The Dead Robots' Society

Sciency-Solutions and Technobabble

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 04 Apr 2026 19:00:00 +0000

"Captain! The doomaflachie is reaching critical something-or-other!"

Science fiction literature is rife with technobabble, questionable science, and straight-up fantastical solutions to both celestial and relatively mundane problems. How much is too much? The DRS Crew discusses.

Our links:
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

DRS Discord: https://discord.gg/pgmQxaVbGP

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Slimmin' Down and Toe-Taggin'

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 21 Mar 2026 19:36:00 +0000

Publishers sometimes require a minimum word count, while magazines, contests, etc might impose a maximum word count. While adding words is easy, how do you decide what to cut?

Also, what is an "unhappily ever after" story, and why does Paul write them?

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

DRS Discord: https://discord.gg/pgmQxaVbGP

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The Lesson of John Wick

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Thu, 19 Mar 2026 19:27:00 +0000

Paul is on a walkabout, so Terry and Veronica are on deck to extoll the virtues of John Wick. Chiefly, how he responds to animal abuse.

Join Terry and V as they discuss how best to use animals in stories. Also, what not to do... Unless...

Chat will bring their favorite pet.

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

DRS Discord: https://discord.gg/pgmQxaVbGP

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John Wick Is Boring

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Tue, 17 Mar 2026 19:10:00 +0000

Gunfights? Explosions? Marvelous melee mayhem? Non-stop action scenes that go on for dozens of minutes? Works great in visual media, but how well does it translate into literature?

The DRS Crew discusses.

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

DRS Discord: https://discord.gg/pgmQxaVbGP

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Love, Lust, and Sex

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 18:48:00 +0000

It's Valentine's Day, and the DRS Crew is in the mood for romance. And maybe a little "rumpy-pumpy."

Chat will bring flowers and chocolate.

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

DRS Discord: https://discord.gg/pgmQxaVbGP

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Repeat The Plot?

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 07 Feb 2026 14:54:00 +0000

The DRS Crew recently discussed violating reader expectations. But what should writers expect from their readers? Can you trust them to remember vital clues or key details? Or do you have to repeat them every so often?

The DRS Crew has thoughts. We're sure chat will, too.

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

DRS Discord: https://discord.gg/pgmQxaVbGP

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Space Opera With Dinosaurs!

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 04 Feb 2026 14:51:00 +0000

When as a reader do you draw the line on suspension of disbelief? Should writers mash up genres without significant tells that the story will have left turns? And if you're going to write that kind of story, what should you be concerned about?

The DRS Crew discusses.

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

DRS Discord: https://discord.gg/pgmQxaVbGP

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Topic? What Topic?

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 31 Jan 2026 13:42:00 +0000

The DRS Crew didn't do their homework and have nothing planned for today's lesson. Therefore, we'll regale you with whatever comes to mind...

Perhaps chat will help/hinder us.

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

DRS Discord: https://discord.gg/pgmQxaVbGP

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Happy New Year! Now Get To Work!

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 31 Jan 2026 13:40:00 +0000

It's 2026, and the DRS Crew has plans. What are they doing to make 2026 more successful?

What are you doing to make your 2026 successful?

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

DRS Discord: https://discord.gg/pgmQxaVbGP

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2026 Approaches...

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sun, 04 Jan 2026 13:50:00 +0000

While Terry is on a walkabout, Paul and V discuss plans for 2026, including ad budgets, editing budgets, cover budgets, etc. Also? Aren't we supposed to write, too?

The DRS Crew discusses.

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

DRS Discord: https://discord.gg/pgmQxaVbGP

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Karmic Monsters

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Mon, 22 Dec 2025 17:58:00 +0000

Monsters are not always forces of nature. Sometimes they only come for those who deserve them. The DRS Crew discusses.

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

DRS Discord: https://discord.gg/pgmQxaVbGP

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Websites, Social Media, and Stores--What Do You Need?

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sun, 21 Dec 2025 18:00:00 +0000

A DRS Patron asks the question: Do you need an author website? Do you need a store?

The DRS Crew discusses.

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

DRS Discord: https://discord.gg/pgmQxaVbGP

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Influence and Reimagination

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 20 Dec 2025 17:57:00 +0000

How does fiction influence society? What about the inverse?
Also, can one pull plots from classic literature or films and repurpose them in modern works?

The DRS Crew discusses.

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

DRS Discord: https://discord.gg/pgmQxaVbGP

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Author Nation Autopsy

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sun, 23 Nov 2025 14:08:00 +0000

Veronica and Terry have returned from the "Author Nation" convention and have more than a few thoughts. Paul will heckle.

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

DRS Discord: https://discord.gg/pgmQxaVbGP

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Going Solo

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sun, 16 Nov 2025 13:01:00 +0000

Can you have subplots when there's only a single main character? How do you handle it when there are no repeated secondary characters?
The DRS Crew discusses.

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

DRS Discord: https://discord.gg/pgmQxaVbGP

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Edits, Proofs, and Utter Insanity

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 01 Nov 2025 13:28:00 +0000

Paul has just finished wrapping up the publication process for his new novel. Did he learn any new lessons? Also, what about versioning revisions, backups, and the other technical nonsense you should be doing? The DRS Crew discusses.

Our links:
Dead Robots' Society: https://deadrobotssociety.com
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

DRS Discord: https://discord.gg/pgmQxaVbGP

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What's Going On?

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 29 Oct 2025 13:11:00 +0000

There's more Amazon/Audible news. There's Salesforce news. There's...
How do you keep up on the industry gossip, buzz, and class action lawsuits? The DRS Crew discusses and takes on chat. They've been obnoxious lately...

Our links:
Dead Robots' Society: https://deadrobotssociety.com
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

DRS Discord: https://discord.gg/pgmQxaVbGP

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Zero Drafts and Lovecraft

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 25 Oct 2025 18:54:00 +0000

What is a "Zero Draft?" Can the processes outlined help you in your writing?
Also in this episode, Paul and V discuss Lovecraft's "Call of Cthulu."

Our links:
Dead Robots' Society: https://deadrobotssociety.com
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

DRS Discord: https://discord.gg/pgmQxaVbGP

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Sea Turtles and Deadlines

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 22 Oct 2025 15:53:00 +0000

Paul has returned from an eco-tour of Costa Rica. While he had a great time, he's now behind the proverbial 8-ball with a deadline. Terry knows how he feels. So does V.

Why are deadlines terrifying to some, but a motivating factor for others? The DRS Crew discusses.

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

DRS Discord: https://discord.gg/pgmQxaVbGP

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We're Gonna Need A Bigger Starship!

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Mon, 20 Oct 2025 15:51:00 +0000

Terry has gone full bonkers for starships, including creating blueprints and statistics. This madness must be appreciated., The DRS Crew discusses the kinds of detail you should have for your ships, what you should ignore, and when to know the difference.

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

DRS Discord: https://discord.gg/pgmQxaVbGP

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Audible 2 Scamaloo and Going Wide

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 11 Oct 2025 19:18:00 +0000

Turns out that the Audible Premium Plus scam was before our eyes all along...
After that discussion, the DRS Crew explains how to go wide.

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

DRS Discord: https://discord.gg/pgmQxaVbGP

#writing #fiction #podcast #chat #live #novel #story #narrative #publishing #author #writer #discussion #podcast #talkshow

Alien:Earth and Worldbuilding

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 06 Sep 2025 16:01:00 +0000

Paul has thoughts about the new series Alien: Earth. Would the series work if it weren't part of the Alien franchise universe? The DRS Crew discusses world-building and the necessary ingredients of a cyberpunk future.

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

DRS Discord: https://discord.gg/pgmQxaVbGP

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Audible Is Destroying Livelihoods!

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 27 Aug 2025 15:48:00 +0000

Audible's new "Audible+" program will destroy the livelihoods of narrators and authors. How will it do that? The DRS Crew discusses, and V brings cats to help explain things.

For background, please watch:
• Audible Is Broken

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

DRS Discord: https://discord.gg/pgmQxaVbGP

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Pruning Season

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 16 Aug 2025 08:20:00 +0000

The DRS Crew discusses how to prioritize those pesky side gigs (anthologies, short-story magazines, etc) and decide whether they are compatible with your long-term goals.

In other words, knowing when to say "No, thanks."

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

DRS Discord: https://discord.gg/pgmQxaVbGP

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Sticking To It

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 09 Aug 2025 08:20:00 +0000

Terry has published over forty novels. Paul? Almost twenty. V has contributed both her writing and vocal talents to dozens of novels. None of these things happened overnight and required persistence.

The DRS Crew discusses how to keep on keeping on.

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

DRS Discord: https://discord.gg/pgmQxaVbGP

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What's Up, Doc?

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 02 Aug 2025 15:05:00 +0000

Author Doc Coleman joins Terry and Paul for a discussion on all things Steampunk, Gaslamp, and anything else we can think of.

Doc Coleman: https://www.doccoleman.com/

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

DRS Discord: https://discord.gg/pgmQxaVbGP

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Art In Darkness

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 26 Jul 2025 14:27:00 +0000

When the world is filled with darkness and despair, creating art is one of the most courageous acts most of us can accomplish. Are we allowed to find joy in our creations during times of war, disease, and civil strife? More importantly, do people need art to survive? The DRS Crew discusses.

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

DRS Discord: https://discord.gg/pgmQxaVbGP

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Good Writing Neighbors

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 23 Jul 2025 14:22:00 +0000

Writer's groups can be an excellent place to exchange ideas, discover new resources, and meet new people. They can also be toxic waste dumps.

What are the traits of good writing neighbors and neighborhoods? What's the proper etiquette for becoming a good writing neighbor?

The DRS Crew gives their thoughts.

Chat will no doubt complain about the Discord server.

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

DRS Discord: https://discord.gg/pgmQxaVbGP

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The Public Domain Is Your Playground

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 05 Jul 2025 11:57:00 +0000

Stuck for an idea? Want to pay homage to a class work? Is it in the public domain? If the answer is yes, it's your playground. The DRS Crew discusses.

