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Show, don't Tell Writing with Suzy Vadori
If writing advice and the lingo used in the publishing industry usually sounds like gobbledygook to you, look no further than this Show, don’t Tell Writing podcast.
I’m Author, Editor, and Book Coach Suzy Vadori, and I’m absolutely obsessed with helping writers get their ideas onto the page in a way that readers LOVE. If you think Show, don’t Tell is just tired writing advice, prepare to have your eyes opened as I break down the process of applying this key technique in both fiction and nonfiction books, sharing step-by-step actions each week you can take immediately to get closer each week to your wildest writing dreams, whether you’re writing your first book, or your tenth, all while making the process inspiring and fun.
If you want your book to get published, read, loved, and shared with readers all over the world, I’ll address the questions that are sooo hard to find answers for.
Is your writing good enough to be published in today’s market? What are the unwritten rules that can make agents, publishers, and readers give your book 5-star reviews? Do you have what it takes to make it as a writer? Hint: You definitely do, but nobody is born knowing how to write a terrific book, so join us to give yourself an advantage over all the other books out there by adding to your writing skills, and getting the straight goods on the industry.
In this weekly show, I’ll bring you writing techniques, best practices, motivation, inspirational stories from real live authors out there making it in the world, and actionable advice that can help you turn that book you’re writing into the bestseller you know deep down that it can be. I’ll even share the tangible, step-by-step writing advice that I used to escape her daily grind of being a corporate executive to make a living doing all things writing, and living my best creative life. I’ll be interviewing top writing experts and authors who give you the straight goods on what it takes to make it as a writer. Knowing these writing truths has given me the opportunity to work with thousands of writers over the past decade who have seen their writing dreams come true, and doors open for them that they hadn’t even thought of when they started their journey.
If you’re ready to stop spinning your wheels on your book’s draft and get serious about making your writing the best it can be, don't miss an episode – subscribe or follow today, and visit my website at www.suzyvadori.com for more writing resources and updates.
Episodes
99 episodes
98. [Show, don't Tell Page Review] Adult Fantasy with Sarah Miller
This week, Suzy reviews a page from an Adult Fantasy novel. She reviews strategies for making meaning using inner thoughts and close third person perspective.Learn how adjusting pacing and revealing stakes can keep engagement high for yo...
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97. How to Change the Pacing in Your Writing with Sam Cameron (Part 2)
Now that you know what tension is, how do you slow things down when you want to amp up the tension? In this episode, Suzy and Sam explore pacing and how you can change it up in your own writing, and when you need an outside perspective.
96. Creating Tension in Your Book with Sam Cameron (Part 1)
If you've ever struggled with understanding tension in your writing, Sam Cameron and Suzy discuss what it is, and how you can make sure you have it, before you even start writing.
95. [Show, don't Tell Page Review] Make Your Middle Grade Stand Out
Join Suzy this week for a page review of a middle-grade novel to find out: How to highlight themes already in your manuscript to stand out in a difficult querying environment. How to infuse agency in your main cha...
94. Narrative Techniques for Showing and Telling with Abigail Raeke
Tune in this week to learn with book coach Abigail Raeke about the difference between scene and summary and how to use each narrative technique in your writing to focus your reader on what is really im...
93. [Show, don't Tell Page Review] Middle Grade Magical Realism
Join Suzy and Author Stacy Burch as they discuss how to moderate pacing with the inner thoughts, and the importance of establishing a clear want and stakes for your main character in every scene.
92. Kiss and Tell: Writing Romance with Michelle Hazen
If you're a romance writer looking to spice up your sex scenes, or just looking for concrete ways to up the intimacy in whatever genre you write, Michelle Hazen has written the instruction manual th...
91. Nurturing Heart-Centered Stories with Dani Abernathy
Join the conversation this week as Suzy and Dani Abernathy discuss how using a rooted approach and systems like the Enneagram can help you as a writer discover, nurture, and grow the story that only ...
90. The Transformative Power of Romance
In this episode, Suzy welcomes Romance Author and Book Coach Emily Colin, and they dive into a conversation on how the Romance genre is both powerful and transformative, but all too frequently dismissed as fluff.
89. Balancing Facts with Storytelling Through a Writer's Lens
This week, Suzy chats with Fulbright Scholar and Author Gigi Berardi about her novel, Bianca's Cure, and how ...
88. Audiobook Production (Part 2)
In part 2 of this series on audiobooks, Jenny Hoops of Snowdog Audio and Suzy dive into the nitty-gritty of audiobook production. Learn what kind of equipment you need for a DIY setup, and the variety...
87. Audiobooks Demystified (Part 1)
If the idea of having an audiobook edition of your book is overwhelming, this two-part podcast episode series is for you! Suzy sits down with audiobook producer and the founder of Snowdog Audio, Jenny...
86. 20 Ways to Get Paid as a Writer
Mentioned in the Episode: Show don’t tell Writing Podcast: Episode #61. 100 Rejections with Liz J...
85. Bad Showing and Good Telling
Is it ALWAYS more important to Show? When can you TELL? Join Suzy and her guest this week, book coach Julie Artz, for an energetic conversation about when you should rein in your showing and opt to simpl...
84. Writing About Your Life As Fiction
What if you wanted to write about your life, but you didn't want to tell all in a memoir? In this episode Suzy talks with Shivani Malik, PhD, about the process o...
83. Not Your Granny's Grammar with Patty McGee
If you've ever wondered when to use an Oxford comma (or what that even is!) this is the episode for you! Suzy chats with Patty McGee, one of the co-authors of the amazing grammar guide "Not Your Granny's Grammar" to demystify grammar for writer...
82. Newsletters for Writers with Tarzan Kay
Self-promotion and marketing are likely scary words for newer writers. This week, Email Marketing Expert, Tarzan Kay, breaks down how simple it is to start an email newsletter, and why it is the most valuable thing you can do for your future wr...
81. Writing, Neuroscience, and How it Affects your Readers
Dr. Sean Pauzauskie joins Suzy this week for a fascinating discussion of brain science, and the many ways it relates to readers and writing. They discuss his debut novel,
80. Applying Fiction Skills to Writing Non Fiction with Dr. Laura
Suzy chats with the multi-talented Dr. Laura about writing fiction, non-fiction, and her new book I Wish I'd Quit Sooner. Dr. Laura Hambley Lovett is an award-winning organizational psychologist,keynote speaker, author, and podc...
79. Best Writing Advice of 2025
Episodes featuring this week's advice givers:Episode #33 Interview with Monica Cox: Revision and Mindset
78. 2025 Writing Recap with Suzy Vadori
What a year it has been! Join Suzy as she recaps what she has been doing all year as an author, editor, and book coach. Download my most popular resources of 2025:➡️
77. Where Research Meets Memoir, an Interview with Treena Orchard
Treena and Suzy chat about how to pivot from researching a topic to writing a memoir. The differences between academic and creative writing, and how to embrace the ups and downs in your life to create connections with your audience.
76. Behind the Scenes: Show, don't Tell in The Downloaded and The Downloaded 2
Join Suzy and Robert for the second half of their conversation where they talk about Show, don't Tell, the unique opportunities of audiobooks, and the incredible advice that saved Roberts career in writing from disaster before it even began.&nb...
75. Behind the Scenes: Structure Decisions for The Downloaded and The Downloaded 2 (Part 1)
This week, in part 1 of a two-part episode, Suzy sits down with prolific and award-winning Canadian author Robert J. Sawyer. They discuss the fascinating backstory behind the decisions for the structure o...