Finally Write Your Novel with Claire L. Fishback

Jan 15 2023
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***The Podcast is currently on hiatus!*** Rebrand and relaunch coming soon... ish. Hi! I’m Claire L. Fishback, book coach and story strategist, project manager, over user of exclamation points, dog lover, and your future writerly BFF. Join me every month for an assortment of wonderful writing life things! From developing your story spark into a novel-worthy idea, cultivating a regular writing habit, writer’s mindset hacks, tips and tricks to get started and finish your book, and more! Writing doesn’t have to be lonely when you’ve got me in your ears! Look, I know you’re busy! This podcast has short digestible episodes so you can get back to doing what you do best–writing your book!

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S1:E00 Trailer

Sep 29 2022 1 mins  
Hey Toucan! I’m Claire L. Fishback, author coach, project manager, and host of the You Can, Toucan! Podcast. A podcast for busy writers by a busy writer Join me every Monday and learn to write more in less time, project manage your writing life, be your own best cheerleader, and ultimately discover your path to the writing career of your dreams. I’ll share inspiration to help y

S1:E001: Welcome and Introduction (aka: who the heck am I?)

Oct 09 2022 17 mins  
The one in which I introduce myself and then some.

S1:E002: The Meat and Potatoes (aka: your new way to write)

Oct 16 2022 25 mins  
In this episode, I share the main method I preach, teach, and use to write more in less time. The main method that took me from writing and publishing a book in TWELVE YEARS to writing and publishing a book in NINE MONTHS. Boo-yah. Links mentioned in this episode: My Toucan20 Data Quick Start Guide to Writing More in Less Time The You Can, Toucan! Book Don’t forget to subscribe i

S1:E003: You Are Not Alone (aka: writers and their habits)

Oct 24 2022 14 mins  
In this episode, I divulge another unpopular opinion: all writers are alike. Don't worry, it'll make you feel less alone in your little writing cave. Also, are you a Toucan? Find out! Links mentioned in this episode: Survey Results with pics and graphs and such Intro and outro music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/clear-sky HAVE A QUESTION? Submit

S1:E004: A Monster Writers Must Face (aka: SNIS)

Oct 31 2022 10 mins  
In this episode, learn about my love of Halloween and how to combat one of the most terrifying monster writers face, sometimes daily! Prepare to be frightened! Muahahaha! Links and things mentioned in this episode: Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert Follow me on the ‘gram! Dia de los Muertos National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) – my handle is: littlemunkiegirl – let’s be bu

S1:B1: The NaNoWriMo Bonus Episode

Oct 31 2022 13 mins  
A special NaNoWriMo bonus episode in which I talk about my ten year streak participating (and winning) National Novel Writing Month, the pros and cons, how it ties in with what I teach, a little pep talk, and more! Links mentioned in this episode: NaNoWriMo.org – sign up! You won’t be sorry! Get your very own Deluxe Tracker here! HAVE A QUESTION? Submit your question straight t

S1:E005: Plan for Anything Part 1 (aka: things will get in your way)

Nov 07 2022 17 mins  
The feasting season is nigh! Which means you may need some tools to help protect your writing time. In this episode, I'll give you eight tools to overcome the challenges of other people or responsibilities interrupting or stealing your writing time. You’ll also get a little NaNoWriMo pep talk that can be used for ANY dreaded week two for ANY new habit. Links and things mentioned

S1:E006: Plan for Anything Part 2 (aka: yeah, things’ll definitely get in your way)

Nov 13 2022 18 mins  
In this episode you'll get eight more tools to help you combat interruptors and time-stealers. Plus a congratulatory note for getting through the dreaded week two of NaNoWriMo, some anecdotes, and a free resource! Did you miss the first part of this two part series? Check it out here. Links and things mentioned in this episode: Atomic Habits by James Clear The Gorging of Souls by y

S1:E007: The Guilt of Taking Time Off (aka: time controls everything we do)

Nov 20 2022 23 mins  
In the U.S. it's officially the week of Thanksgiving, and what I call the first of the feasting holidays. This time of year can be a little stressful for some people. In this episode, you'll learn about time, guilt, and how to easily take time off from writing, and come back with ease and grace. Links and things mentioned in this episode: Great Crossing by Judalon de Bornay Episode

S1E008: Breaking Bad... Habits! (aka: the three Rs of creating habits)

Nov 27 2022 13 mins  
In today's episode, you will learn about a bad habit I recently broke (it's a little shuddery, so listener beware), as well as the three Rs that make up good and bad habits. Life is made up of habits, good and bad. Tune in to learn how to break bad habits and create good ones! Plus a NaNoWriMo pep-talk! Links and things mentioned in this episode: Toucan20 30-day challenge The Power