Author Diary Entries

Have you ever wondered how to rewrite your novel?   

If you've started to write a novel, are you feeling stuck in the rewriting stage? Maybe you’re a little lost about how to go about improving this draft of your novel? That’s exactly what we’re discussing on today’s episode of Indie Author Weekly!   

This is the podcast for indie authors, aspiring authors, and curious bookworms who want the inside scoop, tips and motivation, and behind-the-scenes journey of writing and self-publishing books.   

TUNE IN NOW to discover the method I’m using to rewrite my current work-in-progress, a polyamorous romantic comedy novel entitled Small Town Stilettos: a modern marriage of convenience. —plus how you can apply this concept of how to rewrite your novel to your own manuscript... 

Resources & links mentioned in this episode:  

• Get podcast and book updates delivered to your inbox at SaganMorrow.com/behindthescenes .
• Learn more about all of Sagan's books (including the Polyamorous Passions romcom series and the business books) at SaganMorrow.com/books .
• Productivity Magic Audit (customized assessment of your productivity problems—plus how to FIX them!) at SaganMorrow.com/magic .
• Episode 104 of Indie Author Weekly: working with beta readers .
• Small Town Stilettos: a modern marriage of convenience (polyamorous romantic comedy novel)—add to your To-Read list on Goodreads .
• Up-level your productivity, time management, and organizational skills with one-on-one productivity success coaching: SaganMorrow.com/workwithme .
• Episode 15 of Indie Author Weekly: top 10 tips for how to edit your own work .
• Reach out to Sagan on Twitter or Instagram: @Saganlives .
• Tune into Indie Author Weekly on your favourite podcast platform at SaganMorrow.com/podcast .
• Subscribe, rate and review this podcast on Apple Podcasts .

Let's chat about this episode:   

• @Saganlives on Twitter and Instagram .
• Hashtag: #IndieAuthorWeekly .
• Email [email protected] .
• Share your thoughts (or submit requests for future episode topics) in this survey at SaganMorrow.com/question 

Send fan mail! Click HERE to leave Sagan a voicemail & share your thoughts about this episode.

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Have you ever worried about what might happen if your book plans get derailed? Or maybe your plans for your author career don’t quite pan out the way you hoped? That's what we're addressing in this episode of Indie Author Weekly!   

This is the podcast for indie authors, aspiring authors, and curious bookworms who want the inside scoop, tips and motivation, and behind-the-scenes journey of writing and self-publishing books.   

TUNE IN NOW to discover what I learned when this year's plan did NOT happen the way I anticipated—and what I'm doing about it...   

Resources & links mentioned in this episode:  

• Get podcast and book updates delivered to your inbox at SaganMorrow.com/behindthescenes .
• Learn more about all of Sagan's books (including the Polyamorous Passions romcom series and the business books) at SaganMorrow.com/books .
• Productivity Magic Audit (customized assessment of your productivity problems—plus how to FIX them!) at SaganMorrow.com/magic .
• Episode 105 of Indie Author Weekly: when to press "pause" on a book project .
• Small Town Stilettos: a modern marriage of convenience (polyamorous romantic comedy novel)—add to your To-Read list on Goodreads .
• Up-level your productivity, time management, and organizational skills with one-on-one productivity success coaching: SaganMorrow.com/workwithme .
• Episode 44 of Indie Author Weekly: how to use mind mapping to write a book
• Reach out to Sagan on Twitter or Instagram: @Saganlives .
• Tune into Indie Author Weekly on your favourite podcast platform at SaganMorrow.com/podcast .
• Subscribe, rate and review this podcast on Apple Podcasts .

Let's chat about this episode:

• @Saganlives on Twitter and Instagram .
• Hashtag: #IndieAuthorWeekly .
• Email [email protected] .
• Share your thoughts (or submit requests for future episode topics) in this survey at SaganMorrow.com/question 

Send fan mail! Click HERE to leave Sagan a voicemail & share your thoughts about this episode.

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Have you ever wondered what it's like to write a lengthy book series (such as my 9-book Polyamorous Passions romcom series)? In this episode, we're doing a Q&A! Get your answers to 5 big questions about how to write a book series.  

