And if you're a perfectionist, you might be cringing thinking there's no way I could do that.

But trust me when I say that momentum matters more than perfection.

And the reason I say this is because the first draft of your story is all about discovery and learning what your story really wants to be.

And this means you're going to need to give yourself permission to write poorly at times.

And that's okay. You can and you will revise later.

Welcome to the Fiction Writing Made Easy podcast. My name is Savannah Gilbo and I'm here to help you

write a story that works. I want to prove to you that writing a novel doesn't have to be

overwhelming. So each

week, I'll bring you a brand new episode with simple, actionable, and step-by-step strategies

that you can implement in your writing right away. So whether you're brand new to writing or more

of a seasoned author looking to improve your craft, this podcast is for you. So pick up a pen

and let's get started.

In this episode, we're going to cover the 10 essential steps to writing your first novel.

If you've been dreaming about becoming an author but find yourself staring at a blank page or blinking cursor, or if you've started multiple manuscripts only to abandon them when the

going gets tough,

then this episode is for you. Something I've discovered after working with hundreds of writers

is that finishing a novel requires more than just talent or a great idea. It takes the right

mindset, practical tools, and a strategic approach that keeps you moving forward even when

inspiration fates.

In this episode, I'm sharing the exact framework that has helped my clients and students

transform their ideas into completed manuscripts with special focus on the foundational elements

that make stories truly resonate with readers.

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