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

DRS Discord: https://discord.gg/pgmQxaVbGP

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Tropeic Topics

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sun, 29 Jun 2025 00:54:00 +0000

What tropes do you have to have in a romance? How about suspense versus thriller? The DRS Crew once again takes a question from chat and runs off the rails.

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

DRS Discord: https://discord.gg/pgmQxaVbGP

#writing #fiction #podcast #chat #live #novel #story #narrative #publishing #author #writer #discussion #podcast #talkshow

Author/Genre/Reader Expectations

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 07 Jun 2025 19:18:00 +0000

The DRS Crew trolled the topics channel and hit paydirt.

We'll discuss how to tell when you're writing in the wrong genre, expectations of genres, and reader expectations. Should we have time, we'll also touch on getting new readers and integrating backstories.

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

DRS Discord: https://discord.gg/pgmQxaVbGP

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Squirrel!

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 31 May 2025 18:11:00 +0000

The DRS Crew ruminates on procrastination, corraling future works so they don't impinge on the present.

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

DRS Discord: https://discord.gg/pgmQxaVbGP

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A Lesson On Audiobooks

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Fri, 16 May 2025 14:00:00 +0000

V and Paul run through the standard operating procedure for posting your audiobooks and the various outlets.

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

DRS Discord: https://discord.gg/pgmQxaVbGP

#writing #fiction #podcast #chat #live #novel #story #narrative #publishing #author #writer #discussion #podcast #talkshow

ACTION!

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 10 May 2025 14:16:00 +0000

No matter the genre, no matter the plot, characters move, talk, and occasionally resort to fisticuffs when words don't work, or the writer gets bored.

How do you incorporate action into your scenes? What about reader fatigue? How do you break up those action sequences to keep the reader from becoming numb? And how do you know when you've gone too far?

Our links:
Dead Robots' Society: https://deadrobotssociety.com
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

DRS Discord: https://discord.gg/pgmQxaVbGP

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Audio Tags and Dark Romance

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 03 May 2025 13:01:00 +0000

How do you write for audio? Or more importantly, what pitfalls should you avoid? How do you deal with those pesky dialogue tags? And the DRS Crew pontificates on romance versus dark romance.

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

DRS Discord: https://discord.gg/pgmQxaVbGP

#writing #fiction #podcast #chat #live #novel #story #narrative #publishing #author #writer #discussion #podcast #talkshow

The Title Problem

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 03 May 2025 12:59:00 +0000

Hey, you! What's your book's title and why? Will it bring the masses to your door? Or will it ensure they pass you by?
The DRS Crew discusses the (not so) subtle art of titles.
Bonus? We'll discuss those pesky chapters and whether they need names.

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

DRS Discord: https://discord.gg/pgmQxaVbGP

#writing #fiction #podcast #chat #live #novel #story #narrative #publishing #author #writer #discussion #podcast #talkshow

Indies vs Traditional Publishing

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 19 Apr 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Chat asks what indies can learn from traditional publishers and vice versa. Prepare for opinions...

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

DRS Discord: https://discord.gg/pgmQxaVbGP

#writing #fiction #podcast #chat #live #novel #story #narrative #publishing #author #writer #discussion #podcast #talkshow

Don't Sidequest Your Plot!

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Tue, 15 Apr 2025 20:37:00 +0000

Is there a difference between a plot and a sidequest? How do you know which one you're telling? And can an entire book be a sidequest? Terry wants to know.

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

DRS Discord: https://discord.gg/pgmQxaVbGP

#writing #fiction #podcast #chat #live #novel #story #narrative #publishing #author #writer #discussion #podcast #talkshow

Keepin' It Real

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 29 Mar 2025 14:56:00 +0000

What are some of the pros and cons of using real-life events in your work? Do they make good backdrops or should you avoid them?

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

DRS Discord: https://discord.gg/pgmQxaVbGP

#writing #fiction #podcast #chat #live #novel #story #narrative #publishing #author #writer #discussion #podcast #talkshow

RPGs and Plot

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 15 Mar 2025 13:40:00 +0000

What can writers learn from role-playing game design? Do role-playing games help writers grasp character and universe? The DRS Crew discusses.

Chat will bring their dice.

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

DRS Discord: https://discord.gg/pgmQxaVbGP

#writing #fiction #podcast #chat #live #novel #story #narrative #publishing #author #writer #discussion #podcast #talkshow

Binge Writing, Recovery, and Creativity

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 08 Mar 2025 16:01:00 +0000

What is "binge writing?" How do you get into the zone? More importantly, are there any 12 step programs to help you recover?

Creativity isn't stagnant. It comes and goes, no matter how skilled you are. Are there any strategies for conjuring it?

Chat will recommend coffee.

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

DRS Discord: https://discord.gg/pgmQxaVbGP

#writing #fiction #podcast #chat #live #novel #story #narrative #publishing #author #writer #discussion #podcast #talkshow

Amazon Shenanigans -- We Own Nothing

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 08 Mar 2025 15:53:00 +0000

Amazon is removing the ability to download books you purchase to your computer, making all your ebooks ephemeral except via their app or their hardware. What do the DRS crew think about this change?

Chat will bring their old USB cables.

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

DRS Discord: https://discord.gg/pgmQxaVbGP

#writing #fiction #podcast #chat #live #novel #story #narrative #publishing #author #writer #discussion #podcast #talkshow

Provocateur Writing and Attraction Marketing

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 08 Mar 2025 15:51:00 +0000

Terry wonders about provocative writing, and V questions whether authenticity makes good marketing. Paul, meanwhile, thinks about the Antarctic as a setting for stories.

Chat will bring their crayons.

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

DRS Discord: https://discord.gg/pgmQxaVbGP

#writing #fiction #podcast #chat #live #novel #story #narrative #publishing #author #writer #discussion #podcast #talkshow

Monkey Dances For Art & Money

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 15 Feb 2025 15:07:00 +0000

Are you making money off your art? Or are you spending money to make art? When do you invest in yourself?

Boundaries are important, especially if you have a subscriber service (Patreon, BMAC, Substack, etc). You can't always be the dancing monkey.

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

DRS Discord: https://discord.gg/pgmQxaVbGP

#writing #fiction #podcast #chat #live #novel #story #narrative #publishing #author #writer #discussion #podcast #talkshow

Social Muckery, Recycling, And Fluffy

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 01 Feb 2025 05:00:00 +0000

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

DRS Discord: https://discord.gg/pgmQxaVbGP

#writing #fiction #podcast #chat #live #novel #story #narrative #publishing #author #writer #discussion #podcast #talkshow

I Are Not An Editro

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 01 Feb 2025 00:20:00 +0000

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

DRS Discord: https://discord.gg/pgmQxaVbGP

#writing #fiction #podcast #chat #live #novel #story #narrative #publishing #author #writer #discussion #podcast #talkshow

Rifts and Horrors - Brainstorming with Antowan

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 18 Jan 2025 18:13:00 +0000

The DRS Crew helps Antowan brainstorm his sci-fi/fantasy novel.
Chat will no doubt add to the chaos.

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

DRS Discord: https://discord.gg/pgmQxaVbGP

#writing #fiction #podcast #chat #live #novel #story #narrative #publishing #author #writer #discussion #podcast #talkshow

What The **** Is that?

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 04 Jan 2025 14:59:00 +0000

What would aliens actually look like?
Are they carbon-based? Arsenic-based? Silicon?
What about their chirality?
Do they have DNA?

The DRS Crew discusses.

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

DRS Discord: https://discord.gg/pgmQxaVbGP

#writing #fiction #podcast #chat #live #novel #story #narrative #publishing #author #writer #discussion #podcast #talkshow

Episodes, Sagas, and Standalones

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 28 Dec 2024 15:41:00 +0000

What's the difference between an episodic series and a saga? And what about stand-alone stories with the same characters in a series? Is it part of a series?

The DRS Crew offers their experiences and somewhat maybe informed opinions.

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

DRS Discord: https://discord.gg/pgmQxaVbGP

#writing #fiction #podcast #chat #live #novel #story #narrative #publishing #author #writer #discussion #podcast #talkshow

Creativity and the Holiday Hustle

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 21 Dec 2024 15:15:00 +0000

Your house is filled with guests. Your children are driving you nuts. Construction people are ripping your home apart. There is no safe place to create. What do you do? The DRS Crew discusses.

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

So You Wanna Start A Patreon...

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 14 Dec 2024 17:02:00 +0000

V is thinking about starting a Patreon. Paul and Terry do their best to provide advice. We're sure chat will chime in, too...

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

Attack of the Pitch Deck! We Mean It!

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sun, 08 Dec 2024 10:30:00 +0000

The DRS Crew invites chat to force us to improvise plots on the fly. Prepare for insanity.

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

You're Busy! Now What?

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 30 Nov 2024 15:45:00 +0000

Paul, Terry, and V discuss the mixed blessing of contracts with deadlines and how to meet them.

Our links:
Dead Robots' Society: https://deadrobotssociety.com
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

DRS Discord: https://discord.gg/pgmQxaVbGP

#writing #fiction #podcast #chat #live #novel #story #narrative #publishing #author #writer #discussion #podcast #talkshow

Life, Loss, Art

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 23 Nov 2024 05:12:00 +0000

As an artist, how do you cope when real life kicks you in the feels?

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

Reviews, Comments, and Criticisms

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 16 Nov 2024 17:41:00 +0000

Whether they're meant to be constructive or mean-spirited, comments and reviews can shake your confidence. How do you cope? More importantly, how can you tell what comments to listen to and which to ignore?

The DRS Crew Discusses.

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

Five Senses, Infinite Words

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 09 Nov 2024 04:00:00 +0000

How do you describe ugly? Beautiful? Terrifying? Joyful?
The DRS Crew discusses making use of the five senses. And maybe a sixth.

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

What is "Punk?"

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 02 Nov 2024 04:00:00 +0000

Cyberpunk, Steampunk, Biopunk, Solarpunk, and punkcetera. What does all of it mean? What makes a genre "punk?" The DRS Crew discusses.

