Fiction Writing Made Easy
275 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 4 hours ago -How do I write a book? How do I create compelling characters that readers will love? How do I build a believable world for my story? What does it even mean to write a story that works? Do you have any writing tips? These are just some of the big questions that developmental editor and book coach, Savannah Gilbo, digs into on the Fiction Writing Made Easy Podcast. Each week, Savannah shares actionable tools, tips, and strategies that will help you write, edit, and publish your book. So, whether you're brand new to writing, or a seasoned author looking to improve your craft, this podcast is for you!
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#108: Why Your Capacity For Zero is Crucial As A Writer
September 14, 2023 07:00 - 14 minutes - 10.2 MBIn today’s episode, I’m sharing one of my favorite mindset tips—and it all has to do with your ability (and willingness) to start from scratch. I call it strengthening your capacity for zero. Here’s a preview of what’s included: [01:25] Your capacity for zero describes how willing you are to start over if something you’re outlining or writing doesn’t work. [04:45] What happened when I told one of the writers I work with that she had to start over after writing a 40,000-word first draft [11...
#107: Email List Building Essentials For Authors
September 05, 2023 07:00 - 15 minutes - 10.9 MBIn today’s episode, I’m sharing 3 steps to help you get started with list building. Here’s a preview of what’s included: [1:45] Having an email list is one of the best ways to build relationships with your readers over time. It’s what helps keep you top of mind the next time readers are looking for a new book to read, or a book to share with their friends and family. [3:15] Step 1: Define your target audience of readers. These are the people who will buy your book, leave you positive revie...
Email List Building Essentials For Authors
September 05, 2023 07:00 - 15 minutes - 10.4 MBIn today’s episode, I’m sharing 3 steps to help you get started with list building. Here’s a preview of what’s included: [1:45] Having an email list is one of the best ways to build relationships with your readers over time. It’s what helps keep you top of mind the next time readers are looking for a new book to read, or a book to share with their friends and family. [3:15] Step 1: Define your target audience of readers. These are the people who will buy your book, leave you positive revie...
5 Steps to Building Your Author Platform
August 29, 2023 07:00 - 19 minutes - 13.1 MBIn today’s episode, I’m sharing 5 steps to building an author platform. Here’s a preview of what’s included: [00:59] Your author platform is the foundation for all your future book marketing efforts. You can start building it no matter where you’re at in the writing process! [02:07] Step 1: Define your target audience of readers [03:15] Step 2: Design your unique author brand [06:10] Step 3: Create your author website [07:49] Step 4: Setup your email list [09:51] Step 5: Develop your ...
#106: 5 Steps to Building Your Author Platform
August 29, 2023 07:00 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MBIn today’s episode, I’m sharing 5 steps to building an author platform. Here’s a preview of what’s included: [00:59] Your author platform is the foundation for all your future book marketing efforts. You can start building it no matter where you’re at in the writing process! [02:07] Step 1: Define your target audience of readers [03:15] Step 2: Design your unique author brand [06:10] Step 3: Create your author website [07:49] Step 4: Setup your email list [09:51] Step 5: Develop your ...
First Chapter Analysis: Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus
August 22, 2023 07:00 - 25 minutes - 17.5 MBIn today’s episode, Abigail K. Perry and I take a deep dive into the first chapter of Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus. Here’s a preview of what we talk about: [03:17] A very quick summary of the first two chapters [06:30] Our analysis of the scene/s within the first two chapters using the "5 Commandments of Storytelling" from The Story Grid [25:11] Final thoughts and episode recap Rate + Review + Follow on Apple Podcasts "I love the Fiction Writing Made Easy podcast!" ← If that so...
#105: First Chapter Analysis: Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus
August 22, 2023 07:00 - 26 minutes - 18 MBIn today’s episode, Abigail K. Perry and I take a deep dive into the first chapter of Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus. Here’s a preview of what we talk about: [03:17] A very quick summary of the first two chapters [06:30] Our analysis of the scene/s within the first two chapters using the "5 Commandments of Storytelling" from The Story Grid [25:11] Final thoughts and episode recap Rate + Review + Follow on Apple Podcasts "I love the Fiction Writing Made Easy podcast!" ← If that so...
