Are you ready to embark on a literary adventure that will transform your writing journey? Join Christopher Howald and Jared Lovelady on the Creator Guild's Podcast as they delve deep into the creative process behind crafting compelling books. Chris and Jared take you behind the scenes as they author and promote their fantasy book series "The Chronicles of Duradim". The duo reveals insider tips and techniques on writing a book, navigating the intricacies of book writing, and becoming a better ...
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Episode 18: Learning with Liz - Character Emotions
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Do you ever feel sad? Do you ever feel angry? What about suspicious? Awkward? Adrontis? We all feel emotions at times, but how do you show those emotions in your writing without being cliche or over explaining (telling rather than showing)? Today, Liz Verity returns to share her insights with Jared and Chris on how to do this, and why it can be so …
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Episode 17: A Talk with Glub Glub
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He's back again to share his insights and wisdom with adoring fans! Jared and Chris return to have another discussion with Caleb...or as he will henceforth be known...Glub Glub. Thoughts run deep into the realm of moral relativism in stories. How do writers and creators determine the morals of the worlds they create? Do the morals and traditions of…
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Episode 16: The Power of Procrastination
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Do you put things off till the last minute? Believe it or not, so did some very famous creative geniuses. You're not distracted, or lazy, or unmotivated, you're just a super creative person. Maybe even a savant. It just takes the pressure of the last minute for your genius to express itself. At least, that's what we're going with... Join Jared and …
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Episode 15: Liz Verity and Epic Fantasy
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What is your favorite epic fantasy? (Hopefully the answer is the Chronicles of Duradim...) On this episode Jared and Chris sit down with content editor and epic fantasy writer, Liz Verity. The genre is not for the faint of heart. Thousands of pages, hundreds of thousands of words...in the words of the grandpa from The Princess Bride: "Are you kiddi…
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Episode 14: The Creator's Catch-22
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Have you worked to perfect your creativity, only to feel like it isn't where you want it to be? We've all been there. It's a dilemma we all face, that fight between perfection and good enough. So, how do you face it? Join Jared and Chris as they discuss this conundrum and how they've reconciled the fact that they're still learning, with the desire …
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With the summer Olympics in full swing, Jared and Chris decided that going for the Guild was the right move…The Springfield Writers’ Guild that is… There are lots of creative people out there and it’s a rewarding experience to rub elbows with them and share in the creative works they produce. The Guild members come from varied backgrounds and ages …
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Episode 12: Supersonic Blowgun? What?
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You've heard the phrase "Hold my beer", right? Sometimes you have to put your crazy ideas into action and see what your creative skills can accomplish. In this episode Jared and Chris talk about some crazy experiments they've done just for fun. You never know when something fun or cool will happen, even if it borders on dangerous or ridiculous. You…
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Episode 11: How Do We Riff?
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How do you come up with your stories and creative projects? Does it strike you like lightning with all the details suddenly embedded in your brain and your only task is to get everything on paper before the inspiration is gone? Or do you get little flashes of light, like the short burst of electricity in an electric fence, and you have to piece the…
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Episode 10: Dark Fantasy and Horror
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What do you think of Dark Fantasy and Horror? Art Breach is a Dark Fantasy and Horror reader and author. He joins Jared and Chris to talk about the differences in Fantasy and Dark Fantasy and why some authors delve into the darker side of story telling. He has written some of his own stories and is in the process of creating more. So why does he wr…
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Episode 9: Guest Timothy McGowen
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This is a special episode with guest author Timothy McGowen! Timothy is a prolific writer with 4 series and 21 published books under his belt. Creating mostly in the world of LitRPG he builds worlds with magical systems that center around character development and adventuring. In this episode Timothy shares the newest release, and the last book in …
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TREMENDICON! After attending their first Con, Jared and Chris are here to talk about the experience. Tremendicon is a creative Con focussed on Education, Inspiration, Encouragement, Collaboration, and Charity. Creators from all around the region met in Springfield, MO to connect and share their talents with the world. This was a new experience for …
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Episode 7: Nepotism and World Names
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Jared and Chris are back again, this time with Jared's brother and sister-in-law. Adam and Jackie have been involved in the creation of Duradim, the characters, and the plot from the very beginning. They've spent hours listening and reporting back as the story line progressed. They drive up for a visit occasionally, and they've spent many of the se…
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Episode 6: Creativity Runs In The Family
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Jared Lovelady and Chris Howald return for another discussion, this time joined by Chris's brother, Caleb. The writer's have gotten a lot of feedback on the book from Caleb, so if there are mistakes, they're likely Caleb's fault! They discuss likes and dislikes and get into some of the skills Caleb has developed over the years, including his leathe…
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Episode 5: Sometimes Life Gets In The Way of Creating A World
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Welcome back to the Creator's Guild featuring Christopher Howald and Jared Lovelady! In this episode Chris and Jared discuss what they enjoy and struggle with when reading other authors and how they're learning to avoid some of those pitfalls in their own story telling. Even the most well-belove story tellers have ideas or tropes that some people d…
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Episode 4: Inside the Writing Process of A Trilogy
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Embark on a captivating exploration of the creative process with Christopher Howald and Jared Lovelady in this illuminating podcast episode. Delve into the genesis of their remarkable journey, from the inception of their first book to its evolution into a captivating trilogy. Through candid conversation, Howald and Lovelady unveil the pivotal role …
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Episode 2: What Storytelling Techniques Work Best To Create A Character-Driven Story? Featuring Miller Thomas!
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What storytelling techniques are the best if you want to create a character driven story? Welcome to our podcast featuring Christopher Howald, Jared Lovelady, and their special guest, Miller Thomas! Welcome to our podcast featuring Christopher Howald, Jared Lovelady, and their special guest, Miller Thomas! In this gripping discussion, Miller Thomas…
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Episode 3: How To Write A Book With A Co-Author
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Have you ever wondered about how to write a book with a co-author? Welcome to our podcast featuring Christopher Howald and Jared Lovelady! In this episode, Christopher and Jared offer a fascinating glimpse into the intricacies of their collaborative writing process for their fantasy trilogy. They provide insights into the meticulous mapping of chap…
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Episode 1: Turning A Star Wars Fan Fiction Book Idea Into Our Own Epic World
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How did Chris and Jared turn a Star Wars fan fiction book idea into their own epic fantasy world? Welcome to our podcast featuring Christopher Howald and Jared Lovelady! Join us as we embark on a fascinating journey into the creation of their debut book and the evolution of its storyline. In this enlightening conversation, Christopher and Jared sha…
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