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6-Figure Storyteller: Write unputdownable novels; fiction writing, storytelling, how to write a book, writing tips, subconscious creativity, writing fiction, how to write a novel

Liesel K. Hill, USA Today Best-Selling Author

The reason you have not easily finished your fiction first draft is NOT because you"re not intelligent enough, creative enough, or disciplined enough. It"s because you haven"t been given the right system that actually works to help you finish a novel that readers will love. The fiction writing industry does not teach truly effective practices for story writing. All this, "just write one book and then another book" or "Just start writing" is not condusive to finishing a novel that truly hooks

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295: She Spent Years Stuck on Her Novel — Here's What...

6-Figure Storyteller: Write unputdownable novels;... ·

2026/03/26

Have you been working on your novel for months — maybe years — and it still doesn't feel right? The truth is, without help, "how to write great characters" is something most authors take years to master.You're not alone. In this episode, I share Carrie's story. She's a published short story writer and former teacher who spent years stuck on her first novel draft. She knew the story had potential, but something essential was missing — and every attempt to fix it seemed to make things worse. Building

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20:36

294: 3 Mistakes That Are Secretly Flattening Your...

6-Figure Storyteller: Write unputdownable novels;... ·

2026/03/19

Your characters all sound the same. Your protagonist feels reactive. You keep losing track of small details chapter to chapter.Sound familiar? These aren't talent problems — they're process problems. And process problems are fixable. In this episode, I break down 3 invisible mistakes that quietly flatten your fiction characters — and the intentional shifts that fix them. This video goes deeper than "show, don't tell" — it's for writers who are in the trenches trying to write characters that

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22:20

293: Why Your Protagonist Still Feels Flat (It's Not...

6-Figure Storyteller: Write unputdownable novels;... ·

2026/03/12

Adding more flaws won't fix your protagonist. Neither will snarkiness, tragic backstories, or a 47-question character questionnaire. If your characters are technically correct but still feel emotionally flat, the problem isn't effort — it's framework.In this episode, I break down the 3-part psychological framework that separates characters readers tolerate from characters readers can't stop thinking about: the Character Wound, the Limiting Belief, and the Transformation. This isn't beginner advice

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17:47

292: The 3 Missing Pieces That Make Fictional...

6-Figure Storyteller: Write unputdownable novels;... ·

2026/03/05

Why do your characters still feel flat — even after you've built backstory, added quirks, and followed every piece of writing advice out there?In this video, I break down the 3 psychological elements most writers are missing when building fictional characters: the character wound, the limiting belief, and the internal transformation. These aren't beginner tips — they're the structural foundation that makes characters feel emotionally real, not just well-described. If you've read the craft books,

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18:25

291: My Full Process for Writing an Unputdownable...

6-Figure Storyteller: Write unputdownable novels;... ·

2026/02/26

Discover the exact 6-month roadmap to writing a novel that readers can't put down. In this video, I break down the "Emotional Storytellers Intensive" (ESI)—a comprehensive system covering everything from character arcs to the 10 key plot points.Are you struggling to connect your character's internal journey with the external plot? Do you have a great idea but get lost in the "mushy middle"? The ESI Program isn't just about writing faster; it's about writing deeper. We spend the first 12 weeks

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20:28

290: Taking Years to Finish Your First Draft? Try...

6-Figure Storyteller: Write unputdownable novels;... ·

2026/02/24

If it's taking you years to finish your first draft, there's a reason for that. But it's probably not what you think.Does finishing your novel feel like pulling teeth? You’re putting in the time… but your first draft is still taking forever, your outline feels “meh,” and when you sit down to write, your brain goes blank. Most advice tells you to push harder, grab a new plot template, or “just write.” But if you’re still stuck, the problem isn’t your discipline—and it’s not your intelligence. In

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13:16

289: How I Finally Started Writing Novels EASILY...

6-Figure Storyteller: Write unputdownable novels;... ·

2026/02/19

Does finishing a first draft feel like trying to push a boulder uphill? You outline, rewrite, chase “how to fix the saggy middle” advice, and somehow end up with more tabs open… but still no completed manuscript. In this video, I’m sharing a personal case study: how I went from taking years to finish anything to writing novels in a way that feels clear, emotionally alive, and finishable. Because the real problem usually isn’t discipline, motivation, or talent. It’s that most writers are trying to

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18:46

288: Your Writer's Block Isn't About Creativity. It's...

6-Figure Storyteller: Write unputdownable novels;... ·

2026/02/18

Does "writer's block" feel like hitting a brick wall? You stare at the screen, write a sentence, delete it, and eventually give up. Most writing advice tells you to "just push through" or use a different plot template. But if you’re still stuck, those aren’t the problem. In this video, I’m revealing the controversial truth: Writer’s block isn’t a creativity problem. It’s an emotional disconnection problem. If you are struggling to finish your first draft or feel like your story has lost its spark,

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23:38

269: The Real Reason Finishing Your Novel's First...

