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Wynnona Earp brought me to this one. I love it. When to listen: This for me is a final fight or struggle song. It’s pure power and positive energy, but it works for that. Readers, Do you have a question about writing, publishing, my stories, etc? Please feel free to post a comment or email me. jimthewritingwizard@gmail.com I’ll use those comments to select my next … Read More From My Writing Playlist
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“I’m curious, but what have you found one of the most difficult things that comes with writing?” -Steven Capps Hi Steven, There are a lot of hurdles to overcome in writing… a lot. This is just me personally, but the hardest thing for writing is finding the time to write and then pulling myself away from the keyboard when I need to. It is … Read More Writing’s Most Difficult Aspect #Writing #Author #Advice
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Not even the Imperial March could come close to being as recognizable and identifiable as the Top Gun theme. Far more simplistic in nature, yet bombastic and upbeat at the same time. It is such an iconic theme clearly right out of 80s Hair Metal, that you can’t ignore it. When to Listen: … yeah this is another upbeat writer’s block song. Listen … Read More From My Writing Playlist #Writing #Author #Advice
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Yes, yes, another Sabaton. Still, an awesome song about my Grandfather’s unit (albeit the wrong War). When to listen: General playlist for me, though this could work as a battle scene building song as well. Readers, Do you have a question about writing, publishing, my stories, etc? Please feel free to post a comment or email me. jimthewritingwizard@gmail.com I’ll use those comments to select my … Read More From My Writing Playlist
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This beautiful power ballad brings a tear to my eye every time. It has everything an 80s hair metal band would have and more. Definitely one of the band’s stronger songs. When to Listen: Eh… I mean there are two places I suppose you could. One could make the argument that this could be a […]
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So death and/or despair. Hoo boy… um… well… I’m going to give you a few before I go back to Romance tomorrow. I suppose I should post this one for death: What the hell??? Before you all go scratching your heads, hear me out. I’m not referring to the entire song. Just the opening vocalist. Still don’t get it? Listen to the opening vocalist … Read More From My Writing Playlist #Writing #Author #Advice
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An oldie, but goodie from an old school band. I know, not metal, but worth a listen. 80s forever! When to listen: I would say relationship building, or perhaps after the loss of a loved one in the story where the character would be reflecting on their memories Good luck, and may the schwartz be with you. Readers, Do you have a question about writing, … Read More From My Writing Playlist
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Hi Jim, I’ve been working on my story for a while and it takes me through a lot of dialogue along the way. I’m trying to write a modern story with slang and lingo that people today understand. However my spellcheck picks it up and gives me the ‘correct’ recommendations. I don’t want my writing to sound unprofessional, but I don’t want my characters … Read More Grammar in Dialogue? #Writing #Author #Advice
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A new dragonforce song… I admit I’m a little off on this one, but it is starting to grow on me. When to listen: I personally like this one on the general playlist. It really speaks to me as I work on world building and characters, but it also has a lot of pure positive energy to boot. Readers, Do you have a question about … Read More From My Writing Playlist
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Another new dragonforce song… they really have changed their style… It’s not a bad thing, but… well… I dunno. I’ll have to wait and see how this grows on me. When to listen: This is my coffee. I listen to songs like this to start driving me to get going. I literally listen to songs like this when I’m worn out, or just getting up, … Read More From My Writing Playlist
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Before you ask, no I do not speak Mongolian. However, I like the idea of combining traditional Mongolian throat singing with Heavy Metal. It seems like an almost logical fit. When to listen: I don’t even really know what this song is about. So… if you do, feel free to let me know. This is general playlist for me, though the menacing tone could … Read More From My Writing Playlist
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I’m not huge into pop music. I’m just going to throw that out there, but something about this song’s catchy tune drew me in and it got stuck in my head. When to listen: Meh… general playlist I guess? That’s where I have it. I suppose it could be used during the heroes quest. Readers, Do you have a question about writing, publishing, my … Read More From My Writing Playlist
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