This is the podcast for indie authors, aspiring authors, and curious bookworms who want the inside scoop, tips and motivation, and behind-the-scenes journey of writing and self-publishing books.    

TUNE IN NOW to discover what you need to know about writing a book series—dispelling the biggest myth about writing a book series, plus tips on how to ensure continuity across your books, what to think about when including recaps in your books, how to handle character development, and more...  

Resources & links mentioned in this episode:  

• Get podcast and book updates delivered to your inbox at SaganMorrow.com/behindthescenes .
• Learn more about all of Sagan's books (including the Polyamorous Passions romcom series and the business books) at SaganMorrow.com/books .
• Business For Authors: virtual events .
• Dianna Gunn on Twitter .
• Up-level your productivity, time management, and organizational skills with one-on-one productivity success coaching: SaganMorrow.com/workwithme .
• Episode 44 of Indie Author Weekly: how to use mind mapping to write a book
• Reach out to Sagan on Twitter or Instagram: @Saganlives .
• Tune into Indie Author Weekly on your favourite podcast platform at SaganMorrow.com/podcast .
• Subscribe, rate and review this podcast on Apple Podcasts .

Let's chat about this episode:

• @Saganlives on Twitter and Instagram .
• Hashtag: #IndieAuthorWeekly .
• Email [email protected] .
• Share your thoughts (or submit requests for future episode topics) in this survey at SaganMorrow.com/question 

Send fan mail! Click HERE to leave Sagan a voicemail & share your thoughts about this episode.

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Are you the type of write who equates creativity to joy... or do you have more of a tortured, struggling artist thing going on? That’s exactly what we’re discussing on today’s episode of Indie Author Weekly!  

This is the podcast for indie authors, aspiring authors, and curious bookworms who want the inside scoop, tips and motivation, and behind-the-scenes journey of writing and self-publishing books.    

TUNE IN NOW to discover why you can be happy AND creative, and why you don't need to rely on your pain in order to be creative—plus get some creativity homework!...   

Resources & links mentioned in this episode: 

• Get podcast and book updates delivered to your inbox at SaganMorrow.com/behindthescenes .
• Learn more about all of Sagan's books (including the Polyamorous Passions series and the business books) at SaganMorrow.com/books .
• Become a Productivity Powerhouse: SaganMorrow.com/powerhouse .
• Small Town Stilettos: a modern marriage of convenience (polyamorous romantic comedy novel)—add to your To-Read list on Goodreads .
• Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert . 
• Get support in processing imposter syndrome (and guidance along your writer journey) with one-on-one productivity success coaching: SaganMorrow.com/workwithme .
• Reach out to Sagan on Twitter or Instagram: @Saganlives .
• Tune into Indie Author Weekly on your favourite podcast platform at SaganMorrow.com/podcast .
• Subscribe, rate and review this podcast on Apple Podcasts .

Let's chat about this episode: 

• @Saganlives on Twitter and Instagram .
• Hashtag: #IndieAuthorWeekly .
• Email [email protected] .
• Share your thoughts (or submit requests for future episode topics) in this survey at SaganMorrow.com/question 

Send fan mail! Click HERE to leave Sagan a voicemail & share your thoughts about this episode.

Support the show

Have you ever struggled with imposter syndrome? Well, that’s exactly what we’re discussing on today’s episode of Indie Author Weekly!  

This is the podcast for indie authors, aspiring authors, and curious bookworms who want the inside scoop, tips and motivation, and behind-the-scenes journey of writing and self-publishing books.    

TUNE IN NOW to discover why imposter syndrome is NOT real, plus 7 steps for shifting out of it (you can achieve this in a matter of seconds!)...  

Resources & links mentioned in this episode:  

• Get podcast and book updates delivered to your inbox at SaganMorrow.com/behindthescenes .
• Learn more about all of Sagan's books (including the Polyamorous Passions series and the business books) at SaganMorrow.com/books .
• Episode 106 of Indie Author Weekly: Dealing with imposter syndrome . 
• Get support in processing imposter syndrome (and guidance along your writer journey) with one-on-one productivity success coaching: SaganMorrow.com/workwithme .
• Reach out to Sagan on Twitter or Instagram: @Saganlives .
• Tune into Indie Author Weekly on your favourite podcast platform at SaganMorrow.com/podcast .
• Subscribe, rate and review this podcast on Apple Podcasts .

