The Confident Fiction Author
Hey there my fellow author, I’m Sarah Elisabeth Sawyer, an old soul kind of writer living my dream as a full-time author and authorprenuer.
But I didn’t start out living a confident creative lifestyle. I struggled with the fears and the mental and emotional barriers that so often plague writers at all stages of their author career.
But the truth is that, with the right knowledge, tools, and training, you can overcome those barriers. I’m here to teach you how I’ve developed a lifestyle that’s allowed me to publish 19 books (and counting).
Each week as you tune into the Confident Fiction Author podcast, you’ll get clarity on the steps you need to take to advance your writing career. Whether it’s developing your ideal writing routine, tackling new skills like dictating your fiction, or overcoming the obstacles life throws your way, this podcast will help you live a more confident, creative lifestyle.
Free resources for you:
The Confident Fiction Author Toolkit: https://www.fictioncourses.com/toolkit
Dictation + Scrivener Power Combo: https://www.fictioncourses.com/dictation
Dictation for Authors: Tools and Tips of the Trade: https://www.fictioncourses.com/dictation
5 Stereotypes to Avoid When Writing about Native Americans: https://www.fictioncourses.com/stereotypes
The Confident Fiction Author
#8: Lessons for Authors from Holiday Cooking
Big projects, such as cooking a holiday meal, can be pretty overwhelming. Today, I'm sharing my experiences with big projects like getting Thanksgiving dinner hot on the table...and also publishing 19 books and multiple writing courses.
In this holiday-themed episode, I cover:
- My twist on the saying, "You can do anything you want, you just can’t do everything you want," because I believe you can have your pumpkin pie and eat it, too!
- Why you need to know your "recipe." Know what you’re making and why you're excited about the story you want to write.
- Prepare your tools for success: how to know when it's worth investing in new writing tools.
- Prep your "ingredients." What are you cooking? Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner? Know your story genre.
- The need to "let it cool" so you don't end up with a hot mess.
- Taste test time! Beta readers? Editors?
Enjoy this scrumptious episode on the lessons I've learned from holiday cooking and my author life.
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Free resources for you:
The Confident Fiction Author Toolkit: fictioncourses.com/toolkit
Dictation + Scrivener Power Combo Mini Course: fictioncourses.com/dictation
Dictation for Authors: Tools and Tips of the Trade: fictioncourses.com/dictationguide
5 Stereotypes to Avoid When Writing about Native Americans: fictioncourses.com/stereotypes
