Episode 112-Murder and Merlot by Heather Jay Harris

From Reads and Weeds by Reads and Weeds

July 2, 2025 · 1h 23m

About this episode

The episode features a discussion with Heather Jay Harris about her new book and screenplay, focusing on feedback and writing techniques.

Claire and I were so honored and excited when Heather Jay reached out with an early draft of her new book and asked us for specific feedback. Oh boy! Honest specific feedback is so hard to get when your friends love you. Haha. Heather also wrote the screenplay for the upcoming movie so we talked about process, pace, reveals, characterization, and what you learn by studying LOTS of best sellers. My equipment is still gone so YES it was recorded on an iphone in the middle of the table. Enjoy.

People in this episode

Host: Claire

Guest: Heather Jay Harris

Topics covered

book feedback
screenplay writing
characterization
story pacing
best seller analysis

Keywords

Murder and Merlot
book feedback
screenplay
characterization
story pacing
best sellers

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Murder and Merlot, screenplay, best sellers