Latest Write a book Podcast Episodes

Write the Book Inside You artwork

Finding Gold in your "Past Year Review" to Catapult Goal Success 2024

Write the Book Inside You - January 05, 2024 13:00 - 10 minutes ★★★★★ - 7 ratings
Send us a Text Message. Goal setting and New Year Resolutions can wither and die unless seeded in the rich soil of a PAST YEAR REVIEW (PYR). I designed this important ritual to help you sift through the dross and uncover the hidden gold and gems of the past year. This reflective practice is mo...

Self Publishing School: How To Write A Book That Grows Your Impact, Income, And Business artwork

SPS 243: The Advisor Breakthrough: Using A Book To Get Clients & Referrals with Shawn Sparks

Self Publishing School: How To Write A Book That Grows Your Impact, Income, And Business - January 03, 2024 03:00 - 41 minutes ★★★★★ - 461 ratings
When Sean Sparks decided to pen the narratives of his grandparents, little did he know it would be the spark igniting his journey to becoming a beacon for financial advisors. This episode welcomes Shawn, a seasoned consultant and author whose work, including "The Advisor Breakthrough," has been ...

Fiction Writing Made Easy artwork

# 123: How To Overcome The 5 Types Of Imposter Syndrome

Fiction Writing Made Easy - January 02, 2024 08:00 - 19 minutes
“Try learning new skills and then putting what you learn into practice right away, because, at the end of the day, you can only really learn through doing anyway.” - Savannah Gilbo Is imposter syndrome holding you back from writing a novel? Here are the EXACT action steps you can take right now...

Fiction Writing Made Easy artwork

#123: How To Overcome The 5 Types Of Imposter Syndrome

Fiction Writing Made Easy - January 02, 2024 08:00 - 19 minutes
“Try learning new skills and then putting what you learn into practice right away, because, at the end of the day, you can only really learn through doing anyway.” - Savannah Gilbo Is imposter syndrome holding you back from writing a novel? Here are the EXACT action steps you can take right now...

Self Publishing School: How To Write A Book That Grows Your Impact, Income, And Business artwork

SPS 242: Writing A Memoir On Your Health & Faith Journey with Karen Wilkinson

Self Publishing School: How To Write A Book That Grows Your Impact, Income, And Business - December 27, 2023 18:00 - 41 minutes ★★★★★ - 461 ratings
Calling all memoir authors or people who want to write a book about your life experience! This was an inspiring interview with Karen Wilkinson, author of "On Borrowed Breath". In this interview, we talk about: -How a personal family health crisis sparked writing a book -How to find the themes...

Fiction Writing Made Easy artwork

#122: Counting Down The Best Tips From FWME In 2023

Fiction Writing Made Easy - December 26, 2023 08:00 - 42 minutes
“My point is that you have to do the work to make the mistakes and learn.” - Savannah Gilbo The past year on Fiction Writing Made Easy has been a treasure trove of insights, expert advice, and creative hacks, all neatly bundled up in amazing podcast episodes and interviews. Today, we dive int...

Self Publishing School: How To Write A Book That Grows Your Impact, Income, And Business artwork

SPS 241: Get Scalable: Scaling Your Company Using A Book with Ryan Deiss

Self Publishing School: How To Write A Book That Grows Your Impact, Income, And Business - December 20, 2023 18:00 - 43 minutes ★★★★★ - 461 ratings
Learn the Secrets of Scaling Up From Digital Marketing Guru Ryan Deiss Struggling with the "messy middle" of business growth? Ryan Deiss charts the course for strategic expansion, sharing hands-on tactics for marketing, operations and navigating pivotal decisions. Discover the solar system ana...

Write the Book Inside You artwork

The Alter Ego for Authors: Busting Writer's Block and Sky-rocketing Creativity

Write the Book Inside You - December 20, 2023 07:00 - 9 minutes ★★★★★ - 7 ratings
Send us a Text Message. Introduction to the Alter Ego Effect: What do confident influencers like Tony Robbins, Beyoncé, Maya Angelou, James Clear and Tim Ferris have in common?  Harnessing their ALTER EGO. Todd Herman's "Alter Ego Effect" is a tool for resilience and creativity. Todd Herman'...

Fiction Writing Made Easy artwork

#121: 5 Takeaways From Coaching Writers in 2023

Fiction Writing Made Easy - December 19, 2023 08:00 - 24 minutes
“The more work you do up front and the more you get your mindset right, the more likely your chances of success are.” - Savannah Gilbo In this episode, I'm giving you a glimpse behind the scenes and sharing some of the key takeaways I learned from coaching writers this year. I hope that you'll ...

Self Publishing School: How To Write A Book That Grows Your Impact, Income, And Business artwork

240: “The Empowered Woman” + Writing A Collaboration Book / Anthology with Marta Spirk

Self Publishing School: How To Write A Book That Grows Your Impact, Income, And Business - December 13, 2023 17:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 461 ratings
Ever thought about writing an Anthology or Group Collaboration book? Or maybe you have no clue what that is? :)  Don't miss this episode! Today I'm joined by Marta Spirk, author of The Empowered Woman. In this interview, we talk about: -What’s an “airplane book” and why Marta finally decided t...

