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
#41: How to Start Dictating Your Novel Today (No Fancy Gear Required)
Does the thought of dictating your novel bring up images of expensive microphones, digital recorders, and pricey software?
That’s exactly what kept me from dictating my fiction for years. Back when the Dragon Dictation software cost hundreds of dollars (and came on CD-ROMs!), I thought I’d need at least $1,000 worth of gear before I could even get started.
But here’s the secret: you don’t need fancy gear to dictate your fiction.
In this week’s episode of The Confident Fiction Author podcast, I share how I started dictating with nothing more than my smartphone—and why that’s still all I use today, after 14 dictated books.
Here’s what you’ll discover in this episode:
- The biggest myth that stops authors from trying dictation (and why it isn’t true).
- How I overcame years of tech overwhelm and finally started speaking my stories.
- Why success with dictation comes from training your brain, not buying gadgets.
If you’ve ever told yourself, “I’ll start dictating once I have the right setup,” this episode will show you why that’s the wrong approach, and what to do instead.
And remember, my upcoming Dictation Bootcamp kicks off October 14th. Inside, I’ll walk you through how to start dictating step by step—using just your phone or computer—so you can finally capture your stories without tech overwhelm.
Dictation doesn’t start with gear. It starts with you.
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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