Our links:
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

Dreams, Nightmares, and Fantasies

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 26 Oct 2024 04:00:00 +0000

Dreams, nightmares, and delusions are often used to progress a story. Are there rules for including these? The DRS Crew discusses.

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

Titles, Names, and Genres

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 19 Oct 2024 04:02:00 +0000

The DRS Crew discusses their thoughts on titles, character and place names, and whether or not genres have rules for both.

Chat will bring their crayons.

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

Websites, Recycling, and Devastating Feedback

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 12 Oct 2024 22:34:00 +0000

The DRS Crew discusses author websites, recycling old material, and handling feedback that is less than complimentary.

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

Attack of the Pitch Deck!

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 21 Sep 2024 12:12:00 +0000

Veronica, Paul, and Terry pull out the old Pitch Deck and deal themselves plot, characters, and complications. Chat will then choose the story they have to tell. Nothing could possibly go wrong.

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

Who Am I?

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 14 Sep 2024 10:00:00 +0000

Veronica asks the age-old question: "How the hell do I write an author bio?"
What details should you include? Formal, informal? Should you tailor them for specific books? The DRS crew pontificates.

Chat will probably wear a dunce cap.

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

Failure To Release

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sun, 08 Sep 2024 15:31:00 +0000

The DRS Crew takes aim at book releases and discusses how best not to screw them up. From ill-advised promotional techniques to best practices, Terry, Veronica, and Paul share personal anecdotes and pet peeves.

Chat, as. usual, insists lead paint chips make one more intelligent.

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

Outline? What Outline?

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Tue, 03 Sep 2024 20:33:00 +0000

Paul is writing to an outline for the third time in his career. Will Terry laugh at him, or will he have sage advice? What will Veronica advise after all her experiences with outlines?

Dear Garaaga, what will CHAT have to say?

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

Discord: https://discord.gg/pgmQxaVbGP

Plot Bunnies Ate My Lettuce!

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 24 Aug 2024 06:49:00 +0000

Paul is finishing up Extinction and asks the question--what subplots do I actually need? The DRS Crew Discuss

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

Wrap It Up!

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Fri, 16 Aug 2024 18:47:00 +0000

Terry and Paul are wrapping up their respective series. The DRS Crew discusses the challenges of ending a multi-book series and how they plan to accomplish it.

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

The Slog

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 06 Jul 2024 14:53:00 +0000

The DRS Crew considers the question: when do you decide to rewrite or just slog on through and fix it in the edit?

Chat will probably bring a napkin with a plot scribbled on it.

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

#writing #cooley #giguere #mixon #audiobooks #novel #fiction #author #podcast #horror #scifi #fantasy

Is It Bad?

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Tue, 25 Jun 2024 15:02:00 +0000

Your words are terrible. You hate them. But does that make them bad?
Terry and Paul, sans Veronica, discuss.

Chat will present a napkin doodle made with ketchup as their magnum opus.

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

Charlie Brown Gives Dirty Magick

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Mon, 17 Jun 2024 16:36:00 +0000

Author, film maker, and publisher Charlie Brown joins the DRS Crew to discuss his kickstarter, his new magazine, and causes general mischief.

Chat is not helpful in keeping us on topic.

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

Star Travel and Hand-Wavium

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 08 Jun 2024 04:53:00 +0000

Warp drives. Wormholes. Infinite Improbability. How do you get your characters from one place to another over interstellar distances? The DRS Crew warms up their dilithium crystals, opens a space/time anomaly, and summons an infinite number of monkeys who want to show us their Shakespeare plays.

Chat will no doubt join us via steam engine.

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

What's My Brand?

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 01 Jun 2024 12:12:00 +0000

What's the difference between you and your brand? The DRS Crew discuss.

Chat, on the other hand, will likely bring iron.

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

Maps, Wikis, And Renderings -- what do you actually need?

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 25 May 2024 11:00:00 +0000

Do props, outlines, and other aids actually help in the writing? The DRS Crew ponders.

Chat, as per usual, is chewing on lead paint chips

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

Dystopia! Or How I Learned To Stop Worrying About The Present

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 18 May 2024 23:22:00 +0000

Do you love dystopia and cataclysm tropes? Why? Veronica, Paul, and Terry discuss.

Chat has the nuclear launch codes, and we are very afraid.

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

Getting Back On Track

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 11 May 2024 16:30:00 +0000

Terry, V, and Paul discuss that whole "getting back on the horse after life tries to kill it" thing.

Chat has promised us a glue factory.

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

Illicit Futures

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 04 May 2024 10:46:00 +0000

Veronica, Terry, and Paul discuss including drugs, weapons, and other potentially controversial elements in your stories.
Chat, no doubt on illicit substances, will provide comic relief.

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

Reset!

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 27 Apr 2024 16:48:00 +0000

Veronica, Terry, and Paul discuss how to reset those bad habits and declutter your writing.

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

The Genre Bunny Left Me Eggs

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 13 Apr 2024 04:00:00 +0000

Paul, Terry, and Veronica discuss genre jumping and the art of leaving easter eggs in your work. Chat will no doubt be eating crayons.

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

Design The Race and Run It

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 06 Apr 2024 05:00:00 +0000

Paul and Terry discuss plot versus pacing and take questions from chat.

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

Guard Your Rights

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 30 Mar 2024 19:12:00 +0000

Veronica, Terry, and Paul discuss publishing rights, what to sell, and the deals to avoid.

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

How Do You Measure Success?

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 30 Mar 2024 19:07:00 +0000

Terry, Veronica, and Paul try and answer the question: how do you measure your long-term success as a creator?

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

The Book Is Published...Now What?

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 30 Mar 2024 18:50:00 +0000

You published a book. Now what do you do to sell it?

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

Rights Grabs - When Distribution Networks Go Bad

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Fri, 01 Mar 2024 18:38:00 +0000

Terry, Paul, and Veronica discuss the latest moves by Spotify to usurp creators' and audiobook narrator's rights. Chat will surely have opinions.

Alternatives to Findaway:

Alternatives to Spotify:

Bandcamp
Apple Music
Amazon Music

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

Scum and Villainy!

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 17 Feb 2024 13:44:00 +0000

Veronica, Terry, and Paul discuss how to make good villains that don't fall into the "nature" or "environment" tropes. In other words, how do we create relatable scumbags?
We're sure chat is bereft of utter scum, although JR might count.

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

Multipass!

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 17 Feb 2024 13:36:00 +0000

The DRS Crew are currently editing/beta reading manuscripts and they have more than a few thoughts on the subject.
We're sure chat does, too.

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

2024 - The Unexpected Mess

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 17 Feb 2024 13:31:00 +0000

The year is not going well for the DRS Crew, and it just started. So what are they doing to keep on track? Also? Why is chat looking at us like that?

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

Nanites, Stasis, and Printing Meat

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 10 Feb 2024 06:53:00 +0000

The DRS crew brainstorms about the technologies we'll need for exploring/inhabiting space. Chat might have opinions, but who cares about them.

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

A DRS Holiday Diatribe

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Fri, 02 Feb 2024 18:47:00 +0000

What makes an iconic holiday story? How can you take one of your existing properties and make a holiday narrative out of it?
Also? Chat has been bad and gets nothing but coal.

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

Abusing Your Betas

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 30 Dec 2023 22:38:00 +0000

V goes walkabout for bowling leaving Terry and Paul the odious task of calling out all writers for abusing their beta readers. Or, more accurate, misusing them.
Also? There might be something about story bibles.

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

PLANS!

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 23 Dec 2023 22:36:00 +0000

Why wait for December or the end of the year to make next year's plans? What's wrong with you?
Also? What's wrong with chat?

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

20Books Hangover

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 16 Dec 2023 22:32:00 +0000

Veronica and Terry regale Paul and chat with their tales of literary debauchery at the 20Books Vegas conference.

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

Just Say November

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 09 Dec 2023 22:28:00 +0000

Join the DRS Crew as they give advice they don't follow as they prepare for writing conferences, publishing books, and, Garaaga forbid, writing them.

Also? Chat is a problem we aim to ignore.

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

Editors, Covers, and Audio -- What to do when the book is finished

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Tue, 05 Dec 2023 21:48:00 +0000

Yay. You finished your novel. Now what?
Paul, Terry, and Veronica discuss where to find talent for the things you can't do and how to work with them.

We're certain chat will have their own opinion, but who listens to them anyway?

Our links:
Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

Plotications!

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 18 Nov 2023 16:43:00 +0000

Got a boring plot? We got a solution for you.

Chat, however, does not.

Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

Myopic Productivity

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 11 Nov 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Terry lays out his process and Paul takes him to task for claiming he's having productivity issues. Chat piles on.

Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

"Ask Me Anything"

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Fri, 10 Nov 2023 16:37:00 +0000

The DRS crew invite chat to ask us anything (within reason, of course). Nothing good come from this...

Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

That's A Bad Influence! - Episode 654

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Fri, 10 Nov 2023 16:33:00 +0000

DRS Episode 654

Terry asks Paul and V the question: is there such a thing as a bad influence when it comes to movies, books, and other media? Do they have a negative impact on your narratives?

Chat proves once again that they are a bad influence.

Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

Alternate Worlds With James Peet

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Fri, 27 Oct 2023 21:15:00 +0000

Alternate realities, dimensional shifts, and portals that lead anywhere. Author James Peet joins the DRS Crew to discuss creating alternate worlds as well as some basic rules.

Chat, however, follows no rules.

Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

James Carpio Gives Good RPG

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Fri, 20 Oct 2023 21:03:00 +0000

Gamemaster and RPG designer James Carpio joins the DRS crew to talk RPGs, quick stories, and adventure.

Chat is a constant problem.

Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

Don't Be Candide

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Fri, 13 Oct 2023 20:24:00 +0000

Terry asks about character motivation. Paul provides Voltaire's Candide as an example.

All hell breaks loose with chat.

Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

Space Western Stormin'

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Fri, 06 Oct 2023 20:47:00 +0000

Veronica makes the mistake of asking Paul and Terry to help brainstorm a new space western. She should have known better.

As usual, chat is more a hindrance than help.

Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

Your Best Is Just Good Enough - DRS Episode 648

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 23 Sep 2023 10:45:00 +0000

Paul, Veronica, and Terry discuss when to cut bait on editing, polishing, and worrying, and when it's time to just hit the damned publish button.

In other news, chat is obnoxious.

Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

Cadence and Promises - DRS Episode 647

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 16 Sep 2023 10:39:00 +0000

Paul discusses setting a publishing cadence for indie works and the budgeting that goes on. Terry and V chime in while chat is, well, chat.

Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

Backstory Hell - DRS Episode 646

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Mon, 11 Sep 2023 10:32:00 +0000

Paul and Veronica attempt to talk Terry down from a circuitous backstory ledge. What follows is utter insanity not exactly assisted by chat.

Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

Organizing Reality - DRS Episode 645

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 09 Sep 2023 16:02:00 +0000

Paul, Terry, and Veronica discuss how NOT to organize by being examples of utter failure. But, we'll tell YOU how to do it! Also? Chat does not respect our authority.

Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

Some Things Don't Stay in Vegas - DRS Episode 649

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Tue, 05 Sep 2023 22:51:00 +0000

Terry, Veronica, and Paul invite author Jonathon "Jack Jack" Benjamin to discuss his memoir, general writing esoterica, and, of course, we deal with chat.

Johnathon's memoir - https://amzn.to/3KB0HwI

Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

Prepare, Prepress, Publish

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 02 Sep 2023 18:16:00 +0000

Terry, Paul, and Veronica discuss the perils of the publishing process. Also? Chat is not alliterative.

Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

Firsts With Rick Shaw - DRS Episode 643

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 12 Aug 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Author and friend of the show joins Terry, Veronica, and Paul to discuss his first novel. Prepare to roast, joke, and maybe even learn something.

Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

Deus Ex Whatkahina? - DRS Episode 642

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Fri, 11 Aug 2023 23:55:00 +0000

Join Paul, Terry, and Veronica for an hour of ghosts in the machine. If chat will let us.

Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

Pitch Deck Returns! - DRS Episode 641

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Fri, 11 Aug 2023 23:48:00 +0000

DRS Episode 641 - Pitch Deck Returns!

Terry, Paul, and V come up with plots for the pitch deck cards chosen by chat. Nothing good will come from this. We promise.

Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

Instead of Pitch Deck, Here's Us! - DRS Episode 640

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Fri, 11 Aug 2023 23:45:00 +0000

DRS Episode 640 - Instead of Pitch Deck, Here's Us

Paul and Terry attempt to pacify chat when V goes walkabout. Hilarity ensues.

Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

Patreon, BMAC, and Kofi - DRS Episode 639

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 15 Jul 2023 19:19:00 +0000

DRS Episode 639 - Patreon, BMAC, and Kofi

Terry and Paul share how they use Patreon, Buy Me A Coffee, and Kofi to help support their writing and podcasting. There's also some discussion about Donna Summers...

Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

AI Seances, Bad Haircuts, and Surprises

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 15 Jul 2023 19:03:00 +0000

DRS Episode 638 - AI Seances, Bad Haircuts, and Surprises

After Paul shares a story about AIs, the crew descend into utter madness of story ideas, esoterica, and utter nonsense. Chat, of course, is no help at all keeping us on topic.

Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

Advice For Paul - Episode 637

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 03 Jun 2023 16:43:00 +0000

DRS Episode 637 - Advice for Paul

Paul goes walkabout leaving Terry and Veronica without a topic. As such, Paul becomes the topic. Let the roast begin!

Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

Science! Story Bibles! Newsletters? - DRS Episode 636

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 27 May 2023 13:29:00 +0000

DRS Episode 636 - Science! Story Bibles! Newsletters?

Paul nerds out on science, Terry laments his story bible situation, and we never get near the topic of newletters because of chat. That's right, we blame chat.

Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

Sidekicks, Overlords, and Too Damned Many Words - DRS Episode 635

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 27 May 2023 12:58:00 +0000

DRS Episode 635 - Sidekicks, Overlords, and Too Damned Many Words

Are your secondary characters sidekicks? Are your protags really evil cat overlords? How many words are too many? Terry, Veronica, and Paul try to stay on topic despite chat's evil temptations.

Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

Expectations - DRS Episode 634

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 27 May 2023 12:35:00 +0000

DRS Episode 634 - Expectations

The crew attempt to stay on topic after having been hijacked the week before...

Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

Frazzlement and Hospitals - DRS Episode 633

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 20 May 2023 18:52:00 +0000

DRS Episode 633 - Frazzlement and Hospitals

Paul is a stressed out insomniac, Terry has too many cats, and Veronica refuses to be in charge.

Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

In All Seriousness... - DRS Episode 632

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Fri, 05 May 2023 00:14:00 +0000

DRS Episode 632 - In All Seriousness...

Paul and Terry host an April Fool's episode and, as expected, things go awry.

Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

Off the Rails - DRS Episode 631

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sun, 26 Mar 2023 11:59:00 +0000

DRS Episode 631 - Off The Rails

Veronica suggested a topic. Paul tries to introduce said topic. The show immediately spirals off into pop culture, movies, and lint rollers.

Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

Character Complexity

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Mon, 20 Mar 2023 01:12:00 +0000

DRS Episode 630 - Character Complexity

Terry, Veronica, and Paul ponder how to make characters pop, our favorite fictional characters and dynamics, and, of course, many cats make an appearance.

Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

Planning, Goals, and FAILURE

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 11 Mar 2023 19:01:00 +0000

DRS Episode 629 - Planning, Goals, and FAILURE

Terry, Veronica, and Paul discuss how to plan and what to do when you fail. Spoiler alert--lots of failure.

Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

Plot This!

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 04 Mar 2023 17:02:00 +0000

DRS Episode 628 - Plot This!

Authors Roland Denzel and Troy Lambert join Terry, Veronica, and Paul to discuss Plottr, an application for storytellers, and the importance of story bibles, plotting epic tales, and a general discussion of our individual processes.

Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

Space Bacon!

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 04 Mar 2023 16:59:00 +0000

DRS Episode 627 - Space Bacon!

V, Paul, and Terry discuss generational divides and other nonsense.

Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

Cow Tipping And Historical Inaccuracies

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 25 Feb 2023 15:02:00 +0000

DRS Episode 626 - Cow Tipping and Historical Inaccuracies

V, Paul, and Terry discuss rural pastimes, when it's okay to warp history, and what kind of situations need a little caution.

Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley
Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com
Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/
Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/

Monkeys With Typewriters

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 08 Feb 2023 05:00:00 +0000

DRS Episode 625 - Monkeys With Typewriters V, Paul, and Terry discuss the latest FindAway/Apple AI controversy, clearing blocks, and too damned many cats. Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/ Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/ Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

Process? What's a Process?

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Mon, 30 Jan 2023 05:00:00 +0000

DRS Episode 625 - Process? What's A Process? V, Paul, and Terry discuss productivity, where we write best, and discuss other topics with our listeners. Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/ Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/ Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

Agency with Character

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Mon, 30 Jan 2023 05:00:00 +0000

DRS Episode 624 - Agency With Character V, Paul, and Terry discuss AI for audiobooks and other topics with our listeners. Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/ Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/ Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

"Read" Vs Perform - AI In Audiobooks

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Thu, 19 Jan 2023 05:00:00 +0000

DRS Episode 623 - The Third Chair! V, Paul, and Terry discuss AI for audiobooks and other topics with our listeners. Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/ Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/ Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

V Joins DRS

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Thu, 19 Jan 2023 05:00:00 +0000

DRS Episode 622 - V Joins The Show Veronica Giguere joins Paul and Terry in the third chair. We discuss changes to the show format and other nonsense with our patreon patrons. Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/ Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/ Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

Robert Jeschonek Gives Good Story

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 18 Jan 2023 05:00:00 +0000

Robert Jeschonek Gives Good Story Author Robert Jeschonek joins Paul and Terry to discuss the OGL controversy, strange fiction, and his kickstarter. Terry attempts to keep Paul on topic, and cat is absolutely no help Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/ Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

What is Reality?

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 18 Jan 2023 05:00:00 +0000

Paul and terry discuss reality, building it for your character and your world, and other narrative nonsense.

Process, Plot, and Cats

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 09 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000

DRS Episode 619 - Process, Plot, and Cats Terry and Paul revisit broken process, plot gremlins (and bunnies), and the never ending circus that is Terry's office. Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/ Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

Drafts And Cliffhangers

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Fri, 09 Sep 2022 04:00:00 +0000

DRS Episode 618 - Drafts And Cliffhangers Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/ Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

Goodbyes, Inspiration, Reader Expectations, Culture Drift

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sun, 10 Jul 2022 04:00:00 +0000

DRS Episode 617 - Goodbyes, Inspiration, Reader Expectations, Culture Drift Reader exceptions--do they matter? If so, how do you set and meet them? Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/ Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

Epiphanies, Plans, and WTFs

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sun, 10 Jul 2022 04:00:00 +0000

DRS Episode 616 - Epiphanies, Plans, and WTFs What is your favorite part of the writing process? Is it those special moments of serendipity? How do you make plans and WTF is up with Terry's beard? Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/ Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

Stations, Names, and Cats

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 09 Jul 2022 04:00:00 +0000

DRS Episode 614 - Stations, Names, And Cats Paul and Terry discuss what's in a name, among other things. Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/ Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

Character, Story Expansion, and Plot

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 09 Jul 2022 04:00:00 +0000

DRS Episode 615 - Character, Story Expansion, and Plot How do you keep a story from overheating? How do you control your pacing? Terry and Paul discuss Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/ Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

Decisions, Decisions, Decisions

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sun, 29 May 2022 04:00:00 +0000

Paul and Terry discuss changing the game, changing trajectory, and finding new ways to succeed. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

Audio Plans, Genre Hell, and Duds

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sun, 29 May 2022 04:00:00 +0000

DRS Episode 612 Terry and Paul riff on the future of The Black audio, the hell of genres, and avoiding the dreaded "dud." Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

Change, Aliens, and Story

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sun, 01 May 2022 04:00:00 +0000

DRS Episode 611 - Change, Aliens, and Story Terry hates change and Paul says "don't contact the aliens!" Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

Kickstarters, Hard Sci-Fi, Social Evolution

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sun, 01 May 2022 04:00:00 +0000

DRS Episode 610 - Kickstarters, Hard Sci-Fi, Social Evolution Kickstarters are kicking it for some writers. Also, is it okay to NOT be hard sci-fi? Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

Covers, Cats, Pacing, and Memes

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sun, 01 May 2022 04:00:00 +0000

DRS Episode 609 - Covers, Cats, Pacing, and Memes Covers can ruin a sale, cats can ruin a podcast. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

Length, Girth, And Other Writing "Tips"

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 09 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000

DRS Episode 608 Terry and Paul discuss the various expected lengths of books and stories, Meta, and a slew of other nonsense. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

DRS Live! 2022-01-15

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Mon, 17 Jan 2022 05:00:00 +0000

Terry and Paul talk nonsense, answer questions, tell jokes, and actually impart some writing/publishing advice, all while entertaining our listeners/viewers. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "https://patreon.com/drspodcast".

