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
#30: How to Become a Reader Again
If you’re a fiction author who hasn’t felt like a reader in a while… you’re not alone.
Between writing deadlines, life demands, and constant distractions, it’s easy to fall out of the habit of reading for joy. But if you want to write powerful fiction, you need to feed your creative well.
In this week's podcast episode, I walk you through simple, doable ways to fall back in love with reading—even if it’s been a while:
📖 Choose the Format That Works for You – Audiobooks, eBooks, paperbacks—it all counts.
🗓️ Add Reading to Your Schedule – What gets scheduled gets done.
📊 Track the Number of Books You Read – Yes, watching your progress is motivating.
🏕️ Plan a Reading Retreat – Whether it’s a weekend getaway or a cozy corner at home, unplug and get lost in stories.
The goal isn’t to add pressure—it’s to bring back the joy of being a reader first, writer second.
If you’ve been craving that deep-in-a-book feeling again, this episode is your invitation.
Your best writing starts with inspired reading.
Let’s get you back to it!
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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