#104: 10 Tips For Writing Better Dialogue
August 15, 2023 07:00 - 23 minutes - 16 MBIn today’s episode, I’m sharing my top 10 tips for writing stronger, more impactful dialogue in your novel. Here’s a preview of what’s included: [02:00] Tip #1: Make sure your dialogue serves a purpose in the overarching story. [03:00] Tip #2: Think of your dialogue as action vs. exposition (or active vs. passive). [06:09] Tip #3: Get clear on each character’s goal and motivation within a scene. [07:43] Tip #4: Make sure your dialogue is ripe with conflict and tension. [10:02] Tip #5: Chec...
10 Tips For Writing Better Dialogue
August 15, 2023 07:00 - 22 minutes - 15.5 MBIn today’s episode, I’m sharing my top 10 tips for writing stronger, more impactful dialogue in your novel. Here’s a preview of what’s included: [02:00] Tip #1: Make sure your dialogue serves a purpose in the overarching story. [03:00] Tip #2: Think of your dialogue as action vs. exposition (or active vs. passive). [06:09] Tip #3: Get clear on each character’s goal and motivation within a scene. [07:43] Tip #4: Make sure your dialogue is ripe with conflict and tension. [10:02] Tip #5: Chec...
#103: Morality Genre Conventions
August 08, 2023 22:00 - 21 minutes - 14.8 MBIn today’s episode, I’m covering the conventions of the morality genre using the movie A Man Called Otto as an example. Here’s a preview of what’s included: [05:09] The protagonist starts the story at their worst (with a "wrong" moral compass) [06:40] The antagonist pressures the protagonist to face their bad behavior/wrongdoing [07:54] The protagonist is haunted by their past mistakes or selfish behavior [09:09] A character who represents the consequences of the protagonist’s wrongdoin...
Morality Genre Conventions
August 08, 2023 22:00 - 20 minutes - 14.3 MBIn today’s episode, I’m covering the conventions of the morality genre using the movie A Man Called Otto as an example. Here’s a preview of what’s included: [05:09] The protagonist starts the story at their worst (with a "wrong" moral compass) [06:40] The antagonist pressures the protagonist to face their bad behavior/wrongdoing [07:54] The protagonist is haunted by their past mistakes or selfish behavior [09:09] A character who represents the consequences of the protagonist’s wrongdoin...
3 Common Interiority Mistakes (and How to Fix Them)
August 01, 2023 07:00 - 14 minutes - 9.65 MBIn today’s episode, I’m sharing the 3 most common interiority mistakes I see writers make, as well as how to fix them. Here’s a preview of what’s included: [03:20] Mistake 1: The “too passive” protagonist. Your protagonist should always crave agency, even if they can't physically take action. [06:17] Mistake 2: The protagonist whose always present. Real people think about the past and future while making decisions. Your characters should too! [09:12] Mistake 3: The protagonist knows wha...
#102: 3 Common Interiority Mistakes (and How to Fix Them)
August 01, 2023 07:00 - 14 minutes - 10.2 MBIn today’s episode, I’m sharing the 3 most common interiority mistakes I see writers make, as well as how to fix them. Here’s a preview of what’s included: [03:20] Mistake 1: The “too passive” protagonist. Your protagonist should always crave agency, even if they can't physically take action. [06:17] Mistake 2: The protagonist whose always present. Real people think about the past and future while making decisions. Your characters should too! [09:12] Mistake 3: The protagonist knows wha...
#101: First Chapter Analysis: Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt
July 25, 2023 07:00 - 55 minutes - 38.1 MBIn today’s episode, Abigail K. Perry and I take a deep dive into the first chapter of Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt. Here’s a preview of what we talk about: [05:38] A very quick summary of the first chapter [13:37] A macro analysis of the first chapter using 7 key questions from Paula Munier's book The Writer’s Guide to Beginnings [43:08] A micro analysis of the scene within the chapter using the "5 Commandments of Storytelling" from The Story Grid [52:50] Final thoughts...