Bah

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sun, 09 Jan 2022 05:00:00 +0000

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Rants, Edits, Dune

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sun, 09 Jan 2022 05:00:00 +0000

Terry and Paul compare edits, audiobook strategies, and a strange aside about the Dune movie. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

Edits, Deadlines, and Oceania

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sun, 09 Jan 2022 05:00:00 +0000

DRS Episode 605 - Edits, Deadlines, and Oceania Terry and Paul discuss their deadlines, editing issues, and, of course, The Black: Oceania Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "https://patreon.com/drspodcast".

M2, Porno, and Others

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sun, 09 Jan 2022 05:00:00 +0000

DRS Episode 606 - M2, Porno, and Others M2 as a porno? Black crepe paper monsters? Terry and Paul are goofy AND stupid. Visit our sponsor, Corpse Coffee at https://corpsecoffee.com for boutique coffees, teas, and their wonderful webcomic. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "https://patreon.com/drspodcast".

Paul Said "F*** ACX!"

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sun, 12 Dec 2021 05:00:00 +0000

Paul rants and raves about ACX while Terry plays devil's advocate. Or, more likely, sits back and throws gasoline on the fire. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

Schedules, Audiobooks, and F*** ACX

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 03 Nov 2021 04:00:00 +0000

DRS Episode 601 Terry and Paul wind through publishing plans, inspiration, seeing the environment, and other nonsense. Please visit our sponsor, Corpse Coffee (https://corpsecoffee.com), and check out their boutique teas, coffees, and their webcomic. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

EPISODE 600!

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Fri, 15 Oct 2021 04:00:00 +0000

Author David Wood joins Paul and Terry for a live show to look back on 600 episodes of DRS, how publishing has changed, and we answer questions from the audience. Please visit our sponsor, Corpse Coffee (https://corpsecoffee.com), and check out their boutique teas, coffees, and their webcomic. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

Questions With Few Answers

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Fri, 15 Oct 2021 04:00:00 +0000

Questions with Few Answers DRS Episode 599 Paul and Terry wander around a few topics including dealing with depression. Please visit our sponsor, Corpse Coffee (https://corpsecoffee.com), and check out their boutique teas, coffees, and their webcomic. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

A Heinlein Journey with J Daniel Sawyer

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 18 Sep 2021 04:00:00 +0000

DRS Episode 598 - A Heinlein Journey with J Daniel Sawyer Author, podcaster, publisher, and all around smart guy J Daniel Sawyer (https://jdsawyer.net/) joins Paul and Terry to discuss his kickstarter for "The Secrets of the Heinlein Juvenile." This is definitely an episode for those interested in the mechanics of storytelling as well as biographical facts about Heinlein's writing. Dan's kickstarter - http://www.heinleinsecrets.com Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

Magic Systems for Writers/GMs with C.R. Rowenson

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sun, 15 Aug 2021 04:00:00 +0000

C.R. Rowenson joins Terry and Paul to discuss magic systems, his Indiegogo campaign, and shows off some contents of his upcoming book on magic systems and their development.. Links: C.R. Rowenson - https://crrowenson.com/ The Magic System Indiegogo - https://bit.ly/3CObbmZ Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

Starbarian Hordes! with Robert Jeschonek

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Tue, 03 Aug 2021 04:00:00 +0000

Author Robert Jeschonek joins Terry and Paul to hawk his new kickstarter, discuss patronage models, and, of course, Terry wearing a micro-bikini ala Zardoz. Links: Starbarian Saga Kickstarter - http://kck.st/36Ledtu Robert Jeschonek - http://bobscribe.com Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

Cornycopia

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Tue, 06 Jul 2021 04:00:00 +0000

DRS Episode 594 - Cornycopia Terry and Paul cover a number of topics including when Paul will shave his beard. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

Driving and Narrating

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Tue, 06 Jul 2021 04:00:00 +0000

Paul shares his experiences with otter.ai, Terry babbles incessantly, and no one has any idea what else was said in this episode. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

More Serial Madness

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Mon, 05 Jul 2021 04:00:00 +0000

DRS Episode 593 - More Serial Madness Terry and Paul discuss more ideas for serials and plans for Vella. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

Serials and Vella with Kevin McLaughlin

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 05 Jun 2021 04:00:00 +0000

DRS Episode 592 - Serials and Vella with Kevin McLaughlin Curious about Vella? Kevin McLaughlin schools Paul and Terry and we babble at length about serials. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

Tech Refresh

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Thu, 20 May 2021 04:00:00 +0000

DRS Episode 591 - Time For A Tech Refresh? Terry trots out his new website design which leads to a conversation about technology and writers. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

F1v390

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Thu, 20 May 2021 04:00:00 +0000

No one has any idea what this show was really about. Care to find out? Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

Surmise the Demise

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sun, 04 Apr 2021 04:00:00 +0000

DRS Episode 589 Terry and Paul go on a character killing spree and other tangents. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

Time For A Tech Refresh?

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sun, 04 Apr 2021 04:00:00 +0000

Fiv390

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sun, 04 Apr 2021 04:00:00 +0000

DRS Episode 590 - F1V390 No one has any idea what this show was really about. Care to find out? Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

Deus Ex Mababble

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Fri, 29 Jan 2021 05:00:00 +0000

DRS Episode 588 When does Deus Ex Machina cross the line? How do we know Terry's shoe size? Who knows... Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

Building Blocks of Character

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Tue, 05 Jan 2021 05:00:00 +0000

DRS Episode 587 Paul and Terry being by discussing personal insanity and then drive in to ways to help make your characters real with...cards? Other topics, as usual, rear their ugly heads. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

Humanity Divided

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Mon, 07 Dec 2020 05:00:00 +0000

DRS Episode 586 How will humanity handle spreading itself to the stars? How will galactic politics work? Also, Terry is bald, Paul is manic. What could go wrong? Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

Jake Bible Gives Good Horror

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Tue, 01 Dec 2020 05:00:00 +0000

Long time friend of the show, author, and fellow audiobook podcaster Jake Bible (jakebible.com) joins Terry and Paul to talk about writing, publishing, and, of course, horror. Links: http://jakebible.com Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

Super Tights

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Tue, 01 Dec 2020 05:00:00 +0000

DRS Episode 583 Paul and Terry wander around a few topics and then get more unfocused. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

Supes

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Tue, 01 Dec 2020 05:00:00 +0000

DRS Episode 584 Are all fantasy heroes super heroes? What qualifies someone as "super" and what about immortality and invulnerability? Also? Haunted Vagina. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

Robert Jeschonek and Space Opera

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Tue, 01 Dec 2020 05:00:00 +0000

DRS Episode 585 Author Robert Jeschonek (http://bobscribe.com) joins Paul and Terry for a conversation about kickstarters, book bundles, and, of course, Space Opera. Links: Robert Jeschonek - http://bobscribe.com "Odyssey" Space Opera book bundle - https://storybundle.com/space Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

Revenge!

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 28 Nov 2020 05:00:00 +0000

DRS Episode 581 What makes a good revenge story? What makes a bad one? And why does Terry have so many damned cats? Also? I mixed up RL Stephenson with Alexander Dumas. My apologies. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

Jake Bible Gives Good Horror

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 28 Nov 2020 05:00:00 +0000

DRS Episode 582 Long time friend of the show, author, and fellow audiobook podcaster Jake Bible joins Terry and Paul to talk about writing, publishing, and, of course, horror. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

F*** Starships! (REDUX)

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Thu, 12 Nov 2020 05:00:00 +0000

After gushing about Peter F Hamilton's "Salvation," Paul looses an epithet about starships. Terry attempts to correct him... Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

Out of Context, and Out of Our Minds

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Thu, 01 Oct 2020 04:00:00 +0000

DRS Episode 580 After gushing about Peter F Hamilton's "Salvation," Paul looses an epithet about starships. Terry attempts to correct him... Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

F*** Starships!

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Thu, 01 Oct 2020 04:00:00 +0000

DRS Episode 579 After gushing about Peter F Hamilton's "Salvation," Paul looses an epithet about starships. Terry attempts to correct him... Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

Cornucopia of Insanity

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Mon, 07 Sep 2020 04:00:00 +0000

Cornucopia of Insanity DRS Episode 578 Terry and Paul discuss insanity in characters, the uncanny, and demand a space marine nerd story. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

Technosocial Hazards

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Tue, 01 Sep 2020 04:00:00 +0000

Technosocial Hazards DRS Episode 577 Terry says science fiction authors have to become futurists to a certain extent. Then we push the envelope. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

Space:1975 with Robert Jeschonek

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sun, 23 Aug 2020 04:00:00 +0000

Space:1975 with Robert Jeschonek DRS Episode 576 Terry and Paul host author/publisher Robert Jeschonek to discuss writing, science fiction, and his kickstarter for a 70's space opera anthology. Links: Robert Jeschonek - http://www.robertjeschonek.com/ Space:1975 https://bit.ly/2FIOVBW Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

Mixology

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 15 Aug 2020 04:00:00 +0000

Theft! Ongoing theft of plot ideas, scenes, moments, and even endings. It's not theft, it's mixology. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

Lessons Learned

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sun, 09 Aug 2020 04:00:00 +0000

We celebrate a milestone in Terry's writing career and discuss the most important lessons learned after years of indie publishing. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

DRS Live! A Conversation With David Wood

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Tue, 05 May 2020 04:00:00 +0000

Author and publisher David Wood joins Terry and Paul for a conversation about writing, publishing, and field questions from the live YouTube audience. DRS will be live every Saturday via YouTube. Come join us.

