21| Struggling to Write Fictional Characters? 3 Simple Tips to Create Dynamic Characters

Episodes

39 | Don't Disappoint Your Reader! Deliver on the Promise of the Premise Through the Fun and Games beat - How to Write a Book Using Save the Cat Part 8
6 Nov· Inspired to Write | How to Write a Book, Fiction Writing, Creative Process, Plot Arc, Character Development
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38 | **REPLAY** Is God Calling You to Be a Writer? 3 Reasons Why You Need to Write Your Book!
30 Oct· Inspired to Write | How to Write a Book, Fiction Writing, Creative Process, Plot Arc, Character Development
Hey friends,
I've been working on some exciting new things for our community and the week got away from me, so I thought I'd play an old favorite. This is the very first episode from over a YEAR ago! Can you believe it? The podcast is officially one year old! Even though it is the oldest episode, it still continues to be the most popular episode week after week. I hope this blesses you and encourages you.
Most of all I hope you see that you were created for such a time as this to write your book and honor God through your creativity.
With love,
Alivia
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37 | Don't Let Fear Hold You Back! Scriptural Encouragement on Why You NEED to Write Your Book
23 Oct· Inspired to Write | How to Write a Book, Fiction Writing, Creative Process, Plot Arc, Character Development
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36 | Write With Confidence! One Thing That Can Keep You From Getting Stuck in The Messy Middle - Save the Cat Part 7: B Story
16 Oct· Inspired to Write | How to Write a Book, Fiction Writing, Creative Process, Plot Arc, Character Development
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35 | Stop Living in Fear and Start Writing Your Book! Shutting Down 3 Lies That Keep Us Stuck
9 Oct· Inspired to Write | How to Write a Book, Fiction Writing, Creative Process, Plot Arc, Character Development
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34 | Struggling to Get Started? 3 Journal Prompts to Overcome Resistance as an Aspiring Christain Fiction Author
25 Sep· Inspired to Write | How to Write a Book, Fiction Writing, Creative Process, Plot Arc, Character Development
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33 | Keep Your Story Structure from Unraveling! How to Write a Book Using Save the Cat Part 6 - Break into 2
18 Sep· Inspired to Write | How to Write a Book, Fiction Writing, Creative Process, Plot Arc, Character Development
Over the next 15 episodes we are talking about how to write a book using Save the Cat by breaking down each story beat. Today we are breaking down the first beat in act two AND we are discussing how you can stay on track as you write so your story structure doesn't fall flat.
My goal is for you to have a new perspective on story structure that will change your fiction writing process forever. We will no longer be afraid to start, or finish, our books. No more stalling, It's time to develop a strong charcter arc and plot arc for our books!Next Steps:Join the Free Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/fictionwritingfacebookgroup Become an Inspired to Write Insider: https://inspiredtowriteinsider.grwebsite.com/
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32 | Does God Care About My Creativity? 3 Things You Need to Know as a Christain Creative
11 Sep· Inspired to Write | How to Write a Book, Fiction Writing, Creative Process, Plot Arc, Character Development
Does God care about our creativity? Is your book important to Him? In today's episode we take a look at scripture to disscus: Are our creative desires selfish?
Is creativity irresponsible?
What if God is waiting for me to wake up and do something more practical with my life?
And more...If you've ever had any of these doubts, I'm glad you're here!
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31 | How to Write a Book Using Save the Cat Part 5 - The Debate
4 Sep· Inspired to Write | How to Write a Book, Fiction Writing, Creative Process, Plot Arc, Character Development
Over the next 15 episodes we are breaking down each story beat in Save the Cat so we can outline with confidence!Today we are breaking down the final beat in act one - The Debate!
