Co-Authoring Chronicles of Serial Fiction Podcast

About Co-Authoring Chronicles of Serial Fiction Podcast

Step into the narrative labyrinth with Helen Corvis and Steaphan Kay on the "Co-Authoring Chronicles Podcast," where the secrets behind penning a captivating tale are unraveled. As co-authors of the enthralling "In the Arms of the Void," Helen and Steaphan offer an indie author perspective from their collaborative journey, sharing their experiences, strategies, and personal anecdotes from their successful partnership. Each episode is a treasure trove for fans and fellow writers alike, as our hosts delve into the nitty-gritty of co-authoring. They will dissect their writing process, from the initial spark of an idea to the intricate weaving of each serialized installment. Listeners will gain insight into how two authors fuse their ideas, styles, and visions to create a coherent and compelling narrative that keeps readers eagerly awaiting each new release. Helen remarks, "We're excited to give our listeners a front-row seat to everything that goes into crafting 'In the Arms of the Void,' including how we tackle plot twists, character arcs, and pacing in fiction." Steaphan adds, "And it's not just about our successes; we're sharing our challenges too. From resolving creative differences to meeting tight deadlines—this podcast is about the real experience of being a writing duo." Beyond storytelling techniques, "Co-Authoring Chronicles Podcast" offers practical advice for those interested in exploring collaborative writing projects. Discover how to maintain consistency across multiple episodes or volumes, engage your audience over time, and manage feedback from your growing reader base. Whether you're an aspiring writer looking to explore serial fiction's unique opportunities or a fan curious about what happens behind the scenes of your favorite series, this podcast is your guide through the episodic world of storytelling. Subscribe to "Co-Authoring Chronicles Podcast" now and join Helen Corvis and Steaphan Kay as they chart the course through their shared literary universe—one chapter at a time.

Publisher

Helen Corvis and Steaphan Kay

Category

arts · education

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

29 Dec 2023

Latest episode

29 Aug 2026

Latest episodes

53 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   29 Aug 2026

   How Co-Authors Write the Same Characters (Consistently)

   Helen Corvis and Steaphan Kay discuss how their co-authoring process evolved across two book volumes, shifting from a highly structured first-book approach with frequent check-ins and outlining to a looser second-book workflow aimed at increasing writing speed, including initially assigning different POV characters to each author. They compare their writing styles (Steaphan's more poetic dialogue and Helen's more precise, economical approach) and describe how developmental editing revealed persona drift due to differing mental models of character behavior. They review tools for maintaining consistency—character bios that must be updated, character voice guides, visual references for characters, and timelines of emotional states—citing examples from multi-author projects like Star Trek: The Fall and co-author teams with varying degrees of structure. They close by considering a hybrid approach for a third book with fewer meetings than book one but better use of existing character-tracking tools. Please Like & Follow us wherever you listen to this podcast and on social. Helen's Bio Site (bio.site/helencorvis) Steaphan's  Bio.Site (https://bio.site/steaphankay) (bio.site/steaphankay) Other Content: For indie authors at: IndieAuthors.Social For readers at steaphankay.com/blog (https://www.steaphankay.com/blog) For authors at steaphankay.com/authors (https://steaphankay.com/authors) For art lovers at deviantart.com/authorsteaphankay

2. 

   15 Aug 2026

   Welcome Back: We Are in Publish Mode!

   After a long hiatus, the hosts return with a pretty good excuse: they've been writing. In this episode, they talk about completing two books together and what they learned from moving deeper into a shared series. The conversation gets into the practical side of co-authoring—keeping worldbuilding and continuity straight across books, deciding how a series should be structured and named, revisiting details you created months ago, and knowing when to stop tweaking and move forward. They also discuss how the workload shifts between two writers, how collaboration can help when one person hits writer's block, and why trust and respect matter when you're building the same fictional world together. Along the way, they talk fantasy series, David Eddings, canon, perfectionism, and some increasingly questionable ideas for future book titles. Please Like & Follow us wherever you listen to this podcast and on social. Helen's Bio Site (bio.site/helencorvis) Steaphan's  Bio.Site (https://bio.site/steaphankay) (bio.site/steaphankay) Related Content For This Episode: K.A. Riley, 9 volumes in 3 series, and 1 universe starting with The Resistance Trilogy Book 1 KDP 10% change in page count rule for new editions (KDP Editions (https://kdp.amazon.com/en_US/help/topic/G202176900)) Other Content: For indie authors at: IndieAuthors.Social For readers at steaphankay.com/blog (https://www.steaphankay.com/blog) For authors at steaphankay.com/authors (https://steaphankay.com/authors) For art lovers at deviantart.com/authorsteaphankay

3. 

   1 Jun 2025

   Are Indie Authors Quitters?

   Hosts Helen Corvis and Steaphan Kay discuss the realities of traditional versus independent publishing, examining the effort, finances, and legitimacy involved in each path.

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Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

1 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

2 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 34 / 100

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Quality

45

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

60

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