<p><strong>Do you ever look at a finished manuscript and secretly fear you’re not a "real" writer, despite the evidence?</strong></p><p><strong>I am joining The School of Fiction with host Matt Posner as I share some ways to tackle the most paralyzing fear for creatives: Imposter Syndrome in the Fiction Writer</strong>. Edna White, joins a panel of writers across diverse genres to discuss this universal struggle.</p><p>We dive deep into:</p><ul><li><strong>The Internal Critic:</strong> Why writers—especially those just starting or switching genres—feel unoriginal or fear public judgment.</li><li><strong>The Paralysis of Perfectionism:</strong> How the Imposter Cycle leads to writer's block and procrastination.</li><li><strong>Actionable Strategies:</strong> Practical, genre-agnostic tools for shifting self-perception, separating facts from feelings, and showing up at the page with confidence.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>If you struggle with the doubt that prevents you from finishing your novel or hitting "publish," this conversation offers the validation and strategies you need to reclaim your power as a storyteller.</p><p>#ImposterSyndrome #FictionWriter #WritersBlock #WritingConfidence #CreativeDoubt #WritersLife #StorytellingTips #Authorpreneur #WritingCommunity #OvercomingFear</p><br /><br />Support this podcast at — <a href="https://redcircle.com/keeping-it-real-on-purpose3913/exclusive-content">https://redcircle.com/keeping-it-real-on-purpose3913/exclusive-content</a><br /><br />Advertising Inquiries: <a href="https://redcircle.com/brands">https://redcircle.com/brands</a><br /><br />Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href="https://redcircle.com/privacy">https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>