Fiction Writing Made Easy with Savannah Gilbo | How to Write a Novel & Writing Advice

Savannah Gilbo

Topics: Books · How To · Fiction

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Fiction Writing Made Easy is your go-to creative writing podcast for practical, no-fluff tips on how to write, edit, and publish a novel—from first draft to finished book. Hosted by developmental editor and book coach Savannah Gilbo, this show breaks down the fiction writing process into clear, actionable steps so you can finally make progress on your manuscript and write a novel you’re proud of. Whether you’re a first-time author, an aspiring novelist, or a seasoned writer looking to strengthen your craft, each episode will help you understand what makes a story work at the deepest level—so you can stop second-guessing your ideas and start building a stronger novel from the inside...

Latest episode#267. Ask Savannah: How Do I Fix a Plot Hole in My Story? (Plus Balancing Writing With Life & Hiding Plot Twists)October 27, 2026 · 27 min

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Latest episodes

1. #267. Ask Savannah: How Do I Fix a Plot Hole in My Story? (Plus Balancing Writing With Life & Hiding Plot Twists)October 27, 2026 · 27 min
2. #266. How to Get Back Into Writing Your Novel After a Long BreakOctober 20, 2026 · 17 min
3. #265. What Is Cozy Fiction? 10 Characteristics Cozy Writers Need to KnowSeptember 29, 2026 · 26 min
4. #264. First Draft Mistakes: Jessica Brody & Savannah Gilbo Compare NotesSeptember 22, 2026 · 30 min
5. #263. How Emily Henry Hooks Readers in Chapter One of Book LoversSeptember 15, 2026 · 23 min
6. Bonus: How 3 Writers Found a Clear Path Through All the Writing AdviceSeptember 1, 2026 · 18 min
7. #262. 10 Tips to Make Your Enemies to Lovers Romance Feel BelievableAugust 25, 2026 · 29 min
8. #261. 5 Mistakes Writers Make Using the Save the Cat! Beat SheetAugust 18, 2026 · 23 min
9. #260. Student Spotlight: From Stuck at 25k Words to a Finished Draft With Lindsay SfaraAugust 11, 2026 · 40 min
10. #259. How to Finish a Novel With Kids at Home & Limited Writing TimeAugust 4, 2026 · 25 min

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