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The Darling Killers Podcast
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The Darling Killers Podcast

Hosted by Joan F. Smith · 🇺🇸 us · EN · 11 episodes

★★★★★5.0(2 ratings · Apple Podcasts)

Where this show ranks

Audience Score
3
Niche
Reviews (30d)
1
Episodes
11
Last ep.
13 days ago
Avg length
27m
Booking Probability™
42
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Listen Score
15
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Virality (30d)
46
Steady cadence.

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About this podcast

The Darling Killers Podcast is hosted by Joan F. Smith, Laura Taylor Namey, and Allison L. Bitz, three traditionally-published authors who met online and have maintained a daily DM for over eight years. Between them, this group of critique partners has fourteen book deals (and counting). Joan, Laura, and Allison talk the real-life realities of being working authors, highlighting everything from how to write a novel to navigating the publishing industry and everything in between, like gut-checking each other on what not to post online, persevering in this career, and how to roll with the painful moments. Join us in our DM.

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About the host

Joan F. Smith hosts The Darling Killers Podcast, a arts show with 11 episodes published.

Recent episodes

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Darlings AMA: Season 1 Edition

May 6, 202634mEp. 10S1

You asked, we answered! Allison, Laura, and Joan collected listener questions and they answer many via Q+A in the season finale of The Darling Killers Podcast. The authors cover a range of topics including traditional vs

A Dialogue on Dialogue

Apr 28, 202627mEp. 9S1

We talk about talking in the PENultimate episode of Season 1! Join Joan, Laura, and Allison as they chat all things on the impact of dialogue on reader experience. The co-hosts delve into the craft of effective dialogue,

What's Literary Citizenship?

Apr 21, 202628mEp. 8S1

Literary citizenship: What does it mean to be a good literary citizen, anyway? In this episode, Allison, Laura, and Joan chat about the concept of literary citizenship, what good support looks like, and the importance of

3 Traits to Cultivate After the Book Deal

Apr 14, 202627mEp. 7S1

Talent is only one part of the recipe for making it in traditional publishing. Join Allison, Laura, and Joan as they delve into three traits authors should foster to bolster their writing careers that go way beyond the b

Is Your Good Idea A Bad Book Concept?

Apr 7, 202627mEp. 6S1

Sometimes, the best ideas don't become the best books. Join Allison, Laura, and Joan in good book idea versus good book concepts. The authors discuss the challenges of generating ideas, the importance of query writing, a

Where Do You Get Your Book Ideas?

Mar 31, 202630mEp. 5S1

The Darling Killers Podcast co-hosts discuss one of the most popular questions they get asked: "Where do you get your book ideas?" Their conversation explores the sources of inspiration for authors, particularly the infl

Plotting vs. Pantsing vs. Plantsing

Mar 24, 202630mEp. 4S1

The Darling Killers Podcast hosts explain what it means to plot fiction, "pants" it, and the hybrid of the two: plants it. Joan, Laura, and Allison discuss the pros and cons of the various methods, including sharing insi

The Misconceptions of High Concept

Mar 17, 202631mEp. 3S1

We all want it, but do you have it? High concept is a buzzphrase in the industry, and this episode of The Darling Killers tackles why. Here, Joan, Laura, and Allison provide a definition for high concept work, its charac

The Thing About Career Pivots

Mar 10, 202626mEp. 2S1

In this episode of the Darling Killers, Joan, Laura, and Allison explore various themes surrounding writing, career pivots, and personal growth. The conversation delves into the challenges of navigating market trends in

Not Like Other Girls

Mar 3, 202623mEp. 1S1

The authors' conversation covers book discussions, writing and publishing excitement, TV shows and comfort viewing, unique critique group dynamics, and critique group safety and trust. The speakers share insights into th

Our Inciting Incident

Mar 3, 202611mS1

New podcast alert! In this kickoff bonus episode, Joan, Laura, and Allison's chat revolves around the friendship and collaboration between three authors, their writing and publishing journey, and the birth of their podca

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Age
25-54
Consumer type
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Topics covered

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Who is the host of The Darling Killers Podcast?

The Darling Killers Podcast is hosted by Joan F. Smith. The show is categorised under arts (books) and has published 11 episodes.

How many episodes does The Darling Killers Podcast have?

The Darling Killers Podcast has published 11 episodes.

What topics does The Darling Killers Podcast cover?

The Darling Killers Podcast regularly covers arts, books, education. It sits in the arts category, with a books focus.

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How long are The Darling Killers Podcast episodes?

Episodes of The Darling Killers Podcast average 27 minutes. a focused format where a clear narrative arc and tight preparation matter most.

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