Writing a book takes more than talent, it takes persistence.

In this episode of Finish the Damn Book, Susie Schaefer sits down with novelist, poet, and writing professor H.A. Callum to discuss imposter syndrome, social media, publishing, intuition, and why the writers who succeed are the ones who simply refuse to quit.

In This Episode

• Overcoming imposter syndrome

• Building an authentic author platform

• Why persistence matters more than talent

• The importance of writing every day

• Trusting your intuition

• The publishing journey

• Teaching the next generation of writers

Connect with H.A. Callum

Website:
https://hacallumwrites.com/

Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/hacallum/

X:
https://x.com/ha_callum

Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/share/18pkxwKvEh/

Watch the Full Episode

https://geni.us/fdb-HA-Callum

Reflection Moment

The writers who finish aren't always the most talented.

They're the ones who keep showing up.

Finish the Damn Book Podcast helps aspiring authors, entrepreneurs, creatives, and writers finally complete the book they know they’re meant to write.

Hosted by Susie Schaefer, the podcast cuts through perfectionism, writer’s block, overwhelm, and publishing confusion with honest conversations about writing, publishing, book marketing, creativity, and the author journey.

Featuring authors, editors, ghostwriters, publishers, writing coaches, and industry professionals, each episode offers practical strategies to help writers finish, publish, and share meaningful books.

Topics include:
• Writing and revision tips
• Publishing and self-publishing guidance
• Book marketing and platform-building
• Creativity, confidence, and procrastination
• Encouragement for writers stuck in the messy middle

Many episodes close with Susie’s signature “Reflection Moment”, an intuitive conversation exploring creativity, identity, purpose, and the emotional side of becoming an author.

Whether you’re writing memoir, nonfiction, business, or personal development, Finish the Damn Book is here to help you trust your voice and finally bring your story to life.

Ready to move your book forward?
https://www.finishthebookpublishing.com/