Fantasy Geek Out Sessions with Authors' Alcove

About Fantasy Geek Out Sessions with Authors' Alcove

Authors' Alcove is a hub for fantasy readers and writers, offering engaging discussions, book clubs, and author interviews. Hosted by Agnes Wolfe, the podcast explores world-building, storytelling, and publishing, featuring Meet the Author book clubs and Fantasy Geek Out sessions. Beyond the podcast, Authors' Alcove supports indie authors through giveaways, networking, and community discussions, creating a space where writers and readers connect over their love of fantasy.

Publisher

Agnes Wolfe

Category

arts

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

2 Jun 2024

Latest episode

20 Jan 2026

Latest episodes

65 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   20 Jan 2026

   Episode 48: Stuck in Self-Editing? How to Make Progress Without Perfection

   In this writer education podcast from the Story Savvy Series, we break down how to use developmental editing advice, the print-and-mark edit method, and storytelling improvement tips to move forward when you're stuck self-editing. Learn how to define theme and message, rethink story structure and editing, and stay focused even when editing repetitive words gets frustrating. Hosted by developmental editor Rebecca Hartwell [hartboundediting.com] and fantasy author Agnes Wolfe [agneswolfeauthor.com], this episode offers guidance for writers feeling overwhelmed or stalled in the self-editing process. Whether you're fighting decision paralysis or second-guessing structural choices, you'll learn how to make progress without striving for perfection. In this Episode Practical mindset shifts to move past resistance and perfectionism Fast placeholders for audience, genre, and theme so you keep momentum Scene-level fixes for sticky plot beats and arcs Lightweight final-pass cleanups (speaker clarity, typos, scene breaks) How long to try, when to pause, and when to return after outside feedback Resources Hartbound Developmental Editing - https://hartboundediting.com/ (https://hartboundediting.com/) Agnes Wolfe - agneswolfeauthor.com (http://agneswolfeauthor.com/) Dragonheart Academy - Dragonheartacademy.com (http://dragonheartacademy.com/)

2. 

   13 Jan 2026

   Episode 47: Final Read-Through Checklist (How to Catch Typos & Polish Your Manuscript)

   In this writing craft podcast episode of the Story Savvy Series, we dive into catching typos in fiction and preparing your manuscript for feedback with a focused final read-through. You’ll learn how to polish your manuscript, improve reader clarity, and handle editing repetitive words before beta readers or editors ever see it. With powerful self editing tips for writers, this episode helps you wrap up your revisions with purpose. Hosted by developmental editor Rebecca Hartwell [hartboundediting.com] and fantasy author Agnes Wolfe [agneswolfeauthor.com], this episode tackles the final steps of revising your draft. Together, they explore what to do in your last read-through—from formatting and flow to clarity and polish—so you’re confident when it’s time to share your work. In this Episode The goals of a last-pass edit Formatting fixes you can’t search for Best tools for grammar, spelling, and clarity How to flag and fix unclear dialogue Timeline guidance for staying productive Tricks for making your brain “see” your story fresh Resources Hartbound Developmental Editing - https://hartboundediting.com/ (https://hartboundediting.com/) Agnes Wolfe - agneswolfeauthor.com (http://agneswolfeauthor.com/) Dragonheart Academy - Dragonheartacademy.com (http://dragonheartacademy.com/)

3. 

   6 Jan 2026

   Episode 46: How to Prep Your Draft for Beta Readers (Final Checks & Self-Editing Tips for Authors)

   In this writing craft podcast episode of the Story Savvy Series, we walk through final checks for manuscripts to get your story ready for beta readers or editors. Featuring smart steps for editing repetitive words, avoiding head-hopping, and using self editing tips for writers to refine pacing and clarity. Whether you're writing fantasy or fiction, this session offers storytelling improvement tips, developmental editing advice, and practical tools to polish your manuscript with confidence. Hosted by Rebecca Hartwell [hartboundediting.com], a professional developmental editor, and Agnes Wolfe [agneswolfeauthor.com], an emerging middle-grade fantasy author, this episode breaks down how to wrap up your final self-edit and prep your book for outside eyes. A must-listen if you’re nearing the end of revision and want to make it count. In this Episode What “final checks” cover: gaps, placeholders (TK/TBD), and last-pass polish Systems for flagging unknowns (unique markers + searchable notes) Quick wins you can make now for a visibly cleaner draft How much polish to do before beta readers vs. developmental editors What to do when decisions are still undecided—and how to brief readers Using lists and workspaces to remember “come back to this” items Deciding when this pass is truly the final edit Resources Hartbound Developmental Editing - https://hartboundediting.com/ (https://hartboundediting.com/) Agnes Wolfe - agneswolfeauthor.com (http://agneswolfeauthor.com/) Dragonheart Academy - Dragonheartacademy.com (http://dragonheartacademy.com/)

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Podcast Authority Score: 55 / 100

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83

Social presence

0

YouTube

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