Rebecca Monterusso's guest appearances

Rebecca Monterusso

The Author Life

A Story That Works

Story Effect

Griffin Gartner

Gabriela Pereira

Jeff Kinney

Marcus Aurelieus

Yvonne Carder

Kevin Potter

Abigail Perry

Lisa Wade

J. Thorn

Amanda Boisselle

Kim Kessler

Courtney Harrell

Leslie Watts

Gail Hayes

Lori Puma

OwlTail

This episode is all about self-editing: what is it, why do you need it, and what the heck does it encompass? What's the point of self-editing if you can just ask an editor for help? Rebecca talks about that on this episode (hint: it's critical to get another set of eyes on your writing, learning to self-edit can save you time later on because you're growing your skills, can save you money, and can help you be more intentional with your goals). Listen to Rebecca talk about all the things she'd change in this story from season 1. If you don't already know, Rebecca is a writer and certified Story Grid editor who’s attended two McKee seminars, hosted workshops at Barnes and Noble, and self-published a nonfiction book on writing. She produces a podcast called A Story That Works and currently creates content for ROI Online. Her writing has been featured on Havok, Jane Friedman, The Creative Penn, and DIY MFA. She’s a pretty good crocheter, avid reader, amateur graphic designer, and loves traveling the world. Short story is currently her favorite medium for writing fiction. You can find out more at www.creativitythroughconstraints.com. Things I mention on this episode: Some of these links (marked with an *) are affiliate links, which means I earn a small commission if you click on and make a purchase from them. Your price doesn't change either way.  The Story Grid* by Shawn Coyne Story* by Robert McKee Jane Friedman: What Does it Mean to Write a Scene that Works? The Creative Penn: 6 Things to Consider Before Writing a Novel DIYMFA: 5 Reasons it’s Time to Call in an Editor and 5 Essentials for Every Scene Story Grid: Writing Scenes that Work; Our Writer’s vs Editor’s Brains; Analyzing a Masterwork: The Knife of Never Letting Go; How Reading Better Can Help You Write Better; What Does it Mean to Write, Read, and Live with Intention?; From Initial Idea to Publishable Draft; Practical Steps to Improve Your Craft My fiction is on https://gohavok.com/ which requires a subscription to read My book: The 30 Day Writing Challenge

This episode is all about self-editing: what is it, why do you need it, and what the heck does it encompass? What's the point of self-editing if you can just ask an editor for help? Rebecca talks about that on this episode (hint: it's critical to get another set of eyes on your writing, learning to self-edit can save you time later on because you're growing your skills, can save you money, and can help you be more intentional with your goals). Listen to Rebecca talk about all the things she'd change in this story from season 1. If you don't already know, Rebecca is a writer and certified Story Grid editor who’s attended two McKee seminars, hosted workshops at Barnes and Noble, and self-published a nonfiction book on writing. She produces a podcast called A Story That Works and currently creates content for ROI Online. Her writing has been featured on Havok, Jane Friedman, The Creative Penn, and DIY MFA. She’s a pretty good crocheter, avid reader, amateur graphic designer, and loves traveling the world. Short story is currently her favorite medium for writing fiction. You can find out more at <a href="http://www.creativitythroughconstraints.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.creativitythroughconstraints.com</a>. Things I mention on this episode: Some of these links (marked with an *) are affiliate links, which means I earn a small commission if you click on and make a purchase from them. Your price doesn't change either way. <ul> <li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1936891352/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=1936891352&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=rsmonterusso-20&amp;linkId=809a3bbb63889812d46412074d92ebfd" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Story Grid</a>* by Shawn Coyne</li> <li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0060391685/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=0060391685&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=rsmonterusso-20&amp;linkId=dbe3a41b404530c39d26b6b9516d7635" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Story</a>* by Robert McKee</li> <li><a href="https://www.janefriedman.com/what-does-it-mean-to-write-a-scene-that-works/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jane Friedman</a>: What Does it Mean to Write a Scene that Works?</li> <li><a href="https://www.thecreativepenn.com/2018/09/05/consider-before-writing-a-novel/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Creative Penn</a>: 6 Things to Consider Before Writing a Novel</li> <li>DIYMFA: <a href="https://diymfa.com/writing/5onfri-five-reasons-time-call-editor" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">5 Reasons it’s Time to Call in an Editor</a> and <a href="https://diymfa.com/writing/5onfri-five-essentials-every-scene" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">5 Essentials for Every Scene</a></li> <li>Story Grid: <a href="https://storygrid.com/writing-scenes-work/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Writing Scenes that Work</a>; <a href="https://storygrid.com/writers-vs-editors-brains/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Our Writer’s vs Editor’s Brains</a>; <a href="https://storygrid.com/analyzing-masterwork-knife-never-letting-go/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Analyzing a Masterwork: The Knife of Never Letting Go</a>; <a href="https://storygrid.com/how-reading-better-can-help-you-write-better/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">How Reading Better Can Help You Write Better</a>; <a href="https://storygrid.com/what-does-it-mean-to-write-read-and-live-with-intention/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">What Does it Mean to Write, Read, and Live with Intention?</a>; <a href="https://storygrid.com/from-initial-idea-to-publishable-draft/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">From Initial Idea to Publishable Draft</a>; <a href="https://storygrid.com/practical-steps-to-improve-your-craft/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Practical Steps to Improve Your Craft</a></li> <li>My fiction is on <a href="https://gohavok.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://gohavok.com/</a> which requires a subscription to read</li> <li>My book: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/30-Day-Writing-Challenge-no-nonsense-getting-ebook/dp/B07H4S88BQ/ref=sr_1_8?sprefix=the%2B30%2Bday%2Bwriting%2B%252Caps%252C170&amp;sr=8-8&amp;keywords=the%2B30%2Bday%2Bwriting%2Bchallenge&amp;crid=3336228M95KS4&amp;dchild=1&amp;qid=1593402938" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The 30 Day Writing Challenge</a></li></ul>

