🎙️ This Isn’t a Comeback. It’s a Continuation. (What Fiction Writers Can Learn from Taylor’s Showgirl Era)

✨ What if your next big moment isn't a reinvention—but a continuation of everything you've already layered?

In this solo episode, Sarah channels fangirl energy and creative fire to unpack what Taylor Swift’s The Life of a Showgirl era can teach us about storytelling, identity, and building a lasting author brand.

You’ll learn:

🪞 How to evolve your author voice without losing yourself 🎭 Why emotional resonance is the long game (and worth it) 🔁 The power of callbacks, consistency, and layered meaning 📖 What fiction writers can borrow from Taylor’s storytelling playbook 🩰 And how your “extra” creative sides can actually feed your writing

Whether you're writing your first book or your fifteenth, this episode will reignite your belief in your work—and remind you that you’re not behind, you’re just still layering.

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It’s time to get your Halloween romance fix! In this special episode of The Write Podcast, I chat with author Amy Hutton, whose hilarious and heartwarming paranormal rom-com Ghosted is the perfect spooky season read.

We dive into the inspiration behind the book (yes, there’s a ghost!), the delicate balance of humour and heart in paranormal romance, and how Amy crafted such lovable, laugh-out-loud characters. Whether you're a writer looking to add a little supernatural flair to your stories or just love a good ghostly love tale, this episode is for you.

Grab your pumpkin spice latte and tune in for behind-the-scenes insights, writing tips, and lots of laughs as we celebrate Ghosted and all things Halloween romance.

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In this heartwarming episode of The Write Podcast, I’m joined by journalist-turned-author Tanya Nellestein, who shares her journey of learning to write fiction from scratch—and how writing her first novel became a deeply cathartic and healing experience.

We dive into her shift from journalism to Viking romance, the ups and downs of writing as a beginner, and her fearless approach to trying new things and embracing the creative process. Tanya also opens up about the joy of attending book signings, connecting with readers, and meeting other authors in the wild—it’s all part of building a writing life that feels rich and real.

If you’ve ever doubted your ability to write, or needed a reminder that it’s okay to learn as you go, this conversation will truly inspire you.