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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.
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To get in touch with Stacy:
Email: [email protected]
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
By Stacy Frazer5
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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: [email protected]
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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