masterful control of theme. Today, I examine how The Heroes doesn't cram a moral down readers throats, but instead uses characters, structure, and symbolism to explore how in a war it's impossible to be a hero in every way and at every time ... Twitter: @JedHerne Email: jed.herne1@gmail.com Show notes (links to books &amp; articles I mentioned, etc.): novelanalyst.com/episode7 Join my VIP email list: novelanalyst.com/email  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message

7 - The Heroes by Joe Abercrombie - Exploring Theme.  This is one of the best books I've read this year, and what made it strong was Abercrombie's masterful control of theme. Today, I examine how The Heroes doesn't cram a moral down readers throats, but instead uses characters, structure, and symbolism to explore how in a war it's impossible to be a hero in every way and at every time ... Twitter: @JedHerne Email: <a href="mailto:jed.herne1@gmail.com">jed.herne1@gmail.com</a> Show notes (links to books &amp; articles I mentioned, etc.): <a href="novelanalyst.com/episode7" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">novelanalyst.com/episode7</a> Join my VIP email list: <a href="https://novelanalyst.com/email/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">novelanalyst.com/email</a> --- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message</a>

7 - The Heroes by Joe Abercrombie - Exploring Theme

 26 - Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone by J. K. Rowling - Ring Structure   I've wanted to do this for a long time, and it's finally here: an analysis of one of my top novels of all time ... In this episode, I dive super deep into the circular structure of Rowling's masterpiece. Be warned: you won't look at Harry Potter the same way after hearing this dissection ... Enjoy!  Shownotes: Harry Potter as Ring Composition and Ring Cycle By John Granger http://www.lulu.com/au/en/shop/john-granger/harry-potter-as-ring-composition-and-ring-cycle/paperback/product-13042044.html Harry Potter - Hedwig's Theme (Piano Version) Piano Version by Patrik Pietschmann https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jTPXwbDtIpA John Williams - Buckbeak's Flight (Extended) | London Symphony Orchestra https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DLiXPbjaZrA Twitter: @JedHerne Email: jed.herne1 [at] gmail.com Website: novelanalyst.com Join my VIP email list: novelanalyst.com/email  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message

26 - Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone by J. K. Rowling - Ring Structure  I've wanted to do this for a long time, and it's finally here: an analysis of one of my top novels of all time ... In this episode, I dive super deep into the circular structure of Rowling's masterpiece. Be warned: you won't look at Harry Potter the same way after hearing this dissection ... Enjoy! Shownotes: Harry Potter as Ring Composition and Ring Cycle By John Granger <a href="http://www.lulu.com/au/en/shop/john-granger/harry-potter-as-ring-composition-and-ring-cycle/paperback/product-13042044.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.lulu.com/au/en/shop/john-granger/harry-potter-as-ring-composition-and-ring-cycle/paperback/product-13042044.html</a> Harry Potter - Hedwig's Theme (Piano Version) Piano Version by Patrik Pietschmann <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jTPXwbDtIpA" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jTPXwbDtIpA</a> John Williams - Buckbeak's Flight (Extended) | London Symphony Orchestra <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DLiXPbjaZrA" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DLiXPbjaZrA</a> Twitter: @JedHerne Email: jed.herne1 [at] <a href="http://gmail.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">gmail.com</a> Website: <a href="https://four.libsyn.com/content/novelanalyst.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">novelanalyst.com</a> Join my VIP email list: <a href="https://novelanalyst.com/email/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">novelanalyst.com/email</a> --- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message</a>

26 - Harry Potter and the Philosophers Stone by J. K. Rowling - Ring Structure

Joe Abercrombie writes some of the most realistic, fleshed-out, and interesting characters in modern fantasy. Today, I'll analyse what makes his characters so complex.  Twitter: @JedHerne Email: jed.herne1@gmail.com Shownotes (links to books I mentioned, etc.): novelanalyst.com/episode2 Join my VIP email list: novelanalyst.com/email--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message

Joe Abercrombie writes some of the most realistic, fleshed-out, and interesting characters in modern fantasy. Today, I'll analyse what makes his characters so complex.  Twitter: @JedHerne Email: <a href="mailto:jed.herne1@gmail.com">jed.herne1@gmail.com</a> Shownotes (links to books I mentioned, etc.): <a href="http://novelanalyst.com/episode2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">novelanalyst.com/episode2</a> Join my VIP email list: <a href="http://novelanalyst.com/email" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">novelanalyst.com/email</a>--- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message</a>