Let's chat about this episode: 

• @Saganlives on Twitter and Instagram .
• Hashtag: #IndieAuthorWeekly .
• Email [email protected] .
• Share your thoughts (or submit requests for future episode topics) in this survey at SaganMorrow.com/question 

Send fan mail! Click HERE to leave Sagan a voicemail & share your thoughts about this episode.

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Today, I'm reading an excerpt from Her Bad Idea, which is Book 7 in my Polyamorous Passions series. Her Bad Idea follows the story of Scarlett, a burlesque dancer, as she tries to save her business… it’s a forced proximity, enemies to lovers romantic comedy, complete with a fake relationship. This is an excerpt from chapter 1, when she meets her love interest!  

Indie Author Weekly is the podcast for indie authors, aspiring authors, and curious bookworms who want the inside scoop, tips and motivation, and behind-the-scenes journey of writing and self-publishing books.   

TUNE IN NOW to get the excerpt from this romcom...  

Resources & links mentioned in this episode:  

• Get podcast and book updates delivered to your inbox at SaganMorrow.com/behindthescenes .
• Learn more about all of Sagan's books (including the Polyamorous Passions series and the business books) at SaganMorrow.com/books .
• Grab your copy of "Her Bad Idea" (Book 7 in the Polyamorous Passions series) on Kobo . 
• Grab your copy of "Her Bad Idea" (Book 7 in the Polyamorous Passions series) on Amazon .   
• Reach out to Sagan on Twitter or Instagram: @Saganlives .
• Tune into Indie Author Weekly on your favourite podcast platform at SaganMorrow.com/podcast .
• Subscribe, rate and review this podcast on Apple Podcasts .

Let's chat about this episode:  

• @Saganlives on Twitter and Instagram .
• Hashtag: #IndieAuthorWeekly .
• Email [email protected] .
• Share your thoughts (or submit requests for future episode topics) in this survey at SaganMorrow.com/question 

Send fan mail! Click HERE to leave Sagan a voicemail & share your thoughts about this episode.

Support the show

Have you ever felt guilty because you feel like you *should* be writing, but you’re not doing it? Well, that’s exactly what we’re discussing on today’s episode of Indie Author Weekly!  

This is the podcast for indie authors, aspiring authors, and curious bookworms who want the inside scoop, tips and motivation, and behind-the-scenes journey of writing and self-publishing books.    

TUNE IN NOW to get some encouragement and a writing pep talk if you are feeling guilty or ashamed about not writing...  

Resources & links mentioned in this episode:

• Get podcast and book updates delivered to your inbox at SaganMorrow.com/behindthescenes .
• Learn more about all of Sagan's books (including the Polyamorous Passions series and the business books) at SaganMorrow.com/books .
• Episode 93 of Indie Author Weekly: writing meditation to help you more easily, smoothly get into the right headspace for writing . 
• Episode 65 of Indie Author Weekly: 10 tips for how to beat writer’s block .
• Episode 75 of Indie Author Weekly: the #1 thing you can do to make writing easier .
• Read the GabStack—a Xena: Warrior Princess rewatch substack (two 30-something sisters rewatch Xena, 25 years later... and bring YOU along for the ride): SaganMorrow.com/gabstack .
• 3 Steps to 10x Your Productivity training: SaganMorrow.com/training .
• Reach out to Sagan on Twitter or Instagram: @Saganlives .
• Tune into Indie Author Weekly on your favourite podcast platform at SaganMorrow.com/podcast .
• Subscribe, rate and review this podcast on Apple Podcasts .

Let's chat about this episode:

• @Saganlives on Twitter and Instagram .
• Hashtag: #IndieAuthorWeekly .
• Email [email protected] .
• Share your thoughts (or submit requests for future episode topics) in this survey at SaganMorrow.com/question 

Send fan mail! Click HERE to leave Sagan a voicemail & share your thoughts about this episode.

Support the show

Have you ever thought about co-writing a project with a friend? This episode of Indie Author Weekly features my brand-new project (a Xena: Warrior Princess rewatch substack called the GabStack), plus 5 tips for YOU to consider if you're entering into a co-writing project.  