First Chapter Analysis: Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt
July 25, 2023 07:00 - 54 minutes - 37.6 MBIn today’s episode, Abigail K. Perry and I take a deep dive into the first chapter of Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt. Here’s a preview of what we talk about: [05:38] A very quick summary of the first chapter [13:37] A macro analysis of the first chapter using 7 key questions from Paula Munier's book The Writer’s Guide to Beginnings [43:08] A micro analysis of the scene within the chapter using the "5 Commandments of Storytelling" from The Story Grid [52:50] Final thoughts...
A Week in the Life: 7 Days Behind the Scenes with Savannah (July 2023)
July 18, 2023 07:00 - 38 minutes - 26.5 MBIn today’s episode, I’m taking you behind the scenes with me throughout my entire week, and I’m going to share what I’m working on, what big projects I’m focused on right now, and basically, anything that happens during the week. I'm always curious as to how people set up their day and what they're working on, and how they choose what they're going to actually work on that week. So, I thought you might be curious to know what I do all day as an editor and book coach—what I focus on and how...
#100: A Week in the Life: 7 Days Behind the Scenes with Savannah (July 2023)
July 18, 2023 07:00 - 39 minutes - 27 MBIn today’s episode, I’m taking you behind the scenes with me throughout my entire week, and I’m going to share what I’m working on, what big projects I’m focused on right now, and basically, anything that happens during the week. I'm always curious as to how people set up their day and what they're working on, and how they choose what they're going to actually work on that week. So, I thought you might be curious to know what I do all day as an editor and book coach—what I focus on and how...
5 Mindset Tips to Help You Unlock Your Writing Potential
July 11, 2023 07:00 - 21 minutes - 15.1 MBIn today’s episode, I’m sharing a round-up of mindset tips from some of my peers! Here’s a preview of what’s included: [02:00] Rachel May of Golden May Editing shares a mindset tip about taking the pressure off of your writing practice by letting it be easy. You can learn more about Rachel, Golden May Editing, and her Story Magic podcast here! [04:43] Georgina Green shares a mindset tip about using better language to talk to yourself about writing. She suggests operating from a growth min...
#99: 5 Mindset Tips to Help You Unlock Your Writing Potential
July 11, 2023 07:00 - 22 minutes - 15.6 MBIn today’s episode, I’m sharing a round-up of mindset tips from some of my peers! Here’s a preview of what’s included: [02:00] Rachel May of Golden May Editing shares a mindset tip about taking the pressure off of your writing practice by letting it be easy. You can learn more about Rachel, Golden May Editing, and her Story Magic podcast here! [04:43] Georgina Green shares a mindset tip about using better language to talk to yourself about writing. She suggests operating from a growth min...
#98: How to Add Subplots to Your Novel
July 04, 2023 07:00 - 14 minutes - 9.68 MBIn today’s episode, I’m sharing how to add subplots to your novel. Here’s a preview of what’s included: [1:50] Subplots are secondary storylines that receive less emphasis (and page time) than the main plot. The main purpose of any subplot in a novel is to enhance the main theme and conflict of the story. [2:45] Subplots have three primary relationships to your main plot. They can contradict or complement your theme and/or complicate the central conflict of your story. [06:05] Subplots t...
How to Add Subplots to Your Novel
July 04, 2023 07:00 - 13 minutes - 9.18 MBIn today’s episode, I’m sharing how to add subplots to your novel. Here’s a preview of what’s included: [1:50] Subplots are secondary storylines that receive less emphasis (and page time) than the main plot. The main purpose of any subplot in a novel is to enhance the main theme and conflict of the story. [2:45] Subplots have three primary relationships to your main plot. They can contradict or complement your theme and/or complicate the central conflict of your story. [06:05] Subplots t...
