Writing in Color with ChaChanna

Writing in Color is a podcast about storytelling, joy, and the creative journey of building a writing career. Hosted by ChaChanna, a writer sharing her real-time experiences, the show blends personal reflections, creative inspiration, and the occasional original short story. Whether she’s talking about what she’s writing or the moments that bring her joy, Writing in Color invites you to slow down, get cozy, and see where the story takes you. New episodes every Saturday.

Writing in Color with ChaChanna is a fiction podcast hosted by ChaChanna, with 30 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

ChaChanna hosts Writing in Color with ChaChanna, a fiction show with 30 episodes published.

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  30: The YouTube Pivot — Writing Stories with Longevity

  Jun 14, 202515 minS0

  <p>This week, I’m breaking down the new direction for my creative business—and why YouTube is now the center of it all. From trying (and abandoning) Patreon to dreaming up a serialized assassin story to now reading flash fiction on YouTube, I’m sharing it all: what’s working, what’s not, and how I plan to make money from storytelling without burning out.</p><p>🔔 Subscribe to my YouTube: ChaChanna on YouTube<br />📝 Sign up for my newsletter to get stories early: ChaChannaWrites.com/newsletter</p>

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  29: When the Stage Calls, I Answer

  May 31, 202517 minS0

  <p>A few weeks ago, I had a stellar storytelling weekend. I debuted a brand-new story on Saturday, got great feedback, and then performed it again at the open mic show I host—Storytelling Sundays at The Westport Library.</p><p>In this episode, I’m walking you through my full process from idea spark to stage-ready performance, how my prep style has (thankfully) evolved over the years, and what makes live storytelling so magical for me. I also share what I’m working on next, including dipping my toes into folktales!</p><p>🎤 Plus: I’m on a mission to become a...

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  28. The Domino Effect of a Story Arc

  May 24, 202511 minS0

  <p>Last weekend was a storytelling double feature with back-to-back events, big laughs, and a whole lotta love. For the first time, my friends and family came out in force to support me, and even joined in the fun!</p><p>This episode, I’m sharing how that experience reminded me why I tell stories out loud, and how behind the scenes, the dominoes are falling on my own fictional story arc. I thought I had it all figured out...until I sat down to write.</p><p>Now I’m making big decisions about the foundation of Color-Coded Assassins, the...

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  27. Why I’m Chasing 100 Readers (and Not Begging My Friends)

  May 17, 202511 minS0

  <p>This week I’m switching gears—and sharing what it really looks like to grow a creative business from scratch.</p><p>I’m talking about my goal to reach 100 newsletter subscribers, why I’m not asking friends and family to sign up, and the honest (sometimes sad!) numbers behind this podcast. I’m also sharing my next move to reach more readers—hello, short story submissions—and why I’m putting my assassin stories on pause (for now).</p><p>Plus, I talk about From Paris With Love, YouTube Shorts movie recs, and the surprising joy of a well-placed obje...

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  26. What Happens When You Revive an Old Story Idea?

  May 10, 202516 minS0

  <p>This week, I’m diving back into a world I thought I left behind—my Color-Coded Assassins series. From a dusty notebook to a fully fleshed-out universe, I share how the story has evolved and why I’m more obsessed than ever. I’m also reflecting on the process of slow building, creative structure, and trusting the pace of your own path.</p><p>Plus:<br />✨ A joyful tradition my boyfriend and I look forward to every week<br />😳 An embarrassing (but hilarious) cemetery moment from my teen years<br />🎤 Two chances to see me live on stage this May!</p><p>Come...

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