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The Write It Scared Podcast

Stacy Frazer
Self-Doubt
Story Structure
Character Development
Creative Process
Writing
Writing Community
Rachael Herron
Fiction Writing
Writing Goals
Revision
Tension
Suspense
Goal Setting
Creative Writing
Middle Grade Fiction
Motivation
Writing Process
Creativity
Query Letters
The Dip

A podcast to help fiction writers work through self-doubt and learn the craft of writing a novel.

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Latest Episodes

If you’ve ever told yourself you’re lazy, undisciplined, or just “bad at finishing,” this episode might reframe everything.

In this episode of the Write It Scared podcast, I talk with book coach and editor Nicole Bross about how ADHD impacts a write... more

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If you’re querying—or even thinking about it—this episode is going to change how you approach your pitch.

In this episode of the Write It Scared podcast, I sit down with literary agent and author Ann Rose to talk about what actually makes a query st... more

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What do you do after 197 rejections … for the same book?

Well, if you’re author Carmela Dutra, you keep going.

In this episode, Carmela shares the real story behind her debut cozy mystery, A Murder Most Foul—from querying too soon and rewriting ext... more

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Blog Post on Stakes with Examples 

If your story feels flat or like it’s not going anywhere, check your stakes!

Today, we break down what stakes really are, why “just make it worse” isn’t helpful advice, and how to create meaningful consequences fo... more

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Nicole Bross
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Episode: Writing with ADHD: Practical Strategies to Finish Your Novel with Nicole Bross
Ann Rose
Literary agent, wrangler of words
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Episode: What Literary Agents Look for in a Query Letter (with Ann Rose)
Carmela Dutra
Cozy mystery author, debut novelist A Murder Most Foul
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Episode: From 197 Rejections to a Book Deal: Querying, Revisions & Finding the Right Agent with Author Carmela Dutra
Kate Broad
Author of Greenwich, debut literary fiction novel
St. Martin's Press
Episode: On Revision Magic and Not Quitting with Author Kate Broad
Jennifer Larkin
Book coaching colleague and romance writer coach, author accelerator certified
Jennifer Larkin (author/coach)
Episode: Writing Sex Scenes Without Cringe: What Actually Works in Fiction
Libby Waterford
Prolific romance author and self-publishing educator
Westport Writers Workshop (Westport, Connecticut)
Episode: Should You Self-Publish Your Novel? A Conversation with Libby Waterford
Charlene Wang
Author of I'll Follow You, debut novelist
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Episode: Embracing the Struggle: A Conversation with Author Charlene Wang
Ivette Diaz
Author of dystopian sci-fi fantasy novels; entrepreneur and dreamer
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Gabrielle K. Byrne
Fantasy author and book coach
Author Accelerator / GK Byrne Books
Episode: Critique Partners & Traditional Publishing: What You Need to Know with Gabrielle K. Byrne

Host

Stacy Fraser
Host of The Write It Scared Podcast

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 50 ratings
  • Helpful for new authors

    A welcoming and encouraging podcast for newer authors. Loved every episode I’ve listened to!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lelahlime
    United States7 months ago
  • ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Recommended!

    One of my new favorite podcasts. I appreciate that the episodes deal with all things writing, including mindset, drafting, revising, querying, etc. I feel that there is something there for every stage of the process. It’s high quality content *and* production; the sound is great, no filler words, no lip smacking. Love it 😍

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    _TEQ
    Austria9 months ago
  • Really encouraging

    I love the word: encourage. Encouraging teachers like Stacy Frazer give you the courage and know how to transform the seemingly impossible into the possible. She en-courages you, so you won’t want to quit. Give Stacy a listen. You won’t be disappointed.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Theophile 126
    United States9 months ago
  • Super Podcast

    I love this podcast so much. Down to earth and helpful without being patronising. Writing craft podcasts are my guilty pleasure and this is one one of the best ❤️❤️❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Swishperson
    United Kingdom10 months ago
  • Great resource for writers!

    I like listening to this on walks it’s a great resource touching on various topics about writing and in relatively bite sized portions

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Emlydowling
    Australia10 months ago

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A welcoming and encouraging podcast for newer authors.
Great for writers at multiple stages with bite-sized episodes.
High-quality content with practical tips and strong production.
Down-to-earth and helpful without being patronising.
Tips are clear, actionable, and motivating for finishing books.

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Writing Sex Scenes Without Cringe: What Actually Works in Fiction
Q: What are practical tips to avoid cringe and keep scenes emotionally earned?
Prioritize interiority—thoughts, feelings, and sensations—alongside action, limit anatomical focus, use consistent terminology, and study scenes you love to model pacing, consent, and emotional resonance.
Writing Sex Scenes Without Cringe: What Actually Works in Fiction
Q: Can you write a romance without on-page sex, and how does one decide the level of explicitness?
Yes, many romance subgenres can work without explicit on-page sex; the level should serve the story and align with genre expectations. Experiment with closed-door vs. fade-to-black approaches and vary the intensity based on characters and audience.
Writing Sex Scenes Without Cringe: What Actually Works in Fiction
Q: So how explicit should it be, and how can a writer pressure test a scene to see if it's necessary?
Think of a sex scene as a regular scene with added questions of why the characters want it and how it affects tension, stakes, and internal transformation. If removing it wouldn't harm the rest of the story, it may not be needed, and you can test by comparing to scenes from books you admire for interiority.
From 197 Rejections to a Book Deal: Querying, Revisions & Finding the Right Agent with Author Carmela Dutra
Q: What was it like to wait for representation after years of querying, and how did you keep going through rejections?
She emphasizes maintaining boundaries, viewing feedback as business, not personal, and leaning on a support network, including her husband and writing community, to stay motivated through setbacks until the breakthrough moment with her agent.
From 197 Rejections to a Book Deal: Querying, Revisions & Finding the Right Agent with Author Carmela Dutra
Q: Walk us through the process of revising this book based on feedback that you were getting.
Carmela describes receiving detailed, sometimes chapter-by-chapter revisions, how she learned to distinguish helpful feedback from noise, and how the revisions focused the story's momentum, tense, and character arcs, ultimately aligning with her agent's vision for a stronger, more cohesive manuscript.

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A show focused on helping fiction writers overcome self-doubt and master craft, with a steady mix of practical writing strategies, craft deep-dives, and publishing guidance. Episodes frequently feature book coaches, literary agents, and authors across genres, offering actionable tips on outlining, revising, querying, and balancing ambition with perseverance. Notable strengths include a warm, mentorship-driven hosting style and a willingness to address mindset challenges (imposter syndrome, perfectionism) while providing concrete steps for finishing manuscripts and navigating the publishing landscape. The format often blends guest expertise with hands-on techniques, making it a practical resource for writers at multiple stages of their caree... more

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1. Nicole Bross
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3. Carmela Dutra
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5. Jennifer Larkin
6. Libby Waterford
7. Charlene Wang
8. Ivette Diaz

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