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The Better Writer Podcast

The Better Writer Podcast

Von: Olivia Bedford
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You want to write great books, books just like the ones you’ve been reading and falling in love with all your life, but somehow your vision just isn’t showing up on the page. Don’t despair. It’s not about lacking talent or some magical creative spark. You just need to learn how fiction works and The Better Writer Podcast is here to help.

On this show, we explore what it really takes to write a book that readers can’t put down: mastering story craft fundamentals, revising like a pro (and getting pro help), and building a writing process that fits your real life, not someone else’s Instagram-perfect writing routine.

Hosted by Olivia Bedford, a former English teacher turned developmental editor and Author Accelerator Certified Book Coach, this show has one goal: help fiction writers unlearn all the misguided, one-size-fits-no-one advice out there and replace it with strategies that actually make your stories work for your future readers.

If you’re an aspiring novelist who’s ready to finally understand how fiction works—and maybe even get paid for your writing someday—you’re in the right place. Welcome, and happy writing!

P.S. Don’t forget to hit subscribe and become a better writer, one episode at a time.

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  • You're making promises to readers, are you keeping them?

    You're making promises to readers, are you keeping them?
    Feb 16 2026

    This week’s episode is all about promises. The promises you make to readers, specifically. I’m covering four promises that we make to our readers - whether we’re consciously aware of it or not. Your genre is a promise, the places you direct your readers’ attention is a promise, your marketing makes a promise, and your beginning is a promise. Listen in and make sure you’re making promises intentionally, not accidentally, and setting yourself up for success by giving readers exactly what they want from your book!

    Want to hear more from me? Sign up for the Better Writer Weekly newsletter here.

    For a full transcript of the episode, please visit https://oliviahelpswriters.com/bwp/13.
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    20 Min.
  • You're Thinking About Story Structure the Wrong Way

    You're Thinking About Story Structure the Wrong Way
    Feb 10 2026

    This week, I’m talking about mistakes writers make when it comes to story structure. Story structure is vital. It gives our stories shape and ensures we are keeping readers hooked and entertained throughout. Given that reality, you might be expecting me to talk about structural issues, and yes, those definitely happen, but there’s a deeper issue holding writers back: misusing or misunderstanding story structure from the start. Too often, writers try to turn story structure systems into something they aren’t. In this episode, I’m offering a new way to think about structure while avoiding the biggest structure/mindset mistakes.

    You’ll hear:

    • The three mistakes writers make when thinking about structure
    • Why sticking to strict percentages could be holding you back
    • The myth that there is one universal structure that applies to all stories
    • A new framework for thinking of story structure holistically, not rigidly
    • And more!

    Resources mentioned:

    • Save the Cat Writes a Novel by Jessica Brody
    • The Heroine’s Journey by Gail Carriger
    • Anatomy of Story by John Truby
    • The Writer’s Journey (hero’s journey) by Christopher Vogler
    • The Virgin’s Promise by Kim Hudson
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    • Follow me on Instagram here

    For a full transcript of the episode, please visit oliviahelpswriters.com/bwp/12
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    16 Min.
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