A podcast to help you overcome resistance and write with more joy, clarity, and confidence. If you’re working on a novel or memoir, stick around. Whether you haven’t written a word since your 5-paragraph essay days or you have an MFA in Creative Writing, this podcast is now your weekly coffee date on your journey to finish your first draft. Visit maryadkinswriter.com for more resources.
The First Draft Club
Claim This Podcastby By Mary Adkins | Author & Book Writing Coach
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164 episodes
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A podcast to help you overcome resistance and write with more joy, clarity, and confidence. If you’re working on a novel or memoir, stick around. Whether you haven’t written a word since your 5-paragraph essay days or you have an MFA in Creative Writing, this podcast is now your weekly coffee date on your journey to finish your first draft. Visit maryadkinswriter.com for more resources.
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Recent Episodes
July 15, 2026
S11 E02 Hey Plot-Haters! This Just In: People Only Change
Author Mary Adkins explores the paradox of writing character change when believing people don't evolve, offering insights for writers.
July 8, 2026
S11 E01 How I Deal with Rejection and Negative Feedback: Why “Thick Skin” Isn’t Realistic or Helpful
Author Mary Adkins explores realistic strategies for writers to process rejection and negative feedback, moving beyond the unhelpful "thick skin" advice.
July 1, 2026
S10 E24 How to Write a Great Query Letter: Interview with Hannah Brattesani, our New In-House Literary Agent at The Book Incubator
Host Mary Adkins interviews new in-house literary agent Hannah Brattesani about crafting a compelling query letter to capture agent attention.
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