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Within four weeks, I had a complete outline, not just vague ideas, but a real roadmap all the way to the end.

I started writing and I didn't stop until I was done and in about 90 days I had a complete first draft.

Was it perfect? God no. I changed my villains's name three

times. I had some timeline issues and don't even get me started on all the tiny details I

still need to figure out. But it was done. And that was literally the best feeling.

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,

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In today's episode, we're talking about one of the most common and most frustrating obstacles that new writers face. And that is how to know

when you're ready to start writing or waiting too long to start writing. So let me paint a picture

of what this looks like. You have a story idea you love, you know you want to write it, but every time

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