1 rich Libsyn https://www.libsyn.com 90 600 Join the plague house as Vicky and Joe discuss Covid (she has it), retelling the Greek myths from a woman’s point of view, and 10 wonderful pieces of writing advice from Vicky’s favourite ever author, Terry Pratchett. You’ll also get a short side-quest on whirlpools, near-death experiences, and George Orwell, which is relevant. Honest. &amp;nbsp; Key Takeaways: [1:30] Vicky has COVID and it’s a lot of frowny faces in the Dingle right now. [3:15] Vicky is a terrible sick person. She hates just loafing about on the couch. [10:15] It’s so important to read diverse books because you get a better understanding of your fellow humans. [12:00] Terry Pratchett is one of Vicky’s favorite authors. [15:45] It might be difficult, but there are a lot of benefits to listening to someone who has an opposing opinion than you. [19:45] Read everything that you think is going to be interesting.&amp;nbsp; [22:10] Don’t be afraid to submit your writing online! [25:00] Stand for something and do it out loud. [29:20] Debate is a very important part of learning about the other person’s side. [32:45] You should definitely go off and read some Terry Pratchett books! &amp;nbsp; Mentioned in This Episode: Website Book Breakthrough Jam Podcast Subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, and Overcast Email Vicky about 1:1 coaching at: vicky@moxiebooks.co.uk Terrypratchettbooks.com/ Microbook magic Stone Blind: Medusa's Story Book by Natalie Haynes Detransition, Baby by Torrey Peters Notes in the Margin http://www.moxiebooks.co.uk. <iframe title="Libsyn Player" style="border: none" src="//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/24968124/height/90/theme/custom/thumbnail/yes/direction/forward/render-playlist/no/custom-color/87A93A/" height="90" width="600" scrolling="no" allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen></iframe> https://assets.libsyn.com/secure/content/140088507