“My point is that you have to do the work to make the mistakes and learn.” - Savannah GilboThe past year on Fiction Writing Made Easy has been a treasure trove of insights, expert advice, and creative hacks, all neatly bundled up in amazing podcast episodes and interviews. Today, we dive into a delightful countdown, revisiting the very best tips that get into the heart of fiction writing, and uncovering the gems that made 2023 an inspiration for writers. Here’s a preview of what’s included:[01:00] Savannah’s favorite ways to brainstorm subplots and then layer them into your story in an organic way.[13:34] The best technique to write quality fiction that readers will connect to.[21:30] Being willing as writers to put things out there that aren’t perfect.[35:09] As a writer, create your milestone list from one to ten.Links mentioned in this episode:Tip 10: Episode #98: How to Add Subplots to Your NovelTip 9: Episode #90: How to Choose the Best Point of View for Your StoryTip 8: Episode #109: 5 Common Scene Issues (And How to Fix Them)Tip 7: Episode #82: Show, Don't Tell: What This Advice Really MeansTip 6: Episode #79: 3 Things to Focus on if You're a Brand New WriterTip 5: Episode #88: Perfectionism vs. Procrastination: What’s REALLY Going On?Tip 4: Episode #96: 5 Worldbuilding Tips for Sci-Fi & Fantasy WritersTip 3: Episode #104:10 Tips for Writing Better DialogueTip 2: Episode #102: 3 Common Interiority Mistakes (and How to Fix Them)Tip 1: Episode #108: Why Your Capacity for Zero is Crucial as a WriterAll podcast episodes are available here.Click here to get your personalized Fiction Writing Made Easy podcast playlist! Answer 4 simple questions, et voila! Ten curated episodes that will meet you right where you're at on you writing, editing, or publishing journey!Support the showIf you enjoyed this episode of the Fiction Writing Made Easy Podcast, please rate, review, and follow this show! Follow me on Instagram @savannah.gilbo