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The Word Count

The Word Count
Fiona Taylor
Jo Dixon
Jacq Ellem
A Disappearing Act
The Word Count
Sydney, Australia
Melbourne, Australia

Welcome to the ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐—น ๐—น๐—ถ๐—ณ๐—ฒ, ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐—น ๐˜๐—ถ๐—บ๐—ฒ writing journey podcast following 3 Aussie writers!๐—ง๐—ต๐—ฒ ๐—ช๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—ฑ ๐—–๐—ผ๐˜‚๐—ป๐˜ is about writing a book to publication, what to expect once you are published and everything in between!!!

Each fortnight we check in, set new goals and hold each other accountable while having a laugh along the way in easy-to-listen episodes (under 30 minutes).

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And they're back! Jo and Jacq are back with Fiona this episode, catching up on everything theyโ€™ve been up to over the past four weeks.ย 

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A new series begins! ๐Ÿ’›

Fiona is joined by internationally bestselling author and her very own writing mentor, Hayley Scrivenor, for the first episode in a three-month series all about mentoring.

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A new chapter begins for The Word Count. Weโ€™re sharing some exciting changes to the podcast and a fresh direction for the months ahead.ย 

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Fiona Taylor
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Co-host; host of Tales From Three Corners; award-winning podcaster.
Jo Dixon
Co-host; bestselling author; host and best-selling author.

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 26 ratings
  • Has helped me with my accountability

    Jo, Jacq and Fiona, three Australian writers/content creators share their journeys towards publication with their listeners. Nothing is off limits. They hold themselves (and each other) accountable, often poking fun at Jacq and her occasional dalliance with cleaning out her shed, or overseeing her new septic project.

    All jokes aside, if you are someone who is working on a writing project of your own (or in my case, a podcast (based in the U.S., but focused mainly in Australia), their pursui... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bucketheadsdad
    United States2 years ago
  • Inspiring and funny!

    Really enjoying these three friends in the Aussie book world talking about their writer word count, and a lot more! Itโ€™s also inspired me to try Joโ€™s โ€œpost itsโ€ story planning strategy. Love their humour and the excitement of the Australian writing scene, especially debut writers, writing festivals etc!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Allambi
    Australia2 years ago
  • Episode 5

    Hi Word Counters - great to listen to you and being able to picture you all after #tarwf.

    Congrats on your achievements and accountability check in.

    Mine is to get my pitch ready and submitted by your next episode. Nearly there!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Beth Warren
    Australia3 years ago
  • Love it!

    Great work! Iโ€™ll be right here cheering you on all the way!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    alittlebitbetter42
    Australia3 years ago

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Consistently relatable, encouraging, and motivating for writers on deadlines.
Three Aussie writers deliver accountability with warmth and wit.
The trio feel like friends; their banter makes publishing chatter feel doable.
Listeners cheer their progress checks and practical writing tips.

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This show centers on three Australian writers as they navigate the journey from drafting to publication, checking in every fortnight with goal setting and accountability, while keeping things light and candid. Episodes typically emphasize writing routines, manuscript progress, publishing milestones, and practical tips for publishing to international markets, with behind-the-scenes anecdotes and personal recommendations that keep the tone friendly and relatable. A standout is the strong trio dynamicโ€”humor, honesty, and accountability fuel practical guidance for listeners who are writers or aspiring authors, making it helpful for anyone chasing a publication timeline while balancing life and creative work.

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The Word Count launched 3 years ago and published 66 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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