Fiction Writing Made Easy artwork

#120: First Chapter Analysis: Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros

Fiction Writing Made Easy - December 12, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour
“I think that's really important at the end of every time that you write a scene. Ask yourself, how can I raise the stakes even more?” - Abigail K. Perry Join us today as we embark on a thrilling literary journey through the fantastical world of Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yaros. In this episode, I'...

Begin - Derbyshire Writing School Podcast  artwork

A Centennial Celebration - Reflections on Writing, Learning, and Growing Over 100 Episodes!

Begin - Derbyshire Writing School Podcast - December 08, 2023 11:00 - 40 minutes
In this episode, Pete and Laura head over to The Writers’ Room for A Centennial Celebration!  In this special 100th episode, Pete and Laura commemorate a significant milestone in their podcast journey. Join them as they reflect on the evolution of the Begin podcast, the lessons they’ve learned,...

Self Publishing School: How To Write A Book That Grows Your Impact, Income, And Business artwork

SPS 239: Launching An Updated & Revised Edition After 2M+ Copies Sold (Miracle Morning Behind The Scenes)…with Hal Elrod

Self Publishing School: How To Write A Book That Grows Your Impact, Income, And Business - December 06, 2023 04:00 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 461 ratings
Hal Elrod is one of the most successful self published authors of all time. He's sold over 2 million copies of The Miracle Morning.  He's been on the podcast multiple times (episodes 13 & 48 - these were great! Check them out).  Today we talk about:  -How Tim Ferris inspired Hal to do an “Upda...

Fiction Writing Made Easy artwork

#119: Student Spotlight: Writing Character Realities and The Art of Embracing Dual Timelines with Fern Bernstein

Fiction Writing Made Easy - December 05, 2023 08:00 - 45 minutes
“It's the inciting incident, the turning point, the crisis moment, the climax, and the resolution, and each scene really needs to have that to move the story forward.” - Fern Bernstein In today's episode, I’m sitting down for a conversation with Fern Bernstein to talk about her debut novel, Sta...

Fiction Writing Made Easy artwork

#119: Student Spotlight: How Fern Bernstein Wrote A Dual Timeline Novel Based On The Edies of Grey Gardens

Fiction Writing Made Easy - December 05, 2023 08:00 - 46 minutes
“It's the inciting incident, the turning point, the crisis moment, the climax, and the resolution, and each scene really needs to have that to move the story forward.” - Fern Bernstein In today's episode, I’m sitting down for a conversation with Fern Bernstein to talk about her debut novel, Sta...

Begin - Derbyshire Writing School Podcast  artwork

Episode 99: Why We Write–A Deep Dive into the Writer's Mind

Begin - Derbyshire Writing School Podcast - December 01, 2023 11:00 - 32 minutes
Episode 99: Embracing the Writer Within - "Episode 99: Why We Write–A Deep Dive into the Writer's Mind. Welcome back to Begin, the Derbyshire Writing School podcast! In this heartfelt episode, co-hosts and father-daughter duo Pete Billingham and Laura Stroud explore the essence of writing. Jo...

Self Publishing School: How To Write A Book That Grows Your Impact, Income, And Business artwork

SPS 238: Booking More Speaking Gigs, $40k Keynote Fees, And Bulk Book Sales with Cameron Herold

Self Publishing School: How To Write A Book That Grows Your Impact, Income, And Business - November 29, 2023 13:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 461 ratings
Ever wondered what it truly takes to scale your business beyond the 100 million mark? This episode unfurls the incredible journey of Cameron Herold, a successful entrepreneur and author of six books. Even though Cameron isn't particularly fond of the writing process, he has embraced the power of...

Fiction Writing Made Easy artwork

#118: How To Find The Major Dramatic Question Of Your Story

Fiction Writing Made Easy - November 28, 2023 08:00 - 12 minutes
“Every story has one main question that it raises in the beginning and answers by the end.” - Savannah Gilbo In this latest podcast episode, we'll explore a fundamental element of storytelling: the Major Dramatic Question (MDQ). From the outset of your story, readers should be gripped by this c...

Write the Book Inside You artwork

Embracing AI with ChatGPT as a Creative Catalyst for Authors [Excerpt from the book "Bust Writer's Block Forever"]

Write the Book Inside You - November 25, 2023 13:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 7 ratings
Send us a Text Message. Episode Length: [31 mins] Introduction:  AI, particularly ChatGPT, is revolutionizing the creative landscape, offering support to writers and authors worldwide. It is part of the season of focusing on chapters from the bestselling book by podcast host Caryl Westmore, "B...

Self Publishing School: How To Write A Book That Grows Your Impact, Income, And Business artwork

SPS 237: Rise Of The Reader & How To Market Bestselling Books with Nick Hutchison

Self Publishing School: How To Write A Book That Grows Your Impact, Income, And Business - November 22, 2023 13:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 461 ratings
Ever wondered how you could transform from a non-reader to a book enthusiast? Our guest today, the founder of Book Thinkers, Nick Hutchison, shares his personal journey of making that very transformation and how his reading passion sparked a business idea. After successfully launching "Rise of t...

