Writing Out Of Spite - WN 168
Write Now with Sarah Werner
Sometimes, when things get tough, when the haters hate and the doubters doubt, it can be difficult to summon the motivation, courage, energy, or inspiration you need to write. And sometimes, when that happens, the only thing we have left to turn to is SPITE. Find out why — and why it's not necessarily a bad thing! For show notes and a full transcript of this episode, please visit: You can support the work I do here at the Write Now podcast on: * Patreon: * Ko-Fi: * PayPal: Or just share this episode with someone who might find it useful. :) Happy...
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Writing When You're Not Okay - WN 167
Write Now with Sarah Werner
How do we cope as writers when life hits us with illness, injury, grief, or overwhelm? This week, we’re exploring what helps, what hurts, and what’s at stake when we find ourselves "not-okay," and how we can navigate those challenges with care and creativity. Thank you for listening! For show notes and a full transcript of this episode, please visit: You can support the show here: * Patreon: * Ko-Fi: * PayPal: Happy writing! — Sarah
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The Power Of A Mastermind Group - WN 166
Write Now with Sarah Werner
I tend to get weird looks when I say I'm in a Mastermind group, but my writing career wouldn't be where it is today without them. In this week’s episode, we'll talk about what these are, what they do for you as a writer, and how to start and structure your own Mastermind group. For show notes and a full transcript of this episode, please visit: Thank you for listening! You can support the work I do here at the Write Now podcast on: Patreon: Ko-Fi: PayPal: Happy writing! — Sarah
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How To Start Writing - WN 165
Write Now with Sarah Werner
Whether you're a seasoned novelist or a newcomer to the craft, we all come to the page and need to BEGIN. It's easy to say "Just start," but it's often not that simple. This week, I have some fresh encouragement and practical tips to help you start writing with confidence. Links mentioned: For show notes and a full transcript of this episode, please visit: Thank you for listening! To support the work I do here at the Write Now podcast, you can become a patron on Patreon at , or send me a tip on Ko-Fi at . Happy writing! — Sarah
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Is "Good Enough" Good Enough? - WN 164
Write Now with Sarah Werner
How do you decide when to publish your creative work? Is there a point at which you say it's "good enough"? Or do you have a tendency to polish and play around with those "last final tweaks" indefinitely? This week, we're talking about what it means to do your best in a world where "best" is subjective and perfect doesn't exist. Get ready! For show notes and a full transcript of this episode, please visit: Thank you for listening! To support the work I do here at the Write Now podcast, you can become a patron on Patreon at , or send me a tip on Ko-Fi at Happy writing! — Sarah
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Cynicism About Goals - WN 163
Write Now with Sarah Werner
Have you ever felt hopeless, helpless, or disillusioned about goal-setting, or found yourself asking, "Why bother?" This week, we're looking at what happens to make us feel that way, and how to set our writing lives on the path to success going forward. For show notes and a full transcript of this episode, please visit: Thank you for listening! To support the work I do here at the Write Now podcast, you can become a patron on Patreon at , or send me a tip on Ko-Fi at . Happy writing! — Sarah ©2025 by Write Now, LLC. All rights reserved.
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Should I Self-Publish?
Write Now with Sarah Werner
Have you ever wondered if you should self-publish your book, or go through a traditional publisher? This week, we're weighing the pros and cons of each to figure out which method is best for you. Links mentioned: Talking Scared Podcast, Episode #003: | Sarah's indie (self-published) audio drama, The Write Now Podcast Thank you for listening! For show notes and a full transcript of this episode, please visit: To support the work I do here at the Write Now podcast, become a patron on Patreon at , or send me a tip on Ko-Fi at . Happy writing! — Sarah...
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Focus and Distraction - WN 161
Write Now with Sarah Werner
Do you ever struggle to focus on your writing — even on a project you actually enjoy? Whether due to internal or external factors, distraction comes to us in many different forms, for many different reasons. This week, we’re talking about tools, strategies, and habits we writers can use to find our focus again. Thank you for listening! For show notes and a full transcript of this episode, please visit: To support the work I do here at the Write Now podcast, become a patron on Patreon at , or send me a tip on Ko-Fi at . Happy writing! — Sarah
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Saying vs. Doing - WN 160
Write Now with Sarah Werner
Have you ever noticed a disconnect in what you say you want to do, and what you actually end up doing? Because I have! This week, I'm talking about some of the reasons we might experience a gulf between our desires and our actions — and what to do about it. Thank you for listening! For show notes and a full transcript of this episode, please visit: To support the work I do here at the Write Now podcast, become a patron on Patreon at , or send me a tip on Ko-Fi at . Happy writing! — Sarah
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Expectation vs. Reality - WN 159
Write Now with Sarah Werner
This week, we're talking about expectations and how they tint our reality and shape our experiences... and what we can REALLY expect if we want to write full-time. Thank you for listening! For show notes and a full transcript of this episode, please visit: To support the work I do here at the Write Now podcast, become a patron on Patreon at , or send me a tip on Ko-Fi at . Happy writing! — Sarah
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