The Write It Scared Podcast
Write It Scared is a fiction writing podcast for aspiring and developing novelists who want to learn the craft of writing a novel, overcome self-doubt, and finish their books.
Hosted by certified book coach and novelist Stacy Frazer, the show explores story structure, character development, plotting, writing craft, revision, and the mindset challenges that come with writing fiction.
Through practical craft lessons, honest conversations with authors and publishing professionals, and encouragement for the messy creative process, you'll learn to write with more clarity, courage, and less isolation.
Because writing a novel is an inside job we don't have to do alone.
Episodes
120 episodes
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...
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...
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 ...
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 E...
How to Trust the Process and Stick with Your Story with Author Kristin Offiler
What if your novel isn’t broken—just still becoming?I’m joined by debut author Kristin Offiler, whose psychological suspense novel The Housewarming is the result of years of slow, steady work—and a whole lot of revision. But the...
Letting Go of Perfectionism and Portraying Anxiety in Middle Grade Fiction with Gloria Huang
If perfectionism has ever kept you stuck or made you question whether you’re cut out for this whole writing thing, this episode is for you.Gloria Huang, author of the stunning middle grade fantasy Kaya and the Ocean, joins me to...
Finding the Right Writing Community For You
Details on Group Book Coaching with Write It ScaredToday, I’m getting personal about one of the biggest game-changers in my writing life: finding the right writing...
Writing Brave with Brooke Adams Law
In this episode, I’m joined by Brooke Adams Law—award-winning author, book coach, and founder of the Writing Brave Movement—for a heartfelt conversation on writing with emotional honesty and trusting your inner voice. Brooke gets real about her...
How to Choose the Right Point of View For Your Novel
Enter the WIS Podcast Anniversary Giveaway! Point of view is one of the most important craft decision...
How to Build a Magic System That Serves Your Story with Gina Kammer
Enter the WIS Podcast Anniversary Giveaway! Win Book Coaching Sessions + More Prizes!This week is all about writing fantasy and building magic systems!&nb...
How to Use Genre to Structure Your Novel
Grab Your Free Ticket to The 2025 Spark To Story Summit (MAY 27-29)Struggling to figure out where your story is going? In this episode, we break ...
Learning to Dance with Self-Doubt as a Writer with Amy L. Bernstein
Have you ever felt like self-doubt was holding your writing dreams hostage? Oh friend, you’re definitely not alone. In this episode of The Write It Scared Podcast, I had an incredible chat with the wonderful Amy Bernstein, author of
One Year Anniversary + Writing, Perimenopause, Procrastination, and Giving Yourself Grace
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Building Your Author Platform Without the Overwhelm with Nicole Meier & Gretchen Schaffer of Bookworks.co
Download Your Free Novel Planning Guide Let’s talk about author platforms—and before you groan, I promise this isn’t scary or overwhelming! In this episode of The ...
3 Revision Mistakes You're Probably Making (And How to Avoid Them!)
Download your step-by-step self-editing guide with checklist here! Revision can feel like staring into an abyss. Where do you even start? What if you mess up your st...
Dual POV’s and Writing Despite Rejection with Author Alexandria Faulkenbury
Writing your first novel is a rollercoaster—exciting, overwhelming, and, let's be honest, a little terrifying. But when you finally reach that finish line? It’s incredible.In this episode of Write It Scared, I’m joined by debut ...
Understanding the Flat Character Arc: A Case Study with Katniss Everdeen
Not every compelling character needs a massive transformation. Sometimes the most powerful stories come from characters who don’t change—but instead, they change the world around them. That’s what we call a flat character arc, and on t...
How Writing Short Stories Can Make You a Stronger Novelist with Demi Michelle Schwartz
If you're a novelist, you might think short stories aren’t “your thing,” but let me tell you—they can be an incredible tool. In this conversation, Demi Michelle Schwartz—author, editor, podcaster, and all-around creative powerhouse— and I dive ...
How to Craft a Compelling Corruption Arc with Case Study: Walter White From Breaking Bad
Not every character arc leads to redemption—some lead to ruin. And that’s exactly what we’re diving into in this episode.This week we’re talking about the corruption arc—the dark, compelling journey where a character doesn’t just make mi...
Live Pitching vs. Cold Querying: Insights from Author and Agent Amy Nielsen
Querying is hard. Sending email after email, waiting for months (or forever) for a response—it’s enough to make any writer scream. But what if you could skip the inbox slush pile and pitch your book directly to an agent?That’s precisely ...
Planning Your Novel: From Idea to Outline
Download Your Free Novel Planning Guide! In this episode of Write It Scared, I’m sharing my interview from the Be a Bestseller 6.0 Back to Basics Summit hosted by Emma D...
Poli-Fi Author, Michael Fedor on Writing, Rewriting, and Never Giving Up
Writing a novel is never a straight path. But what happens when that journey takes 20 years? In this episode, I sit down with Michael Fedor, an award-winning independent author, to talk about the long, winding road to publishing his debut novel...
Crafting the Tragic Falling Character Arc
The Falling Arc isn’t about a villain—it’s about a character who could have chosen differently but instead becomes consumed by their worst impulses. Their story isn’t just dark—it’s unsettling, raw, and real. This character...
Tips on Writing Historical Fiction with Author Susanne Dunlap
What does it take to bring history to life on the page? In this episode of Write it Scared, I’m sitting down with Susanne Dunlap—acclaimed historical fiction author, writing mentor, and all-around storytelling powerhouse.
Essentials of Crafting Negative Character Arcs + Deep Dive into the Disillusionment Arc
Not every character’s journey leads to triumph—some lead to harsh truths and shattered illusions.In this episode we do an overview the negative character arcs and then focus on the specifics of the Disillusionment Arc.Unlike posit...