#97: First Chapter Analysis: A Discovery of Witches by Deborah Harkness
June 27, 2023 07:00 - 55 minutes - 38.1 MBIn today’s episode, we’re taking a deep dive into the first chapter of A Discovery of Witches by Deborah Harkness. Join me and fellow developmental editor Abigail K. Perry as we talk through the first chapter of this popular fantasy novel. Here’s a preview of what we talk about: [08:20] A very quick summary of the first chapter [21:00] A micro-analysis of the first chapter to see how many scenes are present within the opening chapter—as well as how and why the scenes work [34:00] Our tho...
First Chapter Analysis: A Discovery of Witches by Deborah Harkness
June 27, 2023 07:00 - 54 minutes - 37.6 MBIn today’s episode, we’re taking a deep dive into the first chapter of A Discovery of Witches by Deborah Harkness. Join me and fellow developmental editor Abigail K. Perry as we talk through the first chapter of this popular fantasy novel. Here’s a preview of what we talk about: [08:20] A very quick summary of the first chapter [21:00] A micro-analysis of the first chapter to see how many scenes are present within the opening chapter—as well as how and why the scenes work [34:00] Our tho...
#96: 5 Worldbuilding Tips for Sci-Fi & Fantasy Writers
June 20, 2023 07:00 - 18 minutes - 12.8 MBIn this episode, I’m sharing my top 5 worldbuilding tips for science fiction and fantasy writers, with examples from popular novels. Here's a preview of what's included in the episode: [02:39] Tip #1—Go narrow and deep in your worldbuilding, not wide and shallow. Pick 2-3 worldbuilding categories to focus on, and only flesh out whatever's relevant to your plot and/or characters. [05:43] Tip #2—Determine what kind of magic or technology will exist in your story world. Will your magic/tech b...
5 Worldbuilding Tips for Sci-Fi & Fantasy Writers
June 20, 2023 07:00 - 17 minutes - 12.3 MBIn this episode, I’m sharing my top 5 worldbuilding tips for science fiction and fantasy writers, with examples from popular novels. Here's a preview of what's included in the episode: [02:39] Tip #1—Go narrow and deep in your worldbuilding, not wide and shallow. Pick 2-3 worldbuilding categories to focus on, and only flesh out whatever's relevant to your plot and/or characters. [05:43] Tip #2—Determine what kind of magic or technology will exist in your story world. Will your magic/tech b...
How to Start Writing Your Science Fiction or Fantasy Novel
June 13, 2023 07:00 - 21 minutes - 14.9 MBIn today’s episode, I’m sharing my top five tips to help you get started with your science fiction or fantasy novel. Here’s a preview of what’s included: [00:00] Step 1: Decide what kind of fantasy or science fiction story you’re writing. Find both the commercial genre and content genre of your story. [00:00] Step 2: Determine what your protagonist wants and needs. Look to your content genre for guidance, and then make your answer specific to your story idea [00:00] Step 3: Figure out what...
#95: How to Start Writing Your Science Fiction or Fantasy Novel
June 13, 2023 07:00 - 22 minutes - 15.4 MBIn today’s episode, I’m sharing my top five tips to help you get started with your science fiction or fantasy novel. Here’s a preview of what’s included: [00:00] Step 1: Decide what kind of fantasy or science fiction story you’re writing. Find both the commercial genre and content genre of your story. [00:00] Step 2: Determine what your protagonist wants and needs. Look to your content genre for guidance, and then make your answer specific to your story idea [00:00] Step 3: Figure out what...
#94: How to Reveal Your Character’s Inner Life on the Page
June 08, 2023 19:00 - 17 minutes - 12.3 MBIn today’s episode, we’re going to talk about writing interiority—aka how to reveal your character’s inner life on the page. Here’s a preview of what’s included: [03:20] What is interiority? Interiority is on-the-page access to a protagonist’s psyche as they process information in an interesting way. [06:15] What is the primary purpose of interiority? Interiority helps readers connect with your characters by exposing their inner life (plus so much more!). [08:20] An example of what inter...