2 - The Blade Itself by Joe Abercrombie - Characterisation through Contradiction

20 - Elantris by Brandon Sanderson - Avalanche Endings.  If you want to learn how to write explosive, fast-paced, balastic endings, Elantris is an excellent novel to study - which is what I do in this episode! Enjoy! Shownotes: Twitter: @JedHerne Email: jed.herne1 [at] gmail.com Website: novelanalyst.com Join my VIP email list: novelanalyst.com/email--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message

20 - Elantris by Brandon Sanderson - Avalanche Endings.  If you want to learn how to write explosive, fast-paced, balastic endings, Elantris is an excellent novel to study - which is what I do in this episode! Enjoy! Shownotes: Twitter: @JedHerne Email: jed.herne1 [at] <a href="http://gmail.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">gmail.com</a> Website: <a href="../../../content/novelanalyst.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">novelanalyst.com</a> Join my VIP email list: <a href="https://novelanalyst.com/email/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">novelanalyst.com/email</a>--- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message</a>

20 - Elantris by Brandon Sanderson - Avalanche Endings

22 - The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald - Finding your Perfect Prose.  Fitzgerald's classic chronicle of the Jazz age is often praised for its wonderful prose. In this episode, I examine what makes his prose so stylistically appealing - and we look at how you can write better prose. Keep beating on, boats against the current! Shownotes: Twitter: @JedHerne Email: jed.herne1 [at] gmail.com Website: novelanalyst.com Join my VIP email list: novelanalyst.com/email--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message

22 - The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald - Finding your Perfect Prose.  Fitzgerald's classic chronicle of the Jazz age is often praised for its wonderful prose. In this episode, I examine what makes his prose so stylistically appealing - and we look at how you can write better prose. Keep beating on, boats against the current! Shownotes: Twitter: @JedHerne Email: jed.herne1 [at] <a href="http://gmail.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">gmail.com</a> Website: <a href="../../../content/novelanalyst.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">novelanalyst.com</a> Join my VIP email list: <a href="https://novelanalyst.com/email/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">novelanalyst.com/email</a>--- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message</a>

22 - The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald - Finding your Perfect Prose

Leigh Bardugo

25 - Crooked Kingdom by Leigh Bardugo - The Art of Setting Descriptions.  In this fantastic YA fantasy novel, the town of Ketterdam is a living, breathing, three-dimensional creation: as much a character as any of the other (brilliant) characters in this story. Bardugo is a master of making a setting come to life. In today's in-depth episode, I analyse a scene to extract key techniques writers can use to improve their setting descriptions. No mourners, no funerals.  Shownotes: Twitter: @JedHerne Email: jed.herne1 [at] gmail.com Website: novelanalyst.com Join my VIP email list: novelanalyst.com/email  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message

25 - Crooked Kingdom by Leigh Bardugo - The Art of Setting Descriptions.  In this fantastic YA fantasy novel, the town of Ketterdam is a living, breathing, three-dimensional creation: as much a character as any of the other (brilliant) characters in this story. Bardugo is a master of making a setting come to life. In today's in-depth episode, I analyse a scene to extract key techniques writers can use to improve their setting descriptions. No mourners, no funerals.  Shownotes: Twitter: @JedHerne Email: jed.herne1 [at] <a href="http://gmail.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">gmail.com</a> Website: <a href="../../../content/novelanalyst.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">novelanalyst.com</a> Join my VIP email list: <a href="https://novelanalyst.com/email/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">novelanalyst.com/email</a>  --- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message</a>

25 - Crooked Kingdom by Leigh Bardugo - The Art of Setting Descriptions

Let me know what you think of these short bonus episodes by emailing jed.herne1@gmail.com. Also, if you want free sci-fi and fantasy stories by yours truly, go to jedherne.com/club. It’ll let you join my brand new Reader Club, and when you do that I’ll send you 5 free short stories, plus some exclusive bonus content. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message

Let me know what you think of these short bonus episodes by emailing <a href="mailto:jed.herne1@gmail.com">jed.herne1@gmail.com</a>. Also, if you want free sci-fi and fantasy stories by yours truly, go to <a href="https://jedherne.com/club/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">jedherne.com/club</a>. It’ll let you join my brand new Reader Club, and when you do that I’ll send you 5 free short stories, plus some exclusive bonus content. --- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message</a>

