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Best-selling and award-winning writers Danielle Trussoni and Walter Kirn continue their discussion of the writer/ editor relationship. A great book editor is indispensable for an author. But what happens if the relationship goes sour? This episode of the Writerly podcast discusses how to work with an editor under difficult conditions, what happens when the relationship breaks down, and how to move on after a difficult editorial experience. 

A great editor is can make an enormous difference in a writer's career. But how do you find the right one? Award-winning and bestselling writers Danielle Trussoni and Walter Kirn discuss what they look for in an editor. In the world of book publishing, editors do more than just read manuscripts and polish prose. This episode covers topics such as how writers find first editors, what talented editors can do for you, editors as marketing and publicity pros, and how an editor can make a writer's work (and image) shine. 

Bestselling and award winning authors Danielle Trussoni and Walter Kirn talk about  writing spaces. Creating a masterpiece requires the right office. What works best for writers? Maximizing productivity, finding inspiration, and making your writing space or home office a creative factory are discussed.

 Writerly podcast host Danielle Trussoni interviews New York Times Best-selling author and blogger Caroline Leavitt, whose successful blog has reached thousands of writers and readers. The internet can be a tough place for writers. How does one create a successful blog? What are the elements that keep a blog interesting? Elements of book publicity, the writers' life, surviving online exposure and trolling are all discussed.

In this episode of the Writerly Podcast, bestselling and award winning writers Danielle Trussoni and Walter Kirn discuss the ever interesting problem of staying healthy and writing. Health care, exercise, and various substances are discussed, as well as how writers have the stamina to write on a deadline.

Award winning and bestselling authors Walter Kirn and Danielle Trussoni discuss William Golding's The Lord of the Flies, the first Writerly Book Club pick.

Danielle Trussoni sits down with the Author's Guild president Roxana Robinson about how the Author's Guild helps working writers in the business of writing. From contracts to health insurance to ebook royalties, the Author's Guild is fighting for you.

Award-winning and bestselling authors Walter Kirn and Danielle Trussoni talk about the hazards of social media to writers. They discuss why writers are encouraged to use social media and why it often doesn't work. They discuss Cal Newport's New York Times article that argues against the use of social media for writers and creators.  Ultimately, Danielle and Walter ask if social media is worth it.

Award-winning and Bestselling authors Walter Kirn and Danielle Trussoni talk about Writing Conferences. What are they? Why do writers go? Is it worth the time and money to attend a conference? They share their personal experiences at conferences such as BreadLoaf, Tin House, and the AWP Conference. 

In this podcast Award-winning and bestselling authors Walter Kirn and Danielle Trussoni talk about the pleasures and pitfalls of falling in love with another writer.