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Simply Write w/ Polly Campbell332. Toni McLellan Talks Content and the Recipe for Her Writing DessertPolly and Toni dive deep into the twists and turns of their creative careers—navigating parenting, COVID, content writing, and shifting publishing trends—while reflecting on what it takes to stay adaptable and inspired in today’s writing world.
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Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2025-07-2842 minSimply Write w/ Polly Campbell331. Making Story From Details of LifeThe most powerful stories often begin with your own experiences. In this episode of Simply Write, Polly explores how writers can mine their daily lives—memories, emotions, and everyday moments—for rich, compelling story material. Whether you're crafting personal essays, memoirs, or fiction, your unique perspective is your greatest asset.
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Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2025-07-2130 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellGlyn Vincent: The Making of a MemoirWhat does it take to turn a real-life journey into a story readers can’t put down? In this episode of Simply Write, Polly talks with writer Glyn about how a harrowing transatlantic sailing trip tied in with his family history to spark his memoir, Crossing, and what it takes to shape memory into narrative.
He talks about the power of taking careful notes—like the daily entries he made in a logbook while at sea—and how those observations became the backbone of his writing. Polly and Glyn dive into the importance of small details, the tensio...2025-07-1434 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellWriters It's OK to Chill OutTo get the writing done, we must show up consistently and keep working—even when it feels difficult. But if we don’t take care of the other parts of our lives or step back when things become too overwhelming, the writing won’t matter anyway. In this episode of Simply Write, Polly Campbell explores how this paradox plays out in her own life and explains why trying too hard can actually stall your creative momentum—and what to do instead.
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...2025-07-0736 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellWriter's Digest EIC Amy Jones: Writing, Editing, and AIIn this episode of Simply Write, Polly talks with Amy Jones, Editor-in-Chief of Writer’s Digest Magazine, about how the 105-year-old magazine keeps writing fresh, what the role of an editor is, and the differences between writing and editing.
Amy also shares tips writers can use to submit to the magazine and talks about how AI is changing the way editors work--and what that means for writers.
Also, it's time to register for the upcoming Writer's Digest Annual Conference. Go to https://writersdigestconference.com/
For more on writing craft and crafting a writer’s li...2025-06-3042 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellHow to Take Notes, Feedback Without Losing Your Confidence and Your MindWriting should be shared, which means dealing with feedback — the helpful, the harsh, and everything in between. In this episode, Polly talks about how to handle criticism without losing your creative voice.
You’ll learn how to filter advice, recognize useful patterns, and know when to revise or stand firm. We’ll also explore how to stay grounded in your purpose and bounce back from tough notes with more clarity and confidence.
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L...2025-06-0941 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellCharacter is the Secret to Compelling StoryIn this episode, author Janis Thomas joins Polly to talk about her lifelong love of writing and the power of storytelling to uplift and inspire. Janis shares how she began writing at a young age and how her stories aim to offer readers escape, comfort, and hope--even when writing domestic suspense. When it comes to craft, Thomas says the best stories come from character and the conflicts they face and the lessons they need to learn. Subscribe to Simply Write on Substack for more tips and inspiration at https://simplywrite.substack.com2025-06-0234 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellThe Write Goal: Get What You Want From Your Writing
Show Notes: Simply Write with Polly Campbell – Episode: Build the Writing Life You Want
You don’t need a book deal or a side hustle to call yourself a writer. In this episode, Polly explores the heart of the writing life — one rooted in curiosity, expression, and personal growth. Whether you’re journaling, storytelling, or simply trying to make sense of the world, writing is enough.
