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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- #206. Student Spotlight: How Gina Elizabeth Went From Stuck to Publishing Two Books in Just One Year 12.08.2025
- Bonus: Plotting for Pantsers: How 3 Writers Found Freedom in Story Structure 07.08.2025
- #205. How Story Structure Can Free Your Creativity and Help You Finish Your Novel 05.08.2025
- #204. Student Spotlight: Why Overlearning Is Holding You Back: Neroli Lacey’s Journey to Publishing Success 29.07.2025
- Bonus: How 3 Perfectionists Finally Broke Free & Finished Their First Drafts 24.07.2025
- #203. Why Writing Advice Is Keeping You Stuck (And What to Do Instead) 22.07.2025
- #202. Student Spotlight: How Kara Kentley Turned a Messy Draft Into a Published Romance (and How You Can Too) 15.07.2025
- Bonus: Making Time To Write: How 3 Busy Writers Finished Their First Drafts 10.07.2025
- #201. The Time Myth: Why ‘Finding Time to Write’ Actually Makes It Harder 08.07.2025
- Bonus: From Stuck to Breakthrough: How 3 Writers Found Their Path Forward 03.07.2025
- #200. Why Most Writers Give Up (And How to Finally Finish Your Novel) 01.07.2025
- #199. Struggling With Flat Characters? These 5 Books Will Transform Your Writing 24.06.2025
- #198. Book Reviews: Navigating the Emotional Rollercoaster of Reader Feedback (With Emily Golden & Rachel May) 17.06.2025
- #197. How to Write a Novel That Hooks Readers Through Curiosity (Not Confusion) 10.06.2025
- #196. The Pros and Cons of Writing A Novel With Multiple Points of View 03.06.2025
- #195. How Deliberate Practice Can Improve Your Fiction Writing (With Tim Grahl) 27.05.2025
- #194. Self-Publishing Your Novel: A 10 Step Guide for First-Time Authors 20.05.2025
- #193. How Dictation Can Help You Write Faster With Sarah Elisabeth Sawyer 13.05.2025
- #192. 5 Big-Picture First Draft Mistakes (& How To Fix Them) 06.05.2025
- #191. Fiction Genres Made Easy: Understanding the 5 Dimensions of Genre 29.04.2025
