Speculative Fiction Writing Made Simple: How to Write, Edit, and Publish Your Debut Fantasy, Science Fiction, or Dystopian Novel Mon, 03 Aug 2026 06:00:01 -0400 https://www.manyworldswriting.com/podcasts/speculative-fiction-writing-made-simple en © 2026 Speculative Fiction Writing Made Simple: How to Write, Edit, and Publish Your Debut Fantasy, Science Fiction, or Dystopian Novel yes 63773246-4256-5894-985c-eeb1db03f9ea Heather Davis, Writing Coach, Book Coach, and Developmental Editor, Many Worlds Writing episodic false Have you ever had a story idea you love—a vivid world, compelling characters, big themes—but every time you sit down to write, something just… isn’t working?

If that sounds familiar, you’re in the right place.


Welcome to Speculative Fiction Writing Made Simple.


In each episode, I tackle one specific problem standing between you and a cohesive, compelling book—whether that’s character arc, plot structure, backstory, worldbuilding, magic systems, genre clarity, revision, or the publishing path. Some episodes are focused teaching sessions where I break down craft and process step by step, and others feature in-depth conversations with industry experts—authors, editors, agents, and publishing professionals—who share real-world insight into what actually works.


No vague advice. No craft mysticism. Just concrete, actionable strategies you can apply immediately (often with free companion workbooks linked right in the show notes).


This podcast is here to help you stop spinning your wheels and start making confident, intentional story choices—so your novel feels grounded, emotionally powerful, and readable all the way through.


I’m your host, Heather Davis—Author Accelerator Certified Book Coach, developmental editor, host of the WorldShift Writing Summit, podcaster, and fellow speculative fiction writer. I’ve spent over a decade helping writers untangle messy drafts, fix stories that almost work, and build novels from the ground up in a way that’s sustainable and actually makes sense.


And let’s be honest: writing a good novel—the kind readers want to finish, recommend, and come back to—is hard. This podcast doesn’t promise shortcuts or overnight success. Instead, it embraces the real, messy, challenging work of storytelling—and gives you the tools to do it well.


If you’ve ever found yourself typing questions like these into Google, this show is for you:

  • What is show don't tell?
  • What's the difference between scenes and chapters?
  • How do I use Save the Cat to structure my novel without it feeling formulaic?
  • How do I include backstory without info-dumping?
  • Why isn’t my magic system working in my story?
  • How do I revise a novel without getting overwhelmed?
  • How do I write character driven stories? 
  • How do I develop my author Voice?
  • How do I write fantasy, romantasy, dystopian, science fiction, magical realism, paranormal, horror, or other speculative genres?
  • How do I develop my protagonist?
  • What is interiority?
  • How do I determine the these and Point of my novel? 
  • How do I create a character arc for my protagonist? 
  • etc. 


So if you’re ready to write a novel you’re proud of—one that holds together, makes readers think, and earns their trust—go ahead and follow or subscribe. It’s the easiest way to support the show and make sure you don’t miss what’s coming next.


Next steps:
If you want to go deeper, get on my email list so you don’t miss my free and paid classes, workshops, and free writing sprints:
👉 https://resources.manyworldswriting.com/U2F1zO

Have a question or want to reach out directly? You can email me anytime at heather@manyworldswriting.com

Until next time, keep writing, keep dreaming, and remember: the world needs your stories right now. Don’t give up on your novel—or yourself.

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Heather Davis, Writing Coach, Book Coach, and Developmental Editor, Many Worlds Writing https://storage.buzzsprout.com/jwev8i2bp9wg4o5xta9ek04nwki5?.jpg Speculative Fiction Writing Made Simple: How to Write, Edit, and Publish Your Debut Fantasy, Science Fiction, or Dystopian Novel https://www.manyworldswriting.com/podcasts/speculative-fiction-writing-made-simple Heather Davis Writing Emotional Scenes That Feel Real, Not Melodramatic Writing Emotional Scenes That Feel Real, Not Melodramatic Most writers think writing an emotional scene means telling readers what the protagonist is feeling. But if readers only recognize the emotion instead of experiencing it themselves, the scene falls flat. In this episode, I'm sharing one of the biggest mindset shifts that transformed the way I write emotional scenes and three practical techniques you can use to create moments that truly move your readers. If you've ever wondered why your emotional scenes aren't landing the way you hoped, this episode will show you exactly what's missing.

In this episode, I break down the difference between describing emotion and creating emotionality, explain why readers are actually co-creators of your story, and walk through three simple techniques that invite readers to experience your protagonist's emotions instead of merely observing them.

You'll learn:

✨ Why naming emotions and describing body language often isn't enough to create an emotional reading experience

✨ The surprising reason readers are actually co-creators of every story they read—and how that changes the way you write

✨ Three practical techniques for writing scenes that make readers feel alongside your protagonist

✨ Why interiority is one of the most powerful tools for creating emotional connection

✨ How concrete, specific details transform vague emotional moments into unforgettable scenes

✨ A side-by-side example showing how to revise an emotional scene so it has far greater impact

If your emotional scenes feel flat, distant, or like readers understand what your characters are feeling without actually feeling it themselves, this episode will give you a practical framework for changing that. By the end, you'll know how to write emotional scenes that invite readers into the experience, deepen their connection to your characters, and make your story far more memorable.

Ask Me Anything Thursdays👋 Send me your writing question! I'll answer it in an upcoming episode. Include your name if you want a shout out! 🤗

🌻Get your FREE Ticket to WorldShift 2026🌻

]]> Most writers think writing an emotional scene means telling readers what the protagonist is feeling. But if readers only recognize the emotion instead of experiencing it themselves, the scene falls flat. In this episode, I'm sharing one of the biggest mindset shifts that transformed the way I write emotional scenes and three practical techniques you can use to create moments that truly move your readers. If you've ever wondered why your emotional scenes aren't landing the way you hoped, this episode will show you exactly what's missing.

In this episode, I break down the difference between describing emotion and creating emotionality, explain why readers are actually co-creators of your story, and walk through three simple techniques that invite readers to experience your protagonist's emotions instead of merely observing them.

You'll learn:

✨ Why naming emotions and describing body language often isn't enough to create an emotional reading experience

✨ The surprising reason readers are actually co-creators of every story they read—and how that changes the way you write

✨ Three practical techniques for writing scenes that make readers feel alongside your protagonist

✨ Why interiority is one of the most powerful tools for creating emotional connection

✨ How concrete, specific details transform vague emotional moments into unforgettable scenes

✨ A side-by-side example showing how to revise an emotional scene so it has far greater impact

If your emotional scenes feel flat, distant, or like readers understand what your characters are feeling without actually feeling it themselves, this episode will give you a practical framework for changing that. By the end, you'll know how to write emotional scenes that invite readers into the experience, deepen their connection to your characters, and make your story far more memorable.

Ask Me Anything Thursdays👋 Send me your writing question! I'll answer it in an upcoming episode. Include your name if you want a shout out! 🤗

🌻Get your FREE Ticket to WorldShift 2026🌻

]]> Buzzsprout-19587410 Mon, 03 Aug 2026 06:00:00 -0400 1021 full false The Hidden Psychology Behind Great World-Building with Gabriela Pereira | Episode 53 The Hidden Psychology Behind Great World-Building with Gabriela Pereira | Episode 53 Writers often think world-building starts with maps, magic systems, political structures, or pages of lore.

But what if it actually starts with your protagonist?

In this excerpt from my conversation with Gabriela Pereira for WorldShift 2026, we explore one of the biggest mindset shifts writers can make about world-building.

Gabriela explains why every story—not just fantasy or science fiction—involves world-building, and introduces her fascinating psychology-inspired framework that puts the protagonist at the center of the world instead of treating the world like a static backdrop.

We talk about:

✨ Why world-building exists in every genre, not just speculative fiction

✨ The biggest mistake writers make (and why info-dumps rarely work)

✨ How your protagonist acts as the "filter" through which readers experience the world

✨ Why the exact same setting feels completely different depending on your character's emotional state

✨ A simple exercise you can use to make your settings feel more immersive and emotionally powerful

If you've ever struggled to make your world feel alive—or wondered why your descriptions sometimes feel flat—this conversation will completely change how you think about world-building.

If you'd like to watch the full interview (along with more than 30+ other presentations from  experts), join the waitlist for the FREE WorldShift 2026 Writers' Conference this August.

👉https://worldshift2026.manyworldswriting.com/?ac=YF5ufUWq 

Ask Me Anything Thursdays👋 Send me your writing question! I'll answer it in an upcoming episode. Include your name if you want a shout out! 🤗

🌻Get your FREE Ticket to WorldShift 2026🌻

]]> Writers often think world-building starts with maps, magic systems, political structures, or pages of lore.

But what if it actually starts with your protagonist?

In this excerpt from my conversation with Gabriela Pereira for WorldShift 2026, we explore one of the biggest mindset shifts writers can make about world-building.

Gabriela explains why every story—not just fantasy or science fiction—involves world-building, and introduces her fascinating psychology-inspired framework that puts the protagonist at the center of the world instead of treating the world like a static backdrop.

We talk about:

✨ Why world-building exists in every genre, not just speculative fiction

✨ The biggest mistake writers make (and why info-dumps rarely work)

✨ How your protagonist acts as the "filter" through which readers experience the world

✨ Why the exact same setting feels completely different depending on your character's emotional state

✨ A simple exercise you can use to make your settings feel more immersive and emotionally powerful

If you've ever struggled to make your world feel alive—or wondered why your descriptions sometimes feel flat—this conversation will completely change how you think about world-building.

If you'd like to watch the full interview (along with more than 30+ other presentations from  experts), join the waitlist for the FREE WorldShift 2026 Writers' Conference this August.

👉https://worldshift2026.manyworldswriting.com/?ac=YF5ufUWq 

Ask Me Anything Thursdays👋 Send me your writing question! I'll answer it in an upcoming episode. Include your name if you want a shout out! 🤗

🌻Get your FREE Ticket to WorldShift 2026🌻

]]> Buzzsprout-19424843 Wed, 01 Jul 2026 06:00:00 -0400 1203 full false Writing Age Category: Fix This Before You Query (with Ben Grange) | Episode 52 Writing Age Category: Fix This Before You Query (with Ben Grange) | Episode 52 Age category feels straightforward… until it really, really isn’t.

In this episode, I sit down with Ben Grange to unpack one of the most confusing (and important) decisions a writer can make: how to position your book in the market—and what “age category” actually means behind the scenes.

We break down the real differences between middle grade, YA, new adult, and adult fiction… and why those lines are far blurrier (and more business-driven) than most writers realize.

We talk candidly about market realities, reader expectations, stakes, voice, theme, and what actually determines where your book ends up on the shelf.

If you’ve ever wondered:

“Does my protagonist’s age define my book?”
 “What actually makes something YA vs adult?”
 “Can I write a younger protagonist and still have an adult novel?”
 “What if I categorize my book wrong when querying?”
 “Do publishers decide everything anyway?”
 …this episode is for you.

We cover:

✨ What “age category” really means (and why it’s about marketing)
✨ How protagonist age, stakes, and theme actually work together
✨ What makes a story feel YA vs adult (beyond surface-level rules)
✨ How to position your book correctly when querying agents
✨ Why writing the book you love still matters most

We also dive into something every writer needs to hear: rejection.

Because understanding age category is important—but it’s only one piece of a much bigger picture.

And Ben shares a powerful reminder that the only thing you truly control in this industry… is the writing itself.

At the end of the day, the question isn’t just:

“Where does my book fit?”

It’s:

“Am I writing the story I actually want to tell—and am I willing to keep going no matter what happens next?”

You can find Ben Grange here:

https://thirty30k.com

https://www.booksonthegrange.com/

Ask Me Anything Thursdays👋 Send me your writing question! I'll answer it in an upcoming episode. Include your name if you want a shout out! 🤗

🌻Get your FREE Ticket to WorldShift 2026🌻

]]> Age category feels straightforward… until it really, really isn’t.

In this episode, I sit down with Ben Grange to unpack one of the most confusing (and important) decisions a writer can make: how to position your book in the market—and what “age category” actually means behind the scenes.

We break down the real differences between middle grade, YA, new adult, and adult fiction… and why those lines are far blurrier (and more business-driven) than most writers realize.

We talk candidly about market realities, reader expectations, stakes, voice, theme, and what actually determines where your book ends up on the shelf.

If you’ve ever wondered:

“Does my protagonist’s age define my book?”
 “What actually makes something YA vs adult?”
 “Can I write a younger protagonist and still have an adult novel?”
 “What if I categorize my book wrong when querying?”
 “Do publishers decide everything anyway?”
 …this episode is for you.

We cover:

✨ What “age category” really means (and why it’s about marketing)
✨ How protagonist age, stakes, and theme actually work together
✨ What makes a story feel YA vs adult (beyond surface-level rules)
✨ How to position your book correctly when querying agents
✨ Why writing the book you love still matters most

We also dive into something every writer needs to hear: rejection.

Because understanding age category is important—but it’s only one piece of a much bigger picture.

And Ben shares a powerful reminder that the only thing you truly control in this industry… is the writing itself.

At the end of the day, the question isn’t just:

“Where does my book fit?”

It’s:

“Am I writing the story I actually want to tell—and am I willing to keep going no matter what happens next?”

You can find Ben Grange here:

https://thirty30k.com

https://www.booksonthegrange.com/

Ask Me Anything Thursdays👋 Send me your writing question! I'll answer it in an upcoming episode. Include your name if you want a shout out! 🤗

🌻Get your FREE Ticket to WorldShift 2026🌻

]]> Buzzsprout-18934552 Wed, 01 Apr 2026 06:00:00 -0400 3637 full false Writing Scenes: How to Build Mini Stories That Work | Episode 51 Writing Scenes: How to Build Mini Stories That Work | Episode 51 Struggling to write scenes that actually work—the kind that keep readers turning pages instead of skimming or putting your book down? You’re not alone. In this episode, I’m breaking down what a scene really is (and what it’s not), why so many novels fall flat at the scene level, and the essential elements that make a scene engaging, cohesive, and impossible to ignore. Whether you’re drafting or revising, this writing episode will help you build scenes that truly drive your story forward.

In this episode, I break down exactly how to write powerful, working scenes—the kind that create tension, reveal character, and lead to meaningful story change.

We’ll talk about what scenes are actually for (hint: it’s not just “stuff happening”), what not to do, and the simple but essential elements that turn a flat scene into a compelling mini-story.

You’ll learn:

✨ What a scene actually is (and how it’s different from a chapter)
✨ Why so many scenes fall flat—even in otherwise strong novels
✨ The core elements every working scene needs: character, setting, disturbance, tension, and change
✨ How to think of scenes as mini stories that build momentum across your novel

If your scenes feel a little vague, low-stakes, or like they’re just… there—and you’ve been hoping they’ll come together in revision—this episode will show you what’s missing and how to fix it.

By the end, you’ll understand how to build scenes that create tension, deepen character, and move your story forward—and why mastering this one unit of story can transform your entire novel.

Ask Me Anything Thursdays👋 Send me your writing question! I'll answer it in an upcoming episode. Include your name if you want a shout out! 🤗

🌻Get your FREE Ticket to WorldShift 2026🌻

]]> Struggling to write scenes that actually work—the kind that keep readers turning pages instead of skimming or putting your book down? You’re not alone. In this episode, I’m breaking down what a scene really is (and what it’s not), why so many novels fall flat at the scene level, and the essential elements that make a scene engaging, cohesive, and impossible to ignore. Whether you’re drafting or revising, this writing episode will help you build scenes that truly drive your story forward.

In this episode, I break down exactly how to write powerful, working scenes—the kind that create tension, reveal character, and lead to meaningful story change.

We’ll talk about what scenes are actually for (hint: it’s not just “stuff happening”), what not to do, and the simple but essential elements that turn a flat scene into a compelling mini-story.

You’ll learn:

✨ What a scene actually is (and how it’s different from a chapter)
✨ Why so many scenes fall flat—even in otherwise strong novels
✨ The core elements every working scene needs: character, setting, disturbance, tension, and change
✨ How to think of scenes as mini stories that build momentum across your novel

If your scenes feel a little vague, low-stakes, or like they’re just… there—and you’ve been hoping they’ll come together in revision—this episode will show you what’s missing and how to fix it.