We’ll talk about the importance of asking why you write, how to focus on the writing itself (not just the outcomes), and how to build a practice...2025-05-2637 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellBestselling Author Jessica Strawser on the Challenge of Writing Multiple POVs and TimelinesUSA Today Bestselling author Jessica Strawser shares insights on navigating multiple timelines and POVs, something she does in her newest book Catch You Later, and how she uses a synopsis to structure her stories while still leaving room for creative surprises throughout the writing process. Strawser who is also a writer, editor-at-large for Writer's Digest, and a mom talks about the role of time management in shaping her writing career and why writing sometimes requires sacrifices.This is a far-reaching interview that gives you a clear look into how a full-time author gets the work done. Find...2025-02-2445 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellThe One Practice That Will Help You Write More with Less StressIt's an idea that changed my writing and helped me improve and publish more. What is it? Growth mindset. As writers we regularly face rejection and can be steeped in self-doubt. With a growth mindset, though, we see those rejections and setbacks as nothing more than information we can use to become better. Rejection, critical feedback, and mistakes are not character flaws, they are opportunities to learn and improve. And when we adopt a growth mindset we are more likely to persist --which is huge if you want to publish. With a growth mindset, we don't have to beat...2025-02-1732 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellWhat Writers Need to Know to Sell BooksSchedule a block of four or five hours when you go all in on the priority for the day, says USA Today Bestselling author Russell Nohelty and host of The Author Stack, among other pubs, on Substack. Whether that's marketing, writing, or even thinking about the next project, you need to focus your attention on the task of the day. Extraordinarily prolific and committed to helping other writers get their work into the world, Nohelty talks about writing 18 books in one year, how he is becoming a faster and better writer, and why you won't find his...2025-01-2737 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellDo This to Turn Your Ideas Into Engaging ContentIncubation is an essential part of the creative process. But, it's one of the more difficult aspects of writing for Polly and something she's working to improve. In today's episode, Polly will explain what incubation is, how it's an important part of writing and development, and how we can all learn to embrace the process and utilize it to write better. Polly will also explain the subtle shift she made to her morning routine and how it's making a big difference in her day. For more on the writing craft and crafting a writer's life join the Simply Write...2025-01-2034 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellREPLAY Author Khan Wong, Talks About Writing Fantasy and Blurring LinesWe hope you enjoy this replay featuring author Khan Wong who talks about blurring genre lines, writing to big themes, and inspiration. All of us at Simply Write will be back in a couple of weeks with new shows about writing and living. In the meantime, please join the Simply Write community and subscribe to our Simply Write substack at https://simplywrite.substack.comNow about the episode:It's described as science fiction but Khan Wong's newest book The Circus Infinite, is also apace fantasy and some even call it a space opera. No matter...2024-12-3038 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellREPLAY Setting Up Your Freelance Writing BusinessIf you are looking to launch your freelance business in 2025 this episode can help.Enjoy this replay of one of our most popular episodes from 2023 and we'll be back in a couple of weeks with all new shows to help us with the writing craft and crafting a writing life.For more on the writing craft and craft a writer's life be sure to subscribe to our Simply Write substack at https://simplywrite.substack.comNow about the episode:The end of the year is a good time to make sure...2024-12-2337 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellWoz Flint On Writing and Typing and Managing DistractionCan a typewriter be an antidote to perfectionism? It was for author Woz Flint, author of The Distraction Free First Draft: Unplug, Forget Perfectionism, and Write More Than Ever Using a Typewriter. Flint was gifted a typewriter a decade ago and that ignited her curiosity and opened up a new world of writing and writers, and, typewriter users nationwide. In this episode, she takes us on a deep dive into the world of typewriters and how they help her get her writing done.For more on Woz Flint and her book go to https://wozflint.com2024-12-1633 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellAuthor Scott Semegran Talks Process, Spreadsheets, and Writing Book on a Lunch BreakAuthor Scott Semegran is a family man with a full-time job, and author who has written nine books, including several award winners, by writing on his lunch break. The author of The Codger and the Sparrow says it's about making the time you have to write, efficient. He uses a spreadsheet to track his work, so he doesn't waste time trying to find his place in the work, he often plays the same music, without lyrics, pours a cup of coffee, and blocks out the time on his lunch break to get the writing done. The habits, he says...2024-11-1831 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellPatience Required for Writing SuccessPatience is linked to perseverance, well-being, and creativity--all things writers need to successfully write and publish without compromising their mental health. Tune in to learn how you can build your patience levels to keep creating amidst the uncertainty of a writing life.For more on the the writing craft and crafting a writer's life join Polly and the Simply Write Community at https://simplywrite.substack.