Theme is not preaching - Quick Writing Tip 002

Douglas Adams

23 - The Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams pt. 1 - Why Characters Don't Matter.  This absurdly funny sci-fi comedy is a fantastic example of how you don't always need amazing characters to create an amazing story. Buckle up as we use Orson Scott Card's MICE quotient to analyse what makes this novel work. And remember: don't panic!  Shownotes: http://www.sfcenter.ku.edu/Workshop-stuff/MICE-Quotient.htm Twitter: @JedHerne Email: jed.herne1 [at] gmail.com Website: novelanalyst.com Join my VIP email list: novelanalyst.com/email  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message

23 - The Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams pt. 1 - Why Characters Don't Matter. This absurdly funny sci-fi comedy is a fantastic example of how you don't always need amazing characters to create an amazing story. Buckle up as we use Orson Scott Card's MICE quotient to analyse what makes this novel work. And remember: don't panic! Shownotes: <a href="http://www.sfcenter.ku.edu/Workshop-stuff/MICE-Quotient.htm" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.sfcenter.ku.edu/Workshop-stuff/MICE-Quotient.htm</a> Twitter: @JedHerne Email: jed.herne1 [at] <a href="http://gmail.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">gmail.com</a> Website: <a href="../../../content/novelanalyst.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">novelanalyst.com</a> Join my VIP email list: <a href="https://novelanalyst.com/email/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">novelanalyst.com/email</a> --- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message</a>

23 - The Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams pt. 1 - Why Characters Don't Matter

Derek Landy

27 - Skulduggery Pleasant - Death Bringer by Derek Landy - The Gap Backstories matter, but they can be hard to execute. This episode deconstructs how Landy uses the idea of the Gap to create intriguing character backstories that readers crave to learn. Enjoy!  Shownotes: 19 - Skulduggery Pleasant by Derek Landy - The Art of Naming Twitter: @JedHerne Email: jed.herne1 [at] gmail.com Website: novelanalyst.com Join my VIP email list: novelanalyst.com/email   ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message

27 - Skulduggery Pleasant - Death Bringer by Derek Landy - The Gap Backstories matter, but they can be hard to execute. This episode deconstructs how Landy uses the idea of the Gap to create intriguing character backstories that readers crave to learn. Enjoy! Shownotes: <a href="https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/episodes/19---Skulduggery-Pleasant-by-Derek-Landy---The-Art-of-Naming-e3ubu1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">19 - Skulduggery Pleasant by Derek Landy - The Art of Naming</a> Twitter: @JedHerne Email: jed.herne1 [at] <a href="http://gmail.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">gmail.com</a> Website: <a href="https://four.libsyn.com/content/novelanalyst.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">novelanalyst.com</a> Join my VIP email list: <a href="https://novelanalyst.com/email/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">novelanalyst.com/email</a>  --- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message</a>

27 - Skulduggery Pleasant - Death Bringer by Derek Landy - The Gap

Harry Potter is successful (amoung many other reasons) for Rowling's fantastic use of suspense and mystery. Today, I analyse how you can use question arcs to create suspense in your own writing, and how suspense destroys 'soggy middle syndrome.'  Twitter: @JedHerne Email: jed.herne1@gmail.com Show notes (links to books I mentioned, etc.): novelanalyst.com Join my VIP email list: novelanalyst.com/email--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message

Harry Potter is successful (amoung many other reasons) for Rowling's fantastic use of suspense and mystery. Today, I analyse how you can use question arcs to create suspense in your own writing, and how suspense destroys 'soggy middle syndrome.'  Twitter: @JedHerne Email: <a href="mailto:jed.herne1@gmail.com">jed.herne1@gmail.com</a> Show notes (links to books I mentioned, etc.): <a href="http://novelanalyst.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">novelanalyst.com</a> Join my VIP email list: <a href="http://novelanalyst.com/email" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">novelanalyst.com/email</a>--- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message</a>

3 - Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince by J. K. Rowling - Creating Suspense Using Question Arcs

24 - The Hitchhikers' Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams pt. 2 - How to Write Funny.   In the second part of my analysis of Hitchhikers I extract micro and macro techniques for creating comedy. (You don't need to have listened to the 1st part for this to make sense). Enjoy!  Shownotes: https://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/FunWithHomophones  https://www.writersdigest.com/online-editor/humor-writing-filled-novel Twitter: @JedHerne Email: jed.herne1 [at] gmail.com Website: novelanalyst.com Join my VIP email list: novelanalyst.com/email  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message

