Page by Page: Writing the Book in Real Time
Join author Megan O’Russell in this candid, humor-filled glimpse into the creation of a new book series, starting at page one. You’re invited to step into the real-time writing process as Megan weaves fae, shifters, witches, and seers into her latest young adult fantasy novel: Sketchbook of a Wayward Seer. No second drafts allowed. No untwisting love triangles. No bringing characters back to life. meganorussell.substack.com
Listen on:
Episodes
Wednesday Oct 16, 2024
Wednesday Oct 16, 2024
Welcome to Page by Page: Writing the Book in Real Time. Readers and writers alike are invited to take a look behind the veil as Young Adult author Megan O’Russell creates her newest paranormal mystery, Sketchbook of a Wayward Seer, one episode at a time.In this week’s episode, we rejoin Ella as she continues her third day at Laureldale High. We also discuss tattoos, hoodies from tall boys, and karma’s habit of ass-biting.Click here to learn more about the beer of the week! (This is the brewery’s page. The beer is Florida Sunshine Lager!) Get full access to Page by Page Podcast Substack at meganorussell.substack.com/subscribe
Tuesday Oct 15, 2024
Tuesday Oct 15, 2024
Welcome to Page by Page: Writing the Book in Real Time. Readers and writers alike are invited to take a look behind the veil as Young Adult author Megan O’Russell creates her newest paranormal mystery, Sketchbook of a Wayward Seer, one episode at a time.In this in-between-isode, we revisit chapters 1 through 10. It’s a great introduction to Laureldale for those of you who are new to the podcast and a wonderful refresher for those of you who have been with us since the beginning!Thank you for listening!If you’d like to learn about the teen risk-taking behavior reference in this episode, follow this link! Get full access to Page by Page Podcast Substack at meganorussell.substack.com/subscribe
Wednesday Oct 09, 2024
Wednesday Oct 09, 2024
Welcome to Page by Page: Writing the Book in Real Time. Readers and writers alike are invited to take a look behind the veil as Young Adult author Megan O’Russell creates her newest paranormal mystery, Sketchbook of a Wayward Seer, one episode at a time.In this week’s episode, we join Ella on her third day at Laureldale High School. We also discuss magical healing, witchcraft in the world of Laureldale, and how growing up as a werewolf influenced Ella’s voice.Click here to learn more about the beer of the week! Get full access to Page by Page Podcast Substack at meganorussell.substack.com/subscribe
Tuesday Oct 01, 2024
Tuesday Oct 01, 2024
Welcome to Page by Page: Writing the Book in Real Time. Readers and writers alike are invited to take a look behind the veil as YA author Megan O’Russell creates her newest novel, Sketchbook of a Wayward Seer, one episode at a time.In this week’s episode, we read chapter nine! Join us as we discuss reapers and their place within the aitherion community, resetting broken bones, and the blazing blue eyes of a werewolf…and learn more about Ella’s werewolf pack.Click here to check out the beer of the week!For more information on the burning of the Library of Alexandria below.https://www.mymcpl.org/blogs/historical-libraries-library-alexandriahttps://time.com/5912689/library-of-alexandria-burning/ Get full access to Page by Page Podcast Substack at meganorussell.substack.com/subscribe
Tuesday Sep 24, 2024
Tuesday Sep 24, 2024
Welcome to Page by Page: Writing the Book in Real Time. Readers and writers alike are invited to take a look behind the veil as YA author Megan O’Russell creates her newest novel, Sketchbook of a Wayward Seer, one episode at a time.In this week’s episode, we read chapter eight! Join us for a slideshow from Laureldale High’s Kindness ambassador. We then discuss Paige and Jason’s past, Violet and Jason’s past, and Jason’s mom’s…REALLY good rolls!Click here to check out the beer of the week!Thanks for reading! Get full access to Page by Page Podcast Substack at meganorussell.substack.com/subscribe
Tuesday Sep 17, 2024
Tuesday Sep 17, 2024
Welcome to Page by Page: Writing the Book in Real Time. Readers and writers alike are invited to take a look behind the veil as YA author Megan O’Russell creates her newest novel, Sketchbook of a Wayward Seer, one episode at a time.In this week’s episode, we read chapter seven! Join us for one of Ella’s…most disturbing visions yet. In this episode, we also learn more about Jason’s family, take a deep dive into the difference between past and future visions, and explore the age old question: where do babies come from?Click here to check out the beer of the week!Thanks for reading! Get full access to Page by Page Podcast Substack at meganorussell.substack.com/subscribe
Tuesday Sep 10, 2024
Tuesday Sep 10, 2024
Welcome to Page by Page: Writing the Book in Real Time. Readers and writers alike are invited to take a look behind the veil as YA author Megan O’Russell creates her newest novel, Sketchbook of a Wayward Seer, one episode at a time.In this week’s episode, we read chapter six! Join us as Ella’s second day at Laureldale High comes to an abrupt, and vision-plagued, end. After the reading of the chapter, stick around as we discuss the varied visions of Ella Dae and how the mechanics of the visions work within the Laureldale universe!Click here to check out the beer of the week!Thanks for reading! Get full access to Page by Page Podcast Substack at meganorussell.substack.com/subscribe
Tuesday Sep 03, 2024
Tuesday Sep 03, 2024
Welcome to Page by Page: Writing the Book in Real Time. Readers and writers alike are invited to take a look behind the veil as YA author Megan O’Russell creates her newest novel, Sketchbook of a Wayward Seer, one episode at a time.In this week’s episode, we read chapter five! Join us as we head back to Laureldale High with Ella for her second day and as we discuss inclusivity at school, the groups threatening the aitherion community, and building the perfect hardback cover.Click here to check out the beer of the week!Thanks for reading! Get full access to Page by Page Podcast Substack at meganorussell.substack.com/subscribe
Tuesday Aug 27, 2024
Tuesday Aug 27, 2024
Welcome to Page by Page: Writing the Book in Real Time. Readers and writers alike are invited to take a look behind the veil as YA author Megan O’Russell creates her newest novel, Sketchbook of a Wayward Seer, one episode at a time.In this week’s episode, we read chapter four! Join us as we explore similarities and differences between this writing process and the writing process for novels 1 through 31, and take a trip to Ilbrea, one of Megan’s most intricate and beloved worlds.For information on the beer of the week, click here!To learn more about our current production of Pippin (August/September 2024), click here!Thank you for reading! Get full access to Page by Page Podcast Substack at meganorussell.substack.com/subscribe
Tuesday Aug 20, 2024
Tuesday Aug 20, 2024
Welcome to Page by Page: Writing the Book in Real Time. Readers and writers alike are invited to take a look behind the veil as YA author Megan O’Russell creates her newest novel, Sketchbook of a Wayward Seer, one episode at a time.In this episode, we read chapter three! Join us as we discuss multiple POVs, how our theatre background bleeds into the writing process, and, of course, flatbread and green tea.To check out the beer of the week, click here!Remember, you can read this chapter in full on Substack and Kindle Vella*.*Note: We’re so excited to continue bringing readings of the chapters to all podcast platforms. Reading the chapters on their own from chapter four on will require a paid subscription to either Kindle Vella or Substack. Thank you for joining us for this journey! Get full access to Page by Page Podcast Substack at meganorussell.substack.com/subscribe