The Write It Scared Podcast

Stacy Frazer

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A podcast to help fiction writers work through self-doubt and learn the craft of writing a novel.

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From Quitting All Together to Finishing: How Bruce Buchanan Wrote His Debut Fantasy Novel

Feeling like giving up on your novel? Don’t. In this episode, I talk with fantasy author Bruce Buchanan about how he went from years of false starts to giving up entirely to finally publishing his debut novel, The Blacksmith’s Boy. Bruce shares what finally broke through his mental blocks, how community kept him going, and the role of process in quieting doubt and imposter syndrome. If you’re struggling to finish, this one’s full of encouragement and practical tips! Timestamps 00:00 Overcoming the First Manuscript Hurdle 00:30 Welcome to Write It Scared 01:31 Bruce’s Journey from Journalist to Fantasy Author 03:36 Writing Process + Challenges 09:44 The Blacksmith’s Boy 15:18 What’s Next for Bruce 18:58 Community + Publication Path 27:23 Battling Imposter Syndrome 29:10 Final Encouragement Links https://brucebuchananauthor.com/ Have a comment or idea about the show? Send me a direct text! Love to hear from you. Support the show To become a supporter of the show, click here! To get in touch with Stacy: Email: Stacy@writeitscared.co https://www.writeitscared.co/wis https://www.instagram.com/writeitscared/ Take advantage of these Free Resources From Write It Scared: Download Your Free Novel Planning and Drafting Quick Start Guide Download Your Free Guide to Remove Creative Blocks and Work Through Fears

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You Don’t Need a Literary Background to Write Your Novel

Today we’re busting one of the sneakiest myths out there: that you need a literary background to write a great novel. Spoiler—you don’t. In this episode, I share a story from a coaching call, plus my own late start as a novelist, to remind you that credentials matter far less than persistence, passion, and the willingness to keep learning by doing. Writing skills can be learned—but the only thing that really counts is that you keep showing up. The takeaway? Don’t let yourself fail before you even start. You are a writer if you choose to be. So choose it—today, tomorrow, and the day after. Have a comment or idea about the show? Send me a direct text! Love to hear from you. Support the show To become a supporter of the show, click here! To get in touch with Stacy: Email: Stacy@writeitscared.co https://www.writeitscared.co/wis https://www.instagram.com/writeitscared/ Take advantage of these Free Resources From Write It Scared: Download Your Free Novel Planning and Drafting Quick Start Guide Download Your Free Guide to Remove Creative Blocks and Work Through Fears

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Mining Everyday Life for Storytelling Gold with Christine Ma-Kellams

Debut author Christine Ma-Kellams talks about her novel The Band, a story that mixes psychology and K-pop. We dig into how real-life experiences can shape your fiction, what it takes to move through self-doubt, and why chasing perfection is the fastest way to stall your draft. Christine shares her perspective on trusting your subconscious, embracing the chaos of the writing process, and staying grounded when social media starts to feel like a trap. This one’s equal parts practical advice and encouragement—with a little humor to keep you going. Timestamps 00:00 Introduction to the Write It Scared Podcast 00:27 Meet Christine Ma-Kellams 01:47 Christine's Writing Journey 04:17 The Band: Plot and Themes 06:05 Writing Process and Advice 11:27 The Role of Personal Experience in Writing 18:46 Overcoming Self-Doubt 19:22 The Voice of Doubt and How to Push Back 22:51 Why Reading Matters for Writers 25:02 Creative Advice and Encouragement 28:54 Navigating Social Media as an Author 31:33 What’s Next for Christine and Where to Find Her Links: Novel: THE BAND Atria 2024 https://www.christinema-kellams.com https://www.instagram.com/choppstixz Have a comment or idea about the show? Send me a direct text! Love to hear from you. Support the show To become a supporter of the show, click here! To get in touch with Stacy: Email: Stacy@writeitscared.co https://www.writeitscared.co/wis https://www.instagram.com/writeitscared/ Take advantage of these Free Resources From Write It Scared: Download Your Free Novel Planning and Drafting Quick Start Guide Download Your Free Guide to Remove Creative Blocks and Work Through Fears

