https://www.spreaker.com/show/write-now-with-sarah-werner-for-writers-enSociety & CultureCopyright Sarah Rhea Wernerhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/08ef5c7f43af6674f2f80475ba3c9982.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/show/write-now-with-sarah-werner-for-writers-Thu, 06 Apr 2023 21:43:06 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerSarah Rhea Wernerfeeds@spreaker.comA weekly podcast for aspiring writers looking to find a healthy work/life/writing balance. Get the encouragement, honest advice, and inspiration you need to write every day and retain some semblance of sanity. Recurring themes include books, coffee,...cleanepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/creativity-survival-with-charlie-jane-anc6fe7339-4a60-4ad0-8af5-e607e5aaf792Wed, 18 Aug 2021 14:22:50 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerCharlie Jane Anders has a list of publication credits as long as my arm, so you can imagine my excitement when she agreed to let me interview her! Join us as we talk about her new books, her experience writing for TV, her past in journalism, and more!2567cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/the-writing-plateau-wnp-113af9c2cad-9601-435b-8138-844be32c28c8Wed, 03 Mar 2021 12:00:00 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerHave you ever experienced a writing plateau? The point in your writing journey where your growth and progress taper off, and you get comfortable resting on your laurels? Today we’re taking a look at whether this is a good or a bad thing, and how to...1685cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/writers-guilt-wnp-112b7dc66fc-e453-4902-8ff7-4f6fc0e8028fWed, 24 Feb 2021 12:00:00 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerDo you ever feel guilty, as a writer? It’s more common than you think. Writers feel guilty for writing too much, not enough, “selfishly” taking time away from their families, making money, not making money… the list goes on. Today let’s talk about...2011cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/from-surviving-to-thriving-wnp-11125dad727-0df0-4b21-894c-0f2cec8e1f9aWed, 17 Feb 2021 12:00:00 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerSome, if not most of us, have been in survival mode at one point or another. Survival mode means that you're barely hanging on by your fingernails, doing what you need to in order to get through the day in one piece. But it’s not the most pleasant way...1301cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/being-productive-enough-wnp-1102a4006f8-46b4-45f2-885d-3ce99053af85Wed, 10 Feb 2021 12:00:00 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerDo you consider yourself a “productive” creator? Productivity seems to be everywhere these days, and we spend a ton of time planning our days to ensure we get the most done we can in the time we have. In this week's episode, we’re going to look at...1752cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/outrunning-the-avalanche-wnp-108
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— Sarah]]>eec447a5-09f4-469c-9c8d-39f17f6757e0Wed, 13 Jan 2021 12:00:00 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerHave you ever gotten in your own way and stopped yourself from starting (or finishing) a creative project, going after success, or even being happy? If this sounds familiar, you’ve experienced self-sabotage. For show notes, please visit:...
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— Sarah]]>27f098c9-81b2-4b35-8ca5-339c9b0f3b73Wed, 18 Nov 2020 12:00:00 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerDo you ever get that soggy or stuck feeling while working on a project? The never-ending revisions, the question of, “Why am I doing this?” If this is something you have ever experienced this episode is for you. For show notes, please visit:...
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— Sarah]]>3a0961df-26a9-4b46-97b2-817e83969c53Wed, 04 Nov 2020 21:06:16 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerEvery writer faces their own struggles, from time to mindset to spelling to making money. There is nothing perfect in our journeys, and conditions will never be perfect. For show notes, please visit: https://www.sarahwerner.com/ To support the work I...For show notes, please visit: https://www.sarahwerner.com/
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— Sarah]]>2107cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/writers-risk-and-potential-loss-wn098For show notes, please visit: https://www.sarahwerner.com/
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— Sarah]]>895a2c16-78f8-4d44-82b4-7e97b1328d4bWed, 28 Oct 2020 11:00:00 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerWhat happens after you create something successful? Do you still have the “permission to suck” we talked about in the last episode? What do we risk, and what’s at stake? Is it possible to peak? And what happens after? For show notes, please...For show notes, please visit: https://www.sarahwerner.com/
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— Sarah]]>1516cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/permission-to-suck-wn-097For show notes, please visit: https://www.sarahwerner.com/

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— Sarah]]>84ceea79-25e4-4ae4-a410-022c8abe2ecdWed, 21 Oct 2020 11:00:00 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerDoes that little voice inside your head tell you that you cannot produce anything but perfection, or that you are not qualified to have the title of “writer”, or even that you are not good enough to be in a “writer’s world”? For show notes, please...For show notes, please visit: https://www.sarahwerner.com/

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— Sarah]]>ea4a6af8-d273-46f2-b8ef-ed069793548bWed, 14 Oct 2020 11:00:00 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerWhat does it mean to be in — or out of — a creative season? What happens if a period of your life shifts? Let’s talk about how to support yourself in both creative and self-health needs as life changes around you. For show notes, please...
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— Sarah]]>9413fa17-a1a7-42ec-8032-e521114427feWed, 07 Oct 2020 11:00:00 +0000Sarah Rhea Werner“Won’t you just outline already?” I’ve always been a pantser, and felt that outlining puts limits on the creation of my stories! At least those were my thoughts — until my perspective shifted in a way I never thought possible. For show notes,...



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— Sarah]]>5b689e8c-e620-4695-9d58-047c35d79898Wed, 30 Sep 2020 11:00:00 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerWhat’s next for you as a writer? In this episode, we will go over how to level up, and how to deal with any self-sabotage that might be keeping you from reaching your full potential. For show notes, please visit: https://www.sarahwerner.com/ To...



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— Sarah]]>d8b36c21-311e-4195-bf9b-4214733e7d0eWed, 23 Sep 2020 11:00:00 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerAre you feeling unmotivated to write or create? You’re not alone. In this episode we dive into what motivates us and why we tend to lose it in the first place. It’s time to get your motivation back! For show notes, please...
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— Sarah]]>1622cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/10-harmful-creativity-myths-wnp-092
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— Sarah]]>b33616b7-bbe3-4ba9-98a1-16c8f2488562Wed, 16 Sep 2020 11:00:00 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerThere are tons of lies floating around about creativity and creative writing, and from them. I’ve compiled ten myths that it’s time we expose and expel once and for all. Ready? Let’s bust some myths. For show notes, please...
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— Sarah]]>2499cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/how-to-start-a-successful-blog-or-podcasa433df7d-2374-442a-90e3-5b8a0b8d1a71Wed, 09 Sep 2020 16:54:40 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerHow To Start A Successful Blog Or Podcast2435cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/how-to-develop-themes-in-your-writing-wn
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— Sar]]>17b23456-b074-43f4-aeb5-3b8d68d1a491Wed, 02 Sep 2020 12:00:00 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerThis week we’re focusing on the literary element of theme. Theme can be expressed on purpose or by accident, and added to your work while you’re creating it or afterward. How can we be intentional about the themes in our work — and why should we be? ...
