Fiction Writing Made Easy Podcast
1) #240. 10 Writing Mistakes That Make Readers Put Down Your Novel
Are you revising the same chapters over and over, but nothing you change is actually fixing the problem? Most writers go straight to the prose when their story isn't working. They tighten sentences, s...Show More
2) #239. Student Spotlight: How J.J. Henley Finished Her First Draft in 8 Months (With Two Kids and In 15 Minutes at a Time)
She wrote her first novel in 15-minute incrementsâin drive-through lines, at the dance studio, at swim lessonsâwhile raising two kids and walking through one of the hardest seasons of her family's lif...Show More
3) #238. How to Market Your Book in a Way That Actually Feels Good (With Beth Barany)
Learn how to market your book in a way that aligns with your values, builds genuine reader connections, and feels sustainable instead of draining. Book Marketing. These two words make most writers wan...Show More
4) #237. 3 Signs Your Novel Doesn't Need a Prologue (& What To Do Instead)
You wrote a prologue for your novel. But now you're wondering if you really need it. Here are three honest signs your story might actually be stronger without one. Writing a prologue feels like the ri...Show More
5) #236. The Truth About AI and Creative Writing with Ana Del Valle
Is AI here to replace novelists, steal ideas, or ruin copyright forever? Letâs separate fear from facts. AI and creative writing are among the most debated topics in the publishing industry right now....Show More
6) 235. Scene Structure Made Easy: The 5 Essential Elements Every Scene Needs
Learn the 5 key elements every scene needs to move your story forward and keep readers turning pages. Scene structure doesn't have to be complicated. Sure, there are many methods out there, such as St...Show More
7) #234. How to Build A Sustainable Writing Practice With Dr. Bailey Lang
Master the 8 Habits of Mind to build a sustainable, joyful writing practice that helps you finish your book without burnout or self-sabotage. Building a writing practice shouldn't feel like pushing a ...Show More
8) #233. 5 Secrets to Writing Dialogue That Sounds Natural
Master the art of writing natural-sounding dialogue by learning how to remove unnecessary lines, shape distinct character voices, and write conversations that feel purposeful on the page. If your dial...Show More
9) #232. 5 Tips For Crafting Morally Gray Characters Readers Love
Discover the five craft techniques that make morally gray characters impossible to put downâso you can write complex, compelling figures readers will argue about, defend, and love despite everything. ...Show More
10) #231. Student Spotlight: 5 Lessons Learned from Notes to Novel (Season 7) - Part 2
Discover how five Notes to Novel students stopped guessing their way through drafts by planning and outlining their stories with a clear structure. In this Student Spotlight episode, youâll hear from ...Show More