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"Dear Creators"
Join thousands of creators in receiving my free “Dear Creators” newsletter! Every other week, I tackle a different aspect of creativity and how it affects you, from writer’s block to making an income.
The Write Now Podcast
My signature weekly podcast gives you the encouragement, honest advice, and inspiration you need to balance work and life, pursue your passion, and write. (And it’s free!)
Daily Writing Planner
I designed this simple (and free!) printable PDF worksheet to help you prioritize your writing and keep you focused on your craft. It’s here for whenever you need it.
"Girl In Space"
Abandoned on a dying ship in the farthest reaches of known space, a young scientist fights for survival (and patience with the on-board A.I.). Who is she? No one knows. But a lot of dangerous entities really want to find out.
"Omen" Podcast
From Executive Producer Sarah Rhea Werner comes a fantasy audio drama that explores ancient ruins, sails the high seas, and questions whether friendship truly is magic—all while cracking pirate skulls and dabbling in high explosives!
10 Harmful Creative Myths Ebook
In this free 50-page ebook, I dive into the harmful lies we’ve been told about creativity — and take a look at the truths we need to move forward and create our best work.
Speaking
I’m an energetic, passionate, and empowering national speaker with relatable warmth, a unique perspective, and a sense of humor. In addition to a TEDx talk, I’ve spoken at New York Comic Con, Podcast Movement, YouTube headquarters, DC Podfest, and the Austin Film Festival, as well as many local and national leadership seminars, business and tech conferences, and college classrooms.
“Listening to Sarah is like a great session with your therapist who says all the right things to get you back in the chair and writing.”
Latest Blog Posts & Podcast Episodes
Is “Good Enough” Good Enough?
How do you decide when to publish your creative work? Is there a point at which you say it’s “good enough”? Or do you have a tendency to polish and play around with those “last final tweaks” indefinitely? This week, we’re talking about what it means to do your best in a world where “best” is subjective and perfect doesn’t exist. Get ready!
Cynicism About Goals – WN 163
Have you ever felt hopeless, helpless, or disillusioned about goal-setting, or found yourself asking, “Why bother?” This week, we’re looking at what happens to make us feel that way, and how to set our writing lives on the path to success going forward.
Should I Self-Publish? – WN 162
Have you ever wondered if you should self-publish your book, or go through a traditional publisher? This week, we’re weighing the pros and cons of each to figure out which method is best for you.
Focus & Distraction – WN 161
Do you ever struggle to focus on your writing — even on a project you actually enjoy? Whether due to internal or external factors, distraction comes to us in many different forms, for many different reasons. This week, we’re talking about tools, strategies, and habits we writers can use to find our focus again.
Saying vs. Doing – WN 160
Have you ever noticed a disconnect in what you say you want to do, and what you actually end up doing? Because I have! This week, I’m talking about some of the reasons we might experience a gulf between our desires and our actions — and what to do about it.
Expectation vs. Reality – WN 159
This week, we’re talking about expectations and how they tint our reality and shape our experiences… and what we can REALLY expect if we want to write full-time.
On Being A Slow Writer – WN 158
No matter how much coffee I drink, I’m never able to write as quickly as I want to. This week, we’re taking a look at what it means to be a “slow writer” — and all of the baggage that comes along with it.
8 Things I’ve Found Helpful This Year
(Doubles as a gift guide if you like to give hugs)
Consistency For Writers – WN 157
Creating consistently strengthens your command of the craft and builds trust with your audience. But if you’re anything like me, creating on a consistent basis feels impossible. Why are we like this? What do we do when we fail to live up to our own — and others’ — standards?
The NaNoWriMo Dilemma
Whether you’re doing NaNoWriMo or not this year, it’s a good idea to have an honest conversation with yourself about what you need to thrive as a writer.
My Biggest Weakness(es)
What do we do with those irritating things about ourselves that we can’t change?
How Hard Is It To Get Paid?
On making money from your work — and… not.
When Your Writing Dreams Change – WN 156
What happens when your childhood dream feels like it’s no longer achievable? What does it mean if (and when) your 5-year plan goes off the rails? Today we’re talking about what happens when our writing dreams change — and what it means for us as creators.
You Get To Make It Whatever You Want
A letter about seasonal change and beginning when it feels right.
It’s Good To Have A Hobby – WN 155
What is writing to you — a hobby, a second job, a meditative practice? Something else? All of the above? This week, we’re talking about the role of writing in our lives and how we can feel more satisfied and fulfilled in doing what we love.
“Writers who want to balance reading, writing, and the rest of life will enjoy this weekly podcast.”
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