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 • 233 episodes

The Novel Writing Podcast

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Daphne James Huff on Recovering from Writer Burnout

Daphne James Huff, author of sweet kissing-only romance, burned out in 2019 after publishing 6 books in a year WHILE also working full time AND running a podcast.At the time, the Amazon algorithm rewarded constant publishing, and Daphne...

September 01, 2026 • Episode 233 • 33:07

A Case Against Adverb Hate

"Cut adverbs!" is common(ly) misused writing advice. It assumes adverbs are the enemy when they're a legitimate and necessary part of speech. It also makes newer writers afraid of using adverbs at all, which can lead t...

August 25, 2026 • Episode 232 • 6:00

How to Handle Rejection, with Steve Laube

Whether it's query rejection letters, alpha readers giving harsh feedback, or negative reviews, rejection is part of every author's life.Steve Laube, renowned literary agent and head of Enclave Publishing, knows a thing or two about rej...

August 18, 2026 • Episode 231 • 39:53

How to Find Comp Titles for Your Novel

Finding the right comparison (comp) titles can make all the difference in pitching or marketing your novel, but many authors don't know where to start. In this episode, you'll learn what comp titles are, where to find them, how to ...

August 11, 2026 • Episode 230 • 9:18

Book Cover Design, with Matt Stone from 100 Covers

If you've ever struggled finding a cover designer or knowing what to put on the cover at all, Matt Stone, CEO of 100 Covers, is here to answer your questions.100 Covers specializes in affordable yet high quality, market-forward covers f...

August 04, 2026 • Episode 229 • 45:06

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