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Dragons and Drafts
Hosted by Katherine and Kris · EN
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Episode 14- Character Development Part 3 Supporting Characters
Feb 2700:29:37Tap to summarizeKatherine’s picks:Reaver from Blood and Ash by Jennifer L Armentrout Tarin and Andarna from Fourth Wing by Rebecca YarrosGia from Camelot Court by Elle ParkerMisha from Serpent in the Wings of Night by Carissa Broadbent Adina from The Powerless Trilogy by Lauren RobertsThe male friend group from A Three-Night Stand by Roxy Noir Pollock from The Crow Lord by J.M. Failde Lemon from The Vandeleur Triology by Fleur DeVillainy Kris’s picks:Minnie Jackson from The Help- the movieKylo Ren from The Red Queen by Victoria Aveyard Chaol Westfall Throne of Glass Sarah J MaasAnthony from The Duke and I by Julia Quinn
Transcribe →Episode 13- Character Development Mini series- Part 2 Antagonists and Villains
Feb 2000:34:50Tap to summarizeWe’ve back!!!! Welcome back to Dragons and Drafts, I’m Katherine and I’m Kris.Today we are continuing our discussion of characters and what that entails when you are creating your characters and their development, dialogue, etc. Today we are focusing on antagonists and villains.Katherine’s PicksWicked Falls Series by C. Hallman this is a complete series now with 5 books. All the main male characters.Zodiac Academy by Caroline Peckham and Susanne Valenti- the main male charactersAstoria Royals series by Deborah Garland all the main male characters throughout the series.The Wolf King by Lauren SalisburyFor Always by Ari WrightLuna Mason- Distance and Detonate.Kris’s PicksHarry Potter J.K. Rowling- Severus SnapeSix of Crows Leigh Bardugo- Kaz BreckerLegend by Marie LuStory of My Life by Lucy ScoreA Child Called It by Dave PelcerIf you could do us the biggest favor, if you could please subscribe and leave a review. If you have enjoyed our podcast, it will help us get out there and other people be able to see us and find us. So we would really be grateful if you could do that for us. And then of course, sharing with your book besties, that’s always a great way. Sharing with your family, anything like that.#podcast #bookishpodcast #bookish
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Episode 12- Character Development Part 1- Hero’s and Protagonists
Jun 2300:25:03Tap to summarizeWelcome back to Dragons and Drafts!Today starts the first episode of our multi episode series about characters and character development!Kris's Picks:Calculated Nova McBeeCities of the Lost Cities ShannonMessengerLilies & Anxieties Anik BellefleurAscendant Michael R. MillerKatherine's Picks:A Forgotten Promise Maxine HenryThe Veiled Kingdom Holly ReneeBuried Dreams Natasha MadisonThe Hero She Deserves Anna Hackett
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Episode 11- Here be Maps and Here be Dragons- All things map making
May 28, 202500:25:37Tap to summarizeBooks with amazing Maps and Programs and ideas for creating maps for your storyKatherine’s PicksJennifer L. Armentrout From Blood and AshCarissa Broadbent Daughter of No Worlds and Serpent and the Wings of NightLB August In The ShadowsKW Foster Curse of Breath and BloodL. Steele Morally Grey Billionaires SeriesLauren Roberts PowerlessCaroline Peckham and Susanne Valenti Zodiac AcademyKris’s PicksCS Lewis Chronicles of NarniaJRR Tolkien The Lord of the RightsRick Riordan Percy JacksonChris Colfer Land of storiesPatrick Rothfuss The Name of the WindJ.K Jimisin The Fifth SeasonFourth Wing Rebecca YarrosA Court Of Thorns and Roses Sarah J MaasHolly Black The Stolen HeirMap Making AppsThe Rice MethodWorld AnvilInkarnateWonderdraftAsgards Map MakingCampaign Photographer 3 PlusDungeonfogMap ChartAdobe IllustratorPhotoshopJenna Morecihttps://youtu.be/XkosgF7Omi8?si=foJz04MztFwpgb6L
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Episode 10- Five Star Picks! And Writing Programs and Apps!
