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What the Heys Ep 2: Discipline vs Inspiration

hwolfendenwriter.bsky.social @hwolfendenwriter.bsky.social · 1d

What the Heys Ep 2: Discipline vs Inspiration
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Are you a disciplined author or do you rely more on inspiration? In this episode I explore the close relationship between the two.

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hwolfendenwriter.bsky.social @hwolfendenwriter.bsky.social · 1d

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Ep 4: How Rejection Has Made Me A Better Writer - What! The Heys

Contents include:Researching your novelCreative writing MAs/MFAsHow rejection has made me a better writerWeird and wonderful: Burnley ghost story

Ep 4: How Rejection Has Made Me A Better Writer - What! The Heys

hwolfendenwriter.bsky.social @hwolfendenwriter.bsky.social · 2d

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Every 'no' is secretly teaching you how to write a better 'yes'.

Contents include:Researching your novelCreative writing MAs/MFAsHow rejection has made me a better writerWeird and wonderful: Burnley ghost story

Ep 4: How Rejection Has Made Me A Better Writer - What! The Heys

hwolfendenwriter.bsky.social @hwolfendenwriter.bsky.social · 2d

www.buzzsprout.com/1021147/epis... Has rejection made you a better writer?

Contents include:Researching your novelCreative writing MAs/MFAsHow rejection has made me a better writerWeird and wonderful: Burnley ghost story

hwolfendenwriter.bsky.social @hwolfendenwriter.bsky.social · 2d

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Welcome to the ‘What! The Heys’ podcast that tears the cover off the writing world! Whether you're a seasoned author, an aspiring novelist, or just a lover of great stories, I’m here to demystify the ...

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Ep 2: Discipline vs Inspiration - What! The Heys

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heyswolfenden.blogspot.com/2015/04/7-th... Want to know more about how to write for your target audience?

1. Know Who They Are There's no point writing a book for children and filling it with adult themes and language. Whenever you put pen to pap...

3 Reasons Why I Write Blogs

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hwolfendenwriter.bsky.social @hwolfendenwriter.bsky.social · 10d

Ever wondered why I write blogs? Check out the article to find out more. heyswolfenden.blogspot.com/2025/10/3-re...

1. To reflect on my craft When I post blogs on different aspects of writing, it gives me the chance to examine my craft to a great degree. ...

How To Take Criticism And Improve As A Writer

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hwolfendenwriter.bsky.social @hwolfendenwriter.bsky.social · 9d

Ever been criticized for something you’ve written and you weren’t sure how to respond? Check out this blog post and see if you could have dealt with it better. heyswolfenden.blogspot.com/2014/09/how-...

Overview Criticism sucks doesn't it? There’s nothing worse than sending off your brand new novel and expecting people to love it and say t...

7 Elements of a Successful Novel

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What makes a great novel or even a great writer? Read this article to find out more. heyswolfenden.blogspot.com/2025/10/7-el...

1. An exciting Plot Sounds obvious, doesn’t it? But you’ll be surprised how many authors neglect this essential point. The story is the cru...

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heyswolfenden.blogspot.com?m=1 managed to get a record 247 reads yesterday. Are you part of the conversation?

3 Ways Living In China Has Made Me A Better Writer

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hwolfendenwriter.bsky.social @hwolfendenwriter.bsky.social · 5d

Living in China has been a profound, life changing experience. I’ve started a career, immersed myself in an exciting and dynamic culture, as well as starting a family. Check out the article below to see how far reaching it’s also been for my writing.

1. New ideas China is a land of great diversity and contrasts. From its lush mountain forests ( Giant Pandas anyone?) to its den...

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heyswolfenden.blogspot.com?m=1 Advice and tips for those who dream to be better writers. Why not come along and join the conversation?

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I am thrilled to announce that my writing blog has just passed 20,000 views. Thanks so much to all who have taken time to read my work and join in the conversation. I couldn’t have done it without you.

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hwolfendenwriter.bsky.social @hwolfendenwriter.bsky.social · 5d

heyswolfenden.blogspot.com?m=1 Managed to get a record 648 views yesterday. This easily beats my previous record of 250. Thanks so much to everyone for visiting my page and joining the conversation. I couldn’t have done it without you.