The Empowered Writer Podcast

Bethany Hensel
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This podcast is all about empowering YOU to make your boldest moves, write your most authentic stories, and build a career that you love. It's not just about how to write a story, but how to write in the most true to you, energizing way ever. You'll learn how to break out of stuck mode and finally tap into your fullest potential. It's time to shine.

  1. 6D AGO

    24. The BRILLIANT Writing Lesson Every Author Needs To Know

    There is an absolutely AMAZING writing lesson inside of the MCU's newest tv show that every writer seriously has got to learn. It's so good! I'm breaking it down in this newest episode! And be sure to follow  @thehero-verse8586  over on Youtube for an even more in-depth breakdown and discussion of this awesome show. As always, introduce yourself and your pets over on: Instagram ‪@bethanyhensel13‬ Book your Office Hours call at theempoweredwriter.com. And subscribe to my newsletter at theempoweredwriter.com

    20 min

  2. JAN 29

    23. When You Know What To Do But Just Can't Do It

    It's so frustrating but it happens to the best of us. You want to write your story. You know what you need to do to write your story. And yet...you just can't get yourself to actually write your story.  That's why today I'm giving you 3 actionable, do-it-right-now things so you can break through your blocks.  ******* Book your Office Hours Call here. Website: https://www.theempoweredwriter.com/ 🥳 Follow me on Instagram Want to get to know each other better? Then definitely fill out the Nice to Meet You form, which you can access by clicking here.

    29 min

  3. 12/23/2025

    22. Will readers love your story? Will agents want it?

    I legit think this may be one of my favorite episodes, because this is a question I'm getting a ton and there is a very concrete answer to it.  I'm diving into what you should do if you're thinking "Will readers like my book? Will agents? Is there a place in the market for it?" These are good, juicy questions.  And we're diving deep into them. Don't forget to enroll in the Writer's Map if you want even more guidance and support. You can read more about it here. As of today, there is still some spots open to be a part of the first 20 students. So definitely don't miss your chance for the 20 Student Special: the New Year's bundle (intention setting ceremony, new year reset, and a planner dashboard that you'll love!) plus two private coaching sessions with me to talk about your goals for 2026 and the story you really want to make shine. You can become one of the first twenty here.    Watch the popular masterclass by clicking on the link below: Why Talented Writers Stay Stuck: The Three Worst Things You Can Do As A Talented Writer And How To Fix It In 2026. ******* Website: https://www.theempoweredwriter.com/ 🥳 Follow me on Instagram Follow me on Tiktok Want to get to know each other better? Then definitely fill out the Nice to Meet You form, which you can access by clicking here.

    35 min

  4. 12/12/2025

    21. My Course Relaunch! The why's and how's and all that jazz.

    Oooh it's a goooood episode today! Not that all my episodes aren't good. :)  But today, I'm talking about my most popular, transformative program, The Writer's Map, and the reasons why I shuttered its doors, reopened them now, and what I hope writers take away from it. Plus, how YOU can be a part of it's big reinvention! And if you'd like to watch the masterclass mentioned in the episode, you can check it out at the link below: 👇 WHY TALENTED WRITERS STAY STUCK: THE REAL REASONS YOUR STORY ISN'T WORKING AND HOW TO FIX IT IN 2026. ******* Website: https://www.theempoweredwriter.com/ 🥳 Follow me on Instagram Follow me on Tiktok Want to get to know each other better? Then definitely fill out the Nice to Meet You form, which you can access by clicking here.

    28 min

  5. 12/06/2025

    20. What to do When a Manuscript is Kicking Your Ass

    It happens to the best of writers everywhere. A manuscript...an idea that they love...is kicking their ass. It just feels like a Rubics cube you cannot figure out! You try everything from reverse outlining to index cards to just throwing your plot against the wall and seeing what sticks. I get it. I've been there and a lot of my clients have been there, too. And that's exactly what we're talking about today. You're going to learn four steps you can do right now to take back control of your story and do what you need to do to get it done.  Plus, you'll also hear about my secret weapon in the fight against stories that are whoopin' your ass: my Story Roadmap. It's not an outline or a beatsheet. But something far more comprehensive that truly shows you what you're writing and how impactful and cohesive it actually is. I've got a few openings left for December so if you'd like me to personally build your Story Roadmap with me, go to theempoweredwriter.com/roadmap. ******* Website: https://www.theempoweredwriter.com/ 🥳 Follow me on Instagram Follow me on Tiktok Want to get to know each other better? Then definitely fill out the Nice to Meet You form, which you can access by clicking here.

    25 min

  6. 12/03/2025

    19. A reframe to save your sanity

    It's December 3, and if you're feeling the end of year blues, or you just don't feel great about how the year shook out for you, then you NEED to listen to this! You're going to learn the major mental reframes I share with my clients, my friends, and use myself to save our sanity when it feels like we're just not accomplishing what we thought we would. So grab a pen and buckle in! And if you'd like to work together and do this with me, just click here. As always, if you enjoy the episode, please leave a review and tell your friends.  Happy listening! ******* Help me shape The Empowered Writer. And as a thank you, if you fill out the survey, you'll automatically be entered to win a 50 page critique from me PLUS a 45 minute strategy call. You can access the form by clicking here. Website: https://www.theempoweredwriter.com/ 🥳 Follow me on Instagram Follow me on Tiktok Want to get to know each other better? Then definitely fill out the Nice to Meet You form, which you can access by clicking here.

    25 min

  7. 11/26/2025

    18. How to Make Your Manuscript Unputdownable

    Today's topic is a good one! We're diving deep into the invisible thing that turns a story from okay to OKAY I'VE GOT TO READ THIS RIGHT NOW! You're going to learn the exercise I teach my 1:1 students to really make sure they're storiees absolutely pop.  So grab a pen and buckle in! And if you'd like to work together and do this with me, just click here. As always, if you enjoy the episode, please leave a review and tell your friends.  Happy listening! ******* Help me shape The Empowered Writer. And as a thank you, if you fill out the survey, you'll automatically be entered to win a 50 page critique from me PLUS a 45 minute strategy call. You can access the form by clicking here. Website: https://www.theempoweredwriter.com/ 🥳 Follow me on Instagram Follow me on Tiktok Want to get to know each other better? Then definitely fill out the Nice to Meet You form, which you can access by clicking here.

    29 min

  8. 11/25/2025

    17. Is Your Manuscript BORING??? Let's Fix That.

    Ahhh, the dreaded B word! And one no writer on earth wants associated with their story. Yep, you know the one. Boring.  It's painful just typing that. But it's just a natural fact of drafting. Sometimes, your book gets boring. And that's okay! As long as you can fix it (and trust me, you can) then you've got nothing to be ashamed or worried about. And in today's episode, I'm talking all about how you can tell if your book is boring and then what to do about it.  As always, if you enjoy the episode, please leave a review and tell your friends.  Happy listening! ******* Help me shape The Empowered Writer. And as a thank you, if you fill out the survey, you'll automatically be entered to win a 50 page critique from me PLUS a 45 minute strategy call. You can access the form by clicking here. Website: https://www.theempoweredwriter.com/ 🥳 Follow me on Instagram Follow me on Tiktok Want to get to know each other better? Then definitely fill out the Nice to Meet You form, which you can access by clicking here.

    29 min
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This podcast is all about empowering YOU to make your boldest moves, write your most authentic stories, and build a career that you love. It's not just about how to write a story, but how to write in the most true to you, energizing way ever. You'll learn how to break out of stuck mode and finally tap into your fullest potential. It's time to shine.

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