Rephonic
Artwork for Fiction Writing Made Easy

Fiction Writing Made Easy | Top Creative Writing Podcast for Fiction Writers & Writing Tips

Savannah Gilbo
Character Development
Fourth Wing
Save the Cat Method
Book Series Planning
The Hunger Games
Story Structure
Common Writing Mistakes
Writing Tips
Writing Process
Writing
Book Marketing
Antagonists In Fiction
Fiction Writing
Memoir Writing
Genre
Series Genres
Rebecca Yarros
Perfectionism
The Spun Yarn
Beta Reading

Fiction Writing Made Easy is your go-to 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.

Whether you're a first-time author or a seasoned w... more

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes237Founded6 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
How ToBooksEducationArts

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for Fiction Writing Made Easy

Latest Episodes

Discover why “I’m not ready yet” is a fear-driven mindset and learn how to take small, confident steps that move your novel forward.

So many writers get trapped in the feeling that they need more time, more research, or more clarity before they can ... more

Discover the mindset shifts to break out of analysis paralysis, choose progress over perfection, and build your novel layer by layer until it's complete.

Feeling stuck writing your novel? You're not alone. Most writers think they're struggling becau... more

Discover five practical line editing strategies that sharpen your prose, strengthen emotional clarity, and make each sentence more purposeful on the page.

Line editing can feel intimidating, especially if you're not sure where to begin or how to mak... more

Learn how to build a focused, authentic author platform to connect with readers early, grow your visibility, and create lasting momentum for your book launch.

In this episode, I’m joined by Shelby Leigh, bestselling author of four poetry books (with... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

Recent Guests

Shelby Leigh
Author and owner of Marketing By Shelby, a marketing education company
Marketing By Shelby
Episode: #220. How to Build an Author Platform (Even if You're an Introvert) with Shelby Leigh
Daniel David Wallace
A storytelling master and the creative mind behind the Escape the Plot Forest Summit.
Escape the Plot Forest Summit
Episode: #219. How To Build Story Tension by Sharing More (Not Less) with Daniel David Wallace
Jamie Nash
Seasoned screenwriter and author of Save the Cat Writes Horror
Episode: #217. Save the Cat! Writes Horror: How to Write Truly Terrifying Stories With Jamie Nash
Kristina Stanley
An award-winning author, fiction editor, and founder and CEO of Fictionary
Fictionary
Episode: #216. Story Structure: The 5 Scenes Every Story Needs (With Kristina Stanley)
Tiffany Grimes
Book coach, editor, writer, and website designer passionate about supporting marginalized writers.
Episode: #214. Subverting the Mainstream Lens: Writing Stories That Stay True to Your People (With Tiffany Grimes)
Jenna Moreci
Award-winning Romantasy author and writing craft expert
Episode: #211. How to Write Romantasy Power Couples Readers Obsess Over With Jenna Moreci
Alice Sudlow
A developmental editor and book coach helping writers transform their drafts into polished manuscripts.
Your Next Draft Podcast
Episode: #209. How to Revise Your Novel Like a Pro (Without Losing Your Mind) With Alice Sudlow
Gina Elizabeth
New indie romanticist author and manager of a local used bookstore.
Indie Author
Episode: #206. Student Spotlight: How Gina Elizabeth Went From Stuck to Publishing Two Books in Just One Year
Katherine Varley
A speculative fiction writer exploring societal issues and technological advancements in her stories.
Episode: Bonus: Plotting for Pantsers: How 3 Writers Found Freedom in Story Structure

Host

Savannah Gilbo
Host of the podcast and a seasoned developmental editor and book coach, Savannah Gilbo offers practical insights into the fiction writing process. She emphasizes a no-fluff approach, guiding writers through drafting, editing, and publishing their novels.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 3.2k ratings
  • Motivation for Wannabe Writers

    Savannah is knowledgable and talented. These podcasts cover so many ranges of topics and interviews with so much insight. These inspired me to take her Notes to Novel class!

    Thanks Savannah! Prem

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    (PA)
    United States2 months ago
  • Chemistry

    Can two characters who are basically enemies have chemistry?

