Fiction Writing Made Easy | Top Creative Writing Podcast for Fiction Writers & Writing Tips
Fiction Writing Made Easy is your go-to podcast for practical, no-fluff tips on how to write, edit, and publish a novel—from first draft to finished book. Hosted by developmental editor and book coach Savannah Gilbo, this show breaks down the fiction writing process into clear, actionable steps so you can finally make progress on your manuscript. Whether you're a first-time author or a seasoned writer looking to sharpen your skills, each episode offers insights on novel writing, story structure, character development, world-building, editing, and publishing. Savannah also shares mindset tips, writing routines, and revision strategies to help you stay motivated and finish your novel with confidence. If you're asking these questions, you're in the right place: How do I write a novel without experience?What’s the best way to structure a story that works?How do I develop strong characters and build immersive worlds?How do I edit or revise my first draft?When is my book ready to publish?What are my self-publishing and traditional publishing options? New episodes drop weekly to help you write a novel you're proud of—and get it into readers’ hands.
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All those writing articles you"ve bookmarked? They might be the exact reason you can"t finish your novel. Here"s what"s really happening—and the simple shift that changes everything. You know that browser folder labeled "Writing Advice"? The one with 147 articles about plot structure and 83 posts on character developme
#202. Student Spotlight: How Kara Kentley Turned a Messy Draft Into a Published Romance (and How You Can Too)
After years of rewriting the same sagging middle and juggling two confusing timelines, Kara Kentley discovered the romance structure secrets that transformed her messy draft into a published novel that sells daily. Today I"m chatting with Kara Kentley, contemporary romance author of Another Summer and a Notes to Novel
What if the reason you haven"t written your novel has nothing to do with how many hours are in your day? "I don"t have time to write" might be the most common excuse that stops aspiring authors before they even start. But here’s what I’ve learned after working with hundreds of writers… It’s not about how much time you
Feel stuck "finding time" to write your novel? You might be solving the wrong problem. Here"s what"s really going on—and what to do instead. Why does finding time to write feel impossible sometimes? We blame our busy schedules (and yes, that"s definitely part of it). But there"s something else lurking beneath the surfa
What if the reason you"re stuck on your novel isn"t about talent or creativity, but simply a missing piece of the puzzle that could change everything? Every writer knows that soul-crushing feeling of being completely stuck. Not just procrastinating or battling writer"s block, but that specific paralysis where you love
Ever wonder why 97% of aspiring authors never finish their books? The answer might surprise you. If you"ve been dreaming about writing a novel but find yourself starting and stopping, getting stuck in the middle, or just staring at a blank page wondering where to even begin, you"re not alone. Here"s what I"ve noticed a
