Savannah Gilbo is a certified developmental editor and book coach who translates complex literary theory into actionable steps for fiction authors. As the host of the Fiction Writing Made Easy Podcast, she provides weekly instruction on story structure and character development, often utilizing her First Chapter Analysis series to deconstruct trending novels like Fourth Wing or Harry Potter. She is the creator of the Notes to Novel signature course, a program designed to guide writers through the transition from initial idea to completed manuscript. Gilbo’s methodology is influenced by the Story Grid framework and Save the Cat! plotting techniques, emphasizing a technical approach to creativity. A recent highlight in her educational programming is the Student Spotlight series, which features case studies of authors navigating the journey from messy first drafts to successful publication. Her work has earned her speaking engagements at the Women in Publishing Summit and ProWritingAid’s Fantasy Writers’ Week, where she offers guidance on the craft and mechanics of narrative.