The Novel Writing Podcast

Writing a novel doesn't have to take decades. Author and book coach Colleen Mitchell provides authors with bite-sized mindset tips, encouragement, inspiration, and tips for the writing process. So grab a cup, cozy up, and let's get to writing! The Novel Writing Podcast is a production of Colleen Mitchell Writes, LLC.

Podcasting since 2023 • 218 episodes

The Novel Writing Podcast

Latest Episodes

The Value of Short-Cycle Feedback

Getting critiques on our writing is a core part of improving, but what if you didn't have to wait until you finish the first draft?Enter short-cycle feedback. This episode is all about why writers ought to share their work befor...

May 19, 2026 • Episode 218 • 6:46

What I Learned from Dictating 70,000 Words

Dictating is one of many tools writers can slot into their writing toolbelts, but many who try dictation don't stick with it long enough to see real results.I took Seth Ring's challenge to commit at least 20 hours to learning how to dic...

May 12, 2026 • Episode 217 • 6:29

Publisher Rocket Deep Dive with Dave Chesson

Publisher Rocket creator Dave Chesson walks through how to use features like keyword search, competition analyzer, category search, and reverse ASIN lookup. For Publisher Rocket and other self-publishing tools by Kindlepreneur, vis...

May 05, 2026 • Episode 216 • 1:06:05

Do I Need to Write Every Day?

A common piece of writing advice from prolific, full-time authors is that we need to write every day.*insert squinty-eyed Thor Ragnarok meme*But do we, really?If your life circumstances by nature prevent you from putting...

April 28, 2026 • Episode 215 • 4:41

Publishing Myth #4: You HAVE to Be On Social Media

We've all heard the claim... you NEED to be on social media if you want to make it as an author.Or, do you?Let's bust this pervasive myth that success requires a social media presence, even if you would rather eat nails than mak...

April 21, 2026 • Episode 214 • 4:27

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