Everyday Writers Podcast
Hosted by Everyday Writers
A podcast for writers seeking practical craft advice, publishing insights, and encouragement from two authors who are in the trenches with them.
A dual-format show offering both deep-dive craft episodes and author interviews, alongside a separate, shorter weekly trivia show called "Foreshadow This." The main episodes are candid, supportive conversations between two friends and working writers, sharing their own recent struggles and successes with topics like query burnout and self-editing. Interviews feature authors from various genres discussing their process and new books.
“The show's blend of practical, empathetic advice from hosts currently in the writing trenches is its standout feature. The addition of the weekly "Foreshadow This" trivia segment provides a light, community-building counterpoint to the more intensive craft episodes.”
Who hosts this show
Everyday Writers is a podcast for writers by writers, hosted by authors Crystal McQueen and Jordan S. Keller. They share practical writing tips, craft discussions, and honest conversations about the writing life, from drafting and revision to querying and publishing. The show aims to help writers improve their skills, build a sustainable creative practice, and stay motivated.
Credentials & credits
- Crystal McQueen: Author, MFA from EKU's Bluegrass Writer's Studio.
- Jordan S. Keller: Author, BA in Convergent Media from Morehead State University.
- Crystal McQueen: 2022 Emerging Writer award for Fiction, EKU's Bluegrass Writer's Studio.
- Jordan S. Keller: Founder of The Queen City Fiction Writers critique group.
- Crystal McQueen: Published in various literary magazines.
- Jordan S. Keller: Background in print and radio journalism.
Other ventures
- Jordan S. Keller: Author of the 'Ashes Over Avalon' series.
- Jordan S. Keller: Author of 'Failing Gravity' and 'A Sea of Ships and Souls'.
- Crystal McQueen: Co-host of the Everyday Writers Podcast.
- Jordan S. Keller: Co-host of the Everyday Writers Podcast.
What kind of podcast
- Country
- United States
- Region
- usa
When new episodes drop
- 01
- 02Foreshadow This: Iconic First Lines (E3)Jun 25, 2026 · 7 min
- 03The Truth About Query Burnout and How to Recover (E22)Jun 23, 2026 · 20 min
- 04Foreshadow This: Fourth Wing (E2)Jun 18, 2026 · 6 min
- 05Foreshadow This: Test your Literary Knowledge (E1)Jun 11, 2026 · 6 min
- 06From Idea to Memoir: Justin Marlowe on Craft, Memory, and Identity (E21.5)Jun 9, 2026 · 26 min
- 07Plot & Stakes: How to Keep Readers Turning the Page (E21)May 19, 2026 · 25 min
- 08Laura Clarke Walker on Gothic Atmosphere and the Supernatural (E20.5)May 5, 2026 · 18 min
Notable episodes
- 01The Truth About Query Burnout and How to Recover (E22)
A core episode that exemplifies the hosts' supportive, 'in the trenches' approach to a difficult but common writer experience.
- 02From Idea to Memoir: Justin Marlowe on Craft, Memory, and Identity (E21.5)
Showcases their author interview format, featuring a discussion on memoir writing with guest Justin Marlowe.
- 03Foreshadow This: Iconic First Lines (E3)
A good example of their short, fun, and engaging weekly trivia segment that builds community with their audience.
- 04Plot & Stakes: How to Keep Readers Turning the Page (E21)
A representative deep-dive into a fundamental element of writing craft, demonstrating their practical, advice-driven content.
What you'll be asked on this show
The analyzed episodes did not include a guest interview. The primary format observed is a co-hosted discussion where Crystal McQueen and Jordan S. Keller share personal anecdotes and practical advice on a specific writing topic. Their dynamic is collaborative and encouraging, building on each other's points to demystify the writing process for their listeners.
The main episodes are a conversational co-hosted chat, often structured around a central theme like plot or querying. The hosts use their own experiences as examples, creating a supportive and relatable tone. The podcast also releases shorter, weekly trivia episodes under the title "Foreshadow This," which follow a simple question-and-answer format. [iM68i31qTGE, G9Dgncq2of0]
Signature segments
- · Foreshadow This (trivia segment)
- · Opening: "Welcome back to Everyday Writers, your one-stop shop for demystifying the writing process." [fHuqOVYh8ns]
- · Closing: "Everyday is a good day to write." [fHuqOVYh8ns]
- · This or That (closing game)
Topics covered repeatedly
Who gets booked here
The show books published authors across a range of genres, from memoirists like Justin Marlowe to gothic fiction writers like Laura Clarke Walker, to discuss their craft, process, and latest books.
- Justin Marloweon From Idea to Memoir: Justin Marlowe on Craft, Memory, and Identity (E21.5)
- Laura Clarke Walkeron Laura Clarke Walker on Gothic Atmosphere and the Supernatural (E20.5)
Where to find this show
Audience & reach
Estimated: The podcast currently features self-promotion for the hosts' own book series. [iM68i31qTGE] This suggests a likely interest in sponsorships from author services, writing software, publishers, and other books relevant to their audience.
Subscriber and view counts are pulled live from YouTube and re-verified on a 30-day cycle. Listener estimates for the RSS feed aren't published here unless they're host-verified.
Pitch Everyday Writers
People also ask
- What are the hosts' real names and credentials?
- The hosts are Crystal McQueen, an author with an MFA from EKU's Bluegrass Writer's Studio, and Jordan S. Keller, an author with a BA in Convergent Media and a background in journalism.
- What is the format of the podcast?
- The podcast has two formats: long-form episodes (monthly) that are either co-host discussions on craft or author interviews, and a short, weekly trivia show called "Foreshadow This."
- Is the Everyday Writers Podcast still active?
- Yes, the podcast publishes new episodes regularly, including weekly trivia and monthly craft/interview episodes.
- Who are the guests on the show?
- They interview published authors across different genres, such as memoirist Justin Marlowe and gothic fiction author Laura Clarke Walker.
- Where can I listen to the podcast?
- The podcast is available on YouTube and Spotify.
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- [01]Official Websitecrystalmcqueen.com
- [02]Crystal McQueen's Author Websitecrystalmcqueen.com
- [03]Jordan S. Keller's Author Websitejordanskeller.com
- [04]YouTube Channelyoutube.com
- [05]Goodreads: Jordan S. Kellergoodreads.com
- [06]Goodreads: Laura Clarke Walkergoodreads.com
- [07]Bio: Justin Marloweboldjourney.com
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