May 9, 202500:56:59Tap to summarizeKris’s Five Star Pick’sDragon Pearl Yoon Ha LeeGreat and Precious Things Rebecca YarrosThe Serpent and the Wings of Night Carissa BroadbentSongbird and the Heart of Stone Carissa BroadbentShared Hearts Lee JackmanKatherine’s Five Star Pick’sStory of my Life Lucy ScoreMr. Swoony Piper RayneMemories by the Shore MJ HuxleyThe Wolf King Lauren SalisburySingle Mom’s Guide to Love Chelle SloanWriting apps and platforms:Google DocsScrivnerDungeons and DragonsWordHow to ADHD YouTube channel-Five Game Changing Productivity apps for ADHDAyoaXTilesFiverr#bookstagram #bookpodcast
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Episode 9- World Building Part 4- Cultures & Societies
May 1, 202500:34:50Tap to summarizeWelcome back to our world building series! Today our focus is on cultures and societies! Below you’ll find our picks we discussed during the podcast. If you can please subscribe, like, comment, or review our podcast we would greatly appreciate your support!Kris’s PickShadow and Bone, Six of Crows by Leigh BardugoFable by Adrianne YoungThe Cruel Prince by Holly BlackKeeper of the Lost Cities by Shannon MessengerKatherine’s Pick:Bride by Initiation Maggie ColeAspect of Essence by Samantha AmstutzThe Hades and Persephone series by Scarlet St. ClairOrdering Chaos by Alexis Menard
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Episode 8-World Building Part 3 History and Lore
Apr 19, 202500:53:52Tap to summarizeWelcome back to Dragons and Drafts! Today is part 3 of our World building series! And today we are focusing on history and lore in writing. Please be sure to like and subscribe! If you enjoyed this podcast please consider leaving a review below to help others discover our content.Kris’s Picks:The Poppy War by R.F. QuangFuryborn by Claire LegrandFive Kingdoms by Brandon MullAlice Network by Kate QuinnKatherine’s Picks:The Vandeleur by Fleur DeVillainySecrets of Jane by Charlotte MalorySerpent and the Wings of Night by Carissa BroadbentSleeping with the Enemy by Hal VaughanDiscovery of Witches by Deborah HarknessThe University of Isles series and Between Dusk and Dawn by Vee TaylorThe Mists of Avalon Marion Zimmer Bradley
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Episode 7- World Building Part 2
Apr 12, 202500:30:06Tap to summarizeWelcome back to Dragons and Drafts! We are Katherine and Kris and we are so excited to have you join us today! Today is part 2 in a mini podcast series on all things World Building! Our focus for today is to discuss Magic systems and Politics in stories. Kris’s PicksThe Name of the Wild by Patrick RothfussDune by Frank HerbertSpark of the Everflame by Penn ColeKatherine’s PicksPowerless Trilogy by Lauren RobertsZodiac Academy by Caroline Peckham and Susanne Valenti Daughter of No Worlds (entire series is masterfully crafted and beautifully written world building)
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Episode 6- World Building Part 1
Mar 27, 202500:30:41Tap to summarizeEpisode 6 World Building Series part 1this episode with be the first in a mini series of podcasts where we talk about all the aspects of world building in stories.Katherine’s PicksHaley Jade- Dark Reflections SeriesLianne Kay- A Reflection of Silver and CrimsonCarissa Broadbent- Daughter of No WorldsKris’s PicksTolkien Lord Of The RingsBrandon Sanderson The Cosmere universe MistbornPenn Cole- Spark of the EverflameWriting PortionScience fiction and Fantasy associationhttps://www.sfwa.org
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Episode Five Writing Characters with Disabilities or Mental Health Disorders
Mar 13, 202500:27:57Tap to summarizeWelcome back to Dragons and Drafts! Today we are so excited to share with you some amazing stories that feature either disabilities or mental health. We love it when writers are inclusive and we love to shine a light on their stories in the hopes that it inspires you in your reading or writing journeys to see a different perspective or to feel seen! If you are experiencing a mental health crisis please reach out to your healthcare provider or someone close to you. Know that you are not alone and you matter in this world! Kris’s picks Galaxy walkers Kris PaulsenPercy Jackson by Rick RiordanMagnus Chase by Rick RiordanA Curse so dark and lonely by Brigid KemmererSix of crows by Leigh BardugoOut of My Mind by Sharon M. DraperDragon School by Sarah K. L. WilsonCinder by Marissa MeyerTurtles all the Way Down John Green Fall in Our Stars John GreenFourth Wing Rebecca YarrosThe Women by Kristin HannahKatherine picksPTSD/depression/anxiety Crazy Good by Rachel RobinsonDepression/ mental illness Run to Me by JB LaRee Deaf MMCIn Our Hands by Larissa MoyerDepressionHockey Boy Brittanee NicoleAutistic Thief Who Stole Christmas Angela Casella Depression/ suicideInto the Darkness Vee TaylorSign language Osparia Series by Lashell RainPTSD depression guilt of a death of a loved one/ addiction of alcohol Bearing the Burden by Jillian D. WrayGermaphobicThe Freak Out by Jenni BaraPhysical dysmorphia/ PTSD/ Touch adverseThe One She Loves by Anna HackettWriting Portion Recommendations for websitesFiverr.comWritingdiversity.comInclusiveminds.com#bookstagram #podcast #podcastshow #bookish #bookaholic #bookswithdisabilityrep #bookswithmentalhealthrep
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