DRS Live! A Conversation with Veronica Giguerre

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Tue, 05 May 2020 04:00:00 +0000

Narrator, vocal performer, and author Veronica Giguere joins Terry and Paul to discuss Audible, audiobook production, writing topics, and interact with you in our chat. Get a little education, some personality, and a lot of community.

We Promise Babble and Snark, Not Virii

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Mon, 13 Apr 2020 04:00:00 +0000

Due to Covid-19, Terry and Paul have decided to host a live show every Saturday at 1500 CST. Join us on YouTube for the next show. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

Subtlety Like A Sledgehammer

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Thu, 19 Mar 2020 04:00:00 +0000

Terry and Paul discuss the art of subtlety and whether or not they're any good at it. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

Interview With Author Chris Fox - Bonus Episode

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Thu, 12 Mar 2020 04:00:00 +0000

Author Chris Fox joins Paul and Terry to discuss the Magitech series, his RPG kickstarter, and the crossover between RPG and good storytelling. Chris Fox: https://chrisfoxwrites.com Sign up to his newsletter and get a beta version of the Magitech Chronicles RPG plus all future betas. (https://dl.bookfunnel.com/wra3645h0v). Like the show? Considering becoming a Patreon patron (https://patreon.com/drspodcast) or purchasing one of our stories and thanks for listening. Paul's Author Page: https://amzn.to/3aNrDFd Terry's Author Page https://amzn.to/38Mrlx0

Gods and Monsters

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Thu, 12 Mar 2020 04:00:00 +0000

What's the difference between a god, a monster, and just a plain old villain? Paul and Terry get lost in the details. Like the show? Considering becoming a Patreon patron or purchasing one of our stories and thanks for listening. Links: Paul's newest novel "Derelict: Destruction" Terry's new novel with Glynn Stewart "Bound By Honor" The Dead Robots' Society Patreon Terry's Author Page Paul's Store Paul's series "The Derelict Saga"

Pick Your Battles!

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Tue, 18 Feb 2020 05:00:00 +0000

What's worth your time? Terry and Paul discuss. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

Dystopia!

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 08 Feb 2020 05:00:00 +0000

Dystopia! DRS Episode 569 What is a dystopia? Are you living in one? Are your characters? Terry and Paul explore the topic. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

From Word To Series

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 08 Feb 2020 05:00:00 +0000

From Word To Series DRS Episode 570 Terry and Paul rip apart the process of writing a book from word choice to sequels and series. A nuts and bolts episode. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

More than a few words with Yudha!

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Fri, 24 Jan 2020 05:00:00 +0000

Terry and Paul have a conversation with science fiction author Yudhanjaya Wijeratne regarding topics including AI, dystopia, the difference in publishing scope between the regions, as well as some actual shoptalk. You can find Yudha at http://yudhanjaya.com/ Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

Words! Meanings! Ideas! - DRS Episode 567

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Thu, 09 Jan 2020 05:00:00 +0000

No intro this week--don't ask. Regardless, Paul mentions something and it turns into a conversation. Beware--brainstorming ahead! Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

Cultural Mirrors and Amish Porn - DRS Episode 566

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sun, 29 Dec 2019 05:00:00 +0000

Paul and Terry wander over the sea of what is inappropriate, crosses the line, and apocalyptic Amish porn. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

DRS Episode 565 - Networking and Social Anxiety

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Fri, 13 Dec 2019 05:00:00 +0000

Terry and Paul discuss strategies and the absolute necessity of networking. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

DRS Episode 564 - Revising Our Revisions!

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Thu, 28 Nov 2019 05:00:00 +0000

Terry and Paul explore their revision processes and try to find one that works better than what they currently have. *spoiler alert*--they fail. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

DRS Episode 563 - Pacing, Action Beats, Adventure!

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Thu, 21 Nov 2019 05:00:00 +0000

Terry and Paul discuss tricks of pacing, action beats, and, well, yes, adventure. Like the show? Considering becoming a Patreon patron or purchasing one of our stories and thanks for watching. Support us on Patreon - http://patreon.com/drspodcast Paul's Amazon Page - https://amzn.to/2jJ4yek Terry's new novel with Glynn Stewart "Bound By Honor" - https://amzn.to/2KpYBiW Terry's author page - http://amzn.to/2mj8Eua

DRS Episode 562 - SEQUELS!?!!

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 16 Nov 2019 05:00:00 +0000

Paul and Terry handle a question from the Facebook group. Beware--semantic wars will now ensue. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

DRS Episode 561 - Paul on pain meds

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 13 Nov 2019 05:00:00 +0000

Shortly after an appendectomy, and on pain meds, Paul makes the mistake of giving Terry a call...

DRS Episode 560 - Catching Up

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Tue, 05 Nov 2019 05:00:00 +0000

Paul and Terry play catchup after a several forced sabbaticals.

DRS Episode 559 - Catching Up

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 18 Sep 2019 04:00:00 +0000

Terry and Paul return after a forced sabbatical.

DRS Episode 558 - Universal Squirrels

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Fri, 30 Aug 2019 04:00:00 +0000

DRS Episode 558 - Universal Squirrels Paul and Terry sleepwalk their way through a variety of topics before settling on universal squirrels. Take a listen to find out what those are. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

DRS Episode 557 - And...more tech support hell

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Mon, 26 Aug 2019 04:00:00 +0000

Paul and Terry meander through a series of topics while Paul attempts not to lose his mind. He might even succeed. Like the show? Considering becoming a Patreon patron or purchasing one of our stories and thanks for watching. Support us on Patreon - http://patreon.com/drspodcast Paul's Amazon Page - https://amzn.to/2jJ4yek Terry's new novel with Glynn Stewart "Bound By Honor" - https://amzn.to/2KpYBiW Terry's author page - http://amzn.to/2mj8Eua

DRS Episode 556 - More than a few words with Glynn Stewart

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Tue, 13 Aug 2019 04:00:00 +0000

DRS Episode 556 - More than a few words with Glynn Stewart Author Glynn Stewart joins Terry and Paul to discuss a variety of sci-fi topics including suspense and writing multiple series. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

DRS Episode 555 - Just Call Tech Support

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Thu, 01 Aug 2019 04:00:00 +0000

Paul and Terry discuss space station design, ship design, moons, and other esoterica while Terry tries not to choke.

DRS Episode 554 – Interview With Charles E "Chuck" Gannon

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Thu, 25 Jul 2019 04:00:00 +0000

Author Dr. Charles E "Chuck" Gannon joins Terry and Paul to discuss writing, worlds, collaboration, and other insanity.

DRS Episode 553 - Babbling Amidst A Sea of Characters

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Thu, 18 Jul 2019 04:00:00 +0000

We're back! After nearly two weeks of technical issues, the show returns with an exhausted Paul and a far too amused Terry. Enjoy the punch-drunkenness. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

DRS Episode 552 - Incorporation? LLC? WTF? Interview With Joe Solari

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Fri, 05 Jul 2019 04:00:00 +0000

DRS Episode 552 - Incorporation? LLC? WTF? Interview With Joe Solari Joe Solari -- https://joesolari.com/ Writers generally suck at business. Joe Solari, someone who actually knows business, schools Terry and Paul on what to do and what not to do. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

DRS Episode 551 - Sex Robots, Ethics, Drivelings, and Brain Bleach

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Thu, 27 Jun 2019 04:00:00 +0000

As usual, a flippant remark spawns an episode. Like the show? Considering becoming a Patreon patron or purchasing one of our stories and thanks for watching. Support us on Patreon - http://patreon.com/drspodcast Paul's new novel "Derelict: Destruction" - https://amzn.to/2jJ4yek Terry's new novel with Glynn Stewart "Bound By Honor" - https://amzn.to/2KpYBiW Terry's author page - http://amzn.to/2mj8Eua Paul's author page - http://amzn.to/2wm3v9W

DRS Episode 550 - Common Sense Characters

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 19 Jun 2019 04:00:00 +0000

Terry rage quits reading a book and Paul finds out why.

DRS Episode 549 - Malorie Cooper Sees The Future

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Thu, 13 Jun 2019 04:00:00 +0000

Author Malorie Cooper joins Terry and Paul to discuss the Aeon14 universe as well as AI evolution and futurism. Malorie Cooper - https://www.aeon14.com/ Like the show? Considering becoming a Patreon patron or purchasing one of our stories and thanks for watching. Support us on Patreon - http://patreon.com/drspodcast Paul's new novel "Derelict: Destruction" - https://amzn.to/2jJ4yek Terry's new novel with Glynn Stewart "Bound By Honor" - https://amzn.to/2KpYBiW Terry's author page - http://amzn.to/2mj8Eua Paul's author page - http://amzn.to/2wm3v9W

DRS Episode 548 - Sick and Stupid

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Thu, 06 Jun 2019 04:00:00 +0000

Paul has con-crud and is barely conscious. He and Terry stumble through a slew of crazy. Like the show? Considering becoming a Patreon patron or purchasing one of our stories and thanks for watching. Support us on Patreon - http://patreon.com/drspodcast Paul's new novel "Derelict: Destruction" - https://amzn.to/2jJ4yek Terry's new novel with Glynn Stewart "Bound By Honor" - https://amzn.to/2KpYBiW Terry's author page - http://amzn.to/2mj8Eua Paul's author page - http://amzn.to/2wm3v9W

DRS Episode 547 - Who Owns The Content? (GoT)

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Sat, 01 Jun 2019 04:00:00 +0000

After receiving a slew of emails and messages regarding the "Game of Thrones" series finale, Terry Mixon and Paul E Cooley consider the question: "Who Owns The Content?" [disclaimer: neither of us watch the show] Like the show? Considering becoming a Patreon patron or purchasing one of our stories and thanks for watching. Support us on Patreon - http://patreon.com/drspodcast Paul's new novel "Derelict: Destruction" - https://amzn.to/2jJ4yek Terry's new novel with Glynn Stewart "Bound By Honor" - https://amzn.to/2KpYBiW Terry's author page - http://amzn.to/2mj8Eua Paul's author page - http://amzn.to/2wm3v9W

DRS Episode 546 - Revenge of Archivos!