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2024-11-1236 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellJ.F. Penn Talks About flipping the Script on Your Writing CreerJ.F. Penn, the award-winning author of Blood Vintage and other books and podcaster at The Creative Penn, kicks off Simply Write's third season with a great conversation about "flipping the script" and allowing your creativity and writing to evolve as your interests grow and change. After creating an extensive nonfiction library for writers, J.F. Penn is now focused on writing edgier, darker fiction and nonfiction that explores the psychology of religion and other topics. In this episode she explains how and why she shifted her writing and publishing focus and why she's having so much fun. She...2024-11-0439 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellGhostwriter Maggie Mills on the Importance of Telling Stories for OthersGhostwriter Maggie Mills has written books for celebrities, athletes, preachers, and scores of other people who have overcome challenges, built businesses, survived mental illness, and have other incredible stories to tell. She's driven by curiosity, the desire to tell interesting stories, and make a living. In this far-reaching episode, she fills us in on the nuts and bolts that she uses to fulfill all of those things through her work as an in-demand ghostwriter. And she offers tips for how we can do it too.Find Maggie Mills at maggiemills.com and don't forget to say Simply...2024-10-2132 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellVeronica Llorca Smith: Building Your Writers' Brand and EcosystemVeronica Llorca Smith, author of The Lemon Tree Mindset talks about how to grow your writer's brand and business so you can amplify your voice, build your ecosystem, and build your reach. This is a way not only to reach more readers but also to develop a platform that will help you create more publication opportunities. To start developing your writer's brand, consider what you want to be known for and listen to this podcast. You aren't selling only your book or newsletter, you are also selling yourself. An authentic brand helps you do that. Listen to this episode...2024-10-0731 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellREPLAY: Writing Through RejectionThis episode ran our first season, but writers and rejection will always be an issue. Rejection can be a painful part of the job. But, when we learn to accept and manage rejection we can use it as a motivational tool to keep writing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2024-09-0231 minSimply Write w/ Polly Campbell288. Why Stakes Matter and How To Use Them In Your StoryWhat pressures is your character facing? What does she want and why does she want it? What kind of risks will she face and what obstacles will she encounter as she strives tor her ultimate goal.In other words, what are the stakes?In this episode, we define the stakes of both nonfiction and fiction stories and explain why they matter. Then we cover some things to consider when ratcheting up the risk/reward scenarios for your main.To get in touch with Polly and learn more about the writing craft and crafting...2024-08-0535 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellAgent Lucinda Halpern Explains What Agents Are Looking ForWorking with an experienced agent can help a writer improve their books and get them published, but before signing with an agent, you need to have a Big Idea, clear title concept, and other key elements, in your work and pitch, that will make your book an "easy get," says renowned agent and author Lucinda Halpern.In this episode, Halpern goes deep into what agents want and how writers can not only create fantastic work but then put their business hats on to connect with an agent and sell their manuscripts.Halpern is a literary...2024-06-1732 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellManaging Writer's AnxietyWe can be a neurotic bunch of writers irritated when we feel blocked, euphoric when the writing comes, worrying about if we are good enough, internalizing comments and criticism, stressing about every word and detail trying to work up the nerve to hit "send" and release the work to the world. But this anxiety can keep us from writing and diminish the quality of our work. Plus, it isn't a whole lot of fun. In this episode, we talk about how anxiety can block writers and what we can do to overcome it and keep writing.For...2024-06-0831 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellAn Ly-Tampere Explains the Role of a Book CoachMost writers manage multiple projects and roles while also carving out time to write. Part of creating a sustainable writing career is to figure out ways to pay the bills and hone the craft. Writer and coach An Ly-Tampere coaches book coaches and talks about creating this niche within a writing career, how to combine the entrepreneurial spirit with creative work, and what writers can expect when looking for a coach. But beyond that, she says, the best coaches will have coaches themselves so that they can understand the writing business, how to inspire creativity and motivation, and other...2024-06-0336 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellFinding Focus and FormHello Writers, today we are replaying one of our most popular episodes about focus and form. The tips we include can help you find the direction of your work and make it easier to write. Hope you find it valuable and tune in next week, for an all-new episode. Thanks for listening.The clearer