
Writer Unleashed is a weekly podcast for fiction and memoir writers. It's a deep dive into story techniques, writing craft, and the mindsets that help you write with unstoppable momentum and create stories readers can't put down.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 292 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | FictionEducationHow To | |||

You think in chapters. You write in chapters. And that might be exactly why revision feels impossible. In this episode, I tackle one of the most universal misconceptions I see in first-time novelists — confusing chapters with scenes. I'll explain why... more
Most writers know their opening matters. But knowing it and nailing it are two different things. In this episode, I'm breaking down four real book openings to show you exactly what's working beneath the surface, why it hooks readers, and what you can... more
What do you do when writing starts feeling heavy and overwhelming? When it stops being fun?
In this encore episode we'll look at what causes these feelings and how to make your writing joyful again.
We'll cover:
• The number one thought process t... more
Your story feels stuck. You've reread the chapters, moved scenes around, added more conflict. But something still isn't working and you can't name what it is.
There's a layer underneath every stuck story that most writers never think to examine. It'... more
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Hello Nanci, I’ve just discovered your podcast because I’ve just picked up my memoir again after 14 years. I suppose the extra time has given me more to write about. However, I had no idea really how to start or where to go, even though my story is challenging and relatable. You’ve given me a lot of good things to think about and I love your voice. It’s a very calming influence. Just when I think I might want to pull my hair out or throw the whole thing in the trash, your voice brings me back. ... more
Love the Podcast, episodes help me to focus on my writing, identify and naming my problems and encourage me to write, try new things, change my perspective. Thank you, Nancy
Very focused and applicable content with great examples
I felt very lost and alone in my writing process before I found this podcast. Thank you very much, Nanci for giving me guidance. I know I can finished my book because of your eloquent teachings.
Practical tips you can actually use packed into a concise, well-worth-your-time 20 minutes or less. I listen to a ton of writing podcasts, and this is one of my favorites.
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This show targets fiction and memoir writers seeking practical craft advice and momentum, delivering concise, actionable guidance on story structure, character motivation, dialogue, backstory, and revision. Episodes emphasize starting with clear character wants, maintaining story momentum, and applying concrete frameworks to tighten prose and deepen meaning. Listeners tend to appreciate down-to-earth teaching, real-world examples, and bite-sized episodes that fit into busy writing schedules. A standout attribute is the host's precise, no-fluff teaching style paired with helpful worksheets and prompts that listeners can apply immediately to their own projects.
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Writer Unleashed launched 6 years ago and published 292 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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