By the end, you’ll understand how to build scenes that create tension, deepen character, and move your story forward—and why mastering this one unit of story can transform your entire novel.

Ask Me Anything Thursdays👋 Send me your writing question! I'll answer it in an upcoming episode. Include your name if you want a shout out! 🤗

🌻Get your FREE Ticket to WorldShift 2026🌻

]]> Buzzsprout-18904259 Wed, 25 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0400 1244 full false Writing Your Novel Your Way: The Hybrid Publishing Option (with Megan Sells, Atmosphere Press) | Episode 50 Writing Your Novel Your Way: The Hybrid Publishing Option (with Megan Sells, Atmosphere Press) | Episode 50 Hybrid publishing gets talked about a lot… and misunderstood even more.

In this episode, I sit down with Megan Sells (Acquisitions Manager and Developmental Editor at Atmosphere Press) to unpack what hybrid publishing actually is—how it differs from traditional publishing and self-publishing, why it’s often confused with vanity presses, and how authors can decide if it’s the right path for them.

We talk candidly about money, rights, marketing, selectivity, speculative fiction word counts (yes, we went there), and what success really means in today’s publishing landscape.

If you’ve ever wondered:

  • “Is hybrid publishing legit?”
  • “Do I keep my rights?”
  • “How selective are hybrid presses really?”
  • “What kind of marketing support would I actually get?”
  • “Can I still control my cover, edits, and audiobook narrator?”

…this episode is for you.

We cover:

✨ The difference between traditional, self-, and hybrid publishing
✨ Why “vanity press” is not the same as true hybrid publishing
✨ How selective Atmosphere Press really is (spoiler: around 1–2%)
✨ What authors actually invest in—and what they receive in return
✨ Editing, cover design, marketing, distribution, and collaboration
✨ Why hybrid publishing can protect your IP rights (film, audio, merchandise)
✨ The surprising flexibility around word count
✨ Why success isn’t just about bestseller lists
✨ The power of continuing to publish 

We also dive into something I care deeply about as a speculative fiction writer: voice.

Hybrid publishing can create space for niche, diverse, genre-bending, or non-trending books that might not fit traditional commercial molds—but absolutely deserve readers.

And we talk about ownership.
Not just of your book—but of your rights, your long-term IP, and your creative decisions.

Because at the end of the day, the question isn’t just:

“Can I get published?”

It’s:

“What path aligns with my goals, my values, and my definition of success?”

👉 Learn more about Atmosphere Press (and read their full contract + services):
 https://atmospherepress.com/

Ask Me Anything Thursdays👋 Send me your writing question! I'll answer it in an upcoming episode. Include your name if you want a shout out! 🤗

🌻Get your FREE Ticket to WorldShift 2026🌻

]]> Hybrid publishing gets talked about a lot… and misunderstood even more.

In this episode, I sit down with Megan Sells (Acquisitions Manager and Developmental Editor at Atmosphere Press) to unpack what hybrid publishing actually is—how it differs from traditional publishing and self-publishing, why it’s often confused with vanity presses, and how authors can decide if it’s the right path for them.

We talk candidly about money, rights, marketing, selectivity, speculative fiction word counts (yes, we went there), and what success really means in today’s publishing landscape.

If you’ve ever wondered:

  • “Is hybrid publishing legit?”
  • “Do I keep my rights?”
  • “How selective are hybrid presses really?”
  • “What kind of marketing support would I actually get?”
  • “Can I still control my cover, edits, and audiobook narrator?”

…this episode is for you.

We cover:

✨ The difference between traditional, self-, and hybrid publishing
✨ Why “vanity press” is not the same as true hybrid publishing
✨ How selective Atmosphere Press really is (spoiler: around 1–2%)
✨ What authors actually invest in—and what they receive in return
✨ Editing, cover design, marketing, distribution, and collaboration
✨ Why hybrid publishing can protect your IP rights (film, audio, merchandise)
✨ The surprising flexibility around word count
✨ Why success isn’t just about bestseller lists
✨ The power of continuing to publish 

We also dive into something I care deeply about as a speculative fiction writer: voice.

Hybrid publishing can create space for niche, diverse, genre-bending, or non-trending books that might not fit traditional commercial molds—but absolutely deserve readers.

And we talk about ownership.
Not just of your book—but of your rights, your long-term IP, and your creative decisions.

Because at the end of the day, the question isn’t just:

“Can I get published?”

It’s:

“What path aligns with my goals, my values, and my definition of success?”

👉 Learn more about Atmosphere Press (and read their full contract + services):
 https://atmospherepress.com/

Ask Me Anything Thursdays👋 Send me your writing question! I'll answer it in an upcoming episode. Include your name if you want a shout out! 🤗

🌻Get your FREE Ticket to WorldShift 2026🌻

]]> Buzzsprout-18785743 Wed, 04 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0500 2380 full false Do You Need an MFA to Succeed in Writing? | Episode 49 Do You Need an MFA to Succeed in Writing? | Episode 49 Think you need an MFA or a creative writing degree to become great at writing? Don't be so sure. 

In this episode, I’m breaking down why so many aspiring authors believe formal education is the key to success, what MFA programs actually teach versus what commercial fiction truly requires, and how to build a smarter, more intentional path to mastering writing on your own.

If you’ve been wondering whether you’re “qualified enough” to pursue writing seriously, this episode will show you exactly what actually matters.

In this episode, I walk you through how to create your own powerful writing education—the kind that develops real craft skills, sharpens your storytelling instincts, and prepares you for the business side of being an author.

We’ll dig into the difference between literary training and commercial storytelling, why plot and character arc matter more than a diploma, and how to design a self-directed learning plan that works better than a traditional creative writing degree.

You’ll learn:

✨ Why an MFA is not a prerequisite for great writing
 ✨ The critical difference between literary writing and commercial fiction craft
 ✨ The three pillars of building your own writing education
 ✨ How to study novels intentionally to accelerate your growth
 ✨ Why feedback is non-negotiable if you want to level up your writing

If you’ve been hesitating to pursue writing because you don’t have a creative writing degree, or you’ve been wondering whether an MFA is the missing piece, this episode will help you rethink what actually creates mastery.

By the end, you’ll have a clear, practical roadmap for improving your writing skills with purpose, confidence, and strategy—no degree required.

👉 Join my email list for FREE and paid writerly goodies!
 https://resources.manyworldswriting.com/U2F1zO

Ask Me Anything Thursdays👋 Send me your writing question! I'll answer it in an upcoming episode. Include your name if you want a shout out! 🤗

🌻Get your FREE Ticket to WorldShift 2026🌻

]]> Think you need an MFA or a creative writing degree to become great at writing? Don't be so sure. 

In this episode, I’m breaking down why so many aspiring authors believe formal education is the key to success, what MFA programs actually teach versus what commercial fiction truly requires, and how to build a smarter, more intentional path to mastering writing on your own.

If you’ve been wondering whether you’re “qualified enough” to pursue writing seriously, this episode will show you exactly what actually matters.

In this episode, I walk you through how to create your own powerful writing education—the kind that develops real craft skills, sharpens your storytelling instincts, and prepares you for the business side of being an author.

We’ll dig into the difference between literary training and commercial storytelling, why plot and character arc matter more than a diploma, and how to design a self-directed learning plan that works better than a traditional creative writing degree.

You’ll learn:

✨ Why an MFA is not a prerequisite for great writing
 ✨ The critical difference between literary writing and commercial fiction craft
 ✨ The three pillars of building your own writing education
 ✨ How to study novels intentionally to accelerate your growth
 ✨ Why feedback is non-negotiable if you want to level up your writing

If you’ve been hesitating to pursue writing because you don’t have a creative writing degree, or you’ve been wondering whether an MFA is the missing piece, this episode will help you rethink what actually creates mastery.

By the end, you’ll have a clear, practical roadmap for improving your writing skills with purpose, confidence, and strategy—no degree required.

👉 Join my email list for FREE and paid writerly goodies!
 https://resources.manyworldswriting.com/U2F1zO

Ask Me Anything Thursdays👋 Send me your writing question! I'll answer it in an upcoming episode. Include your name if you want a shout out! 🤗

🌻Get your FREE Ticket to WorldShift 2026🌻

]]> Buzzsprout-18726960 Wed, 25 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -0500 1633 full false Writing Strong Pitches for Querying Success (with Julie Artz) | Episode 48 Writing Strong Pitches for Querying Success (with Julie Artz) | Episode 48 Feeling overwhelmed by querying—or stuck in the rejection cycle with no clue what’s “wrong”? You’re not alone. In this episode, I sit down with Julie Artz (author, editor, book coach, and dragon 🐉) to demystify what agents actually want—and how to build a pitch package that makes them want to read more.

We break down what’s inside today’s modern pitch package (including the two pieces Query Manager made way more common), why your synopsis must spoil the ending, and how to avoid the biggest query traps—especially for speculative fiction writers who love their worldbuilding (hi, it’s us).

Julie also shares her go-to framework for tightening your pitch from the inside out: Four Essential Questions that should be clear in your logline, your query, your synopsis, and your pages. Because if you can’t articulate the story in short form, it might be a sign the story itself needs a stronger foundation.

You’ll learn:

✨ Who actually needs to query—and why pitch skills still help self-publishing authors
✨ What’s in a modern pitch package (query, sample pages, one-sentence pitch/logline, synopsis)
✨ Why your synopsis should spoil the ending (and why agents need that)
✨ How to avoid “genre soup” (and what to say when your book is both sci-fi and fantasy)
✨ The Four Essential Questions—and how they reveal what your story might be missing

If querying has been making you feel confused, discouraged, or like you’re shouting into the void, this conversation will help you get grounded, get strategic, and start pitching with way more clarity and confidence.

👉 Grab Julie’s FREE Four Essential Questions Workbook (mentioned in the episode):
 https://www.julieartz.com/four-essential-questions-workbook?utm_source=spec-fic-made-simple&utm_medium=podcast&utm_term=guest&utm_content=episode&utm_campaign=get-to-yes

👉 Join Heather's email list for FREE and paid writerly goodies!
 https://resources.manyworldswriting.com/U2F1zO

Ask Me Anything Thursdays👋 Send me your writing question! I'll answer it in an upcoming episode. Include your name if you want a shout out! 🤗

🌻Get your FREE Ticket to WorldShift 2026🌻

]]> Feeling overwhelmed by querying—or stuck in the rejection cycle with no clue what’s “wrong”? You’re not alone. In this episode, I sit down with Julie Artz (author, editor, book coach, and dragon 🐉) to demystify what agents actually want—and how to build a pitch package that makes them want to read more.

We break down what’s inside today’s modern pitch package (including the two pieces Query Manager made way more common), why your synopsis must spoil the ending, and how to avoid the biggest query traps—especially for speculative fiction writers who love their worldbuilding (hi, it’s us).

Julie also shares her go-to framework for tightening your pitch from the inside out: Four Essential Questions that should be clear in your logline, your query, your synopsis, and your pages. Because if you can’t articulate the story in short form, it might be a sign the story itself needs a stronger foundation.

You’ll learn:

✨ Who actually needs to query—and why pitch skills still help self-publishing authors
✨ What’s in a modern pitch package (query, sample pages, one-sentence pitch/logline, synopsis)
✨ Why your synopsis should spoil the ending (and why agents need that)
✨ How to avoid “genre soup” (and what to say when your book is both sci-fi and fantasy)
✨ The Four Essential Questions—and how they reveal what your story might be missing

If querying has been making you feel confused, discouraged, or like you’re shouting into the void, this conversation will help you get grounded, get strategic, and start pitching with way more clarity and confidence.

👉 Grab Julie’s FREE Four Essential Questions Workbook (mentioned in the episode):
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]]> Buzzsprout-18664797 Wed, 18 Feb 2026 08:00:00 -0500 3528 full false Stop Playing Nice: The Secret to Writing a Great Scene Is Conflict | Episode 47 Stop Playing Nice: The Secret to Writing a Great Scene Is Conflict | Episode 47 Struggling to make your scenes feel tense, gripping, and impossible to look away from? You’re not alone. In this episode, I’m breaking down why so many scenes feel flat even when the stakes seem high, what writers often get wrong about conflict, and how to build the kind of tension that keeps readers glued to the page. If your scenes feel a little too easy on your characters (and your readers), this episode will show you exactly how to fix that.

In this episode, I walk you through how to create meaningful, effective conflict in your scenes—the kind that feels natural, purposeful, and emotionally charged rather than forced or melodramatic.

We’ll dig into why conflict is the engine of great storytelling, what happens when it’s missing, and how to design scenes that actively push back against your protagonist at every turn.

You’ll learn:

✨ Why scenes with clear goals and stakes can still feel boring—and what’s actually missing
 ✨ The five essential elements every high-tension scene needs to create friction and suspense
 ✨ How opposing goals instantly raise tension between characters
 ✨ How to use stakes, constraints, and escalating obstacles to make scenes feel dangerous and alive
 ✨ Why ticking clocks and hard decisions are so powerful—and how they turn scenes into true story moments

If your scenes tend to resolve too neatly, your characters get what they want too easily, or your conflict feels muted and safe, this episode will help you rethink how you’re building tension from the ground up.

By the end, you’ll have a clear framework for crafting scenes that force your protagonist to struggle, choose, and change—and that make readers eager to race into the next chapter.

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]]> Struggling to make your scenes feel tense, gripping, and impossible to look away from? You’re not alone. In this episode, I’m breaking down why so many scenes feel flat even when the stakes seem high, what writers often get wrong about conflict, and how to build the kind of tension that keeps readers glued to the page. If your scenes feel a little too easy on your characters (and your readers), this episode will show you exactly how to fix that.

In this episode, I walk you through how to create meaningful, effective conflict in your scenes—the kind that feels natural, purposeful, and emotionally charged rather than forced or melodramatic.

We’ll dig into why conflict is the engine of great storytelling, what happens when it’s missing, and how to design scenes that actively push back against your protagonist at every turn.

You’ll learn:

✨ Why scenes with clear goals and stakes can still feel boring—and what’s actually missing
 ✨ The five essential elements every high-tension scene needs to create friction and suspense
 ✨ How opposing goals instantly raise tension between characters
 ✨ How to use stakes, constraints, and escalating obstacles to make scenes feel dangerous and alive
 ✨ Why ticking clocks and hard decisions are so powerful—and how they turn scenes into true story moments

If your scenes tend to resolve too neatly, your characters get what they want too easily, or your conflict feels muted and safe, this episode will help you rethink how you’re building tension from the ground up.

By the end, you’ll have a clear framework for crafting scenes that force your protagonist to struggle, choose, and change—and that make readers eager to race into the next chapter.

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]]> Buzzsprout-18659906 Wed, 11 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -0500 860 full false The Secret to Powerful Writing: Three-Act Structure Demystified with Gabriela Pereira | Episode 46 The Secret to Powerful Writing: Three-Act Structure Demystified with Gabriela Pereira | Episode 46 Struggling to make sense of story structure—or wondering if you’re doing it “wrong”? You’re not alone. In this episode, I sit down with Gabriela Pereira, founder of DIY MFA, to talk about story structure in a way that feels empowering instead of intimidating. We zoom in on the classic three-act structure (and why it’s classic, not universal), break down the role of pivot points, and explore how structure works best as a crosscheck rather than a paint-by-numbers formula.

You’ll learn:

✨ Why the three-act structure works—and why it isn’t universal or rigid
 ✨ Gabriela’s “3 + 2 = 1” framework (three acts, two pivot points, one cohesive story)
 ✨ How to navigate Act Two without falling into the dreaded “and then… and then…” trap
 ✨ What the midpoint and Dark Night of the Soul are really doing for your protagonist
✨ How different types of endings work (and how to choose the right one for your story)

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by story structure or unsure why something in your draft just isn’t working, this episode will help you move from instinct to intention—and finally see where your story needs support.

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]]> Struggling to make sense of story structure—or wondering if you’re doing it “wrong”? You’re not alone. In this episode, I sit down with Gabriela Pereira, founder of DIY MFA, to talk about story structure in a way that feels empowering instead of intimidating. We zoom in on the classic three-act structure (and why it’s classic, not universal), break down the role of pivot points, and explore how structure works best as a crosscheck rather than a paint-by-numbers formula.

