Should you bring in an editor while your manuscript is still messy — or wait until you’ve finished the whole draft?

In this episode we explore the different kinds of editing, when early feedback can help, and when it can actually slow you down. We look at how writers can use editors strategically without losing momentum or confidence in their own voice.

Perfect for emerging writers, self-publishing authors, and creative thinkers who want clarity instead of confusion about the editing process.

Scribbly is a 100% free, volunteer-run mentoring initiative for writers in Australia and beyond.

🔗 Find free resources, blogs, and mentoring at:
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When clients push deadlines, scope, or expectations, how do you stay professional without burning out?

In this episode we explore why clear boundaries are essential for writers and creatives, how misunderstandings arise, and practical ways to communicate limits early and confidently. We look at contracts, expectations, and habits that protect both your relationships and your work.

Perfect for emerging writers, freelancers, and creative business owners who want clarity instead of stress in their working relationships.

Scribbly is a 100% free, volunteer-run mentoring initiative for writers in Australia and beyond.

🔗 Find free resources, blogs, and mentoring at:
https://scribbly.com.au

Is romance publishing just about passion on the page — or is marketability just as important?

In this episode we explore how positioning, reader expectations, and genre conventions shape what actually sells in contemporary romance. We look at why packaging, tropes, and clear sub-genres matter as much as storytelling when you want your book to find its audience.

Perfect for emerging writers, self-publishing authors, and creative thinkers who want clarity instead of confusion about publishing romance.

Scribbly is a 100% free, volunteer-run mentoring initiative for writers in Australia and beyond.

🔗 Find free resources, blogs, and mentoring at:
https://scribbly.com.au

If your ideas arrive as images rather than words, does that make planning a story harder — or just different?

In this episode we explore how visual thinkers can plan their writing without forcing themselves into purely linear outlines. We look at practical ways to translate images into scenes, structure, and narrative flow, while still keeping creativity alive.

Perfect for emerging writers, self-publishing authors, and creative thinkers who want clarity instead of frustration about planning their work.

Scribbly is a 100% free, volunteer-run mentoring initiative for writers in Australia and beyond.

🔗 Find free resources, blogs, and mentoring at:
https://scribbly.com.au

When writers talk about “legacy,” are they talking about awards, reputation, or the impact their stories have on readers?

In this episode we explore what legacy actually looks like in contemporary and general fiction, how publishing culture shapes it, and why meaning and connection often matter more than prestige. We look at how writers can think about legacy in ways that support rather than intimidate their creative work.

Perfect for emerging writers, self-publishing authors, and creative thinkers who want clarity instead of confusion about success and impact.

Scribbly is a 100% free, volunteer-run mentoring initiative for writers in Australia and beyond.

🔗 Find free resources, blogs, and mentoring at:
https://scribbly.com.au

Do illustrations belong only in children’s books — or do they still have a place in books for adults?

In this episode we explore how illustrations are used differently across children’s, young adult, and adult publishing in Australia, why visuals matter in some formats but not others, and how genre, design, and reader expectations shape the choice. We look at when images strengthen a book — and when they can unintentionally weaken it.

Perfect for emerging writers, self-publishing authors, and creative thinkers who want clarity instead of confusion about visual storytelling in books.

Scribbly is a 100% free, volunteer-run mentoring initiative for writers in Australia and beyond.

🔗 Find free resources, blogs, and mentoring at:
https://scribbly.com.au

Is your manuscript too short, too long — or exactly where it should be?

In this episode we explore realistic word-count ranges across genres, why industry expectations exist, and how format (print, ebook, or audio) can change what “normal” looks like. We unpack how writers can use word counts as a guide rather than a rigid rule.

Perfect for emerging writers, self-publishing authors, and creative thinkers who want clarity instead of confusion about word counts.

Scribbly is a 100% free, volunteer-run mentoring initiative for writers in Australia and beyond.

🔗 Find free resources, blogs, and mentoring at:
https://scribbly.com.au

How do you price your book so it feels fair to readers, sustainable for you, and realistic for the Australian market?

In this episode we explore the factors that actually shape book pricing — print costs, formats, distribution, reader expectations, and how self-publishing changes your choices. We unpack why price isn’t random, and how writers can make confident, strategic decisions rather than guessing.

Perfect for emerging writers, self-publishing authors, and creative thinkers who want clarity instead of confusion about book pricing.

Scribbly is a 100% free, volunteer-run mentoring initiative for writers in Australia and beyond.

🔗 Find free resources, blogs, and mentoring at:
https://scribbly.com.au