My goal is for you to have a new perspective on story structure that will change your fiction writing process forever. We will no longer be afraid to start, or finish, our books. No more stalling, It's time to develop a strong charcter arc and plot arc for our stories!Next Steps:Join the Free Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/fictionwritingfacebookgroup Become an Inspired to Write Insider: https://inspiredtowriteinsider.grwebsite.com/
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30 | Afraid Your Story Isn't Going Anywhere? How to Write a Book Using Save the Cat Part 4 - The Catalyst
28 Aug· Inspired to Write | How to Write a Book, Fiction Writing, Creative Process, Plot Arc, Character Development
Over the next 15 episodes we are going to be breaking down each story beat in Save the Cat so we can outline with confidence!
Today is all about the catalyst.
My goal is for you to have a new perspective on story structure that will change your fiction writing process forever. We will no longer be afraid to start, or finish, our books. No more stalling, It's time to develop a strong charcter arc and plot arc for our stories!Next Steps:Join the Free Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/fictionwritingfacebookgroup Become an Inspired to Write Insider: https://inspiredtowriteinsider.grwebsite.com/
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29 | Struggling with Set up? How to Write a Book Using Save the Cat Part 3 - Set Up
21 Aug· Inspired to Write | How to Write a Book, Fiction Writing, Creative Process, Plot Arc, Character Development
Over the next 15 episodes we are going to be breaking down each story beat in Save the Cat so we can outline with confidence!Today we are breaking down act one beat three: The Set Up.
What is included in the set up?
What do we need to set up?
What is the best way to introduce all of the information?
I hope you are ready, we are going to cover all of this and more!
My goal is for you to have a new perspective on story structure that will change your fiction writing process forever. We will no longer be afraid to start, or finish, our books. No more stalling, It's time to develop a strong charcter arc and plot arc for our stories!Next Steps:Join the Free Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/fictionwritingfacebookgroup Become an Inspired to Write Insider: https://inspiredtowriteinsider.grwebsite.com/
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28 | Communicate Theme Without Losing Your Audience! How to Write a Book Using Save the Cat Part 2 - Theme Stated
14 Aug· Inspired to Write | How to Write a Book, Fiction Writing, Creative Process, Plot Arc, Character Development
Over the next 15 episodes we are going to be breaking down each story beat in Save the Cat so we can outline with confidence!Think of it as your clear road map to fiction writing!
Today is all about theme! My goal is for you to have a new perspective on story structure that will change your writing process forever. We will no longer be afraid to start, or finish, our books. No more stalling, It's time to develop a strong character arc and plot arc for our books!Next Steps:Join the Free Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/fictionwritingfacebookgroup Become an Inspired to Write Insider: https://inspiredtowriteinsider.grwebsite.com/
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27 | Afraid to Start? How to Write a Book Using Save the Cat Part 1 - Opening Image
7 Aug· Inspired to Write | How to Write a Book, Fiction Writing, Creative Process, Plot Arc, Character Development
Openings are hard. Outlining is hard. Writing a book is hard. But there is a way through the fog my friends! Over the next 15 episodes we are going to be breaking down each story beat in Save the Cat so we can outline with confidence!Think of it as your clear road map to fiction writing! My goal is for you to have a new perspective on story structure that will change your writing process forever. We will no longer be afraid to start, or finish, our books. no more stalling, It's time to develop a strong plot arc for our stories!Next Steps:Join the Free Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/fictionwritingfacebookgroup Become an Inspired to Write Insider: https://inspiredtowriteinsider.grwebsite.com/
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26 | Are you a Aspiring Author? 3 Things you NEED to know if You Are Serious About Finishing Your Book!
31 Jul· Inspired to Write | How to Write a Book, Fiction Writing, Creative Process, Plot Arc, Character Development
