245 episodes

A podcast for all writers (aspiring to professional) looking to find a healthy work/life/writing balance. Get the encouragement, honest advice, and inspiration you need to pursue your passion and write every day. Recurring themes include books, coffee, rainy days, truth, beauty, lasers, dinosaurs, and all of your other favorite things.

Write Now with Sarah Werner Sarah Rhea Werner

    • Arts
    • 4.7 • 34 Ratings

A podcast for all writers (aspiring to professional) looking to find a healthy work/life/writing balance. Get the encouragement, honest advice, and inspiration you need to pursue your passion and write every day. Recurring themes include books, coffee, rainy days, truth, beauty, lasers, dinosaurs, and all of your other favorite things.

    Expectation vs. Reality

    Expectation vs. Reality

    This week, we're talking about expectations and how they tint our reality and shape our experiences... and what we can REALLY expect if we want to write full-time.
    Thank you for listening! For show notes and a full transcript of this episode, please visit: https://www.sarahwerner.com/expectation-vs-reality-wn-159/ 
    To support the work I do here at the Write Now podcast, become a patron on Patreon at  https://patreon.com/sarahrheawerner, or send me a tip on Ko-Fi at https://ko-fi.com/sarahwerner.
    Happy writing!
    — Sarah

    • 33 min
    Being A Slow Writer

    Being A Slow Writer

    No matter how much coffee I drink, I’m never able to write as quickly as I want to. This week, we’re taking a look at what it means to be a "slow writer" — and all of the baggage that comes along with it.
    Thank you for listening! For show notes and a full transcript of this episode, please visit: https://www.sarahwerner.com/ 
    To support the work I do here at the Write Now podcast, become a patron on Patreon at  https://patreon.com/sarahrheawerner, or send me a tip on Ko-Fi at https://ko-fi.com/sarahwerner.
    Happy writing!
    — Sarah

    • 32 min
    Consistency For Writers - WN 157

    Consistency For Writers - WN 157

    Creating consistently strengthens your command of the craft and builds trust with your audience. But if you're anything like me, creating on a consistent basis feels impossible. Why are we like this? What do we do when we fail to live up to our own — and others' — standards?
    Thank you for listening! For show notes and a full transcript of this episode, please visit: https://www.sarahwerner.com/consistency-for-writers-wn-157/ 
    To support the work I do here at the Write Now podcast, become a patron on Patreon! https://patreon.com/sarahrheawerner 
    Happy writing!
    — Sarah

    • 31 min
    When Your Writing Dreams Change

    When Your Writing Dreams Change

    What happens when your childhood dream feels like it's no longer achievable? What does it mean if (and when) your five-year plan goes off the rails? Today we're talking about what happens when our writing dreams change — and what it means for us as creators.
    For show notes and a full episode transcription, please visit: https://www.sarahwerner.com/when-your-writing-dreams-change-wn-156/ 
    To support the work I do here at the Write Now podcast, become a patron on Patreon! https://patreon.com/sarahrheawerner
    Thank you as always for listening, and happy writing!
    — Sarah

    • 34 min
    It's Good To Have A Hobby - WN 155

    It's Good To Have A Hobby - WN 155

    What is writing to you — a hobby, a second job, a meditative practice? Something else? All of the above? This week, we’re talking about the role of writing in our lives and how we can feel more satisfied and fulfilled in doing what we love.
    For show notes and a full episode transcription, please visit: https://www.sarahwerner.com/its-good-to-have-a-hobby-wn-155/ 
    To support the work I do here at the Write Now podcast, become a patron on Patreon! https://patreon.com/sarahrheawerner 
    Thank you as always for listening, and happy writing!
    — Sarah

    • 28 min
    Selling Art Or Selling Out? with Asa Merritt

    Selling Art Or Selling Out? with Asa Merritt

    How should we navigate selling our creative work? I speak with Asa Merritt about pitching a project, which hill(s) to die on, and the pros and cons of telling a personal story on a commercial platform.
    TRIGGER WARNING: This podcast episode contains mention of suicide. If you or someone you know is struggling, please talk to someone you trust, contact your local crisis center, or (if you're in the United States) call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. 
    For show notes and a full episode transcription, please visit: https://www.sarahwerner.com/
    To support the work I do here at the Write Now podcast, become a patron on Patreon! https://patreon.com/sarahrheawerner
    Thank you as always for listening, and happy writing!
    — Sarah

    • 57 min

Customer Reviews

4.7 out of 5
34 Ratings

34 Ratings

AuthorStephBeth ,

Straight Talk

Sarah Rhea Werner doesn’t shy away from the challenging topics. Is it easy to be a creative? Not always. Does creativity require hard work? Absolutely! Is it worth the effort to persevere? Without a doubt! I love this podcast and look forward to listening each week.

Dana Flint ,

Highly Recommend

I started listening this afternoon while doing chores, and I began with Sarah’s “How to Prioritize Your Writing” episode (I am a fan of Sarah’s fiction podcast, and was delighted to see this one!) Not only does listening to her sound like having a chat with a friend over a coffee, her suggestions are actionable and insightful - she’s a smart lady, and she says super helpful things in a way that your ears will like. Awesome stuff.

Elinsmom ,

A Happy Accident

I had a sudden desire to write- and being of the scientific mindset, wasn’t sure of how to begin. I stumbled upon the Write Now podcast in my search for guidance, tried it on, and binged my way through several episodes in short order. I love it. I am addicted. Thank-you Sarah for doing what you do, I am slowly finding my voice.

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