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
#36: Writing Seasons: How to Balance the Page and the Pile-Up
Have you ever hit a stretch where the to-do list takes over, and your writing feels like a distant dream?
Or maybe you’ve been deep in a fiction writing groove, but everything else—laundry, emails, life—starts to pile up behind you?
In this episode of The Confident Fiction Author podcast, I’m talking about writing seasons—those natural rhythms where either your fiction or your life needs more of your attention.
Here’s the key: It’s okay to let one side pile up for a time…as long as you’re intentional about it.
In this episode, I go deep into:
What a writing season really looks like
Why it’s normal to shift gears (and how to do it without guilt)
How to set time limits so your fiction doesn’t stay on the back burner
What to do when you need to adjust your routines for a new season
If you’re feeling guilty about making time for your fiction writing, or just feel it’s impossible to ever get it all done, I want you to walk away from this episode feeling confident in choosing a season and sticking to it.
Remember, you’re not behind. You’re in a season.
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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
