Write Now with Sarah Werner

I've broken down my creative process into 6 phases, from brainstorming to publication, all of which we'll talk about in today's episode. For full show notes, please visit https://www.sarahwerner.com/. To support the work I do here at the Write Now podcast, consider becoming a patron on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/sarahrheawerner Thank you as always for listening, and happy writing!

Sometimes, the only thing that gets in the way of my writing is... me. Today, we're talking about resistance — what it is, when and why it strikes, how to resolve it, and what happens if we don't. For show notes, please visit https://www.sarahwerner.com/facing-resistance-wnp-079/ To support the work I do here at the Write Now podcast, become a patron on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/sarahrheawerner Thank you as always for listening, and happy writing!

There's a lot going on in the world right now, and as always, that comes with a lot of pressure -- even the pressure to create. Today, we're talking about internal and external pressures, how they impact (and often disrupt) our creative processes and inspiration, what they mean for us as writers, and how we can respond to them in a productive way. Content Warning: Coronavirus and the resulting quarantine. Support the Write Now podcast on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/sarahrheawerner

When is writing not writing? I know, it sounds like a riddle. But it's actually a great question in disguise that leads to a necessary discussion of what the writing process actually *is*. Buckle in! For show notes, please visit: https://www.sarahwerner.com/when-writing-isnt-writing-wnp-077/

How do you know if you've set a good writing goal for yourself? Or is goal-setting for writing even a good idea? Today's episode explores how we move along the path toward success. For full show notes, please visit: https://www.sarahwerner.com/what-makes-a-good-writing-goal-wnp-076/ To support the work I do here at the Write Now podcast, become a patron on Patreon! https://patreon.com/sarahrheawerner Thank you as always for listening, and happy writing! — Sarah

Fear shows up for us writers in a lot of ways we don't expect or recognize. Let's explore those fears — and how they're holding us back — together. For show notes, please visit: https://www.sarahwerner.com/ To support the work I do here at the Write Now podcast, become a patron on Patreon! https://patreon.com/sarahrheawerner Thank you as always for listening, and happy writing! — Sarah

It's been a while — maybe longer — since you've written. And with all of the rust buildup, thoughts of inadequacy, and other factors... how do you get back into it? For show notes, please visit: https://www.sarahwerner.com/ To support the work I do here at the Write Now podcast, become a patron on Patreon! https://patreon.com/sarahrheawerner Thank you as always for listening, and happy writing! — Sarah

Today's topic comes from a listener question: How will I know when I'm good enough to publish — and that I won't look back on my work in 10 years and cringe? Join us for a chat about fear, bravery, and constant action.

Not to toot my own horn here, but I am really, really good at starting new creative projects. Finishing them... not so much. Today, we're talking about the fears that keep us stuck and how to finish a creative project in a smart and snappy way. Enjoy! Show notes: https://www.sarahwerner.com/finishing-what-you-start-wnp-072 Support the Write Now podcast on Patreon: https://patreon.com/sarahrheawerner

There are a lot of "supposed to"s in the writing world. We're "supposed to" write every day, love every minute of the writing process, and punch fear in the face. But are we REALLY supposed to do these things? Where do the "supposed to"s come from? How do we escape the guilt and obligation that come with them? And what could we create if we were free of the "supposed to"?

So many of us -- writers, parents, employees, students -- are in a state of constant burnout, exhaustion, and overwhelm. Today's episode will help you identify where you are on that spectrum... and how we might begin to deal with it.

As if doubting our own work wasn't enough, most writers also doubt themselves. But a little positivity can go a long way. This week, Sarah shares several affirmations that can help get your mind not only ready to write but ready to write successfully and joyfully.

Some of the most frequent questions I get asked by writers are, "How do I get my name out there?" and "How do I get noticed as a writer?" Today, we'll talk about the two things you can do to find an audience.

Author and publishing veteran Sam Boush shares his insight into the politics behind book distribution, marketing, and becoming a full time writer.

Writer and podcaster Jonathan Small dishes all about the wild and wonderful topics and people you can discover when you uncover a good story.