36 phút
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Reframing the Dreaded “How’s Your Book Coming?” Question

Nothing cuts quite like that dreaded question: “So… how’s your book coming?” In this episode of Write It Scared, I dig into why it stings, how to answer without spiraling, and how to reframe it into an empowering moment. Because progress isn’t about speed or polish—it’s about staying true to what you value and what you’re making meaning of in your creative life. Timestamps: 00:00 The Writer’s Spiral 01:27 The Dreaded Question 02:20 Why It Stings 03:27 Reframing the Conversation 06:44 The Truth About Writing 07:48 How to Share about Your Journey 09:53 Keep Going 11:01 Closing Thoughts Have a comment or idea about the show? Send me a direct text! Love to hear from you. Support the show To become a supporter of the show, click here! To get in touch with Stacy: Email: Stacy@writeitscared.co https://www.writeitscared.co/wis https://www.instagram.com/writeitscared/ Take advantage of these Free Resources From Write It Scared: Download Your Free Novel Planning and Drafting Quick Start Guide Download Your Free Guide to Remove Creative Blocks and Work Through Fears

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Stan Yan on Writing Graphic Novels, Creativity, and Authentic Storytelling

Award-winning graphic novelist Stan Yan joins me to talk about his debut late middle-grade graphic novel, The Many Misfortunes of Eugenia Wang (out September 30, 2025). We dig into his creative journey, the highs and lows of publishing, and what it really takes to bring a graphic novel to life. Stan also shares how embracing authenticity fuels his storytelling—and why representation matters. Plus, parents, librarians, and educators won’t want to miss the giveaway at the end: a chance to win a school visit from Stan himself. Episode Timestamps 00:19 Welcome to Write It Scared Podcast 01:29 Introducing Stan Yan: Background and Journey 03:22 The Many Misfortunes of Eugene Wang 07:22 Challenges and Inspirations in Writing 17:49 The Writing and Illustrating Process 25:07 Pressure Testing Your Story Idea 25:19 Outlining and Collaborating on Your Pitch 26:22 Knowing If Your Idea Works as a Graphic Novel 27:29 The Role of Illustrators in Graphic Novels 31:10 Starting Small with Graphic Novels 32:14 The Long Journey of Creating a Graphic Novel 34:32 Representation in Graphic Novels 37:41 Fighting Imposter Syndrome 39:43 Creating for Yourself First 42:47 Upcoming Projects and How to Connect 45:22 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Links and Contact info: JOIN THE STREET TEAM WIN SWAG! → TEAM MISFORTUNE Stan Yan Graphic Novelist, Caricature Artist & Instructor Represented by Ann Rose at Tobias Agency Book me for an author visit at The Booking Tree 2022 SCBWI Florida Portfolio Excellence Award Winner Kidlit art instructor at The Cuddlefish Academy Author/Illustrator of 2025 JLG Selection, THE MANY MISFORTUNES OF EUGENIA WANG (Atheneum (S&S), Coming September 2025) Have a comment or idea about the show? Send me a direct text! Love to hear from you. Support the show To become a supporter of the show, click here! To get in touch with Stacy: Email: Stacy@writeitscared.co https://www.writeitscared.co/wis https://www.instagram.com/writeitscared/ Take advantage of these Free Resources From Write It Scared: Download Your Free Novel Planning and Drafting Quick Start Guide Download Your Free Guide to Remove Creative Blocks and Work Through Fears

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Season 3 Kickoff: 8 Prompts to Set Effective Writing Intentions and Goals