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    ThroneWardenJ
    United States2 months ago
  • Good audio quality and no annoying commercials

    Helpful advice with good audio quality and without the annoyance of constant commercials.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Annmuss
    United States2 months ago
  • Really helping me with my book

    This is one of the best writing podcasts I’ve ever heard!! This is really encouraging me to write my book. Thank you so much for this amazing podcast!! Also I recommend listening to the Kate and Abbie Show podcast. It’s really good.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    God’s-Daughter
    United States2 months ago
  • Easy to follow

    Her warm friendly voice makes listening easy to follow and fun to discover new ideas to get your ideas on paper.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    avid reader1223
    United States3 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Some reviews point out that the podcast offers excellent audio quality and is devoid of annoying commercials, making it easy to listen to while learning valuable skills.
The warm and friendly delivery of content coupled with a focus on clarity is frequently mentioned as being engaging and inspiring.
Listeners appreciate the practical and actionable advice offered, often highlighting how these insights help them overcome writing obstacles.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#70
United States/Arts/Books
Apple Podcasts
#206
United States/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#60
United Kingdom/Arts/Books
Apple Podcasts
#64
Canada/Arts/Books
Apple Podcasts
#167
Canada/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#175
United Kingdom/Arts

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

#223. Permission to Start: How to Move Past ‘Not Ready Yet’ and Finish Your Novel
Q: How do you know whether you're genuinely not ready to write?
Ask if you know the central problem, how your story ends, and why it matters to your protagonist.
#220. How to Build an Author Platform (Even if You're an Introvert) with Shelby Leigh
Q: What are some tips you have for launching a book?
Shelby suggests warming up your audience with engaging content, making title and cover reveals, and building a small team of supporters for your launch.
#216. Story Structure: The 5 Scenes Every Story Needs (With Kristina Stanley)
Q: When can a writer's goal change, and how does it affect their character development?
Yes, the goal for you, the author, is to bring your couple together if you're writing a romance. The character's goal might literally change as they uncover more information.
#216. Story Structure: The 5 Scenes Every Story Needs (With Kristina Stanley)
Q: What draws you to story structure? Why is this the thing you're so nerdy about?
Obviously, I love to read. I've grown up reading, and I got interested in story structure when I started thinking about how to put a book together.
#216. Story Structure: The 5 Scenes Every Story Needs (With Kristina Stanley)
Q: Kristina, can you kick us off by giving a little introduction of who you are and what you do?
I'm a fiction writer, I'm a structural editor, I run a company called Fictionary, we have the Fictionary School for writers and editors, and our goal is basically to help writers tell a great story.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About Fiction Writing Made Easy

What is Fiction Writing Made Easy about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focused on delivering practical insights and actionable steps for fiction writers, this podcast caters to both novice and experienced authors eager to enhance their writing skills. Key topics include novel writing, story structure, character development, and the editing and publishing process. The host, an experienced developmental editor and book coach, emphasizes a no-fluff approach, offering clear strategies to navigate the writing journey effectively. Unique features include discussions on mindset and writing routines, making the content both informative and motivational for those looking to finish their manuscripts with confidence.

Where can I find podcast stats for Fiction Writing Made Easy?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for Fiction Writing Made Easy. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to Fiction Writing Made Easy and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does Fiction Writing Made Easy get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for Fiction Writing Made Easy, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for Fiction Writing Made Easy?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for Fiction Writing Made Easy, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does Fiction Writing Made Easy have?

To see how many followers or subscribers Fiction Writing Made Easy has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to Fiction Writing Made Easy?

These podcasts share a similar audience with Fiction Writing Made Easy:

1. Essential Guide to Writing a Novel
2. Helping Writers Become Authors
3. The Shit No One Tells You About Writing
4. The Writer Files: Writing, Productivity, Creativity, and Neuroscience
5. Writer's Routine

How many episodes of Fiction Writing Made Easy are there?

Fiction Writing Made Easy launched 6 years ago and published 237 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact Fiction Writing Made Easy?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for Fiction Writing Made Easy?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for Fiction Writing Made Easy from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for Fiction Writing Made Easy?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of Fiction Writing Made Easy. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on Fiction Writing Made Easy?

Recent guests on Fiction Writing Made Easy include:

1. Shelby Leigh
2. Daniel David Wallace
3. Jamie Nash
4. Kristina Stanley
5. Tiffany Grimes
6. Jenna Moreci
7. Alice Sudlow
8. Gina Elizabeth

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days