How to Reveal Your Character’s Inner Life on the Page
June 08, 2023 19:00 - 17 minutes - 11.8 MBIn today’s episode, we’re going to talk about writing interiority—aka how to reveal your character’s inner life on the page. Here’s a preview of what’s included: [03:20] What is interiority? Interiority is on-the-page access to a protagonist’s psyche as they process information in an interesting way. [06:15] What is the primary purpose of interiority? Interiority helps readers connect with your characters by exposing their inner life (plus so much more!). [08:20] An example of what inter...
#93: First Chapter Analysis: Legendborn by Tracy Deonn
May 30, 2023 07:00 - 23 minutes - 16 MBIn today’s episode, we’re taking a deep dive into the first chapter of Legendborn by Tracey Deonn. Join me and fellow developmental editor, Abigail Perry, as we talk through the first chapter of this popular YA fantasy novel. Here’s a preview of what we talk about: [03:25] A very quick summary of the first chapter [05:00] A microanalysis of the two scenes within the first chapter using the "5 Commandments of Storytelling" from The Story Grid [18:25] Our thoughts on prologues [20:00] Fina...
First Chapter Analysis: Legendborn by Tracy Deonn
May 30, 2023 07:00 - 22 minutes - 15.5 MBIn today’s episode, we’re taking a deep dive into the first chapter of Legendborn by Tracey Deonn. Join me and fellow developmental editor, Abigail Perry, as we talk through the first chapter of this popular YA fantasy novel. Here’s a preview of what we talk about: [03:25] A very quick summary of the first chapter [05:00] A microanalysis of the two scenes within the first chapter using the "5 Commandments of Storytelling" from The Story Grid [18:25] Our thoughts on prologues [20:00] Fina...
#92: The 5 Functions of Dialogue in Your Story
May 23, 2023 07:00 - 20 minutes - 13.8 MBIn today’s episode, we’re going to look at the five functions of dialogue in your story. Here’s a preview of what’s included: [03:50] Function #1: Dialogue can help you advance the plot [05:50] Function #2: Dialogue can help you reveal character [08:30] Function #3: Dialogue can help you establish context [12:40] Function #4: Dialogue can help you set the tone and mood [15:45] Function #5: Dialogue can help you reveal or hint at your theme [17:40] Key points and episode recap Rate + ...
The 5 Functions of Dialogue in Your Story
May 23, 2023 07:00 - 19 minutes - 13.3 MBIn today’s episode, we’re going to look at the five functions of dialogue in your story. Here’s a preview of what’s included: [03:50] Function #1: Dialogue can help you advance the plot [05:50] Function #2: Dialogue can help you reveal character [08:30] Function #3: Dialogue can help you establish context [12:40] Function #4: Dialogue can help you set the tone and mood [15:45] Function #5: Dialogue can help you reveal or hint at your theme [17:40] Key points and episode recap Rate + ...
#91: Student Spotlight: How She Went From First Draft to Landing Her Dream Agent with Jamie Varon
May 09, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 47.3 MBIn today’s episode, I’m sitting down with Jamie Varon to talk through her incredibly inspiring story of how she went from writing the first draft of her novel to landing her dream agent. Here’s a preview of what’s included: [04:15] A quick introduction to Jamie Varon (including a timeline of her writing, editing, and publishing journey) as well as a summary of her novel, Main Character Energy [17:45] Jamie describes what it’s like working with her agent—including what it’s like receiving fe...
Student Spotlight: How She Went From First Draft to Landing Her Dream Agent with Jamie Varon
May 09, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 46.8 MBIn today’s episode, I’m sitting down with Jamie Varon to talk through her incredibly inspiring story of how she went from writing the first draft of her novel to landing her dream agent. Here’s a preview of what’s included: [04:15] A quick introduction to Jamie Varon (including a timeline of her writing, editing, and publishing journey) as well as a summary of her novel, Main Character Energy [17:45] Jamie describes what it’s like working with her agent—including what it’s like receiving fe...