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— Sarah]]>11f74872-0de0-46db-ad11-c4fb49780dbaWed, 26 Aug 2020 12:00:00 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerAre you ready to leave your day job and become a full-time writer? This episode discusses the pros and cons of what writing full time looks like, and helps you set expectations for yourself. For show notes, please visit: https://www.sarahwerner.com/...
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— Sarah]]>2092cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/the-dangers-of-comparison-wnp-088
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— Sarah]]>40964254-04fe-4bb9-b18a-f5b1d93e0aceWed, 19 Aug 2020 12:00:00 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerThe comparison race will always be unwinnable. This episode discusses six ways that comparison can be dangerous and how to overcome those dangers to find a path that is right for you. For show notes, please visit: https://www.sarahwerner.com/ To...
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— Sarah]]>1729cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/pr-for-writers-wnp-087For show notes, please visit: https://www.sarahwerner.com/
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— Sarah]]>4af30a52-3431-49e3-9b72-ce438c9047d4Wed, 12 Aug 2020 12:00:00 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerWe’re talking about marketing again! This time, we’re digging into PR (public relations), how to get discovered as a writer, and finding what works for you when it comes to interacting with fans and peers. For show notes, please...For show notes, please visit: https://www.sarahwerner.com/
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— Sarah]]>385686bb-f0a5-4425-be3a-f6817852e62bWed, 05 Aug 2020 12:00:00 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerAs creators, what do we owe the world? And what do our readers want and expect from us? This episode discusses the importance of protecting your integrity while setting boundaries to fit the expectations of your fans. For show notes, please...
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— Sarah]]>1574cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/marketing-part-2-wnp-085
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— Sarah]]>391e2a26-6b21-424b-9343-c01322301456Wed, 29 Jul 2020 11:00:00 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerIn part 2 of the marketing series, you will discover how to create a comprehensive marketing plan that suits your needs and aligns with your goals. Ready? For show notes, please visit: https://www.sarahwerner.com/ To support the work I do here at...
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— Sarah]]>2441cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/marketing-isnt-a-dirty-word-wnp-084
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— Sarah]]>ddeb307f-a9d6-419e-9cec-09dc82dec212Wed, 22 Jul 2020 11:00:00 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerWhat's the difference between a book that sells and a book that doesn't sell? I didn't know it at the time, but that difference was marketing. In this episode, we will take a deep dive into the world of marketing. For show notes, please...
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— Sarah]]>2032cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/fear-of-success-wn-083
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— Sarah]]>4d3699eb-9324-4f52-af65-b093904b8cc1Wed, 15 Jul 2020 11:00:00 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerDo you find yourself self-sabotaging, or unconsciously not allowing yourself to grow to your full potential as a creator? You might have fear of success — and yes, it's 100% a real thing that holds us back without us even knowing it. For show notes,...
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— Sarah]]>1810cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/what-should-i-write-next-wn-082896d74bc-a04b-4381-a95b-e21973ecf9eeWed, 08 Jul 2020 11:00:00 +0000Sarah Rhea Werner"Which one of these projects should I write next?" If that question frequently floats around in your head this episode is for you. I will help you decipher which projects to tackle and when.1772cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/writing-as-leadership-wn-081af346161-c418-4493-ae68-48e13cb992bdWed, 01 Jul 2020 11:00:00 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerYou're a writer — but do you think of yourself as a leader? In today’s episode we talk about the 3 keys to being a successful leader through your writing.1622cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/my-creative-process-wnp-080
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Content Warning: Coronavirus and the resulting quarantine.

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For show notes, please visit: https://www.sarahwerner.com/when-writing-isnt-writing-wnp-077/]]>463c2b3e-88f9-4735-aa70-ff7dfce71f1fWed, 05 Feb 2020 15:16:48 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerWhen is writing not writing? I know, it sounds like a riddle. But it's actually a great question in disguise that leads to a necessary discussion of what the writing process actually *is*. Buckle in! For show notes, please visit:...
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— Sarah]]>0f8e8e1c-90e6-42cc-9c3a-922ef718b008Tue, 14 Jan 2020 02:41:56 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerHow do you know if you've set a good writing goal for yourself? Or is goal-setting for writing even a good idea? Today's episode explores how we move along the path toward success. For full show notes, please visit:...
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Thank you as always for listening, and happy writing!

— Sarah]]>2263cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/what-are-you-afraid-of-wnp-075
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Thank you as always for listening, and happy writing!
— Sarah]]>fdd03083-a1cd-4b07-bf66-e1d15824cff1Mon, 06 Jan 2020 19:19:32 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerFear shows up for us writers in a lot of ways we don't expect or recognize. Let's explore those fears — and how they're holding us back — together. For show notes, please visit: https://www.sarahwerner.com/ To support the work I do here at the...
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Thank you as always for listening, and happy writing!
— Sarah]]>1706cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/getting-back-into-writing-wnp-074
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Thank you as always for listening, and happy writing!

— Sarah]]>5674f830-d1c4-4ea8-914d-23bad196faf2Fri, 20 Dec 2019 16:23:12 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerIt's been a while — maybe longer — since you've written. And with all of the rust buildup, thoughts of inadequacy, and other factors... how do you get back into it? For show notes, please visit: https://www.sarahwerner.com/ To support the work I do...
For show notes, please visit: https://www.sarahwerner.com/

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Thank you as always for listening, and happy writing!

— Sarah]]>1755cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/how-do-i-know-when-im-good-enough-wnp-0701817a1306a84ee8a24e7486b1b0d208Mon, 26 Aug 2019 14:42:06 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerToday's topic comes from a listener question: How will I know when I'm good enough to publish — and that I won't look back on my work in 10 years and cringe? Join us for a chat about fear, bravery, and constant action.1929cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/finishing-what-you-start-wnp-072
Show notes: https://www.sarahwerner.com/finishing-what-you-start-wnp-072

Support the Write Now podcast on Patreon: https://patreon.com/sarahrheawerner]]>8c2c01624cce4be989bab4025df07abaMon, 22 Jul 2019 23:34:58 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerNot to toot my own horn here, but I am really, really good at starting new creative projects. Finishing them... not so much. Today, we're talking about the fears that keep us stuck and how to finish a creative project in a smart and snappy way. Enjoy!...
