HeyJaredWriter Syndrome
Writer Syndrome is a podcast about writing – from start to finish. Russ and Tim chat about writing and their process as they work towards publishing their first books. Learn with them in this unscripted podcast navigating the absolute shshow that is writing.
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- Sep 9, 2026
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- Jul 14, 2026
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Finding Inspiration (opens the original)
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How do you find inspiration? Where can it be found? Once you find it how do you maintain it? This episode Russ & Tim dive into their sources of inspiration and how they maintain it, or not, throughout their writing.
Self-Publishing w/ Scott Colby (opens the original)
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It's one thing to self-publish, but what does it take to start your own publishing imprint? In this episode, Russ and Tim sit down with fantasy author Scott Colby to discuss why and how he created an imprint for his Deviant Magic series, as well as the pros, cons, and lessons learned along the way.
Working With An Editor (opens the original)
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An editor is essential if you want to take your manuscript from a draft to a polished and professional book, but how do you know what kind of edit you need and where to find the right working partner? In this episode, Russ and Tim break down the different types of editors, where to find them, and share their own experiences, mistakes, and tips to ensure your manuscript shines.
REPLAY - Backstory (opens the original)
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Backstory is essential to establishing who your characters are and the decisions they'll make in your story, but how much is too much? In this REPLAY episode from 2024, Russ and Tim discuss backstory, how they approached it for their first novels, and how they plan on using it in their new works.
REPLAY - Act III Pitfalls (opens the original)
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Have you ever read a book and thought the end wasn't particularly satisfying? Well, you're not alone! In this REPLAY episode, Russ and Tim explore common Act III pitfalls, why they can make your final act fall flat, and how to avoid them.
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