How to Choose the Best Point of View for Your Story
April 04, 2023 07:00 - 19 minutes - 13.2 MBIn today’s episode, I’m going to walk you through how to choose the best point of view and tense for your story. Here’s a preview of what’s included: [01:35] Point of view is the lens through which your story is told. It’s whose eyes the reader will experience your story through. [01:56] In first person point of view, your protagonist is the narrator. They’re telling the story in their own words, from their own perspective, and filtering things through their own worldview and biases. [04...
#90. How to Choose the Best Point of View for Your Story
April 04, 2023 07:00 - 19 minutes - 13.2 MBIn today’s episode, I’m going to walk you through how to choose the best point of view and tense for your story. Here’s a preview of what’s included: [01:35] Point of view is the lens through which your story is told. It’s whose eyes the reader will experience your story through. [01:56] In first person point of view, your protagonist is the narrator. They’re telling the story in their own words, from their own perspective, and filtering things through their own worldview and biases. [04...
#90: How to Choose the Best Point of View for Your Story
April 04, 2023 07:00 - 19 minutes - 13.7 MBIn today’s episode, I’m going to walk you through how to choose the best point of view and tense for your story. Here’s a preview of what’s included: [01:35] Point of view is the lens through which your story is told. It’s whose eyes the reader will experience your story through. [01:56] In first person point of view, your protagonist is the narrator. They’re telling the story in their own words, from their own perspective, and filtering things through their own worldview and biases. [04...
Student Spotlight: How She Used Short Stories to Hone Her Craft (and Publish Her Debut Novel) with Pauline Yates
March 21, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 42.5 MBIn today's episode, I’m sitting down with Pauline Yates to talk through how she used short stories to hone her craft and publish her debut novel. Here’s a preview of what’s included: [03:05] An introduction to Pauline Yates and her story, Memories Don’t Lie. [03:55] How she used short stories to hone her craft and practice submitting her work to publishers (and spoiler alert: she’s now published many of her short stories!) [13:45] Pauline’s take on what it was like to work with me (and how...
#89: Student Spotlight: How She Used Short Stories to Hone Her Craft (and Publish Her Debut Novel) with Pauline Yates
March 21, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 43 MBIn today's episode, I’m sitting down with Pauline Yates to talk through how she used short stories to hone her craft and publish her debut novel. Here’s a preview of what’s included: [03:05] An introduction to Pauline Yates and her story, Memories Don’t Lie. [03:55] How she used short stories to hone her craft and practice submitting her work to publishers (and spoiler alert: she’s now published many of her short stories!) [13:45] Pauline’s take on what it was like to work with me (and how...
Ep. 89 - Student Spotlight: How She Used Short Stories to Hone Her Craft (and Publish Her Debut Novel) with Pauline Yates
March 21, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 42.5 MBIn today's episode, I’m sitting down with Pauline Yates to talk through how she used short stories to hone her craft and publish her debut novel. Here’s a preview of what’s included: [03:05] An introduction to Pauline Yates and her story, Memories Don’t Lie. [03:55] How she used short stories to hone her craft and practice submitting her work to publishers (and spoiler alert: she’s now published many of her short stories!) [13:45] Pauline’s take on what it was like to work with me (and how...
#88: Perfectionism vs. Procrastination: What's REALLY Going On?
March 14, 2023 07:00 - 15 minutes - 10.8 MBIn today’s episode, I’m talking about how perfectionism is really just another form of procrastination. I also share some words of wisdom to help you get back on track and moving forward with your writing again. Here’s a preview of what’s included: [02:20] My two cents on how perfectionism and procrastination are linked and what to do if you find yourself stuck in a neverending loop of procrastination [05:25] A recent story about how I did an imperfect presentation (and got called out on i...
Perfectionism vs. Procrastination: What's REALLY Going On?
March 14, 2023 07:00 - 14 minutes - 10.3 MBIn today’s episode, I’m talking about how perfectionism is really just another form of procrastination. I also share some words of wisdom to help you get back on track and moving forward with your writing again. Here’s a preview of what’s included: [02:20] My two cents on how perfectionism and procrastination are linked and what to do if you find yourself stuck in a neverending loop of procrastination [05:25] A recent story about how I did an imperfect presentation (and got called out on i...
