Episodes

Got something to say? Send us a text! In this special update, Matt and Christina share that Write Out Loud will be taking a short, mid-season pause to recalibrate and focus on personal challenges and commitments. The hosts e...

Got something to say? Send us a text! This week, Matt and Christina dive into the phenomenon of the "will not read" list. They explore why readers blackball certain authors, noting that these refusals usually transcend simple critiques of writing style and fall into three distinct categories: Moral…

Got something to say? Send us a text! Matt and Christina discuss whether spoilers and predictable endings ruin stories, arguing that mystery isn’t dead but often misunderstood. Using examples like Titanic , Pride and Prejudi...

Got something to say? Send us a text! Matt and Christina discuss Rachel Reid’s romance Heated Rivalry and its HBO adaptation, focusing on the rivals-to-lovers relationship between Ilya and Shane, the slow-burn tension, and t...

Got something to say? Send us a text! In this episode of 'Write Out Loud,' Matt and Christina return after a brief hiatus to tackle the complex question of whether writers should be vocal about their personal political beliefs or let their work speak for itself. They discuss the implications and po…

Got something to say? Send us a text! In this episode of 'Write Out Loud', Matt and Christina delve into the nuance of ambiguous endings in storytelling, inspired by the classic short story 'The Lady or the Tiger' by Frank R. Stockton. They discuss how modern TV shows like 'Stranger Things' are usi…

Got something to say? Send us a text! It's another Holiday Replay, and this time we're bringing back our episode with author Ruby Dixon! This episode originally aired back on October 14, 2024, so you'll hear some mentions of a book releasing going live "tomorrow." That, obviously, was back then. Th…

Got something to say? Send us a text! In this Holiday Replay episode of Write Out Loud , we revisit our unforgettable conversation with Kristen Ashley , a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author whose career has help...

Got something to say? Send us a text! In this episode of 'Write Out Loud,' Matt and Christina explore what makes characters truly unforgettable. The hosts discuss the qualities that endear characters to readers, including depth, motivation, and impactful choices. Through examples like Atticus Finch…

Got something to say? Send us a text! In this episode of Write Out Loud, Matt and Christina dive into the world of hot takes in storytelling and writing. They debate controversial opinions and craft advice such as the use of...

Got something to say? Send us a text! In this episode of Write Out Loud, Matt & Christina dive into the discussion of TV show release schedules, debating the merits of the all-at-once 'binge' model made popular by Netflix ve...

Got something to say? Send us a text! In this episode of 'Write Out Loud,' co-hosts Matt and Christina deep dive into the world of literary representation. They welcome acclaimed literary agent Lisa Woodson, who shares invaluable insights into the publishing world. The conversation explores common …

Got something to say? Send us a text! In this episode of Write Out Loud, hosts Matt and Christina are joined by bestselling author Suzanne Brockmann . Suz talks about her career in romance and military suspense novels, as wel...

Got something to say? Send us a text! Kickoff to Season Five: What's To Come and Celebrating Milestones In the inaugural episode of Write Out Loud's fifth season, hosts Matt and Christina celebrate their return with excitement and energy. Reflecting on significant life changes and a longer-than-exp…