#38: Never Give Up: Why Your Writing Dream Is Worth Holding On episode artwork

EPISODE · Aug 11, 2025 · 21 MIN

#38: Never Give Up: Why Your Writing Dream Is Worth Holding On

from The Confident Fiction Author · host Sarah Elisabeth Sawyer

Have you ever felt like maybe it’s just not working?Like you’ve been trying, learning, starting over… and still haven’t “arrived” where you thought you’d be by now?I get it. I’ve lived it.But here’s the truth I’ve learned over and over:If you don’t quit, you’ll get to live your dream.In this episode of The Confident Fiction Author, I’m sharing a personal look into how I’ve been able to live the writing life I dreamed of—even though I’ve never had a breakout success or viral hit.It’s not about overnight success.It’s about staying diligent. And building something real—step by step, word by word.If you’ve been feeling behind or discouraged, this one’s for you. Keep going. Your writing dream is worth holding onto.***Free resources for you:The Confident Fiction Author Toolkit: fictioncourses.com/toolkitDictation + Scrivener Power Combo Mini Course: fictioncourses.com/dictationDictation for Authors: Tools and Tips of the Trade: fictioncourses.com/dictationguide5 Stereotypes to Avoid When Writing about Native Americans: fictioncourses.com/stereotypes

Episode metadata supplied by the publisher feed · Published Aug 11, 2025

Embed this episode

Have you ever felt like maybe it’s just not working? Like you’ve been trying, learning, starting over… and still haven’t “arrived” where you thought you’d be by now? I get it. I’ve lived it. But here’s the truth I’ve learned over and over: If you don’t quit, you’ll get to live your dream. In this episode of The Confident Fiction Author, I’m sharing a personal look into how I’ve been able to live the writing life I dreamed of—even though I’ve never had a breakout success or viral hit. It’s not...

Distinct summary based on available episode metadata or transcript content.

NOW PLAYING

#38: Never Give Up: Why Your Writing Dream Is Worth Holding On

0:00 21:27

No transcript for this episode yet

We transcribe on demand. Request one and we'll notify you when it's ready — usually under 10 minutes.

No similar episodes found.

No similar podcasts found.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is this episode of The Confident Fiction Author?

This episode is 21 minutes long.

When was this The Confident Fiction Author episode published?

This episode was published on August 11, 2025.

Can I download this The Confident Fiction Author episode?

Yes. Use the download control on the episode player to save the publisher-provided media file.
URL copied to clipboard!