You’ll learn:

✨ Why the three-act structure works—and why it isn’t universal or rigid
 ✨ Gabriela’s “3 + 2 = 1” framework (three acts, two pivot points, one cohesive story)
 ✨ How to navigate Act Two without falling into the dreaded “and then… and then…” trap
 ✨ What the midpoint and Dark Night of the Soul are really doing for your protagonist
✨ How different types of endings work (and how to choose the right one for your story)

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by story structure or unsure why something in your draft just isn’t working, this episode will help you move from instinct to intention—and finally see where your story needs support.

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]]> Buzzsprout-18611937 Wed, 04 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -0500 3639 full false The Art of Writing Irresistible First Lines | Episode 45 The Art of Writing Irresistible First Lines | Episode 45 Struggling to craft that perfect first sentence? You're not alone. In this episode, I'm sharing why your novel’s opening line matters more than ever in today’s distracted world, how to avoid the most common first-line pitfalls, and three powerful strategies to spark reader curiosity from the very first word. Whether you're revising or just starting out, this writing episode will help you grab attention—and keep it. 

In this episode, I break down exactly how to write killer first lines—the kind that spark instant curiosity, hook readers emotionally, and make them need to keep reading.

We’ll talk about what first lines are actually for (hint: it’s not being pretty or clever), what not to do, and the simple but powerful strategies that make an opening line irresistible.

You’ll learn:

✨ Why first lines matter more than ever—and how reader distraction changes what works
✨ The most common first-line mistakes that quietly kill curiosity (and what to do instead)
✨ What creating curiosity actually means—and how to do it without confusing your reader
✨ The three most effective types of killer opening lines, with clear examples you can apply immediately

If your current first line feels bland, safe, or like it’s just… there—and you’ve been telling yourself you’ll “fix it later”—this episode will show you how to fix it, and what to aim for instead.

By the end, you’ll understand how to turn your opening line into a true reader-hooking powerhouse—and why this one sentence sets the tone for everything that follows.

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]]> Struggling to craft that perfect first sentence? You're not alone. In this episode, I'm sharing why your novel’s opening line matters more than ever in today’s distracted world, how to avoid the most common first-line pitfalls, and three powerful strategies to spark reader curiosity from the very first word. Whether you're revising or just starting out, this writing episode will help you grab attention—and keep it. 

In this episode, I break down exactly how to write killer first lines—the kind that spark instant curiosity, hook readers emotionally, and make them need to keep reading.

We’ll talk about what first lines are actually for (hint: it’s not being pretty or clever), what not to do, and the simple but powerful strategies that make an opening line irresistible.

You’ll learn:

✨ Why first lines matter more than ever—and how reader distraction changes what works
✨ The most common first-line mistakes that quietly kill curiosity (and what to do instead)
✨ What creating curiosity actually means—and how to do it without confusing your reader
✨ The three most effective types of killer opening lines, with clear examples you can apply immediately

If your current first line feels bland, safe, or like it’s just… there—and you’ve been telling yourself you’ll “fix it later”—this episode will show you how to fix it, and what to aim for instead.

By the end, you’ll understand how to turn your opening line into a true reader-hooking powerhouse—and why this one sentence sets the tone for everything that follows.

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]]> Buzzsprout-18574985 Wed, 28 Jan 2026 06:00:00 -0500 1043 full false Writing That Sells: What New York Times Bestseller J.D. Barker Did Differently | Episode 44 Writing That Sells: What New York Times Bestseller J.D. Barker Did Differently | Episode 44 In this episode, I sit down with New York Times bestselling author J.D. Barker to talk about writing that sells—without sacrificing craft, creativity, or your sanity. J.D. shares his unconventional journey from ghostwriter and book doctor to bestselling author, along with the systems, habits, and strategic decisions that helped him build a thriving, long-term writing career.

You’ll learn:

✨ How J.D. went from writing bestsellers under other people’s names to betting everything on his own career
 ✨ Why he self-published his first novel—and how that decision helped him break into traditional publishing
 ✨ What publishing looks like now (and why books need to be nearly “five-star ready” before agents or editors ever see them)
 ✨ His daily writing routine, word-count goals, and rituals for staying productive year after year
 ✨ How and why he uses outlining now—and what he learned plotting alongside James Patterson
 ✨ His approach to backstory, pacing, and suspense (including how he knows when readers are skimming)
 ✨ How beta readers actually help him shape stronger, more engaging novels
 ✨ Why thinking differently—especially when it comes to promotion—has been key to his success
 ✨ What it really takes to build a writing career that balances creativity, business, and real life

If you’re serious about writing books that connect with readers and building a sustainable author career in today’s publishing world, this episode offers a candid, practical look at what works, what’s changed, and how you can approach your writing with both confidence and strategy.

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]]> In this episode, I sit down with New York Times bestselling author J.D. Barker to talk about writing that sells—without sacrificing craft, creativity, or your sanity. J.D. shares his unconventional journey from ghostwriter and book doctor to bestselling author, along with the systems, habits, and strategic decisions that helped him build a thriving, long-term writing career.

You’ll learn:

✨ How J.D. went from writing bestsellers under other people’s names to betting everything on his own career
 ✨ Why he self-published his first novel—and how that decision helped him break into traditional publishing
 ✨ What publishing looks like now (and why books need to be nearly “five-star ready” before agents or editors ever see them)
 ✨ His daily writing routine, word-count goals, and rituals for staying productive year after year
 ✨ How and why he uses outlining now—and what he learned plotting alongside James Patterson
 ✨ His approach to backstory, pacing, and suspense (including how he knows when readers are skimming)
 ✨ How beta readers actually help him shape stronger, more engaging novels
 ✨ Why thinking differently—especially when it comes to promotion—has been key to his success
 ✨ What it really takes to build a writing career that balances creativity, business, and real life

If you’re serious about writing books that connect with readers and building a sustainable author career in today’s publishing world, this episode offers a candid, practical look at what works, what’s changed, and how you can approach your writing with both confidence and strategy.

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]]> Heather Davis, Writing Coach, Book Coach, and Developmental Editor Buzzsprout-18536951 Wed, 21 Jan 2026 06:00:00 -0500 3407 full false Writing Backstory That Actually Works (5 Guidelines You Must Know!) | Episode 43 Writing Backstory That Actually Works (5 Guidelines You Must Know!) | Episode 43 Do you know your story needs backstory… but every time you try to include it, it just feels wrong?
 

Clunky. Awkward. Like the story suddenly stumbles instead of flowing forward.

Or maybe you’ve gone the opposite direction—cutting nearly all the backstory out because you’ve been warned about info dumping—only to realize your scenes now feel thin, confusing, or emotionally flat.

You’re not doing anything wrong.
 Backstory is one of the most misunderstood elements of writing a novel.

In this solo episode, I break down how to write backstory that actually works—backstory that deepens character, clarifies motivation, and pulls readers closer instead of pushing them away.

This episode pairs closely with Episode 41 on Interiority, and together they form a powerful foundation for writing scenes that feel emotionally alive and fully grounded.

You’ll learn:

✨ Why backstory is non-negotiable—and why the real problem isn’t having backstory, but how it’s used
✨ The five core guidelines that make backstory feel seamless instead of disruptive
✨ How framing backstory through interiority transforms it from explanation into emotional experience
✨ The difference between vague, abstract backstory and specific, concrete details readers can visualize
✨ How to place backstory inside a scene so it feels triggered, relevant, and purposeful
✨ Why “less backstory” isn’t always the answer—and how to find the right dosage
✨ How to use backstory to illuminate the present moment without stopping the story cold

If your backstory feels clunky, misplaced, or never quite right—and you’re tired of guessing what to cut or keep—this episode will give you a clear, practical framework for using backstory with confidence.

By the end, backstory won’t feel like a liability. It’ll feel like one of your strongest storytelling tools.

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]]> Do you know your story needs backstory… but every time you try to include it, it just feels wrong?
 

Clunky. Awkward. Like the story suddenly stumbles instead of flowing forward.

Or maybe you’ve gone the opposite direction—cutting nearly all the backstory out because you’ve been warned about info dumping—only to realize your scenes now feel thin, confusing, or emotionally flat.

You’re not doing anything wrong.
 Backstory is one of the most misunderstood elements of writing a novel.

In this solo episode, I break down how to write backstory that actually works—backstory that deepens character, clarifies motivation, and pulls readers closer instead of pushing them away.

This episode pairs closely with Episode 41 on Interiority, and together they form a powerful foundation for writing scenes that feel emotionally alive and fully grounded.

You’ll learn:

✨ Why backstory is non-negotiable—and why the real problem isn’t having backstory, but how it’s used
✨ The five core guidelines that make backstory feel seamless instead of disruptive
✨ How framing backstory through interiority transforms it from explanation into emotional experience
✨ The difference between vague, abstract backstory and specific, concrete details readers can visualize
✨ How to place backstory inside a scene so it feels triggered, relevant, and purposeful
✨ Why “less backstory” isn’t always the answer—and how to find the right dosage
✨ How to use backstory to illuminate the present moment without stopping the story cold

If your backstory feels clunky, misplaced, or never quite right—and you’re tired of guessing what to cut or keep—this episode will give you a clear, practical framework for using backstory with confidence.

By the end, backstory won’t feel like a liability. It’ll feel like one of your strongest storytelling tools.

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]]> Buzzsprout-18493832 Wed, 14 Jan 2026 06:00:00 -0500 1303 full false Writing Fantasy, Building Worlds, and Navigating the Publishing World with Leslye Penelope | Episode 42 Writing Fantasy, Building Worlds, and Navigating the Publishing World with Leslye Penelope | Episode 42 Is your novel idea exciting… but the path from first spark to finished book feels confusing, overwhelming, or totally opaque? Do you daydream about epic worlds, lush magic systems, and big emotions… but worry you’ll never quite figure out how to actually build the story (or the career) you want?

You’re not alone. I’ve worked with so many talented writers whose imaginations are on fire, but who feel stuck between drafting, revising, worldbuilding, and navigating the publishing landscape. The creativity is there. The ambition is there. But the process still feels murky and out of reach.

The missing ingredient is almost always the same: a clear, sustainable way to develop both your novel and your author career, from someone who’s walked the hybrid path.

In this interview, I sit down with award-winning fantasy author Leslye Penelope to talk about how she develops a novel from idea to finished book, how she balances traditional and self-publishing, and how she builds powerful worlds, magic systems, and character arcs without losing creative control.

You’ll learn:

✨ How Leslye went from self-publishing A Song of Blood and Stone to landing a St. Martin’s Press deal (and a spot on Time’s list of the 100 Best Fantasy Novels of All Time)
✨ Why she chose to self-publish first as a Black epic fantasy romance author—and how she protected her vision and her rights
✨ The levels of professional editing she invested in as an indie author
✨ How she structures her writing life as a hybrid author, including her co-writing sessions, fast-drafting process, and multi-draft revision approach
✨ The plotting frameworks she leans on
✨ How she approaches character work using wounds, misbeliefs, Enneagram types, and theme so her protagonists actually arc on the page
✨ Her philosophy of worldbuilding
✨ How she designs magic systems with real limits and costs, drawing on research and lived traditions so the magic feels fresh.

If you’re dreaming of a long-term speculative fiction career but feel overwhelmed by the craft, the worldbuilding, and the business side, this episode will give you a grounded, practical roadmap for developing your next novel (and protecting your creative freedom) from first spark to final draft.

Join my email list for FREE and paid writerly goodies! https://resources.manyworldswriting.com/U2F1zO

Grab Leslye's FREE worldbuilding checklist right here!

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]]> Is your novel idea exciting… but the path from first spark to finished book feels confusing, overwhelming, or totally opaque? Do you daydream about epic worlds, lush magic systems, and big emotions… but worry you’ll never quite figure out how to actually build the story (or the career) you want?

You’re not alone. I’ve worked with so many talented writers whose imaginations are on fire, but who feel stuck between drafting, revising, worldbuilding, and navigating the publishing landscape. The creativity is there. The ambition is there. But the process still feels murky and out of reach.

The missing ingredient is almost always the same: a clear, sustainable way to develop both your novel and your author career, from someone who’s walked the hybrid path.

In this interview, I sit down with award-winning fantasy author Leslye Penelope to talk about how she develops a novel from idea to finished book, how she balances traditional and self-publishing, and how she builds powerful worlds, magic systems, and character arcs without losing creative control.

You’ll learn:

✨ How Leslye went from self-publishing A Song of Blood and Stone to landing a St. Martin’s Press deal (and a spot on Time’s list of the 100 Best Fantasy Novels of All Time)
✨ Why she chose to self-publish first as a Black epic fantasy romance author—and how she protected her vision and her rights
✨ The levels of professional editing she invested in as an indie author
✨ How she structures her writing life as a hybrid author, including her co-writing sessions, fast-drafting process, and multi-draft revision approach
✨ The plotting frameworks she leans on
✨ How she approaches character work using wounds, misbeliefs, Enneagram types, and theme so her protagonists actually arc on the page
✨ Her philosophy of worldbuilding
✨ How she designs magic systems with real limits and costs, drawing on research and lived traditions so the magic feels fresh.

If you’re dreaming of a long-term speculative fiction career but feel overwhelmed by the craft, the worldbuilding, and the business side, this episode will give you a grounded, practical roadmap for developing your next novel (and protecting your creative freedom) from first spark to final draft.

Join my email list for FREE and paid writerly goodies! https://resources.manyworldswriting.com/U2F1zO

Grab Leslye's FREE worldbuilding checklist right here!

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]]> Buzzsprout-18327423 Wed, 10 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0500 2940 full false Make Your Writing Unputdownable Through Interiority | Episode 41 Make Your Writing Unputdownable Through Interiority | Episode 41 Is your writing polished but still not hitting with the emotional punch you want? Do your scenes look great on the surface… but readers don’t lean in, don’t feel connected, and don’t feel compelled to turn the page?

You’re not alone. I’ve read thousands of opening pages from talented writers who have gorgeous prose, solid craft, and thoughtful worldbuilding. But something still feels a little flat. Competent, but not electric. Beautiful, but not alive.

The missing ingredient is almost always the same: interiority.

In this solo episode, I break down what interiority actually is, why it is the most important element of your novel, and how to use it to create characters readers feel bonded to from page one.

You’ll learn:

✨ What interiority really is and why it is more essential than plot or character arc
 ✨ Why readers need both your protagonist’s emotions and their interpretation of events
✨ The difference between dry narration and interiority-rich writing (with examples from Suzanne Collins and Rebecca Yarros)
✨ The first major Pillar of Interiority: Intellectual and Emotional Processing
✨ How to use therapist-style questions to deepen your protagonist’s internal world
✨ A simple technique to place interiority on the page so it feels seamless, natural, and woven directly into the story
✨ How external action and internal processing work together to hook readers and agents from the very first page

If your scenes feel distant, flat, or like something important is missing, this episode will teach you how to bring your protagonist’s mind onto the page in a way that feels organic, alive, and completely unputdownable.

Join my email list for FREE and paid writerly goodies! https://resources.manyworldswriting.com/U2F1zO

Grab the free Interiority Workbook (examples, graphics, and guiding questions) in the show notes.

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]]> Is your writing polished but still not hitting with the emotional punch you want? Do your scenes look great on the surface… but readers don’t lean in, don’t feel connected, and don’t feel compelled to turn the page?

You’re not alone. I’ve read thousands of opening pages from talented writers who have gorgeous prose, solid craft, and thoughtful worldbuilding. But something still feels a little flat. Competent, but not electric. Beautiful, but not alive.

The missing ingredient is almost always the same: interiority.

In this solo episode, I break down what interiority actually is, why it is the most important element of your novel, and how to use it to create characters readers feel bonded to from page one.

You’ll learn:

✨ What interiority really is and why it is more essential than plot or character arc
 ✨ Why readers need both your protagonist’s emotions and their interpretation of events
✨ The difference between dry narration and interiority-rich writing (with examples from Suzanne Collins and Rebecca Yarros)
✨ The first major Pillar of Interiority: Intellectual and Emotional Processing
✨ How to use therapist-style questions to deepen your protagonist’s internal world
✨ A simple technique to place interiority on the page so it feels seamless, natural, and woven directly into the story
✨ How external action and internal processing work together to hook readers and agents from the very first page

If your scenes feel distant, flat, or like something important is missing, this episode will teach you how to bring your protagonist’s mind onto the page in a way that feels organic, alive, and completely unputdownable.

