#122: Counting Down The Best Writing Tips From FWME In 2023

“My point is that you have to do the work to make the mistakes and learn.” - Savannah Gilbo The past year on Fiction Writing Made Easy has been a treasure trove of insights, expert advice, and creative hacks, all neatly bundled up in amazing podcast episodes and interviews. Today, we dive into a delightful countdown, revisiting the very best tips that get into the heart of fiction writing, and uncovering the gems that made 2023 an inspiration for writers. Read the blog post here! Here’s a preview of what’s included: [01:00] Savannah’s favorite ways to brainstorm subplots and then layer them into your story in an organic way. [13:34] The best technique to write quality fiction that readers will connect to. [21:30] Being willing as writers to put things out there that aren’t perfect. [35:09] As a writer, create your milestone list from one to ten. Links mentioned in this episode: Tip 10: Episode #98: How to Add Subplots to Your Novel Tip 9: Episode #90: How to Choose the Best Point of View for Your Story Tip 8: Episode #109: 5 Common Scene Issues (And How to Fix Them) Tip 7: Episode #82: Show, Don't Tell: What This Advice Really Means Tip 6: Episode #79: 3 Things to Focus on if You're a Brand New Writer Tip 5: Episode #88: Perfectionism vs. Procrastination: What’s REALLY Going On? Tip 4: Episode #96: 5 Worldbuilding Tips for Sci-Fi & Fantasy Writers Tip 3: Episode #104:10 Tips for Writing Better Dialogue Tip 2: Episode #102: 3 Common Interiority Mistakes (and How to Fix Them) Tip 1: Episode #108: Why Your Capacity for Zero is Crucial as a Writer All podcast episodes are available here. FREE QUIZ: Take this 30-second quiz to get a custom action plan that'll help you move from stuck writer to published author! Support the show