Episode #310: Sandra Beck on Writing Creative Fiction—Making the Leap from Nonfiction with Dr. Judith Briles
About this episode
Sandra Beck discusses the transition from nonfiction to creative fiction with Dr. Judith Briles.
Sandra Beck of Coach Talk Radio sits down with publishing expert and author Judith Briles to talk about a transition many writers struggle with—moving from business or nonfiction writing into creative fiction. This episode gets into the real differences between the two. It’s not just about changing tone—it’s about shifting how you think, structure ideas, and connect with readers. Dr. Briles shares practical guidance on developing story, voice, and narrative flow, while avoiding the common traps nonfiction writers fall into when they try to “tell” instead of “show.” If you’ve built a career writing informational or business content but feel pulled toward fiction, this conversation offers a clear path forward. It addresses both the creative and strategic sides of the shift—so you don’t get stuck halfway between the two.Coach Talk Radio is also available on Audible, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, Stitcher, Player FM, and Podcast Addict.
People in this episode
Host: Sandra Beck
Guest: Dr. Judith Briles
Topics covered
- creative fiction
- nonfiction writing
- story development
- narrative flow
- writing transition
Keywords
- writing
- fiction
- nonfiction
- storytelling
- publishing
- author
- narrative
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Coach Talk Radio
More episodes of Coach Talk Radio
- Episode 318: When It’s Not “Just a Phase”: What Parents Need to Know About Teen Substance Abuse with Sandra Beck
- Episode 317: Your Mind Is Your Menu: How Your Thoughts Shape What You Eat
- Episode #316: Sandra Beck Certainty Is a Comfort—“Maybe” Is a Strategy: Navigating Uncertainty with Allison Carmen
- Episode #315: Doubt Isn’t the Enemy—It’s the Signal: Turning Uncertainty into Business Growth
- Episode 314: Spirituality Isn’t Woo—It’s Strategy: Aligning Purpose and Profit with Sandra Beck & Philip Montrose
- Episode #313: Sandra Beck on Near-Death Experiences—What They Reveal About Consciousness with Dr. P.M.H. Atwater
Explore listener stats, chart rankings, contacts and more on the Coach Talk Radio podcast page.