Join my email list for FREE and paid writerly goodies! https://resources.manyworldswriting.com/U2F1zO

Grab the free Interiority Workbook (examples, graphics, and guiding questions) in the show notes.

Ask Me Anything Thursdays👋 Send me your writing question! I'll answer it in an upcoming episode. Include your name if you want a shout out! 🤗

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]]> Buzzsprout-18289473 Wed, 03 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0500 978 full false Writing as a Business: Self-Publishing Like a Pro (with Alexa Bigwarfe) | Episode 40 Writing as a Business: Self-Publishing Like a Pro (with Alexa Bigwarfe) | Episode 40 Self-publishing can feel overwhelming, confusing, and expensive… but it doesn’t have to stay that way.

In this episode, I sit down with publisher, book coach, and summit host Alexa Bigwarfe (founder and CEO of Write|Publish|Sell and the Women in Publishing Summit) to break down your publishing options and demystify what it really takes to self-publish like a pro. You’ll learn how to choose the right path for your book, where to invest your money, and how to start thinking like an author–entrepreneur instead of “just” a writer with a dream.

We’ll talk about:
 ✨ The real differences between traditional, hybrid, and self-publishing (and who each path serves best)
 ✨ Why self-publishing is not the “free” option and the core investments you need to plan for
✨ The non-negotiables for a professional book: editing, cover design, formatting, and more
✨ How knowing your genre (and your reader) shapes everything from your story beats to your marketing
✨ What “author platform” actually means and why your email list matters more than any social feed
✨ Simple ways to start building an audience before your book is finished, even if you feel “brand new”
✨ How to approach self-publishing like a long game, including realistic timelines and expectations
✨ When a pen name or hybrid press might make sense for your goals and how to avoid predatory vanity presses

By the end, you’ll have a clearer picture of your publishing options and a practical roadmap for treating your book like the powerful, long-term asset it can be, instead of a one-and-done passion project.

Grab Alexa’s free Publishing Pathways & Distribution Guide HERE.

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]]> Self-publishing can feel overwhelming, confusing, and expensive… but it doesn’t have to stay that way.

In this episode, I sit down with publisher, book coach, and summit host Alexa Bigwarfe (founder and CEO of Write|Publish|Sell and the Women in Publishing Summit) to break down your publishing options and demystify what it really takes to self-publish like a pro. You’ll learn how to choose the right path for your book, where to invest your money, and how to start thinking like an author–entrepreneur instead of “just” a writer with a dream.

We’ll talk about:
 ✨ The real differences between traditional, hybrid, and self-publishing (and who each path serves best)
 ✨ Why self-publishing is not the “free” option and the core investments you need to plan for
✨ The non-negotiables for a professional book: editing, cover design, formatting, and more
✨ How knowing your genre (and your reader) shapes everything from your story beats to your marketing
✨ What “author platform” actually means and why your email list matters more than any social feed
✨ Simple ways to start building an audience before your book is finished, even if you feel “brand new”
✨ How to approach self-publishing like a long game, including realistic timelines and expectations
✨ When a pen name or hybrid press might make sense for your goals and how to avoid predatory vanity presses

By the end, you’ll have a clearer picture of your publishing options and a practical roadmap for treating your book like the powerful, long-term asset it can be, instead of a one-and-done passion project.

Grab Alexa’s free Publishing Pathways & Distribution Guide HERE.

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]]> Buzzsprout-18214327 Wed, 19 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0500 3941 full false Brain-Friendly Writing Strategies for Writers with ADHD (with Nicole Bross) | Episode 39 Brain-Friendly Writing Strategies for Writers with ADHD (with Nicole Bross) | Episode 39 Writing with ADHD can feel like chaos — but it doesn’t have to.

In this episode, I sit down with book coach and author Nicole Bross to explore brain-friendly strategies that help neurodiverse writers focus, follow through, and finally finish their drafts. You’ll learn how to design a writing process that fits your brain instead of fighting against it.

We’ll talk about:
 ✨ Why persistence matters more than consistency for ADHD writers
 ✨ How to outline without killing your creativity
✨ Simple ways to handle distractions and idea overwhelm
✨ What to do when perfectionism or fear of failure creeps in
✨ How to embrace messy first drafts and make revision the fun part
✨ Nicole’s free writing habit tracker that turns progress into motivation

By the end, you’ll have a gentler, more sustainable way to write — one that honors how your brain actually works and helps you bring your stories to life with less struggle and more joy.

Join my email list for FREE and paid writerly goodies! https://resources.manyworldswriting.com/U2F1zO

Grab Nicole’s Writing Habit Tracker — a spreadsheet that tracks your daily word count, changes color when you hit your target, and turns habit-building into a visual game.

Pick up a copy of Nicole's bestselling book A Novel Approach: Strategies for ADHD Writers HERE. 

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]]> Writing with ADHD can feel like chaos — but it doesn’t have to.

In this episode, I sit down with book coach and author Nicole Bross to explore brain-friendly strategies that help neurodiverse writers focus, follow through, and finally finish their drafts. You’ll learn how to design a writing process that fits your brain instead of fighting against it.

We’ll talk about:
 ✨ Why persistence matters more than consistency for ADHD writers
 ✨ How to outline without killing your creativity
✨ Simple ways to handle distractions and idea overwhelm
✨ What to do when perfectionism or fear of failure creeps in
✨ How to embrace messy first drafts and make revision the fun part
✨ Nicole’s free writing habit tracker that turns progress into motivation

By the end, you’ll have a gentler, more sustainable way to write — one that honors how your brain actually works and helps you bring your stories to life with less struggle and more joy.

Join my email list for FREE and paid writerly goodies! https://resources.manyworldswriting.com/U2F1zO

Grab Nicole’s Writing Habit Tracker — a spreadsheet that tracks your daily word count, changes color when you hit your target, and turns habit-building into a visual game.

Pick up a copy of Nicole's bestselling book A Novel Approach: Strategies for ADHD Writers HERE. 

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]]> Buzzsprout-18043614 Wed, 22 Oct 2025 06:00:00 -0400 3084 full false 4 Types of Writing Feedback Every Author Must Understand | Episode 38 4 Types of Writing Feedback Every Author Must Understand | Episode 38 Feedback can transform your writing — or completely derail your confidence — depending on how you understand it.

In this episode, Heather breaks down the four types of writing feedback every author needs to know (and only one that truly helps you improve). You’ll learn how to tell the difference between feedback that leaves you spinning your wheels and feedback that actually moves your story — and your skills — forward.

We’ll talk about:
✨ Why “positive” and “negative” feedback aren’t helpful labels
✨ The difference between praise, growth, general, and specific feedback
✨ The single quadrant of feedback that will supercharge your development as a writer
✨ How to stop fearing critique and start using it to become a stronger storyteller

By the end, you’ll know exactly what kind of feedback to ask for (and give!) so you can connect more deeply with your story — and your readers.

💌 Want a visual of the four feedback types? Grab the feedback graphic HERE!

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]]> Feedback can transform your writing — or completely derail your confidence — depending on how you understand it.

In this episode, Heather breaks down the four types of writing feedback every author needs to know (and only one that truly helps you improve). You’ll learn how to tell the difference between feedback that leaves you spinning your wheels and feedback that actually moves your story — and your skills — forward.

We’ll talk about:
✨ Why “positive” and “negative” feedback aren’t helpful labels
✨ The difference between praise, growth, general, and specific feedback
✨ The single quadrant of feedback that will supercharge your development as a writer
✨ How to stop fearing critique and start using it to become a stronger storyteller

By the end, you’ll know exactly what kind of feedback to ask for (and give!) so you can connect more deeply with your story — and your readers.

💌 Want a visual of the four feedback types? Grab the feedback graphic HERE!

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]]> Heather Davis, Writing Coach, Book Coach, and Developmental Editor Buzzsprout-17972919 Wed, 08 Oct 2025 06:00:00 -0400 865 full false The 4 Non-Negotiable Writing Foundations Every Novel Needs | Episode 37 The 4 Non-Negotiable Writing Foundations Every Novel Needs | Episode 37 Is your story built on a rock-solid foundation—or is it wobbling under the weight of weak structure, thin characters, or unclear purpose? In this episode of Speculative Fiction Made Simple, I break down the four essential elements every novel must have to truly resonate with readers, hook agents, and stand out in today’s crowded market.

💡 Spoiler: These are totally learnable skills you can start applying right now.

You will learn:

  • Why clarifying your novel’s point is the single most important step in your storytelling process
  • How to design a protagonist with depth, conflict, and a powerful character arc
  • What kind of worldbuilding actually matters (and what you can safely skip)
  • How to structure your plot so every beat drives transformation and delivers on your story’s promise

If your novel feels shaky or stuck, this episode will give you the blueprint to shore it up and move forward with confidence.

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]]> Is your story built on a rock-solid foundation—or is it wobbling under the weight of weak structure, thin characters, or unclear purpose? In this episode of Speculative Fiction Made Simple, I break down the four essential elements every novel must have to truly resonate with readers, hook agents, and stand out in today’s crowded market.

💡 Spoiler: These are totally learnable skills you can start applying right now.

You will learn:

  • Why clarifying your novel’s point is the single most important step in your storytelling process
  • How to design a protagonist with depth, conflict, and a powerful character arc
  • What kind of worldbuilding actually matters (and what you can safely skip)
  • How to structure your plot so every beat drives transformation and delivers on your story’s promise

If your novel feels shaky or stuck, this episode will give you the blueprint to shore it up and move forward with confidence.

Join my email list for FREE and paid writerly goodies! https://resources.manyworldswriting.com/U2F1zO

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]]> Heather Davis, Writing Coach, Book Coach, and Developmental Editor Buzzsprout-17903111 Thu, 25 Sep 2025 06:00:00 -0400 1210 full false Debunking Harmful Writing Myths With Lisa Cron | Episode 36 Debunking Harmful Writing Myths With Lisa Cron | Episode 36  👉 Click here to grab your free ticket to the WorldShift: Speculative Fiction Writers’ Summit and hear Lisa Cron’s summit presentation—plus 30+ other craft-deep sessions from top speculative fiction coaches, authors, and industry pros. 


Most of what you’ve been taught about writing is wrong. At least, that’s what bestselling author and story coach Lisa Cron (📚 Wired for Story, Story Genius, Story or Die) believes—and she’s here to prove it.

In this deep, no-fluff conversation, Lisa and I dismantle some of the most damaging writing myths that keep authors stuck—like “backstory should be used sparingly,” “don’t tell us what your character’s thinking,” and “hold back information for a big reveal.” We dig into why these “rules” are not only misguided but can actually drain the emotional power from your story.

You’ll learn:

  • Why emotion—not plot—is the true driver of story
  • How to build a novel from the inside out (and why starting with plot is a trap)
  • The truth about backstory (and why it belongs on every page)
  • How to craft characters whose internal struggles keep readers hooked
  • The one question you must answer before you write a single scene

If you’ve ever felt confused, stuck, or frustrated by conflicting writing advice, this episode will give you clarity, permission, and a fresh, brain-science-backed approach to storytelling that works.

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]]>  👉 Click here to grab your free ticket to the WorldShift: Speculative Fiction Writers’ Summit and hear Lisa Cron’s summit presentation—plus 30+ other craft-deep sessions from top speculative fiction coaches, authors, and industry pros. 


Most of what you’ve been taught about writing is wrong. At least, that’s what bestselling author and story coach Lisa Cron (📚 Wired for Story, Story Genius, Story or Die) believes—and she’s here to prove it.

In this deep, no-fluff conversation, Lisa and I dismantle some of the most damaging writing myths that keep authors stuck—like “backstory should be used sparingly,” “don’t tell us what your character’s thinking,” and “hold back information for a big reveal.” We dig into why these “rules” are not only misguided but can actually drain the emotional power from your story.

You’ll learn:

  • Why emotion—not plot—is the true driver of story
  • How to build a novel from the inside out (and why starting with plot is a trap)
  • The truth about backstory (and why it belongs on every page)
  • How to craft characters whose internal struggles keep readers hooked
  • The one question you must answer before you write a single scene

If you’ve ever felt confused, stuck, or frustrated by conflicting writing advice, this episode will give you clarity, permission, and a fresh, brain-science-backed approach to storytelling that works.

Join my email list for FREE and paid writerly goodies! https://resources.manyworldswriting.com/U2F1zO

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]]> Buzzsprout-17656420 Wed, 13 Aug 2025 06:00:00 -0400 3633 full false Writing An Identity Not Your Own With Alex Temblador | Episode 35 Writing An Identity Not Your Own With Alex Temblador | Episode 35  👉 Click here to grab your free ticket to the WorldShift: Speculative Fiction Writers’ Summit and hear Alex Temblador’s summit presentation—plus 30+ other craft-deep sessions from top speculative fiction coaches, authors, and industry pros. 

Worried you’ll get it wrong when writing a character whose identity isn’t your own—and that you’ll hurt someone, face backlash, or be told you shouldn’t even try? But at the same time, you know that leaving out marginalized identities doesn’t feel right either—especially when you’re building entire worlds from scratch?

You’re not alone. And this episode is for you.

In this powerful, honest conversation, I sit down with the brilliant Alex Temblador—award-winning author of Writing an Identity Not Your Own, Half Outlaw, and Secrets of the Casa Rosada—to talk about how speculative fiction writers can represent identities outside their own with more care, confidence, and nuance.

We get into: 

  • What most writers get wrong (even with good intentions) 
  • The difference between writing and editing identities 
  • How to spot unconscious bias and avoid coded stereotypes 
  • Why worldbuilding always reflects our world—and what to do about it 
  • Plus: her haunted house story (yes, really)

If you’ve ever wondered how to get representation right without falling into fear, tokenism, or tired tropes, this episode will change the way you write—and revise—forever.

Spoiler: You can do this. And Alex shows you how.

 
$40 off "Writing An Identity Not Your Own: For Fantasy & Sci-Fi Writers" with promo code SPECFIC

Sign up here 👉 https://www.alextemblador.com/courses

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]]>  👉 Click here to grab your free ticket to the WorldShift: Speculative Fiction Writers’ Summit and hear Alex Temblador’s summit presentation—plus 30+ other craft-deep sessions from top speculative fiction coaches, authors, and industry pros. 

Worried you’ll get it wrong when writing a character whose identity isn’t your own—and that you’ll hurt someone, face backlash, or be told you shouldn’t even try? But at the same time, you know that leaving out marginalized identities doesn’t feel right either—especially when you’re building entire worlds from scratch?

You’re not alone. And this episode is for you.

In this powerful, honest conversation, I sit down with the brilliant Alex Temblador—award-winning author of Writing an Identity Not Your Own, Half Outlaw, and Secrets of the Casa Rosada—to talk about how speculative fiction writers can represent identities outside their own with more care, confidence, and nuance.

We get into: 

  • What most writers get wrong (even with good intentions) 
  • The difference between writing and editing identities 
  • How to spot unconscious bias and avoid coded stereotypes 
  • Why worldbuilding always reflects our world—and what to do about it 
  • Plus: her haunted house story (yes, really)

If you’ve ever wondered how to get representation right without falling into fear, tokenism, or tired tropes, this episode will change the way you write—and revise—forever.

Spoiler: You can do this. And Alex shows you how.

 
$40 off "Writing An Identity Not Your Own: For Fantasy & Sci-Fi Writers" with promo code SPECFIC

Sign up here 👉 https://www.alextemblador.com/courses

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]]> Heather Davis, Writing Coach, Book Coach, and Developmental Editor Buzzsprout-17578654 Wed, 30 Jul 2025 06:00:00 -0400 4102 full false Writing with Publishing in Mind: The Traditional Publishing Pathway Explained | Episode 34 Writing with Publishing in Mind: The Traditional Publishing Pathway Explained | Episode 34 So many writers dream of getting a traditional book deal—but the process to get there can feel confusing, overwhelming, and totally out of reach.


In this episode, I’m giving you a bird’s-eye view of the entire traditional publishing journey—from that first spark of a novel idea to the moment you finally see your book on the shelf.


 We’ll talk about what really goes into landing a literary agent, what happens once you’ve signed with one, and why it’s never too early to start thinking like a published author.


What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✨ What traditional publishing actually looks like (and why it takes years—not months).
✨ The 15-step journey from novel idea to bookstore shelf.
✨ How a book coach, critique group, or developmental editor fits into the process.
✨ Why you should start thinking about querying before your novel is even finished.
✨ How to handle rejection without losing momentum—or your mind.

