Posted on July 24, 2019 by Octavia
This episode, the authors Nan and Octavia talk about those endearing childhood books that actually have terrible lessons, morals and themes. Plus, they talk about making a kitchy movie about kitten parties. Ok, they’re not really going to do that, but it’s a funny… Continue Reading “Kitschens (and Bad Books)”
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Posted on July 17, 2019 by Octavia
When Nan & Octavia unpack the origins of an unanticipated rift in their relationship, the only rationale is The Octavian Theorem. The authors spend this episode dissecting the pros and cons of digital and virtual writer’s groups in the limitless world of social media… Continue Reading “The Octavian Theorem”
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Posted on July 3, 2019 by Octavia
In what might be the most hysterical episode yet, Nan and Octavia review the past year and how their unique definitions of success and achievement have evolved. While reviewing some major accomplishments and lessons learned, they get a surprise visit from the one and… Continue Reading “There’s Something About Mickey”
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Posted on February 28, 2019 by Octavia
Nan and Octavia pick up where they left off in Part 1 with their list of Top Ten things to love to hate about haters. It’s ok to read that sentence again if you need to. The show is condensed for you, but enjoy… Continue Reading “Get some business and mind it (Part 2)”
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Posted on December 26, 2018 by Octavia
The FML ladies get to the heart of the Batter & Berries establishment, with co-owner Craig Richardson, as he explains what makes Batter & Berries tick, then defines what true partnership means to him. Today’s menu serves up a bit of parenting, partnership and… Continue Reading “2. Trust – Batter & Berries Part 2”
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Posted on October 30, 2018 by Octavia
With all of the prep and excitement ramping up to NaNoWriMo 2018 (WHICH IS IN TWO DAYS), Nan and Octavia think about what comes next. After you complete the world’s next greatest novel this November, you need to find the best next step for… Continue Reading “Episode 9: I swearded”
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Posted on October 25, 2018 by Octavia
GET EXCITED BECAUSE IT’S ANOTHER TOP TEN! In the as-promised second bonus episode, Octavia interviews Nan for a Top Ten of Nano for Newbies. National November Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) is NEXT WEEK. Both Nan and Octavia are participating in NaNoWriMo this year and will be… Continue Reading “Bonus Episode 2: Nano According to Nan”
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Posted on October 23, 2018 by Octavia
This week, Nan steps into the sister-therapist role and talks Octavia out of a terrible case of fear and self-doubt over her biblical fiction novel concept. The two discuss the triggers behind writer’s block, and the boldness in storytelling, especially within the context of… Continue Reading “Episode 8: So Many Teeth”
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Posted on October 16, 2018 by Octavia
This week was a crazy week for the blossoming best-selling authors so they bypassed their weekly goals check-in and focus on their recurring supernatural writing affirmations with a Top Ten list of Weird Shit. If you’re like Nan and Octavia and look for signs… Continue Reading “Episode 7: Aurora’s Rural Brewery”
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Posted on October 9, 2018 by Octavia
Nan and Octavia check-in on big wins and discuss the future of bookstores and bookshop culture. https://tavindamedia.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/Episode-6-Is-That-Thunder.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | RSS
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