Welcome to the world of creative writing and story mastery with Maxwell Alexander Drake and Marie Mullany, your guides to Releasing Your Inner Dragon. This author podcast is a treasure trove of writing tips and advice, sparking inspiration and ah-ha moments for every stage of an author’s career.
Drake, an award-winning novelist and creative writing teacher, brings his experience from the gaming world and beyond, while Mullany, author of the Sangwheel Chronicles and YouTuber, shares her expertise in fantasy world-building. Together, they delve into the intricacies of crafting compelling narratives, offering invaluable writing resources and insights. Connect with this dynamic duo and join a community of listeners passionate about storytelling and writing more immersive books.
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Drake and Marie discuss a new archetype, the Maiden, and talk about how the Maiden fits into a story.
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Music by Ivan Dutch: https://ivanduch.com/songs/
Drake's Contact Details:
Website: www.MaxwellAlexanderDrake.com
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/starvingwriterstudio
Amazon Author Profile: https://www.amazon.com/Maxwell-Alexander-Drake/e/B006QP41O4
Drake's creative writing course:
http://drakeu.com
https://twitter.com/MaxwellADrake
https://www.instagram.com/maxwellalexanderdrake/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/maxwellalexanderdrake/
Marie's contact details:
Website: https://www.mariemullany.com/
Connect on Twitter: https://twitter.com/MarieMWessels
Connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JustInTimeWorlds
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22 Oct 2026
Archetypes: Wizards, Mages, & Mentors
Drake and Marie discuss a new set of archetypes and talk about how archetypes can advance or hinder your story.
Get the podcast here: https://releasingyourinnerdragon.buzzsprout.com/
Music by Ivan Dutch: https://ivanduch.com/songs/
Drake's Contact Details:
Website: www.MaxwellAlexanderDrake.com
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/starvingwriterstudio
Amazon Author Profile: https://www.amazon.com/Maxwell-Alexander-Drake/e/B006QP41O4
Drake's creative writing course: http://drakeu.com
https://twitter.com/MaxwellADrake
https://www.instagram.com/maxwellalexanderdrake/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/maxwellalexanderdrake/
Marie's contact details:
Website: https://www.mariemullany.com/
Connect on Twitter: https://twitter.com/MarieMWessels
Connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JustInTimeWorlds
#releasingyourinnerdragon #writingadvice #fantasy
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16 Oct 2026
First Page Reads: Showing One Paragraph Make and Breaks
Drake and Marie show, through a series of examples, just how fast an agent can drop a book and discuss why.
Get the podcast here: https://releasingyourinnerdragon.buzzsprout.com/
Music by Ivan Dutch: https://ivanduch.com/songs/
Drake's Contact Details:
Website: www.MaxwellAlexanderDrake.com
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/starvingwriterstudio
Amazon Author Profile: https://www.amazon.com/Maxwell-Alexander-Drake/e/B006QP41O4
Drake's creative writing course: http://drakeu.com
https://twitter.com/MaxwellADrake
https://www.instagram.com/maxwellalexanderdrake/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/maxwellalexanderdrake/
Marie's contact details:
Website: https://www.mariemullany.com/
Connect on Twitter: https://twitter.com/MarieMWessels
Connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JustInTimeWorlds
#releasingyourinnerdragon #writingadvice #fantasy
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Reach and audience
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YouTube views
1,481,050
Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025
Apple Podcasts (US)
4.8 / 5
16 ratings
Spotify
4.9 / 5
17 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 82 / 100
A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.
Quality
93
Social presence
0
YouTube
93
Engagement
85
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Drake and Marie host the show. Published by Marie Mullany & Maxwell Alexander Drake.
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