First Chapter Analysis: The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by V.E. Schwab
February 28, 2023 08:00 - 38 minutes - 26.1 MBIn today’s episode, we’re taking a deep dive into the first chapter of The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by V.E. Schwab. Join me and fellow developmental editor, Abigail Perry, as we talk through the first chapter of this popular fantasy novel. Here’s a preview of what we talk about: [03:45] A very quick summary of the first chapter [16:45] A macro analysis of the first chapter using 7 key questions from Paula Munier's book The Writer’s Guide to Beginnings [26:55] A micro analysis of the ...
#87: First Chapter Analysis: The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by V.E. Schwab
February 28, 2023 08:00 - 38 minutes - 26.6 MBIn today’s episode, we’re taking a deep dive into the first chapter of The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by V.E. Schwab. Join me and fellow developmental editor, Abigail Perry, as we talk through the first chapter of this popular fantasy novel. Here’s a preview of what we talk about: [03:45] A very quick summary of the first chapter [16:45] A macro analysis of the first chapter using 7 key questions from Paula Munier's book The Writer’s Guide to Beginnings [26:55] A micro analysis of the ...
A Week in the Life: 7 Days Behind the Scenes with Savannah (February 2023)
February 21, 2023 08:00 - 29 minutes - 20 MBIn today’s episode, I’m taking you behind-the-scenes with me throughout my entire week, and I’m going to share what I’m working on, what big projects I’m focused on right now, and basically, anything that happens during the week. I'm always curious as to how people set up their day and what they're working on and how they choose what they're going to actually work on that week. So, I thought you might be curious to know what I do all day as an editor and book coach—what I focus on and how ...
A Week in the Life (7 Days Behind the Scenes with Savannah)
February 21, 2023 08:00 - 29 minutes - 20 MBIn today’s episode, I’m taking you behind-the-scenes with me throughout my entire week, and I’m going to share what I’m working on, what big projects I’m focused on right now, and basically, anything that happens during the week. I'm always curious as to how people set up their day and what they're working on and how they choose what they're going to actually work on that week. So, I thought you might be curious to know what I do all day as an editor and book coach—what I focus on and how ...
#86: A Week in the Life: 7 Days Behind the Scenes with Savannah (February 2023)
February 21, 2023 08:00 - 29 minutes - 20.5 MBIn today’s episode, I’m taking you behind-the-scenes with me throughout my entire week, and I’m going to share what I’m working on, what big projects I’m focused on right now, and basically, anything that happens during the week. I'm always curious as to how people set up their day and what they're working on and how they choose what they're going to actually work on that week. So, I thought you might be curious to know what I do all day as an editor and book coach—what I focus on and how ...
Student Spotlight: How She Overcame Her Fear of the Blank Page (and Indie Published Her Novel) with Jennifer Lauer
February 14, 2023 08:00 - 48 minutes - 33 MBIn today's episode, I’m sitting down with Jennifer Lauer to talk through how she overcame her fear of the blank page and indie published her debut novel. Here’s a preview of what’s included: [03:00] An introduction to Jennifer Lauer and her story, The Girl in the Zoo [09:30] What the beginning of the writing process looked like for Jennifer—and when she finally realized that her fear of the blank page was preventing her from writing [14:45] What happened when Jennifer finished the first ...
#85: Student Spotlight: How She Overcame Her Fear of the Blank Page (and Indie Published Her Novel) with Jennifer Lauer
February 14, 2023 08:00 - 48 minutes - 33.5 MBIn today's episode, I’m sitting down with Jennifer Lauer to talk through how she overcame her fear of the blank page and indie published her debut novel. Here’s a preview of what’s included: [03:00] An introduction to Jennifer Lauer and her story, The Girl in the Zoo [09:30] What the beginning of the writing process looked like for Jennifer—and when she finally realized that her fear of the blank page was preventing her from writing [14:45] What happened when Jennifer finished the first ...