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Support the Write Now podcast on Patreon: https://patreon.com/sarahrheawerner]]>1926cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/supposed-to-for-writers-wnp-07191d336a3dd68410a996ba4336407766aMon, 08 Jul 2019 23:14:51 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerThere are a lot of "supposed to"s in the writing world. We're "supposed to" write every day, love every minute of the writing process, and punch fear in the face. But are we REALLY supposed to do these things? Where do the "supposed to"s come from?...1824cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/burned-out-exhausted-and-overwhelmed-wnp8291c13cbbae4abc9ab546aca62adcc2Thu, 18 Apr 2019 19:08:41 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerSo many of us -- writers, parents, employees, students -- are in a state of constant burnout, exhaustion, and overwhelm. Today's episode will help you identify where you are on that spectrum... and how we might begin to deal with it.1905cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/affirmations-for-writers-wnp-069b0935b0bf2234701877ad0e485d5be7fMon, 01 Apr 2019 13:15:00 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerAs if doubting our own work wasn't enough, most writers also doubt themselves. But a little positivity can go a long way. This week, Sarah shares several affirmations that can help get your mind not only ready to write but ready to write successfully...1764cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/putting-yourself-out-there-wnp-068d31f8aa7215d4baa94187a11de7648cbMon, 25 Mar 2019 19:30:00 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerSome of the most frequent questions I get asked by writers are, "How do I get my name out there?" and "How do I get noticed as a writer?" Today, we'll talk about the two things you can do to find an audience.1909cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-086-sam-boush63d9a1b8247f4a348d34668fcc9bd79cMon, 03 Sep 2018 20:47:50 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerAuthor and publishing veteran Sam Boush shares his insight into the politics behind book distribution, marketing, and becoming a full time writer.1389cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-085-jonathan-small4e5d63ff518b4629872eb61c14754b7cMon, 27 Aug 2018 16:40:02 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerWriter and podcaster Jonathan Small dishes all about the wild and wonderful topics and people you can discover when you uncover a good story.2044cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/if-and-when-someone-steals-your-idea-wnp539b750a10574836b0fda55eae152f58Mon, 20 Aug 2018 18:18:55 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerHas someone ever had the same idea as you or just downright stole it? Let's talk about how writers should handle idea theft and when to reclaim credit.2630cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-084-erin-forbesa481985e06594af3a818dacdffce16a5Mon, 13 Aug 2018 16:00:23 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerTeen fantasy author Erin Forbes shares her unique perspective on self-publishing, as well as time management and how to market your book on social medias.1559cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-083-raul-vega09d9d12d4c2b42d890a9571a6cbb1095Mon, 06 Aug 2018 16:12:43 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerPodcaster and film sound designer Raul Vega shares his experience telling stories through sound with Hans Zimmer and developing his own audible mysteries.3296cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-082-cheryl-muir_1cb39ad782b89418781cb34b98a25b52dMon, 30 Jul 2018 21:59:24 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerMedia strategist and life coach Cheryl Muir shares her experiences with personal branding, social media promotion, and thinking like an entrepreneur.1796cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-081-ginger-moran89d4b276139e4e098c7e78953407a358Mon, 23 Jul 2018 19:14:44 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerAuthor and writing coach Ginger Moran exposes the vulnerability of storytelling, the pitfalls of literary writing, and why you should trust your characters.2197cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/critics-and-you-wn-06654d83d93ec894a779f9302cf074451d3Mon, 16 Jul 2018 18:38:56 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerHow should writers approach criticism? How do we tell if it's constructive or not? Most importantly, should we allow criticism to affect our writing?2308cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-080-jason-pinter2bcfc0ee04b845a7a7861e3e3091222aMon, 09 Jul 2018 19:24:37 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerAuthor and publisher Jason Pinter talks about the entire publishing industry—from a writer's daily time sacrifices to founding his own publishing house.1508cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-079-k-a-statz8cc6e1a3fc2f46bb8ac117edacf130f4Mon, 25 Jun 2018 18:23:19 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerHorror podcaster and writer K.A. Statz shares her thoughts on writing and self worth, opening up to criticism, and the surprising merits of scary stories.1896cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-078-philip-kenney4cf11c033fd540d9b98f4e58d122c2c3Mon, 18 Jun 2018 19:49:05 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerPsychotherapist and author Philip Kenney sheds some light on the universal obstacles of creatives, the benefits of meditation, and trusting in your muse.2221cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-077-anthony-olivieri7cb89de5c12e4c42b3678aaf572e9b2bMon, 11 Jun 2018 12:13:51 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerAudio drama creator Anthony Olivieri and I talk about balance, inspiration, and building both a sense of mystery and deeper meaning into your work.2765cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-070-andrew-chamberlain7bca6d95771347efa7966ca964ef68f3Mon, 04 Jun 2018 16:23:25 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerPodcaster and creative writer Andrew Chamberlain shares advice on building characters, utilizing story structure, and listening to writing advice.2487cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-075-mark-millien6ade114b6e7f4642bd028ddd58e5af0bMon, 28 May 2018 13:43:19 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerPodcaster Mark Millien shares how to overcome the fear of creative exposure, avoid world-building pitfalls, and flex your creative muscles through D&D!1894cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-074-jennifer-blanchardb79686172cf94630a3373b5211bb1d77Mon, 21 May 2018 16:48:31 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerAuthor, blogger, and creative enabler Jennifer Blanchard talks personal branding, pursuing multiple passions, and living a writer's dream life.1721cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-073-julia-samuelf8c95487e83122cf3d7ab0ca484f3359Mon, 14 May 2018 15:53:57 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerPsychotherapist and bereavement counselor Julia Samuel shares methods of healthy grieving and finding a literary narrative within death and loss.1338cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-072-eli-mcilveen-and-sean-h3f9b3daa44cb4dc2ad17769ecb2c96e2Mon, 07 May 2018 18:09:54 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerAlba Salix creators Eli McIlveen and Sean Howard talk about creativity and comedy, hobbies and hiatuses, and the undeniable power of roleplaying games!1901cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-071-jeff-leisawitzd6adc1b21190bd639e29814c4b1cf79dMon, 30 Apr 2018 18:24:40 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerWriter, counselor, and all-around creator enabler Jeff Leisawitz shares tips, tricks, and stories to help get your creative goals airborne.1831cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-070-jewel-eliese120449bc3fd4f91836e4e2b13c6dd711Mon, 23 Apr 2018 15:16:57 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerBlogger and busy mom Jewel Eliese shares the benefits of joining and starting online communities, as well as giving yourself permission to write.1460cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-069-jon-negroni1483880981abcc624ffd17fcce39c4e9Mon, 16 Apr 2018 14:03:16 