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Show Up & Write

Show Up & Write

By: Stephanie Oswald Ph.D.
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Welcome to the Show Up & Write podcast for writers who know that showing up to the page, even on the days you don’t feel like it, is where progress happens.


Each week, your host, Dr. Stephanie Oswald, talks about accountability, practical strategies, and encouragement to help you develop a regular writing habit and make steady progress on your stories.


Whether you’re struggling with procrastination, perfectionism, or just fitting writing into a busy life, Show Up & Write reminds you that consistency, small steps, and showing up daily are the keys to finishing what you start.

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  • Episode 4: The 3 Possible Approaches to Finding A Consistent Writing Practice

    Episode 4: The 3 Possible Approaches to Finding A Consistent Writing Practice
    Jun 12 2025

    Inspired by a conversation with another writer about finding strategies for being consistent with your writing.

    In this episode, Book Coach Stephanie Oswald talks about three possible approaches to finding a consistent writing practice.

    As someone who has self-diagnosed herself with ADHD, Stephanie shares how the strategies can be especially helpful if you identify as neurodivergent.

    It can be challenging to find consistency, especially when life throws curveballs, and so finding strategies can be helpful. And maybe, the word consistency is a bit triggering, so Stephanie encourages you to think about how you want to show up for yourself.

    Apply to work with Stephanie here

    You can find Stephanie on Substack here

    Follow Stephanie on IG here

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    11 mins
  • Episode 3: You Don't Need Craft Books to Be a Better Writer

    Episode 3: You Don't Need Craft Books to Be a Better Writer
    Jun 5 2025

    This episode came about because of a response I gave to a writer on Threads. The writer had asked if they really needed to read craft books to be a better writer. I responded saying they did not because they could read in their genre.

    So, in this episode I touch upon the following:

    • You already know more than you think
    • Books in your genre are craft books
    • Learning from books you love keeps you writing

    I offer one action step of reading a favorite book in your genre in reverse with a "writer's eye". This allows you to pay attention to the craft because you're not getting caught up in the flow of the story. I offer some suggested questions to get you started inside this episode.

    Happy Writing!

    Apply to work with Stephanie here

    You can find Stephanie on Substack here

    Follow Stephanie on IG here

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    9 mins
  • Episode 2: You Don't Have to Write Alone

    Episode 2: You Don't Have to Write Alone
    May 21 2025

    Apply to work with Stephanie here

    You can find Stephanie on Substack here

    Follow Stephanie on IG here

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    10 mins
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