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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,

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#242. 5 Revision Mistakes That Keep Writers Stuck in...

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2026/04/07

You finished your first draft. And for a minute, it felt amazing. But then you open your manuscript to revise, and suddenly everything feels unclear.Where do you start? What do you fix first? And how do you know if anything you're changing is actually making your story better?And at a certain point, it starts to feel like the problem might be your draft. But most of the time, it's not. It's the way you're approaching revision.That's why in this episode, I'm walking you

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#241. Do You Really Need to Hire a Book Editor Before...

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2026/03/31

Discover why the answer to hiring a book editor before querying isn’t a simple yes or no—and how to make the right call for your manuscript.If you've finished your draft and you're thinking about querying literary agents, you've probably seen this advice: don't hire an editor before you query.And while that's not wrong, it's also not the full picture.Because the real issue isn't whether you hire an editor. It's whether you're solving the right problem in

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#240. 10 Writing Mistakes That Make Readers Put Down...

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2026/03/24

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, swap out words, and reread the same chapter over and over. And still, something feels off. But most first-draft problems don't occur at the sentence level. They occur at the story level.In this episode, I share the 10 writing mistakes I see most often in manuscripts. Plus, I’ll give you the

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49:44

#239. Student Spotlight: How J.J. Henley Finished Her...

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2026/03/17

She wrote her first novel in 15-minute increments—in drive-through lines, at the dance studio, at swim lessons—while raising two kids and walking through one of the hardest seasons of her family's life. And she finished her book. That's Jackie Henley's (pen name J.J. Henley) story, and I wanted to bring her onto the podcast because I know so many of you feel like life keeps getting in the way of writing your novel. Jackie's story is proof that it doesn't have to.Jackie is a

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#238. How to Market Your Book in a Way That Actually...

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2026/03/10

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 want to close their laptops and hide forever. But what if it didn't have to feel that way?In this episode, I'm joined by award-winning science fiction and fantasy novelist and certified creativity coach Beth Barany to talk about what she calls heart-centered book marketing: A values-driven

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16:41

#237. 3 Signs Your Novel Doesn't Need a Prologue (&...

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2026/03/03

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 right move until you're three drafts in and still not sure if it's actually helping your story or just sitting there, taking up space at the front of your book. And the tricky part is that it's not always easy to tell. Because sometimes the prologue isn't the problem. And sometimes

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#236. The Truth About AI and Creative Writing with...

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2026/02/24

Is AI here to replace novelists, steal ideas, or ruin copyright forever? Let’s separate fear from facts.AI and creative writing are among the most debated topics in the publishing industry right now. Some writers are excited, while others are feeling cautious. And many are wondering what's actually true about AI, copyright law, idea theft, and querying agents.In this episode, I sit down with award-winning novelist and technologist Ana Del Valle to unpack what AI really means for fiction

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#235. Scene Structure Made Easy: The 5 Essential...

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2026/02/17

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 Story Grid's Five Commandments, Dwight Swain's Scene and Sequel, and James Scott Bell's LOCK system. And if you've tried learning from more than one method, it can feel like everyone's teaching something completely different. But the truth is, they're actually not

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28:26

#234. How to Build A Sustainable Writing Practice...

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2026/02/10

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 boulder uphill. But so many writers get stuck dealing with imposter syndrome, fighting writer's block, and wondering why their routine keeps falling apart.That’s why in this episode, I sit down with Dr. Bailey Lang, a book coach, editor, and writer who specializes in helping authors build

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#233. 5 Secrets to Writing Dialogue That Sounds Natural

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2026/02/03

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 dialogue feels stiff or flat, even when the conversation itself seems clear, there’s usually a specific reason for that.And it's not because you're bad at dialogue.In most cases, it comes down to a few subtle craft issues that quietly pull readers out of the scene, even when the conversation itself

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#232. 5 Tips For Crafting Morally Gray Characters...

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2026/01/27

Discover the five craft techniques that make morally gray characters impossible to put down—so you can write complex, compelling figures readers will argue about, defend, and love despite everything.Morally gray characters are some of the most memorable in fiction. Think Cersei Lannister (Game of Thrones), Kaz Brekker (Six of Crows), Severus Snape (Harry Potter), or Amy Dunne (Gone Girl). These are the characters readers can't stop thinking about long after the book is finished.But what

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#231. Student Spotlight: 5 Lessons Learned from Notes...