you are about the story you want to tell and where the clearer your writing will be and that's good for you and the readers.For more on the writing craft and crafting a writer's life join the...2024-05-2729 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellMonica Saigal on Sensory Details and World BuildingThe author of "A Kiss in Kashmir" and other novels, short stories, and cookbooks, Monica Saigal talks about her heritage of food and stories and how those elements are central to her writing.Food has a kind of intimacy, she says, because we experience it with all of our senses. To bring that experience alive on the page, she layers in those sensory details, creating a textured world for the reader so that they too become immersed in the story.This episode is a masterclass in descriptive writing and world-building.Learn more about...2024-05-2033 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellThe Big 3 Challenges That Hold Writers BackAre those inner voices getting oloud inyour head, or you having problems finding the time or getting stuck in which idea to choose? Yep, these situations diffuse our motivation, keep us anxious and make it hard for us to finish our writing.In today's episode we get into each one and offer solutions that will help you get started and keep going.And don't forget to join our Simply Write community and Simply Paid Subscribers Perks program for tip sheets, craft discussions, and even writing prompts and feedback at https://simplywrite.substack.com 2024-05-1333 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellThe Author of The Grim Reader Talks About the Importance of Getting the Facts RightThe key to writing a book, working full-time, and keeping up with friends, family, and other activities is flexibility, says author, pharmacist, and triathlete Miffie Seideman. In this episode we talk about the importance of getting your facts right, research, staying grounded, and the importance of Plan Bs and 5Find Miffie Seideman and her book "The Grim Reader: A Pharmacist's Guide to Putting Your Characters in Peril" here: https://miffieseideman.com/books/Join our Simply Write community and become a member of the Simply, Paid Subscriber Perks program to receive access to tips sheets, writing...2024-05-0631 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellThe Feedback Loop: How to Handle Notes and CriticismIt's time to send out your work, it's part of your job--writers write and share their work. Yet, no matter how many thousands of times I've done that over the years it always feels a little scary.Getting notes or negative feedback isn't easy, but giving and receiving it is essential to becoming a better writer and improving your work. It is also part of the publishing process.In this show we talk about the Feedback Loop, how to ask for it, what to do with it, and how to use it in your work...2024-04-2936 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellAuthor Sandra Gurvis on Research and Balancing Diverse Projects Over a Decades Long CareerSandra Gurvis hasn't run off to the circus, but she did write about the evolution of the Greatest Show on Earth in her historical nonfiction book Three Ringling Circus: A History of Sarasota, Florida, and the Famous Ringling Brothers It's one of nearly 20 books Gurvis haws written over her long freelance career. Today she talks about the importance of a cornerstone client, writing both fiction and nonfiction, and how to manage loads of research even when it's conflicting.Contact Sandra Gurvis here: https://www.sandragurvis.com/Join our Simply Write community and become a paid...2024-04-2225 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellHealthy Writer, Better WritingWriters can suffer from aching backs, carpal tunnel, stiff necks, cognitive issues, and chronic illnesses, that make it impossible to write. Remember to take care of your brain and body so you are able to do the work you want to do.Start by staying hydrated, sitting in a good chair, and taking breaks, and be sure to tune in to Simply Write w/Polly Campbell for more tips and tricks to keep your body, brain, and business healthy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2024-04-1532 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellLaura Heffernan Talks the Must-Haves in Cozy MysteriesAuthor Laura Heffernan made her way by writing romance and then shifted to add multiple cozy mysteries to her repertoire. This prolific writer talks about writing romances, cozy mysteries under a pseudonym, and publishing three books a year.Find Laura Heffernan at https:lauraheffernan.comFor more on the writing craft and crafting a writer's life join the Simply Write community at https://simplywrite.substack.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2024-04-0929 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellPick a Niche, Publish MoreA writing niche can make researching, interviewing, and even writing more efficient and leave you more time to write. In this episode, Polly Campbell explains how to find your niche and why it makes the writer's life easier.Get in touch with Polly and join the Simply Write community https://simplywrite.substack.