24 - The Hitchhikers' Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams pt. 2 - How to Write Funny.  In the second part of my analysis of Hitchhikers I extract micro and macro techniques for creating comedy. (You don't need to have listened to the 1st part for this to make sense). Enjoy! Shownotes: <a href="https://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/FunWithHomophones" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/FunWithHomophones</a> <a href="https://www.writersdigest.com/online-editor/humor-writing-filled-novel" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> https://www.writersdigest.com/online-editor/humor-writing-filled-novel</a> Twitter: @JedHerne Email: jed.herne1 [at] <a href="http://gmail.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">gmail.com</a> Website: <a href="../../../content/novelanalyst.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">novelanalyst.com</a> Join my VIP email list: <a href="https://novelanalyst.com/email/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">novelanalyst.com/email</a> --- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message</a>

24 - The Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams pt. 2 - How to Write Funny

William Gibson

Neuromancer was a 1984 genre-defining novel - and it still has a lot to teach writers today. Settle in as I pull 6 key lessons out of this ground-breaking sci-fi novel.  Twitter: @JedHerne Email: jed.herne1@gmail.com Show notes (links to books &amp; articles I mentioned, etc.): novelanalyst.com/episode6 Join my VIP email list: novelanalyst.com/email--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message

Neuromancer was a 1984 genre-defining novel - and it still has a lot to teach writers today. Settle in as I pull 6 key lessons out of this ground-breaking sci-fi novel.  Twitter: @JedHerne Email: <a href="mailto:jed.herne1@gmail.com">jed.herne1@gmail.com</a> Show notes (links to books &amp; articles I mentioned, etc.): <a href="novelanalyst.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">novelanalyst.com/episode6</a> Join my VIP email list: <a href="https://novelanalyst.com/email/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">novelanalyst.com/email</a>--- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message</a>

6 - Neuromancer by William Gibson - 6 Lessons for Writers

Thomas Harris

Boone Shepard

5 - Gabriel Bergmoser Interview - Windmills, Boone Shepard, Movie Maintenance, and Red Dragon by Thomas Harris.  Today I'm changing things up from my normal analysis format by interviewing Gabe Bergmoser - one of my favourite Australian authors. Gabe is the author of Boone Shepard, Boone Shepard's American Adventure, and the forthcoming Boone Sheppard: The Silhouette and the Sacrifice. He's also a prolific playwright, winner of the Sir Peter Ustinov Television Scriptwriting Award, host of Movie Maintenance, and contributor to Movie Maintenance Presents. I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did! Shownotes (links to books Gabe mentioned &amp; more): novelanalyst.com/episode5 Twitter: @JedHerne  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message

5 - Gabriel Bergmoser Interview - Windmills, Boone Shepard, Movie Maintenance, and Red Dragon by Thomas Harris.  Today I'm changing things up from my normal analysis format by interviewing <a href="https://www.gabrielbergmoser.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Gabe Bergmoser</a> - one of my favourite Australian authors. Gabe is the author of <a href="https://amzn.to/2wqaG1V" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Boone Shepard</a>, <a href="https://amzn.to/2wmpgHA" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Boone Shepard's American Adventure</a>, and the forthcoming Boone Sheppard: The Silhouette and the Sacrifice. He's also a prolific playwright, winner of the Sir Peter Ustinov Television Scriptwriting Award, host of <a href="http://www.sanspantsradio.com/movie-maintenance/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Movie Maintenance</a>, and contributor to <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/movie-maintenance-presents/id1229523426?mt=2" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Movie Maintenance Presents</a>. I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did! Shownotes (links to books Gabe mentioned &amp; more): <a href="http://novelanalyst.com/episode5" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">novelanalyst.com/episode5</a> Twitter: @JedHerne  --- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/novelanalyst/message</a>

5 - Gabriel Bergmoser Interview - Windmills, Boone Shepard, Movie Maintenance, and Red Dragon by Thomas Harris

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During the 1960s the field of psychology focussed on the science of how past trauma creates present symptoms, and how to reduce people’s misery. Professor Martin Seligman wanted to change that focus. He’s become known as the Father of Positive Psychology, and he’s had a profound influence worldwide. In Part 1 of our 2 programs with Martin Seligman, hear him address an exclusive audience in Australia on happiness and human flourishing.