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerAuthor, podcaster, and movie nerd Jon Negroni reveals the secrets behind breaking the rules by breaking writing conventions and trusting your writer's gut.1806cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/writing-full-time-wn-06546d2771a788a2586183f918c523c68a0Mon, 09 Apr 2018 16:25:58 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerMaking the switch to a career writer is tough, but you can do it! Here are some pointers that can help your writing dream become a reality.1864cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-068-anne-bogela058fbd05ea08da5b26e1acfb5e8db52Mon, 02 Apr 2018 15:00:56 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerAuthor, podcaster, and literary matchmaker Anne Bogel talks about personality tests, the value of believable characters, and how books can change the world.1513cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-067-albert-flynn-desilver8c018aa09c0206727d665839f17a9d6eMon, 26 Mar 2018 15:38:27 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerPoet, author, and speaker Albert Flynn DeSilver talks about transformation through writing, striving for beauty, and our shared human birthright.1625cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-066-esther-goldenberg32ed2eb822082082f1e59f888b58cadcMon, 19 Mar 2018 14:32:44 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerTeacher and independent author and publisher Esther Goldenberg makes reading fun for reluctant readers and talks about children's and YA self publishing.1709cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-065-kenny-portered7699ce7daed694da337d909c11109fMon, 12 Mar 2018 20:52:44 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerComic book writer and publisher Kenny Porter chats about the essential relationships needed to make great comics, asking for help, and dealing with critics.2383cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-064-mike-papantonio7cd466ce2595ad92463c56a26690dd51Tue, 06 Mar 2018 16:31:36 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerAttorney, radio host, and thriller author Mike Papantonio exposes law myths, reveals the truth of fiction, and shares some great writing tips!1554cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-063-monica-leonelle834409389aad78d1e129f24dda676ab2Mon, 19 Feb 2018 18:48:56 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerIs there a correlation between an author's word count or financial success and the quality of a book? Monica Leonelle has a few things to say about that!1977cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-062-matthew-brougha5647d4f55274f6bc59af48b4260a485Tue, 13 Feb 2018 04:00:35 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerWriter, pastor, and podcaster Matthew Brough talks about baby steps, the ups and downs of self publishing, and how he helped his 70-year-old mother publish her first novel.2391cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-061-bob-stromberg2bf4a18ba94369f0ca5353e904b174e7Mon, 05 Feb 2018 14:55:52 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerBob Stromberg shares the secrets of living a creative life, taking control of your "muse", and rediscovering the creativity of your childhood.2902cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-060-erin-pringleee365c5d6fda64941f0a60c178fb286fThu, 01 Feb 2018 22:49:00 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerShort story author Erin Pringle shares how loss and grief spurred her to publish, as well as the therapeutic and calming power of creative writing.1555cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-059-joseph-bendoski8b4bc51854766c8762758c25a7ff687dMon, 22 Jan 2018 13:52:09 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerThriller author and podcaster Joseph Bendoski talks literary psychology, media manipulation, and the prehistoric survival instincts of storytelling.1650cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-058-audrey-knapp1a1237391ebeb2e4ea53408d03f8a5baMon, 15 Jan 2018 16:58:47 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerCan you gain readers by supporting other authors? Can you make money marketing on social media? Can you successfully self publish? Audrey Knapp thinks so!1966cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-057-alan-alda7f7665b37f290d3e9fff056334f3e5c0Mon, 08 Jan 2018 02:42:35 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerAlan Alda talks about innovative communication methods, the benefits of empathy and listening, and the joys of life's unexpected interruptions.1806cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-056-win-charles-cerebral-pa582f3ae0d179d3310f7017b5ab47352fMon, 01 Jan 2018 18:28:47 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerWin Kelly Charles was born with Cerebral Palsy, but she has never let it stop her from achieving her dream of writing and publishing books.1225cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-055-corey-vilhauer_1c9e6ea31da8fc77e2a03119596dcb37aMon, 04 Dec 2017 22:07:09 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerWhat do writers do when they're not working on their novels? Corey Vilhauer is glad you asked! Let's talk about online journalism, copyediting, and UX!1729cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-054-helen-scheuerer905dc4de451c0b1a7d56ea10431a9bdcThu, 16 Nov 2017 23:00:07 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerFantasy author Helen Scheuerer explains how exercise, daily routine, and group critiques fuel her writing and helped publish her latest novel.1598cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-053-grant-faulkner8f04ac952bc55f5c238bb12baf19b983Wed, 08 Nov 2017 04:18:20 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerNaNoWriMo Executive Producer Grant Faulkner talks about the process behind National Novel Writing Month, as well as how to develop superhuman creativity!1394cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-052-joanna-pennc34a25c7b336161c053d5d98f449c49fWed, 01 Nov 2017 17:24:27 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerScalable income? IP assets? No problem! Podcaster and author Joanna Penn shares some realistic options to turn your writing side-hustle into a career.1798cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-051-lora-mitchell6d8b8503219c3c3fcce612a6c6ed0edaMon, 23 Oct 2017 15:00:24 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerInstagram, poetry, and therapy through storytelling. Lora Mitchell shares her love of the written word and her journey to self publishing.1912cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-050-randal-greenec1568002be60e25b0f40dddd132c484bThu, 12 Oct 2017 16:28:23 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerAuthor Randal Greene exposes the secret life of a full-time writer, as well as a sure-fire way to capture 'the muse' and beat writer's block!2200cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-049-nicole-gulotta8918d5bc057214e4fc19045dd80b22e9Tue, 03 Oct 2017 21:51:01 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerFood and poetry? Yes, please! Nicole Gulotta dishes on deadline-free writing, building an audience, and rediscovering your forgotten passions.1771cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/how-to-rest-as-a-writer-wn-06422456e3242dc72465fa62049ffb1a1c5Mon, 25 Sep 2017 19:28:27 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerToday we'll take a look at what we should do if (& when) we find ourselves exhausting, burned out, and feeling hopeless as we stare down a blank page.1946cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-048-katie-cross4d1718675a4111dfd684667b26d872bcWed, 13 Sep 2017 19:47:35 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerAuthor Katie Cross talks having it all: a loving family, a legitimate writing career, and a supportive network of peers. It's possible AND practical!1973cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/tips-for-writing-while-traveling-wn-0635d245c2c9e7567b9fa612f3b7523c7b1Wed, 06 Sep 2017 13:25:12 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerTrying to write while traveling can be one of the most frustrating things for a writer. Let's explore some ways to jumpstart our creativity on the road!1526cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-047-jeffery-weaver32bb1cf5fe842adb143b031ad81df8eaTue, 29 Aug 2017 