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2026/01/22

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, you’ll hear from five Notes to Novel students who entered the program actively writing, but couldn’t see why their drafts weren't working or how to fix them.Each case study shows what changed once these writers had a clear process to follow—one that helped them turn their ideas into a story that works.You’ll hear

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#230. Student Spotlight: 5 Lessons Learned from Notes...

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2026/01/20

Five writers. Five different starting points. One clear framework that turned stalled first drafts into steady progress.In today’s episode, I’m sharing real stories from five Notes to Novel students who were stuck in very different ways but wanted the same thing: clarity and forward momentum on their novels.You'll hear from writers who were buried in craft books, sitting on drafts that didn’t work, rewriting in circles, or unsure if they were “too far along” or “not far enough” to get help.

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Bonus: From Stuck to Steady: How 3 Writers Found...

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2026/01/15

Discover how three Notes to Novel™ students stopped guessing their way through drafting and built steady, sustainable momentum toward a finished first draft.In this short bonus episode, I'm sharing three real case studies from past Notes to Novel students who were all stuck in different ways but wanted the same thing: to finish their first draft. You’ll hear how each writer went from stalled, inconsistent drafting to steady momentum once they stopped overthinking and started working with a

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229. 5 Signs Your Writing Process Is Broken (And How...

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2026/01/13

If you've been working on your novel for months—or even years—without making real progress, this episode will help you understand why.Maybe you've started multiple books but never finished one. Maybe you sit down to write and have no idea what to work on. Or maybe you keep rewriting the same chapters over and over, hoping clarity will finally come.Here's what I want you to know: this isn't a talent problem or a motivation problem. It's a process problem—and process problems

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#228. Student Spotlight: How She Finished Her First...

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2026/01/08

Learn how a self-proclaimed perfectionist wrote a 114,000-word first draft in just 88 days—while working full-time and without finding more hours in the day. Poornika didn't have endless hours to write. She had two hours a night after work, some longer weekend sessions, and a chronic illness that sometimes forced her to step away completely. And yet, she finished her novel in 88 days—and went on to sign with her dream agent. In today's episode, I'm sitting down with Poornika Kakkanaiah, a for...

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#227. 5 Tips on Pursuing Your Writing While Holding...

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2026/01/06

If you've been trying to write a novel with a full-time job, family, and everything else life throws at you, this episode is for you.Maybe you squeeze writing into nights or weekends. You may start strong, then lose momentum when things don't go as planned. Or perhaps you keep telling yourself you’ll take your writing seriously when you have more time.In this episode, I’m sharing five practical shifts to prioritize your novel and start making steady progress, even when your time is limited

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226. Counting Down The Best Writing Tips From FWME In...

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2025/12/30

The best writing advice sticks because it changes how you approach the page. In this special year-end episode, I’m counting down the top 10 most impactful writing tips from Fiction Writing Made Easy in 2025, pulled from this year's most listened-to episodes.These are the lessons writers kept coming back to. The ones that helped them stop second-guessing, get unstuck in the middle, and finally make real progress on their drafts. In the episode, you’ll hear me talk about things like:[07:30] Why

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#225. Student Spotlight: From Zero Drafts to Dream...

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2025/12/23

Learn how a busy parent finished a novel by following a clear roadmap that made it possible to pause, return, and keep moving forward.Between raising four kids, navigating pregnancy and newborn life, and juggling everything that comes with being a busy parent, Madi didn't exactly have ideal writing conditions. And yet, she finished her novel.In today’s episode, I’m sitting down with Madi, a former Notes to Novel student, to talk about what it actually looked like to write a book in the middle

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Bonus: From Overwhelmed to Outlining: How 3 Writers...

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2025/12/18

What if the reason you haven't started writing your novel has nothing to do with how much you know?“I’m not ready yet” is one of the most common things I hear from writers. And on the surface, it makes sense. You want to feel prepared before starting something as big as writing a novel.But not feeling ready usually has very little to do with knowledge. More often, the root cause is a lack of clarity. In this bonus episode, I’m sharing stories from three writers who spent months, and even years,

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