This is the podcast for indie authors, aspiring authors, and curious bookworms who want the inside scoop, tips and motivation, and behind-the-scenes journey of writing and self-publishing books.   

TUNE IN NOW to get 5 tips for your next co-writing project—and learn all about my new, very silly and delightful, super niche weekly Xena newsletter...   

Resources & links mentioned in this episode:  

• Get podcast and book updates delivered to your inbox at SaganMorrow.com/behindthescenes .
• Learn more about all of Sagan's books (including the Polyamorous Passions series and the business books) at SaganMorrow.com/books .
• Read the GabStack—a Xena: Warrior Princess rewatch substack (two 30-something sisters rewatch Xena, 25 years later... and bring YOU along for the ride): SaganMorrow.com/gabstack .
• 3 Steps to 10x Your Productivity training: SaganMorrow.com/training .
• Reach out to Sagan on Twitter or Instagram: @Saganlives .
• Tune into Indie Author Weekly on your favourite podcast platform at SaganMorrow.com/podcast .
• Subscribe, rate and review this podcast on Apple Podcasts .

Let's chat about this episode: 

• @Saganlives on Twitter and Instagram .
• Hashtag: #IndieAuthorWeekly .
• Email [email protected] .
• Share your thoughts (or submit requests for future episode topics) in this survey at SaganMorrow.com/question 

Send fan mail! Click HERE to leave Sagan a voicemail & share your thoughts about this episode.

Support the show

Have you ever struggled to think of new story ideas, and wished you could tap into your everyday life for epic creative ideas? Well, that’s exactly what you’re getting on today’s episode of Indie Author Weekly!  

This is the podcast for indie authors, aspiring authors, and curious bookworms who want the inside scoop, tips and motivation, and behind-the-scenes journey of writing and self-publishing books.   

TUNE IN NOW to get 7 examples for tapping into your creativity and inspiration from everyday life...   

Resources & links mentioned in this episode:

• Get podcast and book updates delivered to your inbox at SaganMorrow.com/behindthescenes .
• Learn more about all of Sagan's books (including the Polyamorous Passions series and the business books) at SaganMorrow.com/books .
• 3 Steps to 10x Your Productivity training: SaganMorrow.com/training .
• Reach out to Sagan on Twitter or Instagram: @Saganlives .
• Tune into Indie Author Weekly on your favourite podcast platform at SaganMorrow.com/podcast .
• Subscribe, rate and review this podcast on Apple Podcasts .

Let's chat about this episode:

• @Saganlives on Twitter and Instagram .
• Hashtag: #IndieAuthorWeekly .
• Email [email protected] .
• Share your thoughts (or submit requests for future episode topics) in this survey at SaganMorrow.com/question 

Send fan mail! Click HERE to leave Sagan a voicemail & share your thoughts about this episode.

Support the show

Have you ever wished you could get productivity tips that actually SUPPORT you, as a multi-passionate creative? Well, that’s exactly what you’re getting on today’s episode of Indie Author Weekly!  

This is the podcast for indie authors, aspiring authors, and curious bookworms who want the inside scoop, tips and motivation, and behind-the-scenes journey of writing and self-publishing books.   

TUNE IN NOW to get a few tips for 3 big productivity problem areas you're currently experiencing...  

Resources & links mentioned in this episode:

• Get podcast and book updates delivered to your inbox at SaganMorrow.com/behindthescenes .
• Learn more about all of Sagan's books (including the Polyamorous Passions series and the business books) at SaganMorrow.com/books .
• 3 Steps to 10x Your Productivity training: SaganMorrow.com/training .
• Reach out to Sagan on Twitter or Instagram: @Saganlives .
• Tune into Indie Author Weekly on your favourite podcast platform at SaganMorrow.com/podcast .
• Subscribe, rate and review this podcast on Apple Podcasts .

Let's chat about this episode:

• @Saganlives on Twitter and Instagram .
• Hashtag: #IndieAuthorWeekly .
• Email [email protected] .
• Share your thoughts (or submit requests for future episode topics) in this survey at SaganMorrow.com/question 

Send fan mail! Click HERE to leave Sagan a voicemail & share your thoughts about this episode.

Support the show