14:34:12 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerLong-time fan of the show and cancer-fighting author Jeffery Weaver shares his incredible story and talks character building, rejection, and motivation.1867cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-046-rachel-stout970007dc80fc79d367ac2d08cd9826c5Mon, 07 Aug 2017 18:49:30 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerA weekly podcast for aspiring writers looking to find a healthy work/life/writing balance. Chock full of the encouragement, honest advice, and inspiration you need to write every day and retain some semblance of sanity. Recurring themes include books,...2073cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/do-i-need-a-writing-degree-wn-0624fffa29e8f56a06dfd5a70b7c4740a46Wed, 02 Aug 2017 15:35:15 +0000Sarah Rhea Werner"Do I need a writing degree?" It's a complex question that involves factors like time, money, lifestyle, goals, & more. Work through your own decision with help from today's episode of the Write Now podcast!2164cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-045-ryan-dalton61a1b6e245bf33d87de76f81ab5e5469Thu, 27 Jul 2017 15:13:42 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerYA novelist and nerd culture extraordinaire Ryan Dalton talks about unorthodox writing, tips for green authors, and pushing through publisher rejections.2148cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-044-aminah-iman-jaqueline-s6444462cbc2e918352ba1e4b382d8c7eMon, 17 Jul 2017 15:05:04 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerA weekly podcast for aspiring writers looking to find a healthy work/life/writing balance. Chock full of the encouragement, honest advice, and inspiration you need to write every day and retain some semblance of sanity. Recurring themes include books,...1642cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/self-writing-and-self-talk-wn-061e0e486f24f04e50dee3a8190c0d83a34Mon, 10 Jul 2017 00:33:40 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerA weekly podcast for aspiring writers looking to find a healthy work/life/writing balance. Chock full of the encouragement, honest advice, and inspiration you need to write every day and retain some semblance of sanity. Recurring themes include books,...1522cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-044-mark-rubenstein41175af9c80235c046964c983b8158b1Tue, 27 Jun 2017 01:24:55 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerA weekly podcast for aspiring writers looking to find a healthy work/life/writing balance. Chock full of the encouragement, honest advice, and inspiration you need to write every day and retain some semblance of sanity. Recurring themes include books,...1468cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/wn-060-make-them-tell-you-nod3e2aeacaf2fb73cada9432cb65a330aTue, 20 Jun 2017 13:21:29 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerA weekly podcast for aspiring writers looking to find a healthy work/life/writing balance. Chock full of the encouragement, honest advice, and inspiration you need to write every day and retain some semblance of sanity. Recurring themes include books,...1327cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-042-randy-wayne-white3a0656f45df285cb7a1b655d70cb5cc7Tue, 13 Jun 2017 15:45:35 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerA weekly podcast for aspiring writers looking to find a healthy work/life/writing balance. Chock full of the encouragement, honest advice, and inspiration you need to write every day and retain some semblance of sanity. Recurring themes include books,...1586cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-041-megan-hannumd6c76bbefafb88eab256dc200b2b945cSun, 04 Jun 2017 23:54:17 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerA weekly podcast for aspiring writers looking to find a healthy work/life/writing balance. Chock full of the encouragement, honest advice, and inspiration you need to write every day and retain some semblance of sanity. Recurring themes include books,...1844cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-040-vahan-zanoyan95e667361b36575bd13b7ab7bd69691bThu, 01 Jun 2017 13:48:27 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerA weekly podcast for aspiring writers looking to find a healthy work/life/writing balance. Chock full of the encouragement, honest advice, and inspiration you need to write every day and retain some semblance of sanity. Recurring themes include books,...2694cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/seo-for-writers-wn-059979c8819a462cbcdd5d9daa2260487cfMon, 29 May 2017 00:38:33 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerA weekly podcast for aspiring writers looking to find a healthy work/life/writing balance. Chock full of the encouragement, honest advice, and inspiration you need to write every day and retain some semblance of sanity. Recurring themes include books,...2685cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/cb-039-robert-tanenbaum9f882b18f623a062c8cb058f98d26c9eFri, 19 May 2017 15:10:23 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerA weekly podcast for aspiring writers looking to find a healthy work/life/writing balance. Chock full of the encouragement, honest advice, and inspiration you need to write every day and retain some semblance of sanity. Recurring themes include books,...3004cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/all-of-the-best-writing-excuses-wn-05810b4378b19642f1103a698ec69a56316Tue, 16 May 2017 16:09:41 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerA weekly podcast for aspiring writers looking to find a healthy work/life/writing balance. Chock full of the encouragement, honest advice, and inspiration you need to write every day and retain some semblance of sanity. Recurring themes include books,...1823cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-038-renita-bryantc14c5ab50618578f8827b85d8caa2a18Mon, 08 May 2017 13:01:18 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerA weekly podcast for aspiring writers looking to find a healthy work/life/writing balance. Chock full of the encouragement, honest advice, and inspiration you need to write every day and retain some semblance of sanity. Recurring themes include books,...1984cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-037-mya-kay5970df3afaada609e0297fe09d3d2bc3Thu, 04 May 2017 10:45:48 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerA weekly podcast for aspiring writers looking to find a healthy work/life/writing balance. Chock full of the encouragement, honest advice, and inspiration you need to write every day and retain some semblance of sanity. Recurring themes include books,...1703cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/how-to-survive-your-day-job-wn-0578f54f4e89f04b6cfd3f3c52cce1aa398Mon, 01 May 2017 18:26:22 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerA weekly podcast for aspiring writers looking to find a healthy work/life/writing balance. Chock full of the encouragement, honest advice, and inspiration you need to write every day and retain some semblance of sanity. Recurring themes include books,...1921cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-036-barbara-kyle8b14a83f0ab2552b66b62e63f2b5d850Mon, 24 Apr 2017 19:52:48 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerA weekly podcast for aspiring writers looking to find a healthy work/life/writing balance. Chock full of the encouragement, honest advice, and inspiration you need to write every day and retain some semblance of sanity. Recurring themes include books,...2203cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-035-kale-lawrence2dc39f7ae6e276a8b0dfd898cfdd5705Mon, 17 Apr 2017 14:54:12 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerA weekly podcast for aspiring writers looking to find a healthy work/life/writing balance. Chock full of the encouragement, honest advice, and inspiration you need to write every day and retain some semblance of sanity. Recurring themes include books,...1417cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-034-jonathan-white07622fd959908e2249867a503010ea3dSun, 09 Apr 2017 15:59:50 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerA weekly podcast for aspiring writers looking to find a healthy work/life/writing balance. Chock full of the encouragement, honest advice, and inspiration you need to write every day and retain some