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 22 May 2019 04:00:00 +0000

Our good friend, bad ass narrator, the man with the voice of melted butter and the energy of an asteroid impact, Dave Robison joins us to talk story, Archivos, and a discount offer for DRS listeners. Dave Robison and Archivos - https://www.archivos.digital Like the show? Considering becoming a Patreon patron or purchasing one of our stories and thanks for watching. Support us on Patreon - http://patreon.com/drspodcast Paul's new novel "Derelict: Destruction" - https://amzn.to/2jJ4yek Terry's new novel with Glynn Stewart "Bound By Honor" - https://amzn.to/2KpYBiW Terry's author page - http://amzn.to/2mj8Eua Paul's author page - http://amzn.to/2wm3v9W

DRS Episode 545 - Do Androids Dream Of Fleshy Humans?

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 15 May 2019 04:00:00 +0000

DRS Episode 545 - Do Androids Dream Of Fleshy Humans? What makes your science fiction and fantasy sing? Having different cultures (and/or species) bumping into one another, either through conflict or cooperation. Face it. Everything goes better with Klingons. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast". Paul's new novel "Derelict: Destruction" - https://amzn.to/2jJ4yek Terry's new novel with Glynn Stewart "Bound By Honor" - https://amzn.to/2KpYBiW Terry's author page - http://amzn.to/2mj8Eua Paul's author page - http://amzn.to/2wm3v9W

DRS Episode 544 - Klingons Make Everything Better!

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 08 May 2019 04:00:00 +0000

What makes your science fiction and fantasy sing? Having different cultures (and/or species) bumping into one another, either through conflict or cooperation. Face it. Everything goes better with Klingons. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast". Paul's new novel "Derelict: Destruction" - https://amzn.to/2jJ4yek Terry's new novel with Glynn Stewart "Bound By Honor" - https://amzn.to/2KpYBiW Terry's author page - http://amzn.to/2mj8Eua Paul's author page - http://amzn.to/2wm3v9W

DRS Episode 543 - Own Your Content!

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 01 May 2019 04:00:00 +0000

Author and Narrator John Mierau joins Paul for a conversation about alternatives to current business models, the break down of social media, and how to form communities outside the advertisement-driven ecosystem.

DRS Episode 542 - Arcs and Squirrels

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 24 Apr 2019 04:00:00 +0000

DRS Episode 542 -Arcs and Squirrels Terry and Paul found a topic. Pretty sure they immediately lost it. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

DRS Episode 541 - A Cornucopia of Crazy

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 17 Apr 2019 04:00:00 +0000

Terry has something to say and it quickly spirals out of control... Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

DRS Episode 540 - Leah Lederman and "Cafe Macabre"

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 10 Apr 2019 04:00:00 +0000

Author and editor Leah Lederman joins Paul and Terry to discuss writing, editing and her kickstarter "Cafe Macabre." Leah Lederman - https://leahlederman.wordpress.com/ Like the show? Considering becoming a Patreon patron or purchasing one of our stories and thanks for watching. Support us on Patreon - http://patreon.com/drspodcast Paul's new novel "Derelict: Destruction" - https://amzn.to/2jJ4yek Terry's new novel with Glynn Stewart "Bound By Honor" - https://amzn.to/2KpYBiW Terry's author page - http://amzn.to/2mj8Eua Paul's author page - http://amzn.to/2wm3v9W

DRS Episode 539 -PoV, Histories, and Choose Your Own Bad Ending

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 03 Apr 2019 04:00:00 +0000

Paul and Terry discuss a little point of view, a little point of plot, and bad ideas for choose your own adventure stories.

DRS Episode 538 - Work, Life, SQUIRREL!

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Fri, 29 Mar 2019 04:00:00 +0000

Terry and Paul consider work life balance before they are distracted by thought squirrels. Like the show? Considering becoming a Patreon patron or purchasing one of our stories and thanks for watching. Support us on Patreon - http://patreon.com/drspodcast Paul's new novel "Derelict: Destruction" - https://amzn.to/2jJ4yek Terry's new novel with Glynn Stewart "Bound By Honor" - https://amzn.to/2KpYBiW Terry's author page - http://amzn.to/2mj8Eua Paul's author page - http://amzn.to/2wm3v9W

DRS Episode 537 - How Dare You Write That!

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 20 Mar 2019 04:00:00 +0000

What topics are potential third rails? How do you deal with them and, more importantly, are they worth the trouble?

DRS Episode 536 - Transitory Intransigence

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 13 Mar 2019 04:00:00 +0000

Paul and Terry discuss transitions, when to use them, and how to use them. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

DRS Episode 535 - F*** Your Adverbs!

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Fri, 08 Mar 2019 05:00:00 +0000

Paul and Terry converse about adverb abuse and if there is such a thing. (spoiler: there is)

DRS Episode 534 - Writersplainin' Editorsplainin'

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 27 Feb 2019 05:00:00 +0000

Terry and Paul discuss editing and writing... Nothing good can come from this.

DRS Episode 533 - Indie Publishing Topics

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 20 Feb 2019 05:00:00 +0000

Terry and Paul answer a question from the email inbox. Tangents galore...

DRS Episode 532 - What's In A Name?

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 13 Feb 2019 05:00:00 +0000

Terry and Paul discuss naming characters, whether or there's an art to it, and possible repercussions.

DRS Episode 531 - Q&A

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 06 Feb 2019 05:00:00 +0000

Paul and Terry answer questions from the facebook group.

DRS Episode 530 - Setting The Stage

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 30 Jan 2019 05:00:00 +0000

How do you make that setting pop and help your characters come alive? Terry and Paul pontificate.

DRS Episode 529 - Conversation With Author Ian J Malone

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 23 Jan 2019 05:00:00 +0000

Terry and Paul have a conversation with sci-fi author Ian J Malone. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

DRS Episode 528 - Expanding the Universe

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Thu, 17 Jan 2019 05:00:00 +0000

Paul and Terry run through a gauntlet of topics. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

DRS Episode 527 - When To Cut

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 09 Jan 2019 05:00:00 +0000

Do you include every single possible scene in a story? What should you leave it? When should you cut? Paul and Terry throw things at each other.

DRS Episode 526 – REBOOT!

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Thu, 03 Jan 2019 05:00:00 +0000

How do you get your reader to keep reading? Bait the hook and reel 'em in. Like the show? Considering becoming a Patreon patron (https://patreon.com/drspodcast) or purchasing one of our stories and thanks for listening.

DRS Episode 525 – How To Hook

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 26 Dec 2018 05:00:00 +0000

How do you get your reader to keep reading? Bait the hook and reel 'em in. Like the show? Considering becoming a Patreon patron or purchasing one of our stories and thanks for listening.

DRS Episode 524 - Friction!

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 19 Dec 2018 05:00:00 +0000

How do you insert drama into your stories? Grind those gears. Terry and Paul discuss the art of group conflict and how to use it. Like the show? Considering becoming a Patreon patron or purchasing one of our stories and thanks for listening.

DRS Episode 523 - "How does this start again?"

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 12 Dec 2018 05:00:00 +0000

Where do you start a story? How do you know you have the right beginning? How do you change it later? Terry and Paul discuss. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

DRS Episode 522 - "In A World..."

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Thu, 06 Dec 2018 05:00:00 +0000

Terry and Paul discuss melding the real and the imaginary to create your world and plots.

DRS Episode 521 - The Multiplot Problem

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 28 Nov 2018 17:00:00 +0000

Paul asks the question: can you recycle conceits and characters?

DRS Episode 520 - Find The Topic!

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 21 Nov 2018 05:00:00 +0000

Terry drags Paul kicking and screaming through a number of topics.

DRS Episode 519 - Subplots! (fix)

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 14 Nov 2018 05:00:00 +0000

Terry and Paul discuss the subtle and no so subtle use of subplots.

DRS Episode 519 - Subplots!

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 14 Nov 2018 05:00:00 +0000

Terry and Paul discuss the subtle and no so subtle use of subplots.

DRS Episode 518 - Mind the Bridge

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 07 Nov 2018 05:00:00 +0000

What is a bridge novel? How should you write them? What are the gotchas? Terry and Paul discuss. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

DRS Episode 517 - Whirlwind of Crazy

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 31 Oct 2018 04:00:00 +0000

Terry drags Paul kicking and screaming through a variety of topics.

DRS Episode 516 - The Last Word

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 24 Oct 2018 04:00:00 +0000

Paul and Terry discuss how to write endings and drive the last section of the book toward them.

DRS Episode 515 – The First Word

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 17 Oct 2018 04:00:00 +0000

Paul and Terry discuss what needs to go in the beginning of a story.

DRS Episode 514 - The Swampy Middle

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 10 Oct 2018 04:00:00 +0000

Terry and Paul explore the swampy middle, the hazards ahead, and how to handle them.

DRS Episode 513 - Truth To Character

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 03 Oct 2018 04:00:00 +0000

Terry has a meltdown over one of his favorite TV shows which leads to a discussion of how plot twists can ruin characterization.

DRS Episode 512 - Characters and Plots and Short Stories

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 26 Sep 2018 04:00:00 +0000

Paul and Terry wander off into the wilderness and cover a host of topics. Some of which we probably shouldn't have... Like the show? Considering becoming a Patreon patron or purchasing one of our stories and thanks for watching. Support us on Patreon - http://patreon.com/drspodcast Paul's new novel "Derelict: Destruction" - https://amzn.to/2jJ4yek Terry's new novel "Hidden Enemies" - https://amzn.to/2pnnt1j Terry's author page - http://amzn.to/2mj8Eua Paul's author page - http://amzn.to/2wm3v9W

DRS Episode 511 - To Scene, Or Not To Scene!