Fiction Writing Made Easy artwork

#117: Exploring the World of Beta and Sensitivity Reading with Julie Taylor from The Spun Yarn

Fiction Writing Made Easy - November 21, 2023 08:00 - 59 minutes
“As I kid I was like, I would love to get paid to read.” - Julie Taylor In today’s episode, I’m sitting down to chat with Julie Taylor, Chief Operating Officer at The Spun Yarn - a company that offers paid beta reading and sensitivity reading services to authors. Here’s a preview of what’s incl...

Self Publishing School: How To Write A Book That Grows Your Impact, Income, And Business artwork

SPS 236: Startup Santa: From Toymaker & Inventor To Author with Brad Pedersen

Self Publishing School: How To Write A Book That Grows Your Impact, Income, And Business - November 15, 2023 15:00 - 37 minutes ★★★★★ - 461 ratings
Have you ever wondered what it takes to not only create a successful toy company but also to design some of the most memorable toys of our time? Our guest today, Brad, an innovator and business coach, provides an eye-opening look into his journey from chiropractor to entrepreneur. Brad has over ...

Fiction Writing Made Easy artwork

#116: First Chapter Analysis: Anxious People by Fredrik Backman

Fiction Writing Made Easy - November 14, 2023 08:00 - 56 minutes
“In every story, you want to have that internal change because, without internal change, there is no character change.” - Savannah Gilbo In today’s episode, both Abigail K. Perry and I talk about the intriguing world of "Anxious People" by Frederick Backman. Buckle up, because this first chapte...

Self Publishing School: How To Write A Book That Grows Your Impact, Income, And Business artwork

SPS 235: $80k/year In Royalties For 6 Years From One Book…How This Teacher Did It with Rob Plevin

Self Publishing School: How To Write A Book That Grows Your Impact, Income, And Business - November 08, 2023 20:00 - 42 minutes ★★★★★ - 461 ratings
Ever wondered what it takes to transition from traditional publishing to self-publishing, and turn that into a success story? This episode is a treasure chest of wisdom as Rob, an ex-teacher, trainer, and behavior consultant, joins us to narrate his inspiring journey of self-publishing his first...

Indie Author Weekly artwork

170: 3 steps to make time for creative pursuits when "life is life-ing"

Indie Author Weekly - November 07, 2023 23:00 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
How can you prioritize writing (or any creative pursuit, or a solopreneur business, or a passion project, or a hobby, etc) when life “gets in the way”? In this episode, learn my 3-step strategy for how to DO this — plus a personal example of this in action with my own writing projects. Want he...

Fiction Writing Made Easy artwork

#115: Student Spotlight: How Anne Mortensen Went From Inspiration to Publication (& Indie Published Her Novels)

Fiction Writing Made Easy - November 07, 2023 08:00 - 47 minutes
“I tried to ignore it, but when inspiration strikes, sometimes the inspiration keeps striking, and it just didn't want to go.” - Anne Mortensen In today’s episode, I’m sitting down with Anne Mortensen to talk through what it was like to write, edit, and publish not one, but two of her books. Yo...

Self Publishing School: How To Write A Book That Grows Your Impact, Income, And Business artwork

SPS 234: BIG ANNOUNCEMENT! Unleashing the Power of Authorship

Self Publishing School: How To Write A Book That Grows Your Impact, Income, And Business - November 01, 2023 17:00 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 461 ratings
Ever dreamt of becoming an author but your doubts about your writing prowess held you back? Wish no more! This episode is a treasure trove of practical tips and deep insights into conquering your fears and harnessing your unique story and knowledge into a compelling book. We take you through fiv...

Fiction Writing Made Easy artwork

#114: 3 Common Dialogue Mistakes (And How To Fix Them)

Fiction Writing Made Easy - October 31, 2023 07:00 - 18 minutes
“Dialogue is a form of action. We can utilize what's happening around the dialogue to assist what's being said.” - Savannah Gilbo Today, I'm thrilled to talk about the intricate art of dialogue with you once more. We're going to explore three common pitfalls that often lurk in dialogue and lear...

Self Publishing School: How To Write A Book That Grows Your Impact, Income, And Business artwork

SPS 233: Be Seen: Discovering Your Voice & Booking Speaking Gigs Grow Your Brand with Jen Gottlieb

Self Publishing School: How To Write A Book That Grows Your Impact, Income, And Business - October 25, 2023 20:00 - 42 minutes ★★★★★ - 461 ratings
Do you ever feel like you're playing a part, hiding your true self from the world? Ever wondered what it would be like to shed that facade and just be...seen? That's exactly what our guest today, the phenomenal Jen Gottlieb, has done. Co-founder of Super Connector Media, international speaker, a...

Fiction Writing Made Easy artwork

#113: First Chapter Analysis: The Magicians by Lev Grossman

Fiction Writing Made Easy - October 24, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour
“I feel that emotional connection, the emotional struggles here are going to be a big gameplay in how the story is executed.” - Abigail K. Perry Magic has always fascinated us, hasn't it? The mere thought of a world where the impossible becomes possible, where spells are cast, and extraordinary...