semblance of sanity. Recurring themes include books,...1930cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/living-a-creative-life-wn-05620849d7fa3d369b6bb116355c4f7486aMon, 03 Apr 2017 16:10:17 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerA weekly podcast for aspiring writers looking to find a healthy work/life/writing balance. Chock full of the encouragement, honest advice, and inspiration you need to write every day and retain some semblance of sanity. Recurring themes include books,...1641cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-033-jay-greenfieldfd7e168228e6f3cbf3b0423ad55f92f1Mon, 27 Mar 2017 22:20:44 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerA weekly podcast for aspiring writers looking to find a healthy work/life/writing balance. Chock full of the encouragement, honest advice, and inspiration you need to write every day and retain some semblance of sanity. Recurring themes include books,...1833cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/how-to-prioritize-your-writing-wn-0553baaebf1cb82465940d9572eae60f304Mon, 20 Mar 2017 16:38:03 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerA weekly podcast for aspiring writers looking to find a healthy work/life/writing balance. Chock full of the encouragement, honest advice, and inspiration you need to write every day and retain some semblance of sanity. Recurring themes include books,...2205cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-032-sandy-kreps53991284d1d0569a381f9c16d37eeb84Wed, 15 Mar 2017 18:41:01 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerA weekly podcast for aspiring writers looking to find a healthy work/life/writing balance. Chock full of the encouragement, honest advice, and inspiration you need to write every day and retain some semblance of sanity. Recurring themes include books,...2166cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-031-jake-heilbrunn6c606b1a144cb40106a2f2fe3cff2a21Mon, 06 Mar 2017 12:58:34 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerA weekly podcast for aspiring writers looking to find a healthy work/life/writing balance. Chock full of the encouragement, honest advice, and inspiration you need to write every day and retain some semblance of sanity. Recurring themes include books,...1471cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/introvert-extrovert-writers-wn-054a00108a4f31ab85f7e058d545bc7a3b6Mon, 27 Feb 2017 01:24:39 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerA weekly podcast for aspiring writers looking to find a healthy work/life/writing balance. Chock full of the encouragement, honest advice, and inspiration you need to write every day and retain some semblance of sanity. Recurring themes include books,...1759cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/does-listening-to-music-help-you-write-wdfdded58a991c18becaabc3e45fc5ec9Mon, 20 Feb 2017 02:44:06 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerA weekly podcast for aspiring writers looking to find a healthy work/life/writing balance. Chock full of the encouragement, honest advice, and inspiration you need to write every day and retain some semblance of sanity. Recurring themes include books,...1845cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-030-janna-maron546a58c5cfd24271ffd3ee4bed5c7e3cThu, 16 Feb 2017 13:50:33 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerA weekly podcast for aspiring writers looking to find a healthy work/life/writing balance. Chock full of the encouragement, honest advice, and inspiration you need to write every day and retain some semblance of sanity. Recurring themes include books,...1920cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/personal-branding-for-writers-wn-052aecc335cf8cea131c4db6bf24a49fbb2Mon, 06 Feb 2017 18:48:22 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerA weekly podcast for aspiring writers looking to find a healthy work/life/writing balance. Chock full of the encouragement, honest advice, and inspiration you need to write every day and retain some semblance of sanity. Recurring themes include books,...2085amwriting,brand,branding,personal,writers,writingcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/should-i-use-a-pen-name-wn-051161dcb102a1beb411c01f956e5db44acMon, 30 Jan 2017 03:03:52 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerA weekly podcast for aspiring writers looking to find a healthy work/life/writing balance. Chock full of the encouragement, honest advice, and inspiration you need to write every day and retain some semblance of sanity. Recurring themes include books,...1823cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-029-paul-sating213938722a8d5fb1844bcacf459aa771Fri, 20 Jan 2017 04:02:37 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerA weekly podcast for aspiring writers looking to find a healthy work/life/writing balance. Chock full of the encouragement, honest advice, and inspiration you need to write every day and retain some semblance of sanity. Recurring themes include books,...2296cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/the-most-important-question-a-writer-can9dd24bba908b520df0aa7e2b6dbd7014Mon, 16 Jan 2017 02:06:38 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerA weekly podcast for aspiring writers looking to find a healthy work/life/writing balance. Chock full of the encouragement, honest advice, and inspiration you need to write every day and retain some semblance of sanity. Recurring themes include books,...1722cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-028-david-galefa336978c4fc090eefd40d5ab02455bbdThu, 12 Jan 2017 02:27:23 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerA weekly podcast for aspiring writers looking to find a healthy work/life/writing balance. Chock full of the encouragement, honest advice, and inspiration you need to write every day and retain some semblance of sanity. Recurring themes include books,...3398cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/what-i-learned-from-writing-a-book-in-1-adadb782c5d12336fbbaf36ce0bd3571Mon, 09 Jan 2017 02:06:54 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerA weekly podcast for aspiring writers looking to find a healthy work/life/writing balance. Chock full of the encouragement, honest advice, and inspiration you need to write every day and retain some semblance of sanity. Recurring themes include books,...2043cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-027-jocelyn-k-gleid500af02aa0e35443d611135d10f1825Mon, 19 Dec 2016 19:59:42 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerA weekly podcast for aspiring writers looking to find a healthy work/life/writing balance. Chock full of the encouragement, honest advice, and inspiration you need to write every day and retain some semblance of sanity. Recurring themes include books,...1803cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-026-patrick-hicks34b8030489f90be9c858bde54daa5d48Thu, 08 Dec 2016 03:59:33 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerA weekly podcast for aspiring writers looking to find a healthy work/life/writing balance. Chock full of the encouragement, honest advice, and inspiration you need to write every day and retain some semblance of sanity. Recurring themes include books,...2452cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-025-fauzia-burkedbb93f3d49868b4bd2253e57750b4645Tue, 29 Nov 2016 04:33:27 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerA weekly podcast for aspiring writers looking to find a healthy work/life/writing balance. Chock full of the encouragement, honest advice, and inspiration you need to write every day and retain some semblance of sanity. Recurring themes include books,...2299cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-024-ginny-carter5a03244b005a78da7b82acb13abe5d55Wed, 16 Nov 2016 02:31:14 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerA weekly podcast for aspiring writers looking to find a healthy work/life/writing balance. Chock full of the encouragement, honest advice, and inspiration you need to write every day and retain some semblance of sanity. Recurring themes include books,...1550cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/30-tips-for-30-days-of-nanowrimo8f7ea2201f5026143d6e5d6884351aa2Wed, 02 Nov 2016 17:44:26 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerA weekly podcast for aspiring writers looking to find a healthy