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 19 Sep 2018 04:00:00 +0000

Paul and Terry discuss and argue over what makes a scene and how to construct them. Also? What is Terry's Mankini Size? Like the show? Considering becoming a Patreon patron or purchasing one of our stories and thanks for watching. Support us on Patreon - http://patreon.com/drspodcast Paul's new novel "Derelict: Destruction" - https://amzn.to/2jJ4yek Terry's new novel "Hidden Enemies" - https://amzn.to/2pnnt1j Terry's author page - http://amzn.to/2mj8Eua Paul's author page - http://amzn.to/2wm3v9W

DRS Episode 510 - Exclusivity versus Going Wide

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 12 Sep 2018 04:00:00 +0000

Terry and Paul discuss the age-old problem: to go exclusive, or not, with Amazon and KDP.

DRS Episode 509 - More Questions, Some Answers

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 05 Sep 2018 04:00:00 +0000

Paul and Terry address questions posed by our listeners and viewers.

DRS Episode 508 - F*** The Comments

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 29 Aug 2018 04:00:00 +0000

Terry questions Paul's sanity over one of his diary entries. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

DRS Episode 507 - Heinlein's Rules Revisited

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 22 Aug 2018 04:00:00 +0000

Terry and Paul revisit Heinlein's rules. Mainly because Terry made Paul watch a lecture series on the subject.

DRS Episode 506 - Starla Huchton

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 15 Aug 2018 04:00:00 +0000

Paul and Terry interview author Starla Huchton

DRS Episode 505 - Plot Complications

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 08 Aug 2018 04:00:00 +0000

Paul and Terry discuss ways to make your characters' lives hell.

DRS Episode 504 - LitRPG and GameLit

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 01 Aug 2018 04:00:00 +0000

Authors Linton Bowers and Kevin McLaughlin join Terry and Paul to discuss the genres of LitRPG and GameLit

DRS Episode 503 - Interview With Michael J Sullivan

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 25 Jul 2018 04:00:00 +0000

Author Michael J Sullivan joins Terry and Paul to discuss fantasy, reader expectations, and the process of writing in the genre.

DRS Episode 502 - FEAR!

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Thu, 19 Jul 2018 04:00:00 +0000

Terry asks Paul what he fears about writing. Hilarity ensues.

DRS Episode 501 - Your Questions, Our Denials

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 11 Jul 2018 04:00:00 +0000

Terry and Paul respond to questions posted in the DRS Facebook group.

DRS Episode 500 - A Live Celebration

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 27 Jun 2018 04:00:00 +0000

Author David Wood joins Paul and Terry to help celebrate the 500th episode of DRS. This was recorded live via YouTube.

DRS Episode 499 - 5 Things

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 20 Jun 2018 04:00:00 +0000

Terry and Paul discuss 5 things they try and avoid in their writing.

DRS Episode 498 - AIs and Madness

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 13 Jun 2018 04:00:00 +0000

Paul tells Terry about a conversation. All hell breaks loose. Mind the squirrels. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

DRS Episode 497 - SFWA and Nebulas

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 06 Jun 2018 04:00:00 +0000

Paul makes the mistake of asking Terry about the SWFA convention. Expected squirrel attack ensues.

DRS Episode 496 - Story Structure and Aquanaught Internet

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Thu, 31 May 2018 04:00:00 +0000

DRS Episode 496 - Story Structure and Aquanaught Internet Paul and Terry discuss story telling styles and Terry's ridiculously 1980s internet. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".

DRS Episode 495 - Team Building

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 23 May 2018 04:00:00 +0000

Paul and Terry discuss how to team build characters and add tension.

DRS Episode 494 -Genre Mashing with Kacey Ezell

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Thu, 17 May 2018 04:00:00 +0000

Author Kacey Ezell joins Terry and Paul to discuss genre bending, her work, and other general insanity.

DRS Episode 493 - Vamp City Brown Style

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 09 May 2018 04:00:00 +0000

Author CD Brown joins Paul and Terry to discuss city as setting and his new novel "Vamp City."

DRS Episode 492 - Lab Rats And Brain Storms

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 02 May 2018 04:00:00 +0000

Isabel Cushey joins Terry and Paul to brainstorm her story.

DRS Episode 491 -Betas and Side Trips

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Thu, 26 Apr 2018 04:00:00 +0000

Terry and Paul revisit beta readers and take a few detours along the way.

DRS Episode 490 - Stereotypes and Archetypes

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 18 Apr 2018 04:00:00 +0000

Terry and Paul wade into the morass of fundamentally linked terms.

DRS Episode 489 - Archivos and Storytelling

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 11 Apr 2018 04:00:00 +0000

Dave Robison joins Paul and Terry to discuss the great progress on Archivos, a special opportunity for DRS Listeners, and new features in the application.

DRS Episode 488 - Foreshadowing and Other Crazy

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 04 Apr 2018 04:00:00 +0000

Terry and Paul go off on a journey through foreshadowing, flashbacks, and how to ruin a series.

DRS Episode 487 - Musin'

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 28 Mar 2018 04:00:00 +0000

Paul and Terry suffer a muse attack.

DRS Episode 486 - Why's My Line?

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 21 Mar 2018 04:00:00 +0000

Terry and Paul discuss character motivation.

DRS Episode 485 - I'm not mental!

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 14 Mar 2018 04:00:00 +0000

Veronica Giguere joins Paul and Terry to discuss mental illness, coping mechanisms for anxiety, and general creative craziness.

DRS Episode 484 - A Funny Happened On The Way To The Bookstore

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 07 Mar 2018 05:00:00 +0000

Paul and Terry discuss new and interesting ways to screw up your book on its journey to the bookstore. Also? Amazon needs to hire us as consultants.

DRS Episode 483 – Plot Bunnies and Loose Threads

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 28 Feb 2018 05:00:00 +0000

Paul and Terry discuss how to deal with those wascally wabbits known as Plot Bunnies and how to properly use loose threads (or tie them off).

DRS Episode 482 - Mech Madness with Chris Kennedy

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 14 Feb 2018 05:00:00 +0000

Terry and Paul interview author and publisher Chris Kennedy to discuss his books, his publishing company, and the 4 Horsemen Universe.

DRS Special - Justin Macumber Tribute

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 07 Feb 2018 20:00:00 +0000

Terry and Paul welcome former co-hosts Eliyanna Kaiser and Scott Roche to pay tribute to Justin Macumber, founder of DRS, who passed away on Jan 15, 2018.

DRS Episode 481 - EXPANSION!

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Tue, 16 Jan 2018 05:00:00 +0000

Terry and Paul discuss how to expand your universe and stretch as a writer.

DRS Episode 480 - The Exposition!

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 10 Jan 2018 05:00:00 +0000

Paul and Terry discuss exposition, what it is, and how NOT to use it.

DRS Episode 479 - Thieves!

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 03 Jan 2018 05:00:00 +0000

Terry and Paul discuss when and how to steal.

DRS Episode 478 - Inventing Language

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 27 Dec 2017 05:00:00 +0000

Paul and Terry interview author and artist Robert Stikmanz regarding his Dvarsh language and his fiction.

DRS Episode 477 - You've Got Science In My Fantasy!

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 20 Dec 2017 05:00:00 +0000

Terry and Paul discuss "Science Fantasy."

DRS Episode 476 - Carl Hiaasen's "Native Tongue"

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Thu, 14 Dec 2017 05:00:00 +0000

Paul and Terry review Carl Hiassen's "Native Tongue"

DRS Episode 475 - Cliff Hangerin' Bastards

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 06 Dec 2017 05:00:00 +0000

Paul and Terry discuss how to write cliff hangers for scenes, chapters, and novels.

DRS Episode 474 - Josh Hayes

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 29 Nov 2017 05:00:00 +0000

Terry and Paul interview author Josh Hayes

DRS Episode 473 - LEVELING UP!

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 22 Nov 2017 05:00:00 +0000

Terry and Paul discuss how they plan to level up both on the business side and the writing side.

DRS Episode 472 - 5 Impediments

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Fri, 17 Nov 2017 05:00:00 +0000

Author David Wood joins Paul to discuss their top 5 impediments to writing and strategies for dealing with them.

DRS Episode 471 - COMPLETION!

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 08 Nov 2017 05:00:00 +0000

Terry and Paul discuss what it takes to finish a novel.

DRS Episode 470 - Jake Bible Talks Potato Soup

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 01 Nov 2017 04:00:00 +0000

Paul and Terry discuss a large variety of topics with author Jake Bible.

DRS Episode 469 - Can you hear me now?

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 25 Oct 2017 04:00:00 +0000

Terry makes the mistake of asking Paul how he records audiobooks.

DRS Episode 468 - Plot Knots!

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 18 Oct 2017 04:00:00 +0000

Paul and Terry discuss how to handle plot holes, untying troublesome plot knots, and plots in general. No stories were harmed during the recording of this episode.

DRS Episode 467 - DISTRACTION!

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 11 Oct 2017 04:00:00 +0000

Terry and Paul discuss ways to avoid distraction and focus on writing.

DRS Episode 466 - Craig Martelle Doesn't Freeze

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 04 Oct 2017 04:00:00 +0000

Terry and Paul interview author Craig Martelle

DRS Episode 465 - Verisimilitude!

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 27 Sep 2017 04:00:00 +0000

Paul and Terry discuss how to keep it real.

DRS Episode 464 - Your Questions, Our Denials pt2

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 20 Sep 2017 04:00:00 +0000

Paul and Terry attempt to answer questions posted in the Facebook group

DRS Episode 463 - Your Questions, Our Denials pt1

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 13 Sep 2017 04:00:00 +0000

Paul and Terry attempt to answer questions posted in the Facebook group.

DRS Episode 462 - APOCALYPSE!

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 06 Sep 2017 04:00:00 +0000

Terry and Paul discuss writing apocalyptic and natural disaster fiction.

DRS Episode 461 - Glynn Stewart Gives Good Opera

show@deadrobotssociety.com (The Dead Robots' Society) — Wed, 30 Aug 2017 12:00:00 +0000

Paul and Terry interview author Glynn Stewart and discuss his worlds, his writing process, and the experience of co-writing a book with Terry.