2.8 Rebecca Monterusso: Using Self-Editing Techniques

Writer and Story Grid Editor Rebecca Monterusso believes in the balance and beauty of gray zones. In this episode of Story Effect, Abigail Perry and Rebecca discuss how various characters in Rebecca’s fantasy favorites–the Marvel Universe, Harry Potter, and Dr. Who–exemplify this belief, and why using stories to embrace empathy in humanity’s imperfections will change the world for the better.  Listen to this episode to reflect on the balance of good and evil in all of us, and how we can use stories to better understand and accept all people and circumstances. Email Abigail at abigailkperry [AT] gmail [DOT] com to continue the conversation. *****Interested in some other topics discussed in this podcast? Explore these resources for your own creative journey.  The Marvel Universe: Don't miss out on these amazing stories and films, especially Infinity War!The Harry Potter series (need I say more?!)The epic BBC series Dr. Who is available now on Amazon Prime! Rebecca Monterusso: Visit Rebecca’s website to learn about her writing, podcast, and editing services. Intro Music: “Open Those Bright Eyes” by Kevin MacLeod, edited for this podcast’s intro and closing. License: Creative Commons 

Writer and Story Grid Editor Rebecca Monterusso believes in the balance and beauty of gray zones. In this episode of Story Effect, Abigail Perry and Rebecca discuss how various characters in Rebecca’s fantasy favorites–the Marvel Universe, Harry Potter, and Dr. Who–exemplify this belief, and why using stories to embrace empathy in humanity’s imperfections will change the world for the better.  Listen to this episode to reflect on the balance of good and evil in all of us, and how we can use stories to better understand and accept all people and circumstances. Email Abigail at abigailkperry [AT] gmail [DOT] com to continue the conversation. ***** Interested in some other topics discussed in this podcast? Explore these resources for your own creative journey.  <ul><li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6ZfuNTqbHE8&amp;feature=emb_logo" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Marvel Universe</a>: Don't miss out on these amazing stories and films, especially Infinity War!</li><li>The <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/series/45175-harry-potter" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Harry Potter series</a> (need I say more?!)</li><li>The epic BBC series <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Doctor-Who-Season-1/dp/B003LQ3YXU" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dr. Who</a> is available now on Amazon Prime! </li><li><a href="https://creativitythroughconstraints.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Rebecca Monterusso</a>: Visit Rebecca’s website to learn about her writing, podcast, and editing services. </li><li>Intro Music: <a href="https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4171-open-those-bright-eyes" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">“Open Those Bright Eyes”</a> by Kevin MacLeod, edited for this podcast’s intro and closing. <a href="http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">License: Creative Commons </a></li></ul>

Rebecca Monterusso on THE EFFECT OF: Good and Evil and How Characters like Thanos, Shapeshifters in Harry Potter, and Dr. Who Remind Us of the Beauty and Balance in Gray Zones

They are supposed to tell us the truth where we can’t see it in order to make us better writers.Read the transcript - https://theauthorlife.com/dont-pout-work-it-out-by-rebecca-monterusso/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

They are supposed to tell us the truth where we can’t see it in order to make us better writers.Read the transcript - <a href="https://theauthorlife.com/dont-pout-work-it-out-by-rebecca-monterusso/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://theauthorlife.com/dont-pout-work-it-out-by-rebecca-monterusso/</a> See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.

Don’t pout. Work it out. By Rebecca Monterusso