In this episode, I have the pleasure of interviewing USA Today bestselling author TL Swan. Recorded live at the Sunshine Coast Fiction Festival in November 2025, TL shares her incredible journey of turning life's challenges into storytelling success.

We delve into her unique approach to writing, the obstacles she has overcome, and her invaluable advice for aspiring authors.

Whether you're a fan of romance novels or simply love a good success story, this conversation is filled with insights and inspiration. Join us for an engaging and inspiring episode you won't want to miss!

Are you stuck in the hustle of trying to do all the things as a writer—and wondering why some advice just doesn’t work for you?

In this inspiring episode of The Write Podcast, I chat with author success coach Becca Syme about the different phases of building an author business, why quitting can actually be the smartest move, and how knowing your strengths can transform your writing career.

We also dive into the brand-new edition of her bestselling book Writer, You Need to Quit, which is currently available through Kickstarter—with late pledges still open!

✨ Becca shares powerful mindset shifts, real talk on burnout, and a fresh perspective on what it really means to succeed as an author—your way.

🎧 Whether you're a seasoned author or just starting out, this episode will help you filter out the noise and start making aligned decisions that actually move you forward.🔗

Learn more about Becca and grab your late pledge here: https://betterfasteracademy.com/links 📥 Get your free Brainstorming Funsheet: https://serenadepublishing.com

In this heartfelt episode, I’m joined by my partner Tim as we share the true story behind creating the Sunshine Coast Fiction Festival—an event that grew 100 times bigger and better than I ever imagined.

We talk about what it really took to bring a brave idea to life: the fears we faced, the strengths we leaned on, and the pride we feel in the community we built together. You’ll hear how courage and collaboration made this festival possible—and why we’re already planning the 2026 event!

🎧 In this episode:

• How fear almost stopped us from starting

• The magic of combining strengths in a partnership

• Why showing up bravely matters more than perfection

• How this one idea sparked powerful collaborations
  

📸 Check out the festival photos and express your interest for 2026 at sunshinecoastfictionfestival.com.au

Tim Coulson is a certified councilor and the host of The Happiness Hack podcast. Learn more about him at www.tim-coulson.com