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25 | Want to Write a Book but Don't Want to Put Your Faith Inside? Listen Here!
24 Jul· Inspired to Write | How to Write a Book, Fiction Writing, Creative Process, Plot Arc, Character Development
Do we need a "come to Jesus" scene in our books?If you love God and you love telling stories, you might be asking yourself, "What is the right balance between honoring God and staying authentic to the plot of my story? I am so glad you are here because I believe we don't need a "come to Jesus" moment in our fiction books to be a reflection of Jesus. Can't wait to discuss this with you! Enjoy today's eposide. Next Steps:Join the Free Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/fictionwritingfacebookgroup Become an Inspired to Write Insider: https://inspiredtowriteinsider.grwebsite.com/
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24 | Are You EMBARRASSED to Admit How Long You've Been Writing Your Book? How to Finish Your Book, Even When You Have No Time!
17 Jul· Inspired to Write | How to Write a Book, Fiction Writing, Creative Process, Plot Arc, Character Development
Almost every single aspiring author I've met was too embarrassed to admit how long they have been working on their book. They dodged the question like it was a poisoned dart. Seriously. The more I pressed for an answer, the more they ran for cover. I remember that feeling like it was yesterday.That's why in todays episode I give practical tips and tricks to help you FINISH YOUR BOOK even when you have little to no time! Next Steps:Join the Free Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/fictionwritingfacebookgroup Become an Inspired to Write Insider: https://inspiredtowriteinsider.grwebsite.com/
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23 | 3 Common Fears That Hold Us Back as Aspiring Authors
3 Jul· Inspired to Write | How to Write a Book, Fiction Writing, Creative Process, Plot Arc, Character Development
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22 | Afraid of Sounding Preachy? The Secret to Honoring God Through Your Writing
26 Jun· Inspired to Write | How to Write a Book, Fiction Writing, Creative Process, Plot Arc, Character Development
The number one struggle I hear from christain writers is they are afraid of sounding preachy. How can we overcome this fear, tell a great story, and honor God through it all? We are covering all of that and more in todays episode! Next Steps:Join the Free Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/fictionwritingfacebookgroup Become an Inspired to Write Insider: https://inspiredtowriteinsider.grwebsite.com/
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21| Struggling to Write Fictional Characters? 3 Simple Tips to Create Dynamic Characters
19 Jun· Inspired to Write | How to Write a Book, Fiction Writing, Creative Process, Plot Arc, Character Development
Getting to know our fictional characters can be a challenge, but it is crucial to the success of our novels. Character development worksheets don't always work. Most do not ask the right questions in order to help write a strong character arc, and often leave us confused and unsure of who the heck these people even are. That is why in todays episode we are talking about three simple tips to write dynamic characters. How do you know if your story has strong character development? Listen to todays episode and find out! Next Steps:Join the Free Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/fictionwritingfacebookgroup Become an Inspired to Write Insider: https://inspiredtowriteinsider.grwebsite.com/
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20 | Frustrated with Limited Creative Growth? Grow your Creative Writing Skills in Under 10 Minutes a Day
12 Jun· Inspired to Write | How to Write a Book, Fiction Writing, Creative Process, Plot Arc, Character Development
We all have limited time for our creativity, so how do we prioritize creative growth when we have so many other things fighting for our attention? In today's episode we discuss how to grow our creative writing skills in under 10 minutes a day. Once you listen, you can have confidence knowing you can balance the demands of life without sacrificing your author dreams! Next Steps:Join the Free Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/fictionwritingfacebookgroup Become an Inspired to Write Insider: https://inspiredtowriteinsider.grwebsite.com/
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Episodes

