When you hear the word dictation, you might picture speed—writers rattling off 10,000 words a day and hitting sky-high word counts.

But here’s the truth I share in this episode of The Confident Fiction Author podcast: dictation isn’t about speed. It’s about building a sustainable fiction writing career.

In this episode, I open up about:

• How I went from an epic failure at dictation to making it the cornerstone of my writing life.
• The hidden toll typing takes on your body (and how dictation can protect your health for the long run).
• The surprising way dictation keeps creativity flowing—anywhere, anytime—even while doing dishes!
• Why dictation may be the key to avoiding (or recovering from) author burnout.

This episode is especially for you if you’ve tried dictation before and thought, “My brain just doesn’t work that way.” You’ll hear how I broke through that block—and how you can, too.

If you’re curious about trying dictation for yourself, stay tuned—I’ve got my Dictation Bootcamp kicking off October 14th! You’ll get step-by-step training, live support, and the confidence to start speaking your stories.

Dictation isn’t just a tool for fast writers. It’s a strategy for fiction authors who want longevity, creativity, and joy in their writing life.

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Free resources for you:

The Confident Fiction Author Toolkit: fictioncourses.com/toolkit

Dictation + Scrivener Power Combo Mini Course: fictioncourses.com/dictation

Dictation for Authors: Tools and Tips of the Trade: fictioncourses.com/dictationguide

5 Stereotypes to Avoid When Writing about Native Americans: fictioncourses.com/stereotypes