In this episode of The Scribe Vibe with Janae, we dive deep into a transformational writing technique: journaling daily as your character for 30 days straight. Inspired by method acting, this approach helps you move beyond creating characters to embodying them—giving your writing a richer, more authentic voice. I’ll walk you through the psychology behind character immersion, how to set up your character journal, what breakthroughs to expect, and how to use these insights to level up your manuscript. Plus, I’ll share real case studies, personal stories, and a 30-day challenge to ignite your creativity.

Be sure to visit www.janaewritesbooks.com for free companion resources! And don’t forget to check out my latest audiobook Shadows and Temptations, and the novel that started it all: Blood and Wealth: Beginnings.

Next week, get ready to disrupt the rules with our upcoming episode: "Disrupting Grammar: Writing with Broken Syntax to Create New Voices."

In this laugh-and-learn episode of The Scribe Vibe with Janae, we’re diving into the unexpected but powerful connection between writing and stand-up comedy. From pacing and timing to crafting authentic dialogue, comedy has a lot more in common with storytelling than you might think—and today, we're unpacking it all.

Janae shares how comedy techniques sharpened her own writing, breaks down the core overlap between the two crafts, and brings on a special guest who blends both worlds. You’ll learn how to control narrative tempo like a seasoned comic, add punch to your dialogue, and use humor to elevate tension and emotion.

Stick around for hands-on exercises, storytelling tips you won’t find in your average writing class, and a preview of Janae’s latest releases—including her audiobook Shadows and Temptations and her new book Blood and Wealth: Beginnings.

Mentioned in this episode:

📚 www.janaewritesbooks.com

🎧 Shadows and Temptations (Audiobook available now)

📖 Blood and Wealth: Beginnings — Grab your copy today!

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Dive into a creative journey where storytelling meets game design! In this episode, we explore how the structured mechanics of Dungeons & Dragons can unlock fresh approaches to character creation and worldbuilding. Whether you're a lifelong D&D enthusiast or a writer looking for new narrative tools, discover how stats, classes, and backgrounds can breathe life into your characters, while spells, monsters, and planar cosmology add textured depth to your settings.

Join us as we break down:

• The art of building balanced characters using D&D’s core attributes.
• How to design immersive worlds with consistent magical systems and memorable creatures.
• Practical tips on plotting and social dynamics inspired by tabletop gameplay.

Tune in for insights, practical applications, and creative inspiration that will leave you ready to roll initiative on your next writing project!

In this spine-tingling episode of Writer’s Talk, we’re diving deep into dark fantasy with special guest Jay Burrell, author of Son of the Dragon, a haunting reimagining of Vlad the Impaler set in the gothic TTRPG world of The Harrowed Earth.

Jay joins us to talk about the creative process behind blending real-world history with unsettling fantasy, how TTRPG mechanics helped shape the story, and why Vlad's legend still captivates centuries later.

We explore the twisted magic of worldbuilding, the complexity of writing morally gray characters, and what makes The Harrowed Earth such a rich setting for both players and readers.