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Journaling is a bit of a buzzword in the productivity space, but with good reason. And in this episode, Mike and Brooks explain why it’s so important. They dive into the many benefits of journaling, and share 5 tips for making journaling actionable and effective. They explain how to implement a journaling habit, recommend some different tools and apps you can use, and explain how to make the habit stick. If you’ve never understood why you should journal or you have trouble doing it consistently, then this episode is for you. Get Podcast UpdatesDo you want to get an email with shownotes each time a podcast goes live? Then let us know where to send the updates by entering your first name and email.  Cheat Sheet  Why there’s a stigma associated with journaling (and why’s it isn’t true) [1:39] The benefits that come from pairing journaling and meditation [5:13] How journaling increases your mindfulness [7:53] The ways that journaling actually increases the likelihood that you will actually achieve your goals [9:55] How journaling strengthens self-discipline and improves communication skills [14:15] Why many people do something called “morning pages” and how it sets their day up for success [18:24] Why you don’t need to take a long time each day to journal (it’s the consistency that counts) [20:27] Why it is so important to keep your journal positive [24:09] The benefits of keeping a gratitude journal and how it impacts your outlook on your life [26:07] Why it is important to see the gains you’ve made by reviewing your journal [32:17] How to use journaling to identify pain points in your life so you can fix and solve them [36:38] AE recommendations for digital journals and apps you can use [38:38] Why you might want to use an analog journal and the benefits of pen and paper [48:42] Why it is so important for you to pick a time to journal that works for you and stick to it [55:03] Using automation and prompts to make journaling more efficient [58:24] 5 tips to make the most of your journaling experience [1:04:56] Why you should review your journal on a regular basis [1:06:19]  Links  SELF Journal TPS2: How to Get Started with Journaling TPS69: Journaling w/ Kendra Wright How to Take Massive Action on Your Goals by Implementing the 12 Week Year Effectively (TPS138) The 12 Week Year: Get More Done in 12 Weeks than Others Do in 12 Months 10% Happier by Dan Harris Huffington Post “10 Surprising Benefits You’ll Get From Keeping a Journal” Moodnotes Day One The Five Minute Journal TextExpander Evernote Launch Center Pro Journey app Baron Fig notebooks Field Notes Moleskine Rhodia notebook Bullet Journal Miracle Morning  If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast on iTunes, Stitcher, Overcast, PocketCast or your favorite podcast player. It’s easy, you’ll get new episodes automatically, and it also helps the show gain exposure. You can also leave a review! Here’s how. 