 Whether you're just starting your novel or you're already on your second revision, this episode will help you understand the traditional publishing path so you can walk it with confidence.


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]]> So many writers dream of getting a traditional book deal—but the process to get there can feel confusing, overwhelming, and totally out of reach.


In this episode, I’m giving you a bird’s-eye view of the entire traditional publishing journey—from that first spark of a novel idea to the moment you finally see your book on the shelf.


 We’ll talk about what really goes into landing a literary agent, what happens once you’ve signed with one, and why it’s never too early to start thinking like a published author.


What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✨ What traditional publishing actually looks like (and why it takes years—not months).
✨ The 15-step journey from novel idea to bookstore shelf.
✨ How a book coach, critique group, or developmental editor fits into the process.
✨ Why you should start thinking about querying before your novel is even finished.
✨ How to handle rejection without losing momentum—or your mind.

 Whether you're just starting your novel or you're already on your second revision, this episode will help you understand the traditional publishing path so you can walk it with confidence.


Get The Infographic:📚Are you more of a visual person? I totally get it. That's why I created this handy infographic! Join my email list and snag it for free! 

Program Clarity Chat 🎉🚀 Are you curious whether private book coaching or group book coaching might be right for you? Please click here to sign up for a FREE chat! 

Join Momentum Writing Sprints! ✍️🏃🏽‍♀️😎Come write with us for FREE every Saturday from 11 am  to 12 pm ET! 

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]]> Buzzsprout-17014960 Thu, 24 Apr 2025 06:00:00 -0400 1582 full false Fix Your Novel with the Save the Cat Blueprint (Act 3) | Writing Tips & Techniques | Episode 33 Fix Your Novel with the Save the Cat Blueprint (Act 3) | Writing Tips & Techniques | Episode 33 How do you write an ending so compelling that readers not only finish your book but immediately tell their friends, “You HAVE to read this”?

Well, that’s a big question—but one thing’s for sure: a strong story structure is essential.

In this episode, we’re tackling Act 3 of the Save the Cat story structure framework. I’ll break down how to craft a climactic, unforgettable ending—one that surprises readers, leaves them deeply satisfied, and makes them eager to grab your next book.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✨ What makes The Break Into Three the turning point that propels your protagonist into the final act.
✨ How to build a powerful, high-stakes finale that keeps readers on the edge of their seats.
✨ The five essential beats of a strong, emotionally satisfying ending.
✨ Why the Final Image is the key to making your story feel complete—and how to craft one that lingers in readers’ minds.

If you want to write an ending that sticks with your readers long after they turn the last page, this episode is for you.

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]]> How do you write an ending so compelling that readers not only finish your book but immediately tell their friends, “You HAVE to read this”?

Well, that’s a big question—but one thing’s for sure: a strong story structure is essential.

In this episode, we’re tackling Act 3 of the Save the Cat story structure framework. I’ll break down how to craft a climactic, unforgettable ending—one that surprises readers, leaves them deeply satisfied, and makes them eager to grab your next book.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✨ What makes The Break Into Three the turning point that propels your protagonist into the final act.
✨ How to build a powerful, high-stakes finale that keeps readers on the edge of their seats.
✨ The five essential beats of a strong, emotionally satisfying ending.
✨ Why the Final Image is the key to making your story feel complete—and how to craft one that lingers in readers’ minds.

If you want to write an ending that sticks with your readers long after they turn the last page, this episode is for you.

Join my email list for FREE and paid writerly goodies! https://resources.manyworldswriting.com/U2F1zO

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]]> Heather Davis, Writing Coach, Book Coach, and Developmental Editor Buzzsprout-16691654 Wed, 26 Feb 2025 06:00:00 -0500 974 full false Ask Me Anything Thursdays: Why are agents rejecting my novel? | Writing Techniques & Tips | Episode 32 Ask Me Anything Thursdays: Why are agents rejecting my novel? | Writing Techniques & Tips | Episode 32 Are you sending out queries but only getting form rejections—or worse, no responses at all? Maybe you're receiving personalized rejections that praise your concept but still pass on your book? If you’re struggling to understand why agents aren’t biting, this episode is for you.

In today’s Ask Me Anything Thursday, I’ll break down the biggest reasons novels get rejected—and what you can do to fix them. Whether it’s your query letter, voice, stakes, or character depth, I’ll walk you through practical solutions to help your manuscript stand out.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

  • The two main types of rejection and what they reveal about your query and pages
  • Why agents pass on a strong premise and how to make your writing irresistible
  • The most common query letter mistakes—and how to fix them
  • How to clarify your stakes so agents (and readers) can’t look away
  • Why interiority and emotional depth are non-negotiable in today’s market
  • And so much more!

Whether you're drafting or deep in the querying trenches, this episode will give you practical strategies to strengthen your manuscript and improve your chances of landing an agent. 

Program Clarity Chat 😎🎉📚🚀 Are you curious whether private book coaching or group book coaching might be right for you? Please click here to sign up for a FREE chat! 


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]]> Are you sending out queries but only getting form rejections—or worse, no responses at all? Maybe you're receiving personalized rejections that praise your concept but still pass on your book? If you’re struggling to understand why agents aren’t biting, this episode is for you.

In today’s Ask Me Anything Thursday, I’ll break down the biggest reasons novels get rejected—and what you can do to fix them. Whether it’s your query letter, voice, stakes, or character depth, I’ll walk you through practical solutions to help your manuscript stand out.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

  • The two main types of rejection and what they reveal about your query and pages
  • Why agents pass on a strong premise and how to make your writing irresistible
  • The most common query letter mistakes—and how to fix them
  • How to clarify your stakes so agents (and readers) can’t look away
  • Why interiority and emotional depth are non-negotiable in today’s market
  • And so much more!

Whether you're drafting or deep in the querying trenches, this episode will give you practical strategies to strengthen your manuscript and improve your chances of landing an agent. 

Program Clarity Chat 😎🎉📚🚀 Are you curious whether private book coaching or group book coaching might be right for you? Please click here to sign up for a FREE chat! 


Join Momentum Writing Sprints! ✍️🏃🏽‍♀️😎Come write with us for FREE every Saturday from 11 am  to 12 pm ET! 

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]]> Heather Davis, Writing Coach, Book Coach, and Developmental Editor Buzzsprout-16664321 Thu, 20 Feb 2025 14:00:00 -0500 827 full false Fix Your Novel with the Save the Cat Blueprint (Act 2) | Writing Tips & Techniques | Episode 31 Fix Your Novel with the Save the Cat Blueprint (Act 2) | Writing Tips & Techniques | Episode 31 Does your novel feel have a saggy middle? Does it just meander around without a lot of momentum? In this episode, I’ll walk you through Act 2 of the Save the Cat story structure—a simple, effective tool to shape your novel into a story readers can’t put down. Learn how this flexible plotting method can keep your story on track while leaving plenty of room for creativity and unexpected inspiration.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

  • How to keep the middle of your novel from dragging—and why this is where many stories lose momentum
  • Why the Midpoint is a game-changer and how it shifts your story into high gear
  • How internal and external obstacles work together to create tension and growth
  • And so much more!

Whether you’re drafting or revising, this episode will give you practical tips to apply the Save the Cat framework to your own manuscript.

Get the Workbook:📚 Click here to sign up to get the Save the Cat Act 2 Workbook

Join My Email List 📧 Click HERE to join my email list and snag free writing goodies, including expert workshops and more!  

SNAP Critique ✍️ Ready to get your first scene (5 pages or fewer) critiqued for FREE? Fill out the SNAP Critique Form right here!

Program Clarity Chat 💻 Are you curious whether private book coaching or group book coaching might be right for you? Please click here to sign up for a FREE chat! 

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]]> Does your novel feel have a saggy middle? Does it just meander around without a lot of momentum? In this episode, I’ll walk you through Act 2 of the Save the Cat story structure—a simple, effective tool to shape your novel into a story readers can’t put down. Learn how this flexible plotting method can keep your story on track while leaving plenty of room for creativity and unexpected inspiration.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

  • How to keep the middle of your novel from dragging—and why this is where many stories lose momentum
  • Why the Midpoint is a game-changer and how it shifts your story into high gear
  • How internal and external obstacles work together to create tension and growth
  • And so much more!

Whether you’re drafting or revising, this episode will give you practical tips to apply the Save the Cat framework to your own manuscript.

Get the Workbook:📚 Click here to sign up to get the Save the Cat Act 2 Workbook

Join My Email List 📧 Click HERE to join my email list and snag free writing goodies, including expert workshops and more!  

SNAP Critique ✍️ Ready to get your first scene (5 pages or fewer) critiqued for FREE? Fill out the SNAP Critique Form right here!

Program Clarity Chat 💻 Are you curious whether private book coaching or group book coaching might be right for you? Please click here to sign up for a FREE chat! 

Join Momentum Writing Sprints! ✍️🏃🏽‍♀️😎Come write with us for FREE every Saturday from 11 am  to 12 pm ET! 

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]]> Heather Davis, Writing Coach, Book Coach, and Developmental Editor Buzzsprout-16611681 Thu, 13 Feb 2025 06:00:00 -0500 2319 full false Ask Me Anything Thursdays: Can I write a dual Point of View novel using a mixed POV structure? | Writing Techniques & Tips | Episode 30 Ask Me Anything Thursdays: Can I write a dual Point of View novel using a mixed POV structure? | Writing Techniques & Tips | Episode 30 Ask Me Anything Thursdays: Can I Mix POV Styles in a Dual POV Novel?

Have you ever wondered if you can write a dual POV novel where one protagonist is in first person and the other is in third? In this episode, I answer this question from fantasy writer Becca and break down when and how this technique can work beautifully in speculative fiction.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

  • Why mixing POVs can be a powerful storytelling tool.
  • How to decide which protagonist should be in first person.
  • The key to making each POV distinct and immersive.
  • Examples of speculative fiction novels that have successfully used mixed POVs.
  • Tune in for practical tips, examples, and guidance to help you decide if a mixed POV structure is right for your novel!


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]]> Ask Me Anything Thursdays: Can I Mix POV Styles in a Dual POV Novel?

Have you ever wondered if you can write a dual POV novel where one protagonist is in first person and the other is in third? In this episode, I answer this question from fantasy writer Becca and break down when and how this technique can work beautifully in speculative fiction.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

  • Why mixing POVs can be a powerful storytelling tool.
  • How to decide which protagonist should be in first person.
  • The key to making each POV distinct and immersive.
  • Examples of speculative fiction novels that have successfully used mixed POVs.
  • Tune in for practical tips, examples, and guidance to help you decide if a mixed POV structure is right for your novel!


Join My Email List 📧 Click HERE to join my email list and snag free writing goodies, including expert workshops and more!  

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]]> Heather Davis, Writing Coach, Book Coach, and Developmental Editor Buzzsprout-16536274 Fri, 31 Jan 2025 06:00:00 -0500 665 full false Fix Your Novel with the Save the Cat Blueprint (Act 1) | Writing Tips & Techniques | Episode 29 Fix Your Novel with the Save the Cat Blueprint (Act 1) | Writing Tips & Techniques | Episode 29 Does your novel feel like it’s wandering aimlessly, struggling to find direction? In this episode, I’ll walk you through the first five beats of the Save the Cat story structure—a simple, effective tool to shape your novel into a story readers can’t put down. Learn how this flexible plotting method can keep your story on track while leaving plenty of room for creativity and unexpected inspiration.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

  • Why Save the Cat is the perfect balance of structure and creativity
  • How to craft a compelling first scene
  • How to subtly introduce your story’s core message in the theme stated beat
  • Why the setup is crucial and why skipping it can hurt your story
  • And so much more

Whether you’re drafting or revising, this episode will give you practical tips to apply the Save the Cat framework to your own manuscript.

Get the Workbook:📚 Click here to sign up to get the Save the Cat Act 1 Workbook

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]]> Does your novel feel like it’s wandering aimlessly, struggling to find direction? In this episode, I’ll walk you through the first five beats of the Save the Cat story structure—a simple, effective tool to shape your novel into a story readers can’t put down. Learn how this flexible plotting method can keep your story on track while leaving plenty of room for creativity and unexpected inspiration.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

  • Why Save the Cat is the perfect balance of structure and creativity
  • How to craft a compelling first scene
  • How to subtly introduce your story’s core message in the theme stated beat
  • Why the setup is crucial and why skipping it can hurt your story
  • And so much more

Whether you’re drafting or revising, this episode will give you practical tips to apply the Save the Cat framework to your own manuscript.

Get the Workbook:📚 Click here to sign up to get the Save the Cat Act 1 Workbook

Join My Email List 📧 Click HERE to join my email list and snag free writing goodies, including expert workshops and more!  

SNAP Critique ✍️ Ready to get your first scene (5 pages or fewer) critiqued for FREE? Fill out the SNAP Critique Form right here!

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]]> Heather Davis, Writing Coach, Book Coach, and Developmental Editor Buzzsprout-16486176 Thu, 23 Jan 2025 06:00:00 -0500 1374 full false Ask Me Anything Thursdays: How Do I Make Readers Love My Protagonist? | Writing Techniques & Tips | Episode 28 Ask Me Anything Thursdays: How Do I Make Readers Love My Protagonist? | Writing Techniques & Tips | Episode 28 Ask Me Anything Thursdays answering the podcasting question "How do I make sure my protagonist is lovable?"

Are you struggling to create a protagonist readers truly care about? In this episode, I share four actionable strategies to help you craft a dynamic, relatable protagonist readers won’t forget.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

  • Why connecting readers to your protagonist matters.
  • How to make your characters feel authentic and compelling.
  • Ways to add depth and resonance to your storytelling.
  • Tips for getting helpful feedback to strengthen your work.


Join My Email List 📧 Click HERE to join my email list and snag free writing goodies, including expert workshops and more!  

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]]> Ask Me Anything Thursdays answering the podcasting question "How do I make sure my protagonist is lovable?"

Are you struggling to create a protagonist readers truly care about? In this episode, I share four actionable strategies to help you craft a dynamic, relatable protagonist readers won’t forget.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

  • Why connecting readers to your protagonist matters.
  • How to make your characters feel authentic and compelling.
  • Ways to add depth and resonance to your storytelling.
  • Tips for getting helpful feedback to strengthen your work.


Join My Email List 📧 Click HERE to join my email list and snag free writing goodies, including expert workshops and more!  

SNAP Critique ✍️ Ready to get your first scene (5 pages or fewer) critiqued for FREE? Fill out the SNAP Critique Form right here!

Program Clarity Chat 💻 Are you curious whether private book coaching or group book coaching might be right for you? Please click here to sign up for a FREE chat! 

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]]> Heather Davis, Writing Coach, Book Coach, and Developmental Editor Buzzsprout-16393512 Thu, 16 Jan 2025 06:00:00 -0500 833 full false 3 Simple Ways to Supercharge Your Writing in 2025 | Episode 27 3 Simple Ways to Supercharge Your Writing in 2025 | Episode 27 Are you looking to level up your writing in 2025? In this episode, I dive into three incredibly valuable ways you can improve your writing, get answers to your important writing questions, and get valuable feedback on your work for FREE. Tune in to learn how to navigate your writing challenges and set yourself up for success in 2025!

This episode was produced by me, The Speculative Fiction Book Coach! Contact me at heather@manyworldswriting.com 

Join My Email List 📧 Click HERE to join my email list and snag free writing goodies, including expert workshops and more!  

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]]> Are you looking to level up your writing in 2025? In this episode, I dive into three incredibly valuable ways you can improve your writing, get answers to your important writing questions, and get valuable feedback on your work for FREE. Tune in to learn how to navigate your writing challenges and set yourself up for success in 2025!

This episode was produced by me, The Speculative Fiction Book Coach! Contact me at heather@manyworldswriting.com 

Join My Email List 📧 Click HERE to join my email list and snag free writing goodies, including expert workshops and more!  

SNAP Critique ✍️ Ready to get your first scene (5 pages or fewer) critiqued for FREE? Fill out the SNAP Critique Form right here!

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]]> Heather Davis, Writing Coach, Book Coach, and Developmental Editor Buzzsprout-16385937 Thu, 09 Jan 2025 06:00:00 -0500 598 full false 6 Key Steps to Finding Perfect-Fit Comp Titles for Your Novel (While You’re Still Writing) | Episode 26 6 Key Steps to Finding Perfect-Fit Comp Titles for Your Novel (While You’re Still Writing) | Episode 26 Click HERE to find Comp Titles Crash Course!