In this kickoff episode, I’m talking about what it means to set intentions for your writing life—without the pressure of perfection. I’ll walk you through eight prompts to help you set meaningful goals, reflect on what’s been working (and what hasn’t), and move into the next season of your writing with more clarity and less self-doubt. You’ll also hear about the Polished Page Pack—a free bundle of tools from expert book coaches and editors to support you wherever you are in your process. Let’s set the stage for a season of growth, courage, and creative momentum. Set Your Writing Goals with These 8 Prompts First, ask yourself: How do I want to feel about my writing this season? And what would need to shift so I can nurture that kind of relationship with my work? Next, write down three writing goals for Fall 2025. Make at least one of them a mindset goal—something that helps you foster the relationship you want to have with your writing. Now, check your goals against the lens of your reality. Are they doable in three to four months? Or are you expecting too much of yourself? Be honest, and recalibrate if necessary. Once you’ve refined them, break your goals into actions. What specific steps can you take daily, weekly, or monthly to move forward? Then ask yourself: How will I actually make this happen? What’s my plan? And just as importantly, how will I get back on track if life derails me? Look back over the past three to six months. What worked for you, and what didn’t? What needs to change this fall so you can move toward your goals and feel good about your writing? Ask: What am I willing to change this season to make my goals achievable? And my favorite prompt: What do I want to be brave enough to do this season that I haven’t tried before? And finally, take a moment to reflect on your progress so far in 2025. What have you already accomplished? What small wins or big gains can you celebrate right now?”GRAB The Polished Page Pack, which is loaded with free resources to guide you through every stage of the writing process. It's 100% free until September 15, 2025. Then it’s gone. Have a comment or idea about the show? Send me a direct text! Love to hear from you. Support the show To become a supporter of the show, click here! To get in touch with Stacy: Email: Stacy@writeitscared.co https://www.writeitscared.co/wis https://www.instagram.com/writeitscared/ Take advantage of these Free Resources From Write It Scared: Download Your Free Novel Planning and Drafting Quick Start Guide Download Your Free Guide to Remove Creative Blocks and Work Through Fears

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Season 2 Wrap-up: Reflections, Encouragement, Permission.

The final episode of Season 2 is a love letter to all fiction writers. We’ve covered nearly 30 episodes this season, from character arcs to worldbuilding to the emotional ups and downs of putting your work into the world. Before we break for summer, I wanted to leave you with something real: a mix of reflection, encouragement, and a few favorite moments from this season’s guests. You’ll hear reminders that it’s okay to: Take your timeBe frustratedCelebrate the small winsKeep going even when it’s hardIf you’ve been feeling stuck, tired, or unsure where you’re headed, I hope this episode gives you permission to rest and reassurance that your story matters. I’ll be back in the fall with new guests, new topics, and more tools to help you write with clarity, confidence, and heart. ⏱ Episode Breakdown: 00:00 – A Love Letter to Writers 00:19 – Welcome to Write It Scared 01:27 – Reflecting on Season Two 03:10 – Permission to Write 04:15 – Advice from Our Guests 13:48 – Final Thoughts and Future Plans 15:40 – Thank You and Goodbye Episodes Mentioned Ep 41 Michele Regenold Ep 67 Kristin Offiler Ep 43 MK Pagano Ep 45 Trisha Jenn Loehr Ep 55 Alexandria Faulkenbury Ep 53 Demi Michelle Schwartz Ep 67 Gloria Huang Ep 63 Brooke Adams Law Ep 49 Michael Fedor Ep 68 AM Deese Ep 59 Amy Bernstine Ep 61 Gina Kammer Ep 51 Amy Nielson Have a comment or idea about the show? Send me a direct text! Love to hear from you. Support the show To become a supporter of the show, click here! To get in touch with Stacy: Email: Stacy@writeitscared.co https://www.writeitscared.co/wis https://www.instagram.com/writeitscared/ Take advantage of these Free Resources From Write It Scared: Download Your Free Novel Planning and Drafting Quick Start Guide Download Your Free Guide to Remove Creative Blocks and Work Through Fears

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Worldbuilding and the Power of “What If” with Fantasy Author A.M. Deese

