For Women who Write

For Women who Write

Mikaela Mathews

Episodes 17
Avg. Duration 24m
Activity Highly Active
Since Nov 2025
Latest Episode Mar 2026

Publishing Details

Schedule
Weekly
Format
Episodic
Consistency
63%
Hosting
feeds.buzzsprout.com

About This Podcast

A podcast for women who write or want to write. 

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Recent Episodes

S1E17 17: What If Someone Already Wrote Your Idea?

Mar 02, 2026 15m

What do you do when someone else has already written on your topic?Or worse—when it feels like everyone has?In this episode, we’re talking about the discouragement that can creep in when you realize…

S1E16 16: Self-Publishing Is Ownership, Not Vanity

Feb 23, 2026 22m

I’ve got a pet peeve.A real, “nails on a chalkboard” kind of pet peeve.When people call self-publishing “vanity publishing,” I about jump out of my skin.Only in the literary world do we call an…

S1E15 15: You Don’t Need a Big Platform to Write a Bestselling Book

Feb 17, 2026 17m

You do not need 20,000 followers to publish a book that sells.You need a message that resonates.In this episode, I’m breaking down the myth that platform size determines success—and why books gain…

S1E14 14: The Author Training Plan (Before You Touch Chapter One)

Feb 10, 2026 26m

Most aspiring authors think the first step to publishing a book is opening a blank document and starting Chapter One.It’s not.Before you write the book, you have to become the writer.In this episode,…

S1E13 13: Inside the Biggest Nonfiction Book Launch in History: What Hormozi Did Right (and What You Can Steal)

Feb 02, 2026 23m

One of the biggest fears authors face: What if no one buys my book?In this episode, we unpack the launch that broke the internet: Alex Hormozi’s $100M Leads rollout—and how it shattered expectations…

S1E12 12: Shouldn't Writing Feel Easier?

Jan 26, 2026 27m

Staring at a blank page? Roughly 85% of writers have felt the sting of writer’s block—but only 3% ever finish their book. In this episode, Mikaela shares why that happens, what writer’s block is…

S1E11 11: What Clueless, Marvel, and Carl Jung Know About Writing That You Don’t (Yet)

Jan 19, 2026 22m

Ever feel like you’re not a “real” writer because your words don’t come out perfect on the first try? Or because you're still figuring out your voice, your message, your thing?In this episode, we’re…

S1E10 10: When to Invite Help In: Book Coach vs. Editor

Jan 12, 2026 15m

Book coach or editor? Knowing the difference could save your book and your sanity.In this episode, we’re breaking down the key distinction between a book coach and an editor, and why when you bring…

S1E9 09: I’m Laying It All Out: My 2026 Goals (And What They Mean for You)

Jan 06, 2026 35m

I’m pulling back the curtain on my 2026 goals—from making publishing more financially accessible to creating new opportunities for first-time authors like you. If you’ve been sitting on a book idea…

S1E8 08: Choosing the Right Genre = Better Reviews, More Sales

Dec 15, 2025 23m

If you’re writing a book to grow your business, establish authority, or share your story—you need to know the difference between memoir and prescriptive nonfiction.In this episode, we’re unpacking…

S1E7 07: The Books Bestsellers Have on Their Shelves

Dec 08, 2025 31m

Want to become a better writer?In this episode, I’m sharing the books I recommend to every aspiring author who wants to write a powerful, bestselling book. We’re talking nonfiction, fiction, craft,…

S1E6 06: What Successful Authors Do That Most Don’t

Dec 02, 2025 32m

If you’ve ever wondered why some books position the author as a go-to expert—while others fall flat—it often comes down to one thing: editing. And not just proofreading. We’re talking strategic,…

S1E5 05: Mistakes Self-Publishing Authors Make

Nov 25, 2025 20m

In this week’s podcast episode, I’m breaking down 5 mistakes self-publishing authors make. We’re talking about:What most first-time authors completely overlook The silent killer of book-based…

S1E4 04: Can I Make Money Writing?

Nov 17, 2025 23m

On this week's episode of For Women Who Write podcast, I've compiled everything I've learned being in the freelance/entrepreneur space for over 10 years. You'll hear:The principles that still apply…

S1E2 02: Are You Ready to Write a Book? 5 Questions to Ask First

Nov 11, 2025 24m

Thinking about writing a book but not sure if now is the right time?Before you dive into outlines, word counts, or late-night writing sprints, this episode will help you pause and ask the right…

S1E3 03: Self-Publishing vs. Traditional: Which One’s Right for You?

Nov 11, 2025 36m

Let’s talk about the good, the bad, and the (sometimes really frustrating) truth about publishing a book.If you’ve ever wondered whether you should go the traditional route or take full control and…

S1E1 01: The 7-Stage Path to Self-Publishing Your Book

Nov 11, 2025 16m

If you've always dreamed of writing a book but feel stuck on where to begin—or how to actually finish—this episode will give you the clarity you’ve been craving.In this episode, I’m breaking down the…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does For Women who Write have?

For Women who Write has published 17 episodes since November 2025, covering topics in Education, How To.

Is For Women who Write still active?

For Women who Write is currently highly active with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 24m.

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