$97 for limited time!

Comp titles--they might be one of the most dreaded topics in the writing world. After all, most of us are writing novels that feel unique, so trying to find a novel “like” ours is a nearly impossible feat. In fact… It's a frustrating, overwhelming task that makes us feel more than a little salty. 


But, the truth is, comp titles are a necessary evil. And if you give yourself the time, space, and tools to do the work properly, they can actually be fun to find.


In today's episode you'll learn: 

  • The 6 key steps to finding perfect-fit comp titles for your novel
  • When to start looking for comp titles
  • Why you’re making finding comp titles hard than it needs to be
  • Where to look for comp titles 
  • What books to avoid when looking for comp titles
  • And so much more

Join Momentum Writing Sprints! ✍️🏃🏽‍♀️😎Come write with us for FREE every Saturday from 11 am  to 12 pm ET! 

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]]> Click HERE to find Comp Titles Crash Course!

$97 for limited time!

Comp titles--they might be one of the most dreaded topics in the writing world. After all, most of us are writing novels that feel unique, so trying to find a novel “like” ours is a nearly impossible feat. In fact… It's a frustrating, overwhelming task that makes us feel more than a little salty. 


But, the truth is, comp titles are a necessary evil. And if you give yourself the time, space, and tools to do the work properly, they can actually be fun to find.


In today's episode you'll learn: 

  • The 6 key steps to finding perfect-fit comp titles for your novel
  • When to start looking for comp titles
  • Why you’re making finding comp titles hard than it needs to be
  • Where to look for comp titles 
  • What books to avoid when looking for comp titles
  • And so much more

Join Momentum Writing Sprints! ✍️🏃🏽‍♀️😎Come write with us for FREE every Saturday from 11 am  to 12 pm ET! 

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]]> Heather Davis, Writing Coach, Book Coach, and Developmental Editor Buzzsprout-15618982 Thu, 22 Aug 2024 06:00:00 -0400 952 full false 5 Essential Questions You MUST Answer When Writing Your Opening Scene | Episode 25 5 Essential Questions You MUST Answer When Writing Your Opening Scene | Episode 25 The opening scene of your novel is arguably the most crucial part of your book. If it doesn’t capture readers' curiosity and imagination, they won’t keep reading. No wonder the opening scene is notoriously hard to write!

But don’t worry—I’m here to help simplify and clarify the progress!

In this episode, you’ll discover:

  • 5 Essential Questions you MUST answer when writing your opening scene
  • Whether backstory and context are essential or just a recipe for info dumping
  • Why character flaws and problems are key to an engaging opening scene
  • And so much more...


Sign up for my FREE Mini Course: 
✨4 Secrets To Crafting a Powerful Character Arc for Your Protagonist✨


👉resources.manyworldswriting.com/5XyYsI

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]]> The opening scene of your novel is arguably the most crucial part of your book. If it doesn’t capture readers' curiosity and imagination, they won’t keep reading. No wonder the opening scene is notoriously hard to write!

But don’t worry—I’m here to help simplify and clarify the progress!

In this episode, you’ll discover:

  • 5 Essential Questions you MUST answer when writing your opening scene
  • Whether backstory and context are essential or just a recipe for info dumping
  • Why character flaws and problems are key to an engaging opening scene
  • And so much more...


Sign up for my FREE Mini Course: 
✨4 Secrets To Crafting a Powerful Character Arc for Your Protagonist✨


👉resources.manyworldswriting.com/5XyYsI

Join Momentum Writing Sprints! ✍️🏃🏽‍♀️😎Come write with us for FREE every Saturday from 11 am  to 12 pm ET! 

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]]> Heather Davis, Writing Coach, Book Coach, and Developmental Editor Buzzsprout-15548665 Thu, 08 Aug 2024 06:00:00 -0400 700 full false 9 Tricks to Overcome Writer's Block and Keep Your Writing on Track | Episode 24 9 Tricks to Overcome Writer's Block and Keep Your Writing on Track | Episode 24 Writer's block is one of the most challenging hurdles an author can encounter. It has the power to derail brilliant stories and thwart dreams of becoming a published author. But fear not—there are effective strategies to combat this creativity killer and keep your writing journey on course.


In this episode, we'll delve into practical, actionable steps to limit and conquer writer’s block. Whether you're struggling to get started, stuck in the middle of a project, or facing a blank page, I've got you covered.


 In this episode you’ll learn:

  • The 9 powerful tricks that can help you overcome writer’s block and maintain your creative flow
  • The most foundational layer of your novel that might be missing, and how addressing it can reignite your inspiration
  • The common issues that cause writer’s block and how to tackle them head-on
  • And so much more…


Finding the Point of your novel: 

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Click HERE for the FREE Episode 1 workbook 



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]]> Writer's block is one of the most challenging hurdles an author can encounter. It has the power to derail brilliant stories and thwart dreams of becoming a published author. But fear not—there are effective strategies to combat this creativity killer and keep your writing journey on course.


In this episode, we'll delve into practical, actionable steps to limit and conquer writer’s block. Whether you're struggling to get started, stuck in the middle of a project, or facing a blank page, I've got you covered.


 In this episode you’ll learn:

  • The 9 powerful tricks that can help you overcome writer’s block and maintain your creative flow
  • The most foundational layer of your novel that might be missing, and how addressing it can reignite your inspiration
  • The common issues that cause writer’s block and how to tackle them head-on
  • And so much more…


Finding the Point of your novel: 

Click HERE for Episode 1

Click HERE for the FREE Episode 1 workbook 



Ask Me Anything Thursdays👋 Send me your writing question! I'll answer it in an upcoming episode. Include your name if you want a shout out! 🤗

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]]> Heather Davis, Writing Coach, Book Coach, and Developmental Editor Buzzsprout-15514627 Thu, 01 Aug 2024 11:00:00 -0400 1092 full false 4 Steps to Writing a Flawed Protagonist Who Readers Love | Episode 23 4 Steps to Writing a Flawed Protagonist Who Readers Love | Episode 23  Most writers understand that creating a character with no flaws is a huge turnoff to readers because it’s hard to feel connected to someone who is perfect and does everything right.
 
But how do you give your protagonist flaws that feel real and authentic instead of superficially layered on? 

Worry no more! In this episode, we'll dive deep into exactly how to uncover and develop your protagonist's flaws so readers will be hooked.

In this episode you’ll learn:

  1. The 4 steps to writing a flawed protagonist
  2. The 3 foundational elements that must be in place before you uncover your protagonist's flaws
  3. How character arc is pivotal to authentic flaws
  4. And so much more…


Click HERE for Episode 1

Click HERE for the FREE Episode 1 workbook 

Ask Me Anything Thursdays👋 Send me your writing question! I'll answer it in an upcoming episode. Include your name if you want a shout out! 🤗

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]]>  Most writers understand that creating a character with no flaws is a huge turnoff to readers because it’s hard to feel connected to someone who is perfect and does everything right.
 
But how do you give your protagonist flaws that feel real and authentic instead of superficially layered on? 

Worry no more! In this episode, we'll dive deep into exactly how to uncover and develop your protagonist's flaws so readers will be hooked.

In this episode you’ll learn:

  1. The 4 steps to writing a flawed protagonist
  2. The 3 foundational elements that must be in place before you uncover your protagonist's flaws
  3. How character arc is pivotal to authentic flaws
  4. And so much more…


Click HERE for Episode 1

Click HERE for the FREE Episode 1 workbook 

Ask Me Anything Thursdays👋 Send me your writing question! I'll answer it in an upcoming episode. Include your name if you want a shout out! 🤗

🌻Get your FREE Ticket to WorldShift 2026🌻

]]> Heather Davis Buzzsprout-15472026 Thu, 25 Jul 2024 06:00:00 -0400 1105 full false Quick Tip: 6 Steps to Establish a Writing Habit So You Can Finish Your Novel | Episode 22 Quick Tip: 6 Steps to Establish a Writing Habit So You Can Finish Your Novel | Episode 22 The biggest obstacles writers face are overcoming procrastination and avoiding the dreaded writer’s block. In fact, these obstacles are what stand between them and finishing their novel. But what many writers don’t realize is that the key to conquering these obstacles is developing a consistent writing habit that will keep their creative juices flowing.

So, how can a writer actually create a writing habit that will help them through the highs and lows of writing and revise a novel that captivates readers?


Well, get ready to learn exactly the steps to take to make a productive writing habit a reality this year! 


 In this episode you’ll learn:


  1. The 6 steps that you need to take to establish your own writing habit
  2. Why writing every day is key to long term success
  3. The number 1 key to sticking to your writing routine
  4. And so much more…


🌟 Powerful Writers, Magical Novels Group Mentorship Program 🌟

Are you ready to finally write your novel in a growth-oriented mentorship program? Join a group where a certified book coach (that's me) will help you craft your novel from character arcs and plot development to building your author platform. You'll receive extensive 1:1 feedback in a supportive community.

Sign up for a free mentorship chat now and discover if this program is the right fit for you! Book your mentorship chat here


Who should sign up for a free chat?


Any writer who:


👉 Wants to write a powerful novel

👉 Believes in diversity and inclusion

👉 Wants support, encouragement, and accountability

👉 Knows that writing a great novel takes time and skill

👉 Wants to stop cobbling information together from all over the internet and instead get everything they need in one place

👉 Is looking for the right mentor to guide their journey

👉 Is ready to get serious about writing their novel now

Ask Me Anything Thursdays👋 Send me your writing question! I'll answer it in an upcoming episode. Include your name if you want a shout out! 🤗

🌻Get your FREE Ticket to WorldShift 2026🌻

]]> The biggest obstacles writers face are overcoming procrastination and avoiding the dreaded writer’s block. In fact, these obstacles are what stand between them and finishing their novel. But what many writers don’t realize is that the key to conquering these obstacles is developing a consistent writing habit that will keep their creative juices flowing.

So, how can a writer actually create a writing habit that will help them through the highs and lows of writing and revise a novel that captivates readers?


Well, get ready to learn exactly the steps to take to make a productive writing habit a reality this year! 


 In this episode you’ll learn:


  1. The 6 steps that you need to take to establish your own writing habit
  2. Why writing every day is key to long term success
  3. The number 1 key to sticking to your writing routine
  4. And so much more…


🌟 Powerful Writers, Magical Novels Group Mentorship Program 🌟

Are you ready to finally write your novel in a growth-oriented mentorship program? Join a group where a certified book coach (that's me) will help you craft your novel from character arcs and plot development to building your author platform. You'll receive extensive 1:1 feedback in a supportive community.

Sign up for a free mentorship chat now and discover if this program is the right fit for you! Book your mentorship chat here


Who should sign up for a free chat?


Any writer who:


👉 Wants to write a powerful novel

👉 Believes in diversity and inclusion

👉 Wants support, encouragement, and accountability

👉 Knows that writing a great novel takes time and skill

👉 Wants to stop cobbling information together from all over the internet and instead get everything they need in one place

👉 Is looking for the right mentor to guide their journey

👉 Is ready to get serious about writing their novel now

Ask Me Anything Thursdays👋 Send me your writing question! I'll answer it in an upcoming episode. Include your name if you want a shout out! 🤗

🌻Get your FREE Ticket to WorldShift 2026🌻

]]> Heather Davis Buzzsprout-15432880 Thu, 18 Jul 2024 06:00:00 -0400 707 full false The Timeline for Crafting a Solid Debut Novel: Writing Tips for Your First Book! | Episode 21 The Timeline for Crafting a Solid Debut Novel: Writing Tips for Your First Book! | Episode 21 Writing a speculative fiction novel that resonates with readers is tough work. Many writers feel they're doing something wrong when it takes time to create a draft that feels solid and ready to stand on its own two shaky legs.

In fact, one of the very first questions most writers ask me before we start working together is some version of: "How long will it take for me to finish my novel?"

If you're one of those writers, great! I'm going to answer all of your questions by walking you through the process as it typically unfolds with the writers I work with!

 In this episode you’ll learn:

  • The general timeline for writing a debut novel--especially if you’re looking to write an emotionally powerful one. 
  • How many drafts it typically takes to write a solid manuscript.
  • What happens at each phase of the drafting.
  • And so much more…


🌟 Powerful Writers, Magical Novels Group Mentorship Program 🌟

Are you ready to finally write your novel in a growth-oriented mentorship program? Join a group where a certified book coach (that's me) will help you craft your novel from character arcs and plot development to building your author platform. You'll receive extensive 1:1 feedback in a supportive community.
Sign up for a free mentorship chat now and discover if this program is the right fit for you!

Book your mentorship chat here:

https://heatherdavisbookcoachingservices.as.me/Mentorship

Who should sign up for a free chat?

Any writer who:

👉 Wants to write a powerful novel
👉 Believes in diversity and inclusion
👉 Wants support, encouragement, and accountability
👉 Knows that writing a great novel takes time and skill
👉 Wants to stop cobbling information together from all over the internet and instead get everything they need in one place
👉 Is looking for the right mentor to guide their journey
👉 Is ready to get serious about writing their novel now

Ask Me Anything Thursdays👋 Send me your writing question! I'll answer it in an upcoming episode. Include your name if you want a shout out! 🤗

🌻Get your FREE Ticket to WorldShift 2026🌻

]]> Writing a speculative fiction novel that resonates with readers is tough work. Many writers feel they're doing something wrong when it takes time to create a draft that feels solid and ready to stand on its own two shaky legs.

In fact, one of the very first questions most writers ask me before we start working together is some version of: "How long will it take for me to finish my novel?"

If you're one of those writers, great! I'm going to answer all of your questions by walking you through the process as it typically unfolds with the writers I work with!

 In this episode you’ll learn:

  • The general timeline for writing a debut novel--especially if you’re looking to write an emotionally powerful one. 
  • How many drafts it typically takes to write a solid manuscript.
  • What happens at each phase of the drafting.
  • And so much more…


🌟 Powerful Writers, Magical Novels Group Mentorship Program 🌟

Are you ready to finally write your novel in a growth-oriented mentorship program? Join a group where a certified book coach (that's me) will help you craft your novel from character arcs and plot development to building your author platform. You'll receive extensive 1:1 feedback in a supportive community.
Sign up for a free mentorship chat now and discover if this program is the right fit for you!

Book your mentorship chat here:

https://heatherdavisbookcoachingservices.as.me/Mentorship

Who should sign up for a free chat?

Any writer who:

👉 Wants to write a powerful novel
👉 Believes in diversity and inclusion
👉 Wants support, encouragement, and accountability
👉 Knows that writing a great novel takes time and skill
👉 Wants to stop cobbling information together from all over the internet and instead get everything they need in one place
👉 Is looking for the right mentor to guide their journey
👉 Is ready to get serious about writing their novel now

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]]> Heather Davis Buzzsprout-15382841 Wed, 10 Jul 2024 06:00:00 -0400 966 full false How to Write LGBTQ+ Characters with Confidence and Care: Special Guest Sam Cameron | Episode 20 How to Write LGBTQ+ Characters with Confidence and Care: Special Guest Sam Cameron | Episode 20 Many writers want to include more LGBTQ+ characters in their novels, but they’re afraid of getting it wrong and doing more harm than good. If you’re one of those writers, this podcast episode is for you! My friend and colleague, Sam Cameron, explains exactly how every writer can feel empowered to write more inclusive stories.

🌟Take Sam Cameron’s quiz and find out if your manuscript is LGBTQ+ inclusive🌟 

https://truantpen.com/lgbtq 

 In this episode you’ll learn:


  1. The 4 steps you should take to ensure your LGBTQ+ characters are represented in a way that supports and uplifts the community
  2. Whether the advice "write what you know" is really the best policy
  3. The 3 most harmful tropes to avoid
  4. Novels that you can "study" to see LGBTQ+ characters represented well
  5. And so much more…


🌟 Powerful Writers, Magical Novels Group Mentorship Program 🌟

Are you ready to finally write your novel in a growth oriented mentorship program where a certified book coach (that's me) will help you craft your novel from the character arc and plot all the way through building your author platform? A group where you'll get lots of 1:1 feedback?

Sign up for a mentorship chat now and let's find out if the program is right for you!

https://heatherdavisbookcoachingservices.as.me/Mentorship

Who should sign up for a free chat?

