In this episode, we’ll unravel what “literary fiction” actually means, what readers expect when they open a literary novel, and how you, as a writer, can approach it without falling into the trap of pretension. We'll also look at how to build your portfolio, no matter what genre you're writing.

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Overthinking Couch Topics:

• Why every sentence matters
• Balancing introspection with forward momentum in your writing
• The difference and similarities between literary fiction and genre fiction
• Giving short stories and contest entries new life

• More Writing Tips
• Weekly Writing Contests - Reedsy Prompts
• » Calls for Submissions
• The Submission Grinder
• Duotrope: Find publishers and agents. Track submissions. Get published.
• The Biggest Mistake Writers Make - Writing Break
• Free Style Sheet Templates

Music licensed from Storyblocks.