Fiction Writing Made Easy with Savannah Gilbo | How to Write a Novel & Writing Advice
Savannah GilboFiction Writing Made Easy is your go-to creative writing 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 and write a novel you’re proud of.... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 269 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ArtsHow ToEducationBooks | |||
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If your protagonist feels vivid in your head but flat on the page, this episode will help you diagnose what’s missing—and fix the specific piece of character development that will make readers care.
You know your main character. Their backstory, the... more
If you’ve got a scene that feels flat and you can’t figure out why, this episode will help you diagnose what’s really going on—so you know whether the scene is working, needs strengthening, or may not belong in your story at all.
You know that feeli... more
What does it look like to go from feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure about your novel…to finally making real progress?
In this episode, I'm sharing five clips from past Notes to Novel students who all came into the program stuck in different ways... more
A book coach who's written 15 novels pulls back the curtain on what's really happening when your messy first draft disappoints you.
Ever finished a chapter, read it back, and realized the words on the page don't match the story in your head? There'... more
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- My Go-To for Solid Writing Advice
I never miss an episode of Savannah’s podcast, and have listened to many episodes multiple times. She never fails to deliver something I can use, and it’s almost always just at the right moment. Highly recommended for solid, steadfast, and encouraging writing strategies. Savannah is a writer’s writing coach. The best!
Apple Podcasts5Hassell’s Castle
United States22 days ago - Fantastic pod
I’m a multi published author and love listening to industry pods. I’ve been subscribed a long time but I finally listed to a recent episode (I think 247) and it was so fantastic I decided to start from the very beginning. The only problem is Savannah sounds a little bored or even annoyed reading her own script each episode so it makes it easy to zone out even though the content is good.
Apple Podcasts4coco BuddhaUnited Statesa month ago - My favorite fiction writing podcast
Hands down my favorite! Savannah breaks down fiction writing into bite size pieces. So grateful I found this podcast!
Apple Podcasts5PapaGoFishUnited States2 months ago - Extremely Helpful
Savannah Gilbo’s Fiction Writing Made Easy provides terrific checklists and useful examples. I learn so much in every episode.
Apple Podcasts5Travis KettermanUnited States2 months ago - Awesome Podcast!!!!
Savannah Gilbo’s podcast belongs to the tiny group of essential podcasts teaching the craft of writing every author should listen to. Whether you’re an indie or trad writer. I’d give more stars if I could.
Apple Podcasts5RianaWrites
Australia2 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #38 | United States/Arts/Books |
Apple Podcasts | #123 | United States/Arts |
Apple Podcasts | #50 |  United Kingdom/Arts/Books |
Apple Podcasts | #150 | United Kingdom/Arts |
Apple Podcasts | #230 |  Canada/Arts/Books |
Apple Podcasts | #41 | Australia/Arts/Books |
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What is This Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?
This show centers on practical fiction-writing craft, offering clear, actionable steps for drafting, structuring, world-building, and revising. Episodes regularly dissect scene construction, character development, and narrative momentum, often illustrating concepts with concrete examples and hands-on exercises. Guests range from editors and writing coaches to authors experimenting with innovative methods (including AI-assisted approaches), with a steady emphasis on finishing a manuscript, refining craft, and navigating publishing options with integrity. A standout aspect is the recurring focus on practical workflows (like story mapping, revision programs, and sustainable writing habits) that listeners can directly apply to their own project... more
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