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A podcast to help you overcome resistance and write with more joy, clarity, and confidence. If you’re working on a novel or memoir, stick around. Whether you haven’t written a word since your 5-paragraph essay days or you have an MFA in Creative Writing, this podcast is now your weekly coffee date on your journey to finish your first draft. Visit maryadkinswriter.com for more resources.
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Wednesday Jan 21, 2026
Wednesday Jan 21, 2026
In this Season 10 premiere of The First Draft Club, I'm sharing about times when I've encountered "expert" advice that sounded smart but felt wrong—and why I now think trusting that feeling is one of the most important skills you can develop as a writer.
You'll learn:
• Why impressive credentials don't always mean good advice
• The problem with "show don't tell" and other condescending writing rules
• How to recognize when advice will empower you vs. make you feel small
• Why your gut instinct is more valuable than you think (especially as a beginner)
• The difference between advice that sounds smart and advice that actually helps you write
If you've ever felt paralyzed by writing advice that made you feel like you'll never get it "right," this episode is for you. It's time to trust yourself.
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Happy writing! — Mary
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