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Journaling is a bit of a buzzword in the productivity space, but with good reason. And in this episode, Mike and Brooks explain why it’s so important. They dive into the many benefits of journaling, and share 5 tips for making journaling actionable and effective. They explain how to implement a journaling habit, recommend some different tools and apps you can use, and explain how to make the habit stick. If you’ve never understood why you should journal or you have trouble doing it consistently, then this episode is for you. <h2>Get Podcast Updates</h2>Do you want to get an email with shownotes each time a podcast goes live? Then let us know where to send the updates by entering your first name and email. <h2>Cheat Sheet</h2> <ul> <li>Why there’s a stigma associated with journaling (and why’s it isn’t true) [1:39]</li> <li>The benefits that come from pairing journaling and meditation [5:13]</li> <li>How journaling increases your mindfulness [7:53]</li> <li>The ways that journaling actually increases the likelihood that you will actually achieve your goals [9:55]</li> <li>How journaling strengthens self-discipline and improves communication skills [14:15]</li> <li>Why many people do something called “morning pages” and how it sets their day up for success [18:24]</li> <li>Why you don’t need to take a long time each day to journal (it’s the consistency that counts) [20:27]</li> <li>Why it is so important to keep your journal positive [24:09]</li> <li>The benefits of keeping a gratitude journal and how it impacts your outlook on your life [26:07]</li> <li>Why it is important to see the gains you’ve made by reviewing your journal [32:17]</li> <li>How to use journaling to identify pain points in your life so you can fix and solve them [36:38]</li> <li>AE recommendations for digital journals and apps you can use [38:38]</li> <li>Why you might want to use an analog journal and the benefits of pen and paper [48:42]</li> <li>Why it is so important for you to pick a time to journal that works for you and stick to it [55:03]</li> <li>Using automation and prompts to make journaling more efficient [58:24]</li> <li>5 tips to make the most of your journaling experience [1:04:56]</li> <li>Why you should review your journal on a regular basis [1:06:19]</li> </ul> <h2>Links</h2> <ul> <li><a href="https://bestself.co/products/self-journal" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">SELF Journal</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.asianefficiency.com/podcast/002-journaling/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">TPS2: How to Get Started with Journaling</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.asianefficiency.com/podcast/069-kendra-wright/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">TPS69: Journaling w/ Kendra Wright</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.asianefficiency.com/podcast/138-12-week-year/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">How to Take Massive Action on Your Goals by Implementing the 12 Week Year Effectively (TPS138)</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.asianefficiency.com/likes/12-week-year/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">The 12 Week Year: Get More Done in 12 Weeks than Others Do in 12 Months</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.asianefficiency.com/likes/10-percent-happier/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">10% Happier by Dan Harris</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.huffingtonpost.com/thai-nguyen/benefits-of-journaling-_b_6648884.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Huffington Post “10 Surprising Benefits You’ll Get From Keeping a Journal”</a></li> <li><a href="https://moodnotes.thriveport.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Moodnotes</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.asianefficiency.com/likes/day-one/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Day One</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.intelligentchange.com/products/the-five-minute-journal" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">The Five Minute Journal</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.asianefficiency.com/likes/textexpander/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">TextExpander</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.asianefficiency.com/likes/evernote/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Evernote</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.asianefficiency.com/likes/launch-center-pro/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Launch Center Pro</a></li> <li><a href="https://2appstudio.com/journey/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Journey app</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.baronfig.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Baron Fig notebooks</a></li> <li><a href="https://fieldnotesbrand.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Field Notes</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.asianefficiency.com/likes/moleskine-plain-notebook-large/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Moleskine</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.asianefficiency.com/likes/rhodia-dotgrid-notebook/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Rhodia notebook</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.asianefficiency.com/likes/bullet-journal/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Bullet Journal</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.asianefficiency.com/likes/miracle-morning-book/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Miracle Morning</a></li> </ul> If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast on iTunes, Stitcher, Overcast, PocketCast or your favorite podcast player. 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Michael Sandel explores the philosophical justifications made for national borders. Using a pioneering state-of-the-art studio at the Harvard Business School, Professor Sandel is joined by 60 participants from over 30 countries in a truly global digital space. Is there any moral distinction between a political refugee and an economic migrant? If people have the right to exit a country, why not a right to enter? Do nations have the right to protect the affluence of their citizens? And is there such a thing as a 'national identity'? These are just some of the questions addressed by Professor Sandel in this first edition of The Global Philosopher.Audience producer: Louise ColettaProducer: David EdmondsEditor: Richard Knight(Image taken by Rose Lincoln)

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Michael Sandel explores the philosophical justifications made for national borders. Using a pioneering state-of-the-art studio at the Harvard Business School, Professor Sandel is joined by 60 participants from over 30 countries in a truly global digital space. Is there any moral distinction between a political refugee and an economic migrant? If people have the right to exit a country, why not a right to enter? Do nations have the right to protect the affluence of their citizens? And is there such a thing as a 'national identity'? These are just some of the questions addressed by Professor Sandel in this first edition of The Global Philosopher. Audience producer: Louise Coletta Producer: David Edmonds Editor: Richard Knight (Image taken by Rose Lincoln)

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In this episode of the Making Sense podcast, Sam Harris speaks with Yuval Noah Harari about his new book “21 Lessons for the 21st Century.” They discuss the importance of meditation for his intellectual life, the primacy of stories, the need to revise our fundamental assumptions about human civilization, the threats to liberal democracy, a world without work, universal basic income, the virtues of nationalism, the implications of AI and automation, and other topics. SUBSCRIBE to listen to the rest of this episode and gain access to all full-length episodes of the podcast at samharris.org/subscribe.

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In this episode of the Making Sense podcast, Sam Harris speaks with Yuval Noah Harari about his new book “21 Lessons for the 21st Century.” They discuss the importance of meditation for his intellectual life, the primacy of stories, the need to revise our fundamental assumptions about human civilization, the threats to liberal democracy, a world without work, universal basic income, the virtues of nationalism, the implications of AI and automation, and other topics. SUBSCRIBE to listen to the rest of this episode and gain access to all full-length episodes of the podcast at <a href="http://samharris.org/subscribe" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">samharris.org/subscribe</a>.

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