6-Figure Storyteller: Write unputdownable novels;... ·

2026/02/04

Finishing your novel's first draft doesn't feel impossible because you aren't smart enough, creative enough, or dedicated enough.It's hard because you haven't been given the right tools to actually finish your manuscript — and today I'm breaking down what will actually work to help you finish a novel that readers can't put down. In this episode, you'll learn: What no one tells you about fiction writing What bad advice you're probably following that you should drop What you SHOULD be doing

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12:08

286: The 8 Elements Every Compelling Protagonist Has...

6-Figure Storyteller: Write unputdownable novels;... ·

2026/01/08

Join us inside the Legendary Fiction Forge here: https://login.6figurestoryteller.com/courses/offers/6ae8e560-d833-48a9-b10a-dab959c3ddd9

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15:42

285: 5 Reasons Your Characters Feel Emotionally Flat...

6-Figure Storyteller: Write unputdownable novels;... ·

2025/12/05

Check out Magnetic Protagonists mini-course here: https://6figurestoryteller.com/magnetic-protagonists

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26:49

284: The 3 REAL Causes of Writer's Block (They Aren't...

6-Figure Storyteller: Write unputdownable novels;... ·

2025/11/25

Check out the Black Friday Bundle Here: https://6figurestoryteller.com/6fs-bfb-sp

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9:46

283: What Questions Do I Ask When EXPANDING a Fiction...

6-Figure Storyteller: Write unputdownable novels;... ·

2025/10/30

Check out my mini course, Craft Characters That Jump Off the Page: https://6figurestoryteller.com/awesome-characters

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51:38

282: 4 Hidden Signs You Won't Finish Your Fiction...

6-Figure Storyteller: Write unputdownable novels;... ·

2025/10/09

Buy the replays of the workshop and get in on the Outlining Lab (Lab runs on 10/13/2025. After that, you will only receive it as a replay.): https://6figurestoryteller.com/4-keys-vip-experienceGet my free minicourse, 10 Universal Plot Points to Plot Any Story: https://bit.ly/10plotpoints

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25:10

281: Are These Things Holding You Back From Writing...

6-Figure Storyteller: Write unputdownable novels;... ·

2025/10/02

Register for my free workshop, "4 Secret Keys to Finishing an Intensely Emotional Novel That Will Rock Your Readers' World...in 6 Months or Less!" here: https://6figurestoryteller.com/4-keys-registration-page-page

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280: My Secret to Writing Emotional SciFi Stories

6-Figure Storyteller: Write unputdownable novels;... ·

2025/09/18

In this episode, I'm coaching author Natasha Huling, and her question is about balancing the internal and external arcs, so her story is emotional, but not TOO emotional. Check out the Legendary Fiction Forge here (Only $17 for first month!): https://6figurestoryteller.com/join-lff-67 Get my free 10 Universal Plot Points to Craft Any Story mini course here: https://bit.ly/10plotpoints

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54:32

279: The Fiction Author's SURVIVAL Guide to A.I.

6-Figure Storyteller: Write unputdownable novels;... ·

2025/09/10

Check out the Legendary Fiction Forge here (Only $17 for first month!): https://6figurestoryteller.com/join-lff-67 Download my slides from this presentation here: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1eTIvFe9I8a9Elx9O3VD5ZbFdrdhDBBpn/edit?rtpof=true&sd=true Download the Guide to AI Prompts for Best Outputs here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1V50megCndsIZX3G3gEORAnkbrPUq_Kra/view?usp=drive_link Get my free 10 Universal Plot Points to Craft Any Story mini course here:

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23:55

278: STRUGGLING with Your Story's Setting? Do THIS:

6-Figure Storyteller: Write unputdownable novels;... ·

2025/09/09

Hello there, Aspiring Author! Are you struggling with some aspect of your story's setting or fictional world building? So was Derek Surka, so we hopped on a quick coaching call, where I gave him plenty of world building tips! On this call, I coach him on:1) Using a real vs fictional location for his story 2) how to create a setting that serves your story 3) Best practices for describing that setting 4) How not to overthink the details And more! So give this video a watch and tell me in the comments

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14:09

277: What PROLOGUE Style Suits Your Genre Best?...

6-Figure Storyteller: Write unputdownable novels;... ·

2025/09/04

Check out the Legendary Fiction Forge here (Only $17 for first month!): https://6figurestoryteller.com/join-lff-67 Get my free 10 Universal Plot Points to Craft Any Story mini course here: https://bit.ly/10plotpoints

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276: The TRUTH About Fiction Prologues (Agents Lied...

6-Figure Storyteller: Write unputdownable novels;... ·

2025/09/02

Check out the Legendary Fiction Forge here (Only $17 for first month!): https://6figurestoryteller.com/join-lff-67 Get my free 10 Universal Plot Points to Craft Any Story mini course here: https://bit.ly/10plotpoints

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