Grab my free Worldbuilding Simplified guide. Fantasy author A.M. Deese (aka Alexis Marrero Deese) joins me to talk about her immersive Dance of the Elements series, how she builds layered magical worlds, and what it really looks like to write through fear, doubt, and procrastination. We dive into the challenges of writing a dynamic fantasy series, how to track all your world details without losing your mind, and why your first draft is supposed to be messy. Whether you write fantasy or not, this episode is packed with truth, tools, and encouragement to help you keep going. ✨ You’ll hear about: Crafting a multi-POV fantasy series with political intrigue and elemental magic How to approach worldbuilding without getting stuck in the weeds The power of a “what if” and the value of trusting your process Tools Alexis uses to stay organized (hello, series bible + style sheet!) Her new adult fantasy romance project under the pen name Lexi LopezTimestamps: 00:00 – Embrace your s****y first draft 00:32 – Welcome to the Write It Scared podcast 01:30 – Meet fantasy author A.M. Deese (Alexis Marrero Deese) 02:23 – Why worldbuilding matters for all writers 03:17 – Alexis’s journey to publication + #PitMad success 07:52 – Inside the Dance of the Elements series 14:23 – Building complex worlds + magic systems 20:00 – Series Bibles, style sheets, and staying consistent 27:06 – Pushing past fear, self-doubt, and rejection 31:15 – Spicy fantasy romance + writing as Lexi Lopez To connect with Alexis and find her books please visit Website: www.amdeese.comInstagram/Facebook: @authoramdeeseTikTok @authoramdeese Have a comment or idea about the show? Send me a direct text! Love to hear from you. Support the show To become a supporter of the show, click here! To get in touch with Stacy: Email: Stacy@writeitscared.co https://www.writeitscared.co/wis https://www.instagram.com/writeitscared/ Take advantage of these Free Resources From Write It Scared: Download Your Free Novel Planning and Drafting Quick Start Guide Download Your Free Guide to Remove Creative Blocks and Work Through Fears

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Helpful for new authors

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lelahlime

A welcoming and encouraging podcast for newer authors. Loved every episode I’ve listened to!
Really encouraging

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Theophile 126

I love the word: encourage. Encouraging teachers like Stacy Frazer give you the courage and know how to transform the seemingly impossible into the possible. She en-courages you, so you won’t want to quit. Give Stacy a listen. You won’t be disappointed.
Great listen

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User379

Both encouraging and educational, this show helps bolster motivation to write and fight discouragement along the way. The episodes are short, which I appreciate as well
Great Approach!

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Jashshaw

I’ve really gotten hooked on Stacy’s podcast. Her approach is great—she’s nurturing and encouraging yet honest about the realities of publishing, for example emphasizing that a first manuscript will be bad and that’s ok, it’s an essential part of a lengthy learning process, so be kind and patient with yourself. Her episodes about big picture approaches — like planning/drafting with character arc married into structure—are so helpful too. She’s now a go-to of mine for craft and mindset.

A podcast to help fiction writers work through self-doubt and learn the craft of writing a novel.

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The Write It Scared Podcast

From Quitting All Together to Finishing: How Bruce Buchanan Wrote His Debut Fantasy Novel

You Don’t Need a Literary Background to Write Your Novel

Mining Everyday Life for Storytelling Gold with Christine Ma-Kellams

Reframing the Dreaded “How’s Your Book Coming?” Question

Stan Yan on Writing Graphic Novels, Creativity, and Authentic Storytelling

Season 3 Kickoff: 8 Prompts to Set Effective Writing Intentions and Goals

Season 2 Wrap-up: Reflections, Encouragement, Permission.

Worldbuilding and the Power of “What If” with Fantasy Author A.M. Deese

Helpful for new authors

Really encouraging

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Great Approach!

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The Write It Scared Podcast

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From Quitting All Together to Finishing: How Bruce Buchanan Wrote His Debut Fantasy Novel

You Don’t Need a Literary Background to Write Your Novel

Mining Everyday Life for Storytelling Gold with Christine Ma-Kellams

Reframing the Dreaded “How’s Your Book Coming?” Question

Stan Yan on Writing Graphic Novels, Creativity, and Authentic Storytelling

Season 3 Kickoff: 8 Prompts to Set Effective Writing Intentions and Goals

Season 2 Wrap-up: Reflections, Encouragement, Permission.

Worldbuilding and the Power of “What If” with Fantasy Author A.M. Deese

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