work/life/writing balance. Chock full of the encouragement, honest advice, and inspiration you need to write every day and retain some semblance of sanity. Recurring themes include books,...2530amwriting,creative,nanowrimo,writingcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-023-kevin-t-johns079bf476987fbf78828a40d9a99a59bfThu, 20 Oct 2016 13:38:08 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerA weekly podcast for aspiring writers looking to find a healthy work/life/writing balance. Chock full of the encouragement, honest advice, and inspiration you need to write every day and retain some semblance of sanity. Recurring themes include books,...2287cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-022-honoree-corderce5dce166f4bbd39d21a8224b84166ddFri, 14 Oct 2016 02:22:27 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerA weekly podcast for aspiring writers looking to find a healthy work/life/writing balance. Chock full of the encouragement, honest advice, and inspiration you need to write every day and retain some semblance of sanity. Recurring themes include books,...3105cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/what-they-didnt-teach-you-in-school-wn-049715b570395be0ec38a85f0cdede1d7Wed, 05 Oct 2016 11:29:46 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerA weekly podcast for aspiring writers looking to find a healthy work/life/writing balance. Chock full of the encouragement, honest advice, and inspiration you need to write every day and retain some semblance of sanity. Recurring themes include books,...2361cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-jenny-bravo9db30ea80fc201e0ebfc2189817e445aFri, 23 Sep 2016 13:27:52 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerA weekly podcast for aspiring writers looking to find a healthy work/life/writing balance. Chock full of the encouragement, honest advice, and inspiration you need to write every day and retain some semblance of sanity. Recurring themes include books,...1791cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/crafting-your-mission-statement-wn-046760422fa29c27566e3e0867144144a24Mon, 12 Sep 2016 12:21:47 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerA weekly podcast for aspiring writers looking to find a healthy work/life/writing balance. Chock full of the encouragement, honest advice, and inspiration you need to write every day and retain some semblance of sanity. Recurring themes include books,...1966cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-020-andrew-coonsc8630e6db7c1e529d6c6d67372cabb92Mon, 05 Sep 2016 13:02:19 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerA weekly podcast for aspiring writers looking to find a healthy work/life/writing balance. Chock full of the encouragement, honest advice, and inspiration you need to write every day and retain some semblance of sanity. Recurring themes include books,...2136cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/careers-for-writers-wn-0459299ab71b0ceb106adc36e2c3bdcc66cWed, 31 Aug 2016 00:38:28 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerA weekly podcast for aspiring writers looking to find a healthy work/life/writing balance. Chock full of the encouragement, honest advice, and inspiration you need to write every day and retain some semblance of sanity. Recurring themes include books,...2774cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-019-hend-hegazie2c231487ef6a0c04a858e2040c0a9c5Mon, 22 Aug 2016 12:43:58 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerA weekly podcast for aspiring writers looking to find a healthy work/life/writing balance. Chock full of the encouragement, honest advice, and inspiration you need to write every day and retain some semblance of sanity. Recurring themes include books,...1682podcast,podcastscleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-018-mark-messick2d7cea4eea7ba2f33b5d00ee0c423912Tue, 16 Aug 2016 13:44:19 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerA weekly podcast for aspiring writers looking to find a healthy work/life/writing balance. Chock full of the encouragement, honest advice, and inspiration you need to write every day and retain some semblance of sanity. Recurring themes include books,...1426cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/how-do-i-find-my-muse-wn-044494f4ba34226533ad83c6d7510d9ecdbWed, 10 Aug 2016 01:21:31 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerA weekly podcast for aspiring writers looking to find a healthy work/life/writing balance. Chock full of the encouragement, honest advice, and inspiration you need to write every day and retain some semblance of sanity. Recurring themes include books,...1612cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-andrew-chapman4d81077f4aab533c3c37824b13ea8e5dWed, 27 Jul 2016 04:44:34 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerA weekly podcast for aspiring writers looking to find a healthy work/life/writing balance. Chock full of the encouragement, honest advice, and inspiration you need to write every day and retain some semblance of sanity. Recurring themes include books,...2818cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/how-important-is-networking-for-writers-b2d01e21f26aa615e6df0f95b315fcd7Wed, 06 Jul 2016 02:34:08 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerI know, I know. You hate networking. I hate networking. It feels so corporate and shallow and sell-out-y. But it's important for writers nonetheless. That's why this episode is here to help you navigate the turbulent waters of this essential skill.2199cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-016-melissa-johnson3c2de82329a3ee2fbdc37665949c5af7Mon, 20 Jun 2016 17:58:36 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerEnjoy a great conversation about how to fit creative writing into a busy schedule with entrepreneur, author, and my own personal mentor, Melissa Johnson.2304cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/are-there-any-original-ideas-left-wn-042d664ee791589c0e1fbd75db5a4310aa8Mon, 06 Jun 2016 02:59:21 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerIs it true that there's "nothing new under the sun", that we just keep retelling the same 3 stories over and over, and that Hollywood is out of ideas? Find out in the latest episode of Write Now!2150cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/bonus-special-announcementbf0dbc29e56d09d166c713ef5c3cc239Mon, 30 May 2016 17:56:22 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerExciting news from the Write Now podcast!236cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-015-karan-bajajce6291969f64141069e04cf0949ca087Fri, 27 May 2016 22:20:12 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerI absolutely loved interviewing bestselling Indian author (& striving yogi!) Karan Bajaj, whose new book, The Yoga of Max's Discontent, hit bookstores earier this month. Join us as we talk about the burden and freedom of a creative habit, the power of...2111cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/should-writers-be-paid-wn-041426508a6a6bf07d01f16d8fdd36e3614Tue, 17 May 2016 18:36:44 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerWe hear it all the time: "We can't afford to pay our writers," or, "Your payment will be exposure and experience!" But is that true? Should we take that unpaid internship? Find out in Episode 041 of Write Now.1812cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-014-david-faux9b177615149e33ef23e5192a2c109a9fThu, 12 May 2016 21:17:51 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerDavid is a church-custodian-turned-tow-truck-driver who is querying his first sci-fi novel. We're talking worldbuilding, NaNoWriMo, & hope in today's show.2144cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/how-to-deal-with-rejection-wn-040different types of rejection and how some of them can actually help
us to become better writers.]]>cb92a50e72cb4d82e37194e058280e1eWed, 04 May 2016 01:58:11 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerRejection happens to every writer. This week's episode explores different types of rejection and how some of them can actually help us to become better writers.different types of rejection and how some of them can actually help