Any writer who:

👉 Wants to write a powerful novel
👉 Believes in diversity and inclusion
👉 Wants support, encouragement, and accountability
👉 Knows that writing a great novel takes time and skill
👉 Wants to stop cobbling information together from all over the internet and instead get everything they need in one place
👉 Wants to find the right mentor to guide their journey
👉 Wants to get down to business writing their novel now


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]]> Many writers want to include more LGBTQ+ characters in their novels, but they’re afraid of getting it wrong and doing more harm than good. If you’re one of those writers, this podcast episode is for you! My friend and colleague, Sam Cameron, explains exactly how every writer can feel empowered to write more inclusive stories.

🌟Take Sam Cameron’s quiz and find out if your manuscript is LGBTQ+ inclusive🌟 

https://truantpen.com/lgbtq 

 In this episode you’ll learn:


  1. The 4 steps you should take to ensure your LGBTQ+ characters are represented in a way that supports and uplifts the community
  2. Whether the advice "write what you know" is really the best policy
  3. The 3 most harmful tropes to avoid
  4. Novels that you can "study" to see LGBTQ+ characters represented well
  5. And so much more…


🌟 Powerful Writers, Magical Novels Group Mentorship Program 🌟

Are you ready to finally write your novel in a growth oriented mentorship program where a certified book coach (that's me) will help you craft your novel from the character arc and plot all the way through building your author platform? A group where you'll get lots of 1:1 feedback?

Sign up for a mentorship chat now and let's find out if the program is right for you!

https://heatherdavisbookcoachingservices.as.me/Mentorship

Who should sign up for a free chat?

Any writer who:

👉 Wants to write a powerful novel
👉 Believes in diversity and inclusion
👉 Wants support, encouragement, and accountability
👉 Knows that writing a great novel takes time and skill
👉 Wants to stop cobbling information together from all over the internet and instead get everything they need in one place
👉 Wants to find the right mentor to guide their journey
👉 Wants to get down to business writing their novel now


Ask Me Anything Thursdays👋 Send me your writing question! I'll answer it in an upcoming episode. Include your name if you want a shout out! 🤗

🌻Get your FREE Ticket to WorldShift 2026🌻

]]> Heather Davis Buzzsprout-15282077 Thu, 20 Jun 2024 06:00:00 -0400 3316 full false The Goal, Motivation, Stakes, and Conflict Chain: How to Write with Narrative Drive | Episode 19 The Goal, Motivation, Stakes, and Conflict Chain: How to Write with Narrative Drive | Episode 19 →Sign up for my free workshop Create a Dynamic Character Arc For Your Protagonist. This workshop,  which includes live coaching, will help you develop the foundation elements of your novel and bridge the gap between plot and character arc! https://resources.manyworldswriting.com/workshop

You might have heard of Goal, Motivation, Stakes, and Conflict, but do you know how to use them to create narrative drive in your novel?

In this episode you’ll learn:


  1. The Goal, Motivation, Stakes, and Conflict Chain, and how to use it to create narrative drive
  2. Why your protagonist must have a clear, concrete, and tangible goal from page one
  3. High versus low stakes novels and how to make either interesting to readers
  4. The 5 questions to ask yourself to create narrative drive
  5. Why you need a ticking clock
  6. And so much more…

Ask Me Anything Thursdays👋 Send me your writing question! I'll answer it in an upcoming episode. Include your name if you want a shout out! 🤗

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]]> →Sign up for my free workshop Create a Dynamic Character Arc For Your Protagonist. This workshop,  which includes live coaching, will help you develop the foundation elements of your novel and bridge the gap between plot and character arc! https://resources.manyworldswriting.com/workshop

You might have heard of Goal, Motivation, Stakes, and Conflict, but do you know how to use them to create narrative drive in your novel?

In this episode you’ll learn:


  1. The Goal, Motivation, Stakes, and Conflict Chain, and how to use it to create narrative drive
  2. Why your protagonist must have a clear, concrete, and tangible goal from page one
  3. High versus low stakes novels and how to make either interesting to readers
  4. The 5 questions to ask yourself to create narrative drive
  5. Why you need a ticking clock
  6. And so much more…

Ask Me Anything Thursdays👋 Send me your writing question! I'll answer it in an upcoming episode. Include your name if you want a shout out! 🤗

🌻Get your FREE Ticket to WorldShift 2026🌻

]]> Heather Davis Buzzsprout-15242116 Thu, 13 Jun 2024 06:00:00 -0400 1449 full false Exploring The Benefits and Dangers of AI Use in Writing | Episode 18 Exploring The Benefits and Dangers of AI Use in Writing | Episode 18 Snag my FREE workbook: resources.manyworldswriting.com/AI

Everyone in the writing world is talking about AI, but should you really buy into the buzz?

In this episode I’m going to explore what it’s okay to use AI for in your writing and what I believe you should never use AI for.

 In this episode you’ll learn:

  1. 3 tasks it’s okay to use AI for.
  2. 3 tasks you should NEVER outsource to AI
  3. 2 main benefits of using AI in your writing
  4. 5 dangers of letting AI have too big a hand in your work 
  5. And so much more…


Don’t forget to give my Author Accelerator book coaching friends a quick hello! These ladies are brilliant! 


Ivy Dally https://www.bookboundcoaching.com/ 


Katie Wall https://www.craftbetterbooks.com/ 

Ask Me Anything Thursdays👋 Send me your writing question! I'll answer it in an upcoming episode. Include your name if you want a shout out! 🤗

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]]> Snag my FREE workbook: resources.manyworldswriting.com/AI

Everyone in the writing world is talking about AI, but should you really buy into the buzz?

In this episode I’m going to explore what it’s okay to use AI for in your writing and what I believe you should never use AI for.

 In this episode you’ll learn:

  1. 3 tasks it’s okay to use AI for.
  2. 3 tasks you should NEVER outsource to AI
  3. 2 main benefits of using AI in your writing
  4. 5 dangers of letting AI have too big a hand in your work 
  5. And so much more…


Don’t forget to give my Author Accelerator book coaching friends a quick hello! These ladies are brilliant! 


Ivy Dally https://www.bookboundcoaching.com/ 


Katie Wall https://www.craftbetterbooks.com/ 

Ask Me Anything Thursdays👋 Send me your writing question! I'll answer it in an upcoming episode. Include your name if you want a shout out! 🤗

🌻Get your FREE Ticket to WorldShift 2026🌻

]]> Heather Davis Buzzsprout-15038706 Thu, 09 May 2024 06:00:00 -0400 1566 full false 8 Essential Hacks for Writing and Self-Editing Your Manuscript to Perfection | Episode 17 8 Essential Hacks for Writing and Self-Editing Your Manuscript to Perfection | Episode 17 Snag my FREE workbook: resources.manyworldswriting.com/edit 


Almost every writer wants to get better at self-editing their work. But how? And which techniques improve your work the most dramatically?


In this episode I’m going to talk about the self-editing hacks that will help you rapidly improve your work as you write and edit. 


 In this episode you’ll learn:


  1. The 8 self-editing hacks that can rapidly improve your prose.
  2. How to use paragraphing for style, emphasis, and pacing. 
  3. Tips on developing your writing Voice. 
  4. And so much more…

Ask Me Anything Thursdays👋 Send me your writing question! I'll answer it in an upcoming episode. Include your name if you want a shout out! 🤗

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]]> Snag my FREE workbook: resources.manyworldswriting.com/edit 


Almost every writer wants to get better at self-editing their work. But how? And which techniques improve your work the most dramatically?


In this episode I’m going to talk about the self-editing hacks that will help you rapidly improve your work as you write and edit. 


 In this episode you’ll learn:


  1. The 8 self-editing hacks that can rapidly improve your prose.
  2. How to use paragraphing for style, emphasis, and pacing. 
  3. Tips on developing your writing Voice. 
  4. And so much more…

Ask Me Anything Thursdays👋 Send me your writing question! I'll answer it in an upcoming episode. Include your name if you want a shout out! 🤗

🌻Get your FREE Ticket to WorldShift 2026🌻

]]> Heather Davis Buzzsprout-14995318 Thu, 02 May 2024 06:00:00 -0400 1617 full false Unlock the 7 Subtle Truths About Writing (That Will Make Your Story Better) | Episode 16 Unlock the 7 Subtle Truths About Writing (That Will Make Your Story Better) | Episode 16 Snag my FREE workbook: https://resources.manyworldswriting.com/truth 

Ever wondered why your favorite novels feel so authentic and cohesive? It’s not about all the surface level editing you’ve been driving yourself crazy with. Instead, it’s about the deeper stuff. The bones of the narrative. 

In this episode I’m going to talk about the subtle parts of writing a great novel so that you’re focusing your energy in the right places as you write and revise.

 In this episode you’ll learn:

The truth about what a story really is and what it’s not.
How transformation is at the very core of impactful narratives.
The basics of character arc development
And so much more…

Ask Me Anything Thursdays👋 Send me your writing question! I'll answer it in an upcoming episode. Include your name if you want a shout out! 🤗

🌻Get your FREE Ticket to WorldShift 2026🌻

]]> Snag my FREE workbook: https://resources.manyworldswriting.com/truth 

Ever wondered why your favorite novels feel so authentic and cohesive? It’s not about all the surface level editing you’ve been driving yourself crazy with. Instead, it’s about the deeper stuff. The bones of the narrative. 

In this episode I’m going to talk about the subtle parts of writing a great novel so that you’re focusing your energy in the right places as you write and revise.

 In this episode you’ll learn:

The truth about what a story really is and what it’s not.
How transformation is at the very core of impactful narratives.
The basics of character arc development
And so much more…

Ask Me Anything Thursdays👋 Send me your writing question! I'll answer it in an upcoming episode. Include your name if you want a shout out! 🤗

🌻Get your FREE Ticket to WorldShift 2026🌻

]]> Heather Davis Buzzsprout-14952437 Wed, 24 Apr 2024 21:00:00 -0400 1490 1 16 full false 7 Crucial Steps to Creating and Writing a Captivating Magic System For Your Novel | Episode 15 7 Crucial Steps to Creating and Writing a Captivating Magic System For Your Novel | Episode 15 Snag my FREE workbook: resources.manyworldswriting.com/magic

Ever wondered how to create an interesting and compelling magic system that readers will love? 

In this episode I’m breaking down exactly how to create a magic system that works.


 In this episode you’ll learn:


  1. The crucial importance of weaving an engaging magic system into your fantasy world.
  2. Differentiating between soft and hard magic systems, and knowing which to employ for maximum impact.
  3. A comprehensive 7-step guide to fashioning a magic system that is both intricate and internally consistent.
  4. Witness the creation of a magic system through a detailed example, illuminating every facet of the creative process.

Ask Me Anything Thursdays👋 Send me your writing question! I'll answer it in an upcoming episode. Include your name if you want a shout out! 🤗

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]]> Snag my FREE workbook: resources.manyworldswriting.com/magic

Ever wondered how to create an interesting and compelling magic system that readers will love? 

In this episode I’m breaking down exactly how to create a magic system that works.


 In this episode you’ll learn:


  1. The crucial importance of weaving an engaging magic system into your fantasy world.
  2. Differentiating between soft and hard magic systems, and knowing which to employ for maximum impact.
  3. A comprehensive 7-step guide to fashioning a magic system that is both intricate and internally consistent.
  4. Witness the creation of a magic system through a detailed example, illuminating every facet of the creative process.

Ask Me Anything Thursdays👋 Send me your writing question! I'll answer it in an upcoming episode. Include your name if you want a shout out! 🤗

🌻Get your FREE Ticket to WorldShift 2026🌻

]]> Heather Davis Buzzsprout-14784639 Thu, 28 Mar 2024 06:00:00 -0400 1467 1 15 full false 9 Key Elements of Character Interiority: Writing Reality | Episode 14 9 Key Elements of Character Interiority: Writing Reality | Episode 14 Snag my FREE interiority workbook: https://resources.manyworldswriting.com/interiority

Have you ever wondered how to ensure your readers are so engrossed in your protagonist  that they can put your novel down?

In this episode I'm peeling back the layers of protagonist interiority and revealing how to create your protagonist's inner world and make your novel unputdownable.

In this episode you’ll learn:

What interiority is
The 9 ways interiority manifests in novels
Why you need to add interiority to your novel
How to get interiority onto the page in your scenes
How to balance your narrative with the right amount of interiority 
And so much more!


Ask Me Anything Thursdays👋 Send me your writing question! I'll answer it in an upcoming episode. Include your name if you want a shout out! 🤗

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]]> Snag my FREE interiority workbook: https://resources.manyworldswriting.com/interiority

Have you ever wondered how to ensure your readers are so engrossed in your protagonist  that they can put your novel down?

In this episode I'm peeling back the layers of protagonist interiority and revealing how to create your protagonist's inner world and make your novel unputdownable.

In this episode you’ll learn:

What interiority is
The 9 ways interiority manifests in novels
Why you need to add interiority to your novel
How to get interiority onto the page in your scenes
How to balance your narrative with the right amount of interiority 
And so much more!


Ask Me Anything Thursdays👋 Send me your writing question! I'll answer it in an upcoming episode. Include your name if you want a shout out! 🤗

🌻Get your FREE Ticket to WorldShift 2026🌻

]]> Heather Davis Buzzsprout-14734904 Thu, 21 Mar 2024 06:00:00 -0400 1551 1 14 full false 7 Key Facts You MUST Know About Your Protagonist (Before Writing Another Word) | Episode 13 7 Key Facts You MUST Know About Your Protagonist (Before Writing Another Word) | Episode 13 What makes a protagonist memorable and unique? What makes readers fall in love with them enough to follow them around for 300-500 pages?

 

Knowing the answers to those questions is the difference between creating a flat, dull protagonist and having a magnetic protagonist that readers can’t get enough of!

 

 In this episode you’ll learn:

  1. Why every novel is actually character driven
  2. How character arc must be thoroughly considered when getting to know your protagonist
  3. The 7 questions you must ask yourself about your protagonist to make them magnetic to readers
  4. And so much more!

 

Snag my FREE protagonist workbook: 

https://manyworldswriting.com/protagonist 

Join the Many Worlds Writing Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1012106499677937/?mibextid=oMANbw

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]]> What makes a protagonist memorable and unique? What makes readers fall in love with them enough to follow them around for 300-500 pages?

 

Knowing the answers to those questions is the difference between creating a flat, dull protagonist and having a magnetic protagonist that readers can’t get enough of!

 

 In this episode you’ll learn:

  1. Why every novel is actually character driven
  2. How character arc must be thoroughly considered when getting to know your protagonist
  3. The 7 questions you must ask yourself about your protagonist to make them magnetic to readers
  4. And so much more!

 

Snag my FREE protagonist workbook: 

https://manyworldswriting.com/protagonist 

Join the Many Worlds Writing Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1012106499677937/?mibextid=oMANbw

Ask Me Anything Thursdays👋 Send me your writing question! I'll answer it in an upcoming episode. Include your name if you want a shout out! 🤗

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]]> Heather Davis Kajabi-2148563409 Thu, 07 Mar 2024 06:00:00 -0500 1139 full false Show and Tell: The Secret to Writing Better Scenes | Episode 12 Show and Tell: The Secret to Writing Better Scenes | Episode 12 If you're a writer, you've likely encountered the timeless advice: "Show Don't Tell." While intended to enhance scene creation by encouraging vivid depiction over mere narration, this guidance has been misunderstood, leading to detrimental effects on otherwise strong novels.

 

If you've questioned the validity of this advice, stay tuned as I debunk misconceptions and provide practical strategies to reignite the potency and depth of your scenes.

 

 In this episode you’ll learn:

  1. Showing vs. telling on the page
  2. Why balancing both creates stronger, more meaningful storytelling
  3. Mastering the art of crafting scenes that skillfully blend showing and telling.

 

If you’re ready to learn more about the art of showing and telling, snag my FREE workbook: https://www.manyworldswriting.com/showandtell 


Join the Many Worlds Writing Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1012106499677937/?mibextid=oMANbw

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]]> If you're a writer, you've likely encountered the timeless advice: "Show Don't Tell." While intended to enhance scene creation by encouraging vivid depiction over mere narration, this guidance has been misunderstood, leading to detrimental effects on otherwise strong novels.

 

If you've questioned the validity of this advice, stay tuned as I debunk misconceptions and provide practical strategies to reignite the potency and depth of your scenes.

