The Word Count

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Episode 68: Mentoring 103

October 12, 2026

What happens when the mentoring ends… but the manuscript isn't finished?And what happens after you finally write THE END?In the third and final episode of our mentoring series, Fiona is back with internationally bestselling author — and her real-life mentor — Hayley Scrivenor, to talk about what comes next.We chat about next steps toward publication, becoming your own mentor, the importance of celebrating small wins along the way, and why finishing your manuscript is really just the begi...

Episode 67: Happy 3rd Birthday!!!

October 01, 2026

It’s our 3rd birthday episode 🎈🎈🎈Three years ago, Fiona, Jo and Jacq sat down to record the very first episode of a little podcast about three writers trying to get from blank page to published book.67 episodes later… here we are! 🎉For this special birthday episode, the original trio are back together to celebrate, and to look back at just how much has changed in three years.We’re talking about the writers we were when we started, the advice we’d give those versions of ourselves now, the mome...

Episode 66: Mentoring 102 with Hayley Scrivenor

September 14, 2026

Why are writers so hard on themselves?Why does procrastinating for one day somehow turn into guilt about procrastinating… which makes it even harder to write the next day?And how do you build a writing life that actually works with your brain, rather than against it?In the second episode of our mentoring series, Fiona is back with internationally bestselling author — and her real-life mentor — Hayley Scrivenor, talking about the mental health side of being a writer.They chat about understandi...

The Prose Pros · Low booking difficulty · 100 - 1,000 listeners

Writer's Bone · Medium booking difficulty · 1,000 - 10,000 listeners

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What is the email for The Word Count?

The publicly listed email for The Word Count: fionawendytaylor@gmail.com.

How many listeners does The Word Count have?

Podseeker estimates The Word Count reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for The Word Count?

The Word Count typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Published authors, writing mentors, and professionals with practical experience taking fiction manuscripts toward publication. Common among recent guests: Published novels; International bestseller status; Experience mentoring writers. Recent guests include Hayley Scrivenor, Tanya Scott, and Kelly Sgroi.

How hard is it to get booked on The Word Count?

Low. A guest with relevant expertise and a clear angle for its audience has a realistic chance.

What topics does The Word Count cover?

Recent episodes cover Writing, Publishing, Mentorship, Accountability, and Novels. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.