us to become better writers.]]>2098cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-diane-vallere3e3862a16ebc68b89bf56475ebf767bcSun, 17 Apr 2016 23:36:51 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerDiane & I talk about finding the courage to do what you love and love what you're doing, the ups and downs of self-publishing, and what it's like to be a "pantser".1728cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/the-worst-writing-advice-wn-039http://www.sarahwerner.com/?p=1630Tue, 05 Apr 2016 15:15:13 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerThe internet is brimming with writing advice, both good and bad. Here's how to tell the difference -- and a rundown of the worst offenders.1968cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-joanna-ver-meerhttp://www.sarahwerner.com/?p=1614Fri, 01 Apr 2016 20:04:19 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerMeet JoAnna Ver Meer, a poet whose gentle and quiet spirit manifests beautifully in her new book, Syllables. Come for the poetry, stay for the friendship.2252cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-matt-paulson-take-2http://www.sarahwerner.com/?p=1595Fri, 25 Mar 2016 13:37:13 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerMatt Paulson is back, and we're talking about being smart enough to know when you've hit a wall, the perks of self-publishing, and writing on the treadmill.2157cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/give-yourself-some-grace-wn-038http://www.sarahwerner.com/?p=1578Mon, 14 Mar 2016 15:27:52 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerMy deep, dark secret is that often I don't like myself very much. I never feel like I'm *enough*. If you feel like this, you might just need some grace.1933cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-kaitlyn-mirisonhttp://www.sarahwerner.com/?p=1541Mon, 29 Feb 2016 20:35:42 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerIn this beautiful and moving episode, Kaitlyn talks about finding the permission you need to write, going against well-intentioned advice when necessary, making peace with your inner critic, and discovering your self-worth & value as a person.1970cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/de-clutter-your-life-so-you-can-write-wnhttp://www.sarahwerner.com/?p=1525Tue, 23 Feb 2016 16:05:47 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerBalance, clutter, distraction, scheduling, & grace collide as we answer the question: "What needs to happen for you to sit down, focus, and write?"1743cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/the-pressure-to-be-great-wn-036http://www.sarahwerner.com/?p=1510Mon, 15 Feb 2016 17:43:11 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerToday's episode is about how to deal with and respond to pressure in a way that creates positive outcomes (inspiration) instead of negative outcomes (crippling fear & doubt).1858cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-reshounn-fosterhttp://www.sarahwerner.com/?p=1482Fri, 05 Feb 2016 17:31:04 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerToday I'm talking with writer reShoUNn Foster, who is working to invigorate Detroit with the art of words through her Hip n Zen in the Northend project.2271cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-deane-barkerhttp://www.sarahwerner.com/?p=1427Wed, 27 Jan 2016 12:15:57 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerA great conversation with nonfiction author & web content management veteran Deane Barker about being "friendzoned" by your dream, editing fatigue, & more.3437cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/the-power-of-a-writers-group-wn-035http://www.sarahwerner.com/?p=1400Fri, 22 Jan 2016 15:20:30 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerBelonging to a writers' group can have some amazing benefits. Avoid the pitfalls & make the most of your writers' group with today's episode of Write Now.2771cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/feeling-like-a-fraud-wn-034http://www.sarahwerner.com/?p=1376Thu, 14 Jan 2016 19:47:47 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerSometimes our doubts get the better of us. Sometimes we listen to the voice that asks, "Who gave YOU permission to be a writer?" Here's how to fight back.1770cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/do-i-need-a-website-wn-033http://www.sarahwerner.com/?p=1260Mon, 04 Jan 2016 12:12:28 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerMany writers wonder whether they need a website. Today I'm answering that question & providing tips on creating a solid online presence.1687cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/your-new-years-writing-resolution-wn-032http://www.sarahwerner.com/?p=1205Mon, 28 Dec 2015 04:52:21 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerThis year, make (and keep!) a writing-centric New Year's resolution with these 8 simple tips.1726cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/coffee-break-vanessa-blakesleehttp://www.sarahwerner.com/?p=1225Tue, 22 Dec 2015 04:59:59 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerThe marvelous Vanessa Blakeslee and I chat about character agency, subconscious stew, and the impetus behind her first novel.1893cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/creating-in-a-time-of-destruction-wn-031http://www.sarahwerner.com/?p=1183Mon, 14 Dec 2015 01:46:25 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerDestruction is deeply tied with loss and grief and pain, but it's a reality we as writers have to deal with and respond to. Here's how.1621cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/my-8-favorite-writing-tools-wn-012http://www.sarahwerner.com/?p=662Tue, 05 May 2015 04:36:45 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerIn which we explore some great writing tools, caffeine addiction, unhealthy pencil obsessions, and (bonus!) Jane Austen's homemade ink recipe.2273cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/finding-your-voice-wn-011http://www.sarahwerner.com/?p=641Mon, 27 Apr 2015 14:51:12 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerWhat is this elusive element we call a voice? And how do we go about developing our own?2407cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/writing-is-our-passion-wn-010http://www.sarahwerner.com/?p=633Mon, 20 Apr 2015 01:36:05 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerYou're passionate about writing. But the word "passion" means "to suffer". What does that mean for us as writers?1589cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/say-yes-to-writing-wn-009http://www.sarahwerner.com/?p=612Thu, 02 Apr 2015 01:47:10 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerThere are only 24 hours in a day. So saying "yes" to writing often means saying "no" to other stuff. Fun stuff. Important stuff. And that's hard.1759cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/how-to-write-when-you-dont-feel-like-wrihttp://www.sarahwerner.com/?p=600Sun, 22 Mar 2015 01:44:01 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerIt can be incredibly hard to write every day. But I've found a way to make myself write (and write well) even when I don't feel like it. Find out how in this week's podcast.1988cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/who-is-my-audience-wn-007http://www.sarahwerner.com/?p=592Wed, 11 Mar 2015 19:31:04 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerYou want people to read and like (and buy!) your novel/book/etc. A great way to do that is to write stuff that people want to read. But who are those people, and how do you engage them with your writing?1960cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/walk-it-off-wn-006http://www.sarahwerner.com/?p=578Tue, 03 Mar 2015 21:14:42 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerDumpster diving. Mall walking. A 19th-century transcendentalist. And how going for a walk can help you enhance your creativity and deal with writers' block. A walk can be a great way to refresh your perspective, get the blood/oxygen pumping into your...1444cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/sarahwerner/wn-001-whats-keeping-you-from-writinghttp://www.sarahwerner.com/?p=438Tue, 06 Jan 2015 08:40:34 +0000Sarah Rhea WernerWhy, if we're writers at heart, do we sometimes stop writing? Sometimes things get in the way, and this episode explores five of those factors. Despite these factors, it's important that you still give yourself permission to call yourself a writer,...1911cleanfull