39 | Don't Disappoint Your Reader! Deliver on the Promise of the Premise Through the Fun and Games beat - How to Write a Book Using Save the Cat Part 8

38 | REPLAY Is God Calling You to Be a Writer? 3 Reasons Why You Need to Write Your Book!

37 | Don't Let Fear Hold You Back! Scriptural Encouragement on Why You NEED to Write Your Book

36 | Write With Confidence! One Thing That Can Keep You From Getting Stuck in The Messy Middle - Save the Cat Part 7: B Story

35 | Stop Living in Fear and Start Writing Your Book! Shutting Down 3 Lies That Keep Us Stuck

34 | Struggling to Get Started? 3 Journal Prompts to Overcome Resistance as an Aspiring Christain Fiction Author

33 | Keep Your Story Structure from Unraveling! How to Write a Book Using Save the Cat Part 6 - Break into 2

32 | Does God Care About My Creativity? 3 Things You Need to Know as a Christain Creative

31 | How to Write a Book Using Save the Cat Part 5 - The Debate

30 | Afraid Your Story Isn't Going Anywhere? How to Write a Book Using Save the Cat Part 4 - The Catalyst

29 | Struggling with Set up? How to Write a Book Using Save the Cat Part 3 - Set Up

28 | Communicate Theme Without Losing Your Audience! How to Write a Book Using Save the Cat Part 2 - Theme Stated

27 | Afraid to Start? How to Write a Book Using Save the Cat Part 1 - Opening Image

26 | Are you a Aspiring Author? 3 Things you NEED to know if You Are Serious About Finishing Your Book!

25 | Want to Write a Book but Don't Want to Put Your Faith Inside? Listen Here!

24 | Are You EMBARRASSED to Admit How Long You've Been Writing Your Book? How to Finish Your Book, Even When You Have No Time!

23 | 3 Common Fears That Hold Us Back as Aspiring Authors

22 | Afraid of Sounding Preachy? The Secret to Honoring God Through Your Writing

21| Struggling to Write Fictional Characters? 3 Simple Tips to Create Dynamic Characters

20 | Frustrated with Limited Creative Growth? Grow your Creative Writing Skills in Under 10 Minutes a Day

Episodes

39 | Don't Disappoint Your Reader! Deliver on the Promise of the Premise Through the Fun and Games beat - How to Write a Book Using Save the Cat Part 8

38 | **REPLAY** Is God Calling You to Be a Writer? 3 Reasons Why You Need to Write Your Book!

37 | Don't Let Fear Hold You Back! Scriptural Encouragement on Why You NEED to Write Your Book

36 | Write With Confidence! One Thing That Can Keep You From Getting Stuck in The Messy Middle - Save the Cat Part 7: B Story

35 | Stop Living in Fear and Start Writing Your Book! Shutting Down 3 Lies That Keep Us Stuck

34 | Struggling to Get Started? 3 Journal Prompts to Overcome Resistance as an Aspiring Christain Fiction Author

33 | Keep Your Story Structure from Unraveling! How to Write a Book Using Save the Cat Part 6 - Break into 2

32 | Does God Care About My Creativity? 3 Things You Need to Know as a Christain Creative

31 | How to Write a Book Using Save the Cat Part 5 - The Debate

30 | Afraid Your Story Isn't Going Anywhere? How to Write a Book Using Save the Cat Part 4 - The Catalyst

29 | Struggling with Set up? How to Write a Book Using Save the Cat Part 3 - Set Up

28 | Communicate Theme Without Losing Your Audience! How to Write a Book Using Save the Cat Part 2 - Theme Stated

27 | Afraid to Start? How to Write a Book Using Save the Cat Part 1 - Opening Image

26 | Are you a Aspiring Author? 3 Things you NEED to know if You Are Serious About Finishing Your Book!

25 | Want to Write a Book but Don't Want to Put Your Faith Inside? Listen Here!

24 | Are You EMBARRASSED to Admit How Long You've Been Writing Your Book? How to Finish Your Book, Even When You Have No Time!

23 | 3 Common Fears That Hold Us Back as Aspiring Authors

22 | Afraid of Sounding Preachy? The Secret to Honoring God Through Your Writing

21| Struggling to Write Fictional Characters? 3 Simple Tips to Create Dynamic Characters

20 | Frustrated with Limited Creative Growth? Grow your Creative Writing Skills in Under 10 Minutes a Day

38 | REPLAY Is God Calling You to Be a Writer? 3 Reasons Why You Need to Write Your Book!