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6-Figure Storyteller: Write unputdownable novels; fiction writing, storytelling, how to write a book, writing tips, subconsci

Liesel K. Hill, USA Today Best-Selling Author
Fiction Writing
Character Development
Storytelling
Emotional Engagement
Story Structure
Emotional Storytelling
Creative Writing
Emotional Engineering
World Building
Reader Engagement
Plot Structure
Subconscious Mind
Pacing
Prologues
The Dark Knight
Foreshadowing
Sidekick Archetype
Herald Archetype
A Few Good Men
Character Arcs

The reason you have not easily finished your fiction first draft is NOT because you're not intelligent enough, creative enough, or disciplined enough.

It's because you haven't been given the right system that actually works to help you finish a novel that readers will love.

The fiction writing industry does not teach truly effective practices for story writing. All this, "just write one book an... more

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Derek Surka
Author struggling with setting for a novel about curling
Episode: 278: STRUGGLING with Your Story's Setting? Do THIS:
Tammy Lowe
Fiction writer seeking guidance on various writing issues
Episode: 275: Should You Write a Prologue? (The TRUTH Nobody Tells Writers and Other Coaching Questions)
Martin Feinalon
A writer working on a historical thriller mystery series set in the 1930s
Episode: 274: Fiction Book Series Sales FIZZLING? Watch THIS Before You Ditch It!
Jenna Moraci
An award-winning and Amazon bestselling romantasy author.
Episode: 270: Write Romantasy Like a PRO with Jenna Moraci!
Dr. Bailey Lange
Author and coach helping writers build sustainable writing practices.
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Episode: 268: What No One Tells You About Building a Sustainable Writing Habit
Matty Dalrymple
Author of the Anne Kinnair Suspense Novels; expert in helping authors with writing craft and publishing.
Episode: Ep 261: Become a SPEAKER and Boost Your Author Income!
Lisa M. Lilly
A supernatural suspense author and host of the podcast 'Buffy and the Art of the Story'
Self-published author
Episode: Ep 259: How to SIMPLIFY Your Fiction Writing for More Joy and Success
Gemma Clatworthy
Author of Eat Pray Dragons
Episode: Ep 226: Eat, Pray, Dragon - Fiction Manuscript Audit with Author G.Clatworthy
Andrea Pearson
Email marketing expert and author
Episode: Ep 224: Not Selling Many Books Via Email? 5 Mistakes Limiting Your Fiction Sales To Your Email List

Host

Liesl Hill
Host of Fiction Story Blueprint; USA Today bestselling author

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 77 ratings
  • Amazing woman!

    Thank you for this! You have helped me so much!! I am putting all this advice into practice!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    London-loves
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Don’t just tap, punch the follow button.

    No matter how many books you’ve written, it’s so easy to get stuck in the minutia of publishing and forget how to even be creative. The concepts Liesel presents are not only immediately useful, they’re a foundation for crafting the stories that might otherwise remain in your slush folder. Thanks so much 🥰

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WriterGirlErin
    United Statesa year ago
  • I can relate

    For me, I would see my stories playing like a movie in my head. I realized that I like reading and I have a BIG imagination.💭📚📝

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    bookworm 📖🪱
    United Statesa year ago
  • A GREAT resource

    I’m so happy that I found this podcast. Liesel’s story tips always make so much sense, and the other topics on publishing and marketing are on point. I love seeing new episode notifications:)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TheWilcox
    United States2 years ago
  • Love this podcast!!!

    Learning so much!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EmilyJulien
    United States2 years ago

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Many describe episodes as motivating and easy to digest for new writers.
Some listeners feel a few episodes repeat concepts but still find valuable, concrete guidance.
Fans highlight the coaching-call format as especially helpful for progressing on a manuscript.
Listeners praise the host for practical, actionable storytelling tips.

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280: My Secret to Writing Emotional SciFi Stories
Q: What is the recommended word count for a young adult dystopian novel?
The average recommended word count is typically between 60,000 and 90,000 words, with a sweet spot around 70,000 to 85,000 words.
280: My Secret to Writing Emotional SciFi Stories
Q: How would I make the emotional arc without it being overwhelming?
You should figure out the internal and external arcs separately, then intertwine them to ensure they balance each other out and affect one another.
275: Should You Write a Prologue? (The TRUTH Nobody Tells Writers and Other Coaching Questions)
Q: What is the typical word count for novellas vs. full novels?
Novellas typically range from 20,000 to 50,000 words, while full novels usually fall between 70,000 to 90,000 words.
275: Should You Write a Prologue? (The TRUTH Nobody Tells Writers and Other Coaching Questions)
Q: What are your thoughts on prologues and epilogues?
Prologues can be beneficial if they introduce intrigue or foreshadow important elements in the story. It's a myth that they are universally disliked by readers.
268: What No One Tells You About Building a Sustainable Writing Habit
Q: How do you help neurodivergent people with their writing practices?
I provide a flexible framework that accommodates different needs for structure and novelty, allowing neurodivergent writers to find what suits them without following a one-size-fits-all approach.

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This show targets aspiring and mid-career fiction authors who want practical, psychologically informed methods to finish manuscripts and craft emotionally compelling stories. Episodes lean into craft techniques (world-building, character and emotional arcs, plotting) blended with strategic guidance on publishing, marketing, and leveraging storytelling psychology. A notable angle is turning writing into a systematized process that aligns internal motivations with structural craft, helping writers move from rough drafts to publishable novels. Listeners can expect actionable steps, coaching-style calls, and genre-spanning breakdowns that illuminate how to hook readers and sustain engagement across emotional and high-stakes plots.

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