 

 In this episode you’ll learn:

  1. Showing vs. telling on the page
  2. Why balancing both creates stronger, more meaningful storytelling
  3. Mastering the art of crafting scenes that skillfully blend showing and telling.

 

If you’re ready to learn more about the art of showing and telling, snag my FREE workbook: https://www.manyworldswriting.com/showandtell 


Join the Many Worlds Writing Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1012106499677937/?mibextid=oMANbw

Ask Me Anything Thursdays👋 Send me your writing question! I'll answer it in an upcoming episode. Include your name if you want a shout out! 🤗

🌻Get your FREE Ticket to WorldShift 2026🌻

]]> Heather Davis Kajabi-2148560424 Thu, 29 Feb 2024 06:00:00 -0500 598 full false How to Turn a Narrative Summary into a Full Scene: Expanding Your Writing | Episode 11 How to Turn a Narrative Summary into a Full Scene: Expanding Your Writing | Episode 11 The most important skill you can have as a writer is the ability to write a compelling scene, but it’s a skill that few writers have actually mastered. 

 

So in this episode we are going to do a deep dive into scene structure and learn:

1) How to know if an event in your novel actually needs to be a scene

2) the structure of a great scene

3) the 6 elements you should add to every scene to make them vibrant and irresistible to readers

4) how to expand a summary into a full scene.

 

If you’re ready to learn all about how kick*ss scenes are actually written, snag my FREE workbook: https://www.manyworldswriting.com/scene 

 

Are you ready for an affordable mentorship program that will help you write a powerful speculative fiction novel? Fill out an application to my Powerful Writers, Powerful Novels Mentorship Program: manyworldswriting.com/mentorship

 

Join the Many Worlds Writing Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1012106499677937/?mibextid=oMANbw

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]]> The most important skill you can have as a writer is the ability to write a compelling scene, but it’s a skill that few writers have actually mastered. 

 

So in this episode we are going to do a deep dive into scene structure and learn:

1) How to know if an event in your novel actually needs to be a scene

2) the structure of a great scene

3) the 6 elements you should add to every scene to make them vibrant and irresistible to readers

4) how to expand a summary into a full scene.

 

If you’re ready to learn all about how kick*ss scenes are actually written, snag my FREE workbook: https://www.manyworldswriting.com/scene 

 

Are you ready for an affordable mentorship program that will help you write a powerful speculative fiction novel? Fill out an application to my Powerful Writers, Powerful Novels Mentorship Program: manyworldswriting.com/mentorship

 

Join the Many Worlds Writing Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1012106499677937/?mibextid=oMANbw

Ask Me Anything Thursdays👋 Send me your writing question! I'll answer it in an upcoming episode. Include your name if you want a shout out! 🤗

🌻Get your FREE Ticket to WorldShift 2026🌻

]]> Heather Davis Kajabi-2148548702 Thu, 22 Feb 2024 06:00:00 -0500 2644 full false The 10 Key Components of Writing a Great Scene | Episode 10 The 10 Key Components of Writing a Great Scene | Episode 10 The most important skill you can have as a writer is the ability to write a great scene... but, unfortunately, it’s a skill that few writers have actually mastered.

You need to understand:

 

1) What a scene is.

 

2) Whether a given event in your novel needs to be a scene.

 

3) The structure of a great scene.

 

If you’re ready to learn all about how kick*ss scenes are actually written, snag my FREE workbook: https://www.manyworldswriting.com/scene

 

Are you ready for an affordable mentorship program that will help you write a powerful speculative fiction novel? Fill out an application to my Powerful Writers, Powerful Novels Mentorship Program: https://manyworldswriting.com/mentorship 

 

Join the Many Worlds Writing Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1012106499677937/?mibextid=oMANbw 

Ask Me Anything Thursdays👋 Send me your writing question! I'll answer it in an upcoming episode. Include your name if you want a shout out! 🤗

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]]> The most important skill you can have as a writer is the ability to write a great scene... but, unfortunately, it’s a skill that few writers have actually mastered.

You need to understand:

 

1) What a scene is.

 

2) Whether a given event in your novel needs to be a scene.

 

3) The structure of a great scene.

 

If you’re ready to learn all about how kick*ss scenes are actually written, snag my FREE workbook: https://www.manyworldswriting.com/scene

 

Are you ready for an affordable mentorship program that will help you write a powerful speculative fiction novel? Fill out an application to my Powerful Writers, Powerful Novels Mentorship Program: https://manyworldswriting.com/mentorship 

 

Join the Many Worlds Writing Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1012106499677937/?mibextid=oMANbw 

Ask Me Anything Thursdays👋 Send me your writing question! I'll answer it in an upcoming episode. Include your name if you want a shout out! 🤗

🌻Get your FREE Ticket to WorldShift 2026🌻

]]> Heather Davis Kajabi-2148510850 Thu, 08 Feb 2024 06:00:00 -0500 2263 full false Writing Backstory without Info Dumping | Episode 9 Writing Backstory without Info Dumping | Episode 9 Backstory is an essential part of every novel.

 

Without it, your protagonist doesn’t have a meaningful character arc and your story lacks depth. But writers are (understandably) scared to put backstory in their novel because they’re afraid of info dumping.

 

Well, there is a way to strike a perfect balance. You CAN include valuable backstory AND avoid info dumping.

 

Grab my FREE checklist right here and learn the 5 principles of highly effective backstory: https://www.manyworldswriting.com/backstory 

 

Are you ready for an affordable mentorship program that will help you write a powerful speculative fiction novel? Fill out an application to my Powerful Writers, Powerful Novels Mentorship Program: manyworldswriting.com/mentorship 

Join the Many Worlds Writing Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1012106499677937/?mibextid=oMANbw

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]]> Backstory is an essential part of every novel.

 

Without it, your protagonist doesn’t have a meaningful character arc and your story lacks depth. But writers are (understandably) scared to put backstory in their novel because they’re afraid of info dumping.

 

Well, there is a way to strike a perfect balance. You CAN include valuable backstory AND avoid info dumping.

 

Grab my FREE checklist right here and learn the 5 principles of highly effective backstory: https://www.manyworldswriting.com/backstory 

 

Are you ready for an affordable mentorship program that will help you write a powerful speculative fiction novel? Fill out an application to my Powerful Writers, Powerful Novels Mentorship Program: manyworldswriting.com/mentorship 

Join the Many Worlds Writing Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1012106499677937/?mibextid=oMANbw

Ask Me Anything Thursdays👋 Send me your writing question! I'll answer it in an upcoming episode. Include your name if you want a shout out! 🤗

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]]> Heather Davis Kajabi-2148469052 Thu, 25 Jan 2024 06:00:00 -0500 1235 full false 7 Key Understandings to Help You Reframe Criticism of Your Writing | Episode 8 7 Key Understandings to Help You Reframe Criticism of Your Writing | Episode 8 Criticism is one of the hardest things for writers to process and it sometimes leads to writers giving up on the craft or refusing to share their work with the world. 

 

If you’re ready explore the 7 key understandings that will help you reframe criticism for a healthier relationship with it, access the FREE workbook right here: https://www.manyworldswriting.com/handlingcriticism 

Are you ready for an affordable mentorship program that will help you write a powerful speculative fiction novel? Fill out an application to my Powerful Writers, Powerful Novels Mentorship Program:

https://www.manyworldswriting.com/mentorship 


Join the Many Worlds Writing Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1012106499677937/?mibextid=oMANbw

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]]> Criticism is one of the hardest things for writers to process and it sometimes leads to writers giving up on the craft or refusing to share their work with the world. 

 

If you’re ready explore the 7 key understandings that will help you reframe criticism for a healthier relationship with it, access the FREE workbook right here: https://www.manyworldswriting.com/handlingcriticism 

Are you ready for an affordable mentorship program that will help you write a powerful speculative fiction novel? Fill out an application to my Powerful Writers, Powerful Novels Mentorship Program:

https://www.manyworldswriting.com/mentorship 


Join the Many Worlds Writing Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1012106499677937/?mibextid=oMANbw

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]]> Heather Davis Kajabi-2148451080 Thu, 18 Jan 2024 06:00:00 -0500 1537 full false The 7 Golden Rules of Writing Great Dialogue | Episode 7 The 7 Golden Rules of Writing Great Dialogue | Episode 7 Nothing grabs readers’ attention like dialogue. That’s why it’s absolutely imperative to make sure that the dialogue in your novel is serving the story and making readers hungry for more.

 

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]]> Nothing grabs readers’ attention like dialogue. That’s why it’s absolutely imperative to make sure that the dialogue in your novel is serving the story and making readers hungry for more.

 

Ready to learn more about dialogue? Don’t forget to access the FREE dialogue checklist right here: https://www.manyworldswriting.com/dialoguechecklist 

 

If you’re ready to REALLY understand all the ins and outs of great dialogue, grab my Dynamic Dialogue COURSE right here: https://www.manyworldswriting.com/dialogue

 

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]]> Heather Davis Kajabi-2148426868 Wed, 10 Jan 2024 06:00:00 -0500 1450 full false Master the 4 Essential Layers of Writing POV | Episode 6 Master the 4 Essential Layers of Writing POV | Episode 6 Spoiler alert—there’s a whole lot more to POV than just first person, second person, and third person. There are actually 4 layers that you need to master if you want readers and agents to love your novel!

 

So if you’re ready to master POV in 2024, dive into the episode and don’t forget to access the FREE workbook right here: https://www.manyworldswriting.com/POV 

 

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]]> Spoiler alert—there’s a whole lot more to POV than just first person, second person, and third person. There are actually 4 layers that you need to master if you want readers and agents to love your novel!

 

So if you’re ready to master POV in 2024, dive into the episode and don’t forget to access the FREE workbook right here: https://www.manyworldswriting.com/POV 

 

Wait... are you ready to really take your writing to the next level in 2024? Are you ready for an affordable mentorship program that will help you write a powerful speculative fiction novel? If so, fill out an application to my Powerful Writers, Powerful Novels Mentorship Program and get on the waitlist:

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]]> Heather Davis Kajabi-2148407423 Wed, 03 Jan 2024 06:00:00 -0500 1179 full false How to Become a Better Writer | Episode 5 How to Become a Better Writer | Episode 5  

📘Access the FREE workbook right here: https://www.manyworldswriting.com/better📘

 

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manyworldswriting.com/mentorship ✨

 

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Do you want to hone your writing skills so you can finally tell the powerful story that’s been living in your mind for so long? 

 

Well, my friend, as we bust into 2024, I’ve decided to share my 7 best methods for doing just that! Let's make this year the one where you write your novel. I know you can do it!

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📘Access the FREE workbook right here: https://www.manyworldswriting.com/better📘

 

✨Fill out an application to my Powerful Writers, Powerful Novels Mentorship Program:

manyworldswriting.com/mentorship ✨

 

Join the Many Worlds Writing Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1012106499677937/?mibextid=oMANbw

 

Do you want to hone your writing skills so you can finally tell the powerful story that’s been living in your mind for so long? 

 

Well, my friend, as we bust into 2024, I’ve decided to share my 7 best methods for doing just that! Let's make this year the one where you write your novel. I know you can do it!

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]]> Heather Davis Kajabi-2148395067 Wed, 27 Dec 2023 08:00:00 -0500 1231 full false The 7 Principles of Simple Worldbuilding in Fantasy and Science Fiction | Episode 4 The 7 Principles of Simple Worldbuilding in Fantasy and Science Fiction | Episode 4 Are you overwhelmed and frustrated by the complexity of worldbuilding for your fantasy and science fiction novel? Are things getting too complicated, too bloated, and too scattered? Are you worried that all those complex worldbuilding documents you found on Google aren’t really serving the core of the story you want to tell?  

 

Well, guess what? I’ve simplified the entire process! In this episode, you’ll learn the 7 secret principles of worldbuilding!

 

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]]> Are you overwhelmed and frustrated by the complexity of worldbuilding for your fantasy and science fiction novel? Are things getting too complicated, too bloated, and too scattered? Are you worried that all those complex worldbuilding documents you found on Google aren’t really serving the core of the story you want to tell?  

 

Well, guess what? I’ve simplified the entire process! In this episode, you’ll learn the 7 secret principles of worldbuilding!

 

Access the FREE workbook right here: https://www.manyworldswriting.com/world 

 

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]]> Heather Davis Kajabi-2148377722 Wed, 20 Dec 2023 06:00:00 -0500 1283 full false The Surprising Key to Making Any Protagonist "Likable" | Episode 3 The Surprising Key to Making Any Protagonist "Likable" | Episode 3 Access the FREE workbook right here: https://www.manyworldswriting.com/likable

Are you worried that your protagonist might not be likable?

 

Often as writers, we love our protagonists deeply, but readers might not be able to connect with them, which could sabotage your entire novel!

 

In this episode, learn the 4 keys to making any protagonist likable so readers will want to keep on reading!

 

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]]> Access the FREE workbook right here: https://www.manyworldswriting.com/likable

Are you worried that your protagonist might not be likable?

 

Often as writers, we love our protagonists deeply, but readers might not be able to connect with them, which could sabotage your entire novel!

 

In this episode, learn the 4 keys to making any protagonist likable so readers will want to keep on reading!

 

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]]> Heather Davis Kajabi-2148359802 Sun, 10 Dec 2023 16:02:00 -0500 957 full false Use This Simple Technique to Write Your First Novel | Episode 2 Use This Simple Technique to Write Your First Novel | Episode 2 Access the FREE workbook right here: https://www.manyworldswriting.com/storytelling

Ever found yourself wondering if your novel might be missing a key ingredient, one that could keep readers and agents from fully connecting with your story?


It's a common concern among writers – that sense that something's absent, leaving us scratching our heads in frustration.

 

But fear not! This episode is here to shed light on that elusive, often unnoticed element in your novel. Join us as we uncover what many writers overlook, helping you bridge the gap and enhance your storytelling.

 

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]]> Access the FREE workbook right here: https://www.manyworldswriting.com/storytelling

Ever found yourself wondering if your novel might be missing a key ingredient, one that could keep readers and agents from fully connecting with your story?


It's a common concern among writers – that sense that something's absent, leaving us scratching our heads in frustration.

 

But fear not! This episode is here to shed light on that elusive, often unnoticed element in your novel. Join us as we uncover what many writers overlook, helping you bridge the gap and enhance your storytelling.

 

Join the Many Worlds Writing Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1012106499677937/?mibextid=oMANbw

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]]> Heather Davis Kajabi-2148359770 Sun, 10 Dec 2023 16:01:00 -0500 949 full false The Most Important Part of Writing Your Novel (That You're Probably Missing) | Episode 1 The Most Important Part of Writing Your Novel (That You're Probably Missing) | Episode 1 Access the FREE workbook right here: https://www.manyworldswriting.com/point

Are you worried that something important is missing from your novel?


Something that might lock readers and agents out of the narrative and prevent them from falling in love with your work? Often, we writers recognize that something is missing, but we have no idea what. It’s frustrating, and we wish we could just magically know what that missing thing is.

 

Well, you’re in luck! In this episode, you’ll learn about the crucial aspect of your novel that most writers don’t even know they’re missing!

 

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]]> Access the FREE workbook right here: https://www.manyworldswriting.com/point

Are you worried that something important is missing from your novel?


Something that might lock readers and agents out of the narrative and prevent them from falling in love with your work? Often, we writers recognize that something is missing, but we have no idea what. It’s frustrating, and we wish we could just magically know what that missing thing is.

 

Well, you’re in luck! In this episode, you’ll learn about the crucial aspect of your novel that most writers don’t even know they’re missing!

 

Join the Many Worlds Writing Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1012106499677937/?mibextid=oMANbw

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]]> Heather Davis Kajabi-2148359769 Sun, 10 Dec 2023 16:00:00 -0500 1055 full false The Many Worlds Writing Podcast Trailer The Many Worlds Writing Podcast Trailer Welcome to the Many Worlds Writing Podcast! The show that’s all about how to brainstorm, write, edit, publish, and sell a powerful speculative fiction novel… and maybe just change the world too.

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]]> Welcome to the Many Worlds Writing Podcast! The show that’s all about how to brainstorm, write, edit, publish, and sell a powerful speculative fiction novel… and maybe just change the world too.

Ask Me Anything Thursdays👋 Send me your writing question! I'll answer it in an upcoming episode. Include your name if you want a shout out! 🤗

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