Page by Page: Writing the Book in Real Time

RBG and the Bechdel Test

How many women belong in power? How much independence should female characters be granted?In this week's episode of A Book and a Dream, Megan O'Russell explains the three rules behind the Bechdel Test and discusses why it's so difficult to find books and movies that can pass.To learn more about the Bechdel Test, visit https://dykestowatchoutfor.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/The-Rule-cleaned-up.jpg Get full access to Page by Page Podcast Substack at meganorussell.substack.com/subscribe

Reader Fatigue: Why It’s OK to Reread/Rewatch Your Favorites

Having trouble diving into a new book series? Don't feel up to watching that new movie everyone's talking about?As someone who's suffering from a reading drought herself, Megan O'Russell promises you're not alone.Check out this week's episode, because science says re-bingeing your favorite series can be healthy. Get full access to Page by Page Podcast Substack at meganorussell.substack.com/subscribe

Top Four Author Skills I Use in Real Life

Creating imaginary worlds may not be a usable skill in everyday situations, but that doesn't mean the tools authors use in world building aren't applicable in real life. Have an "impossible" problem? Need to travel?Have to write a scathing letter?There's an author skill to help you get through.After the episode, be sure to follow this link to sample more of The Tethering audiobook: https://www.meganorussell.com/audio-books Get full access to Page by Page Podcast Substack at meganorussell.substack.com/subscribe

Pivoting to Find Your Path: An Interview with Victoria Gilbert

On this episode of A Book and A Dream, meet Victoria Gilbert: author of YA Fantasy Crown of Ice and Cozy Mystery A Murder for the Books. From switching careers to diving into a new genre, Victoria has perfected the pivot that drives success.Links Mentioned in PodcastWebsite/blog: http://victoriagilbertmysteries.com/Facebook author page: https://www.facebook.com/VictoriaGilbertMysteryAuthor/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victoriagilbertauthorTwitter: https://twitter.com/VGilbertauthorPinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/victoriagil5582/Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/VictoriaGilbertYouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4J0jvZ-D0NVF9Qv7H2ua8QDelta Goodrem's Enough: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OFsmz9SpZHE Get full access to Page by Page Podcast Substack at meganorussell.substack.com/subscribe

Top Five Pieces of (Contradictory) Writing Advice

What's worse than too many cooks in the kitchen? Too much advice for the author. Here are a few of Megan's favorite (contradictory) pieces of advice she's heard again and again.Be sure to check out the Girl of Glass audiogram by visiting the following link: https://youtu.be/SRj8L1vYcDs Get full access to Page by Page Podcast Substack at meganorussell.substack.com/subscribe

The Wizard Has Spoken―Girl of Glass and Wrath and Wing Are Now Available on Audio!

“If we walk far enough," says Dorothy, "we shall sometime come to someplace.”In this episode of A Book and A Dream, Megan O'Russell discusses how the first part of her audio journey is complete and shares some other exciting news. Spoiler: IT'S ABOUT KITTENS!As mentioned in the episode, you can find Meeny here: https://www.instagram.com/p/CD2J-UUBoaQ/Hear more about Megan's adventures in audio here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/760154/4350995-audiobook-auditions-hitting-the-narrator-jackpotThe Girl of Glass audiobook is available here: https://books2read.com/GirlofGlassThe Wrath and Wing audiobook is available here: https://books2read.com/WrathandWing/ Get full access to Page by Page Podcast Substack at meganorussell.substack.com/subscribe

Stranger Times: How the Current State of the World is Affecting Our Relationship with Entertainment

Times are...strange. In this episode of A Book and A Dream, Megan O'Russell discusses the scary place that is the world right now and how the pandemic has affected the way we experience entertainment. Including Tiger King. Yep... Get full access to Page by Page Podcast Substack at meganorussell.substack.com/subscribe

Perception is Reality: How POV Shapes the World in Fiction

First person? Third person? One perspective? A cast of characters each seeing the world their own way?In this episode of A Book and A Dream, Megan O'Russell explores the many angles and choices an author must make when writing a book, and explains how the perfect strategy for one project may not work for the next series. Get full access to Page by Page Podcast Substack at meganorussell.substack.com/subscribe

Inheritance: A Look at Unspoken Privilege and Generational Wealth in Fantasy

Does having a rich uncle mean you'll be the chosen one? Does your lineage prepare you for greatness?Not always. But in the world of fantasy books, sometimes inheritance and a lucky birth will set you up for an epic adventure. Want to know what separates our protagonists with generational wealth and knowledge from the true underdog? Check out this week's episode of A Book and A Dream.Also, don't forget to snag your copy of Inker and Crown, a tale told from the angle of the privileged in Ilbrea. https://books2read.com/InkerandCrown Get full access to Page by Page Podcast Substack at meganorussell.substack.com/subscribe

Top Six Objects to Smuggle into a Fantasy Realm

You're being whisked away to a land of fantasy and wonder. You can choose one item to bring with you...what do you choose?From the practical to the social media savvy, check out this week's episode of A Book and A Dream to hear Megan O'Russell's list of the top six things she'd try to smuggle into a fantasy realm.As mentioned in this episode, Inker and Crown releases this week! To order your copy from your favorite online store, follow this link: https://books2read.com/InkerandCrown Get full access to Page by Page Podcast Substack at meganorussell.substack.com/subscribe