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Marion Roach Smith
QWERTY
Welcome to Qwerty, the podcast for writers on how to live the writing life. Host Marion Roach Smith interviews the best writers in all genres to discover their process. Qwerty is by, about and for writers and explores the real challenges of writing and the steps anyone can take to become a better storyteller. Listen in for writing tips, publishing advice and encouragement on how to live the writing life.
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4.8 stars from 109 ratings
Amazing resource!
I absolutely Love this podcast. I learn something every time I listen to it about writing in general and definitely about writing memoir. Not only that, I hear about wonderful books that I am intrigued to read and authors I want to know more about. Marion is an empathetic and perceptive...Read full review »
Not working, as usual via Apple Podcasts · Canada · 03/19/24
Always recommending this!
I belong to a couple writing groups and when other writers are asking for tips on writing, editing, drafts, story/theme, etc. I always find myself saying “Ya know, Marion just interviewed someone on her podcast about this!” I love her interview style and tendency for blending encouragement with...Read full review »
toast1200 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 12/11/23
Matt Mendez
Marion’s interview with Matt Mendez was exceptional. We should all listen to his wise words regarding the difference between a writer and an author in this time of book banning. So helpful. Also his “mechanic’s” approach to editing is fun and insightful. Great work Matt and Marion!
s z keller via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 11/19/23
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