Jodi Spins Stories

How to write non-POV characters who seem real

In which I offer a bunch of things to think about. So much thinking.

Jun 12 • Jodi Meadows

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That escalated quickly

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Jun 8 • Jodi Meadows

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Where to find me in June!

Virginia and Maryland!

Jun 1 • Jodi Meadows

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May 2026

My actual job

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May 14 • Jodi Meadows

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Real vs. fake "book club" requests

How to spot the difference

May 5 • Jodi Meadows

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April 2026

Should writers edit while drafting? Or finish the book first?

this will shock you, but: it depends

Apr 13 • Jodi Meadows

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Basement crack: the sequel

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Apr 9 • Jodi Meadows

March 2026

How to stay motivated

Just a few suggestions

Mar 26 • Jodi Meadows

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When to send your manuscript to critique partners

And how polished does it have to be?

Mar 16 • Jodi Meadows

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A long overdue catch-up email!

Bye Forever + Confessions!

Mar 12 • Jodi Meadows

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Hope for the future

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Mar 9 • Jodi Meadows

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February 2026

The most (and least) useful ways for authors to spend money

These are suggestions; I'm not the boss of you.

Feb 17 • Jodi Meadows

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