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The Confident Fiction Author

Sarah Elisabeth Sawyer
Fiction Writing
Dictation
Writing
Author Career
Productivity
Writing Career
Creativity
Burnout
Reading
Morning Pages
Personal Development
Decluttering
Writing Process
Confidence In Writing
Creative Process
80/20 Rule
Essentialism
Failure
Reading Speed
Story Ideas

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 traini... more

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Summer is almost here — and with it comes one of my all-time favorite traditions: summer reading.

Do you remember what it felt like to lose yourself completely in a book? Long afternoons, no agenda, just you and a story that pulled you in from the f... more

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As fiction authors, we’re natural explorers—we chase stories into new eras, new worlds, and yes, new cultures. But when you’re researching a culture that isn’t your own, it can feel like you’re holding a map written in a foreign language.

In this we... more

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If you've ever had a story idea that included a character or culture outside of your own — and then hesitated — this episode is for you. Especially if you've asked questions like,

"What if I get it wrong? What if readers call me out?"

I hear these ... more

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If you've ever told yourself, "I'm just not techy enough to dictate my fiction," this episode is for you.

I'm digging into the limiting beliefs that keep fiction authors from even getting started with dictation. We're talking about the overwhelm of ... more

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Sarah Elisabeth Sawyer
Host and primary voice behind a practical, coaching-focused fiction writing show. She is an authorpreneur and full-time author who shares methods for building confidence, dictation, and disciplined creative routines.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 34 ratings
  • A show with heart and transparency

    Sarah, thanks for showing up and sharing the journey and tips with us. May God bless your journey, sweet sister.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    - melissa :)
    United Statesa year ago
  • Excited to Hear More!

    I’ve enjoyed Sarah’s courses in the past, and I’m excited to hear more from her on a regular basis!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Djsomssjbrlcnn
    United States2 years ago
  • Sarah Elisabeth Sawyer is the undeniable queen of fiction dictation, and now she is sharing her novel writing expertise through a podcast! The host is articulate, professional, and knowledgeable. The episodes are the perfect size to fit into a writer's busy schedule. Get the message, get motivated, get writing--confidently.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    notacyclops
    2 years ago
  • Actionable hacks and tips. Advice I can use to keep the writing going even when life interrupts! Looking forward to more episodes from this podcast.

    Audible
    5
    Amazon Customer
    United States2 years ago
  • Great writing podcast

    Advice I can use to keep the writing going even when life interrupts. Looking forward to future episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Duvni
    United States2 years ago

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Genuine, practical guidance that helps writers actually implement tips.
The host's openness about challenges builds trust and motivation.
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