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2024-04-0132 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellAuthor Tara Laskowski Shares Her Publishing ProcessLast time thriller writer Tara Laskowski was here she was working on her book The Weekend Retreat. The book is now available and Tara returns to tell us what it was like to write the book under contract and on deadline, why she decided to toss out the original story--tears may or may not have been involved-- and what she's been up to since the book's publication.For more join Polly and the Simply Write community at https://SimplyWrite.substack.comFind Tara Laskowski here: https://taralaskowski.com and her new book The Weekend Retreat...2024-03-2534 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellWriting Big EmotionsWhether you are writing nonfiction essays or books or novels and short stories, the most compelling pieces include emotional resonance. As readers, we are often sucked in by the feelings our characters are experiencing. We want to follow them through the story to see what happens next and the unique ways they experience and express their fear, joy, sadness, love. Our characters' emotions provide conflict and tension and reveal who they are. And as in life, the emotions on the page, often motivate a range of behavior.But writing big emotions can be fraught because we've got...2024-03-1837 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellAuthor, Teacher Rachael Herron Explains How She Stays FocusedFrom the comfort of a recliner Rachael Herron writes about her obsessions, whatever the thing is that has captured her interest, the thing that she's thinking about when she can't fall asleep--and then she gets down to the writing business working on deadlines, revisions, her podcast or classes that are coming up.Herron who produces her podcast Ink In Your Veins and has traditionally and self-published a range of fiction and nonfiction books, says she is "highly distractible" so she puts boundaries or "guardrails" in place so she can get the writing done each day. And while...2024-03-1136 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellWhat Does Professionalism Mean for Writers?You might be able to work in your pajamas, but creating freelance writing success or securing an agent and publishing deal often comes down to much more than your ability to write. You've got to act like a professional.In this episode Polly talks about what it means to be a professional writer, including the importance of meeting deadlines, getting work in on time, meeting editorial market requirements, and taking notes in a way that will have editors coming back to work with you.Professional writing is about being coachable, emotionally intelligent, and recognizing what...2024-03-0433 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellAuthor Danielle Centoni Talks Food Writing and Taking Creative RisksDon't be afraid to take a risk, says James Beard-winning food writer and author Danielle Centoni. "If you believe you can do the job do anything you can to prove to that person that you can."Centoni, a food writer with a background in journalism and the co-author of Oregon Wine + Food and other books had a love for cooking and food and created an opportunity for herself when the newspaper she worked with was hiring for the foods section. After her newspaper experience, Centoni started writing cookbooks, and talks about what it's like to see her...2024-02-2738 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellGoing Deep into the WorkWriter's Retreat for OneProducing on deadline is exhausting and a necessary part of the writer's work. Whether you are writing to publish or writing between breaks from your other job, between your child's school hours, or even early in the morning before the others in the house wake and you have to head out the door.Yes, we have learned how to write in slivers of time. But the work deserves more and so do we.Plan a writer's retreat for one. Whether it's a couple of days at...2024-02-1934 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellBest-Selling Author Amy Stewart Explains How She Writes Both Nonfiction and NovelsThough Amy Stewart author of the Drunken Botanist, the Kopp Sisters historical fiction series, and many others, has wanted to be a writer since she was a kid, that doesn't matter one bit, she says. We change throughout our lives, whether you wanted to write early or are coming to it now, writing is accessible to anyone. Writing, like her urban sketching and artwork she creates, is about practice, learning the skills, and processes that help you improve and get the world done. It's also important that writers stay well. Writing, sitting at the desk typing, can hurt the...2024-02-1234 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellHow to Build an Author's PlatformAre platforms still a thing? Absolutely. If you want to publish traditionally, publishers and agents will want to know you have a built-in audience and have expertise in the topic you want to write about. Having an expanded platform is important for self-publishing writers and fiction writers too. It's a way to reach readers and be seen as the "authority" by your target audience. And fiction writers aren't off the hook either. But how can we build an author's platform and still be authentic? How can we do the work of platform development and still have time to write?2024-02-0532 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellWriting and Publishing Short PiecesShort pieces between 250 and 1,000 can be a good way to break into new markets and create a steady flow of income. Content marketers are often hired to write 500-word Welcome pages, many publications publish and pay for short essays, and front-of-the-book shorts are a good way to see your name in print. If you can explain a complex idea in a brief, or rally brand enthusiasm in less than 400 words in a corporate newsletter, you may even get a regular gig. But writing short pieces is one of the more difficult things to do. Each short piece...2024-01-2228 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellGhostwriting with Marcia Layton TurnerMany people from entrepreneurs to entertainers hire ghostwriters to write books on their behalf.And that makes for some great writing opportunities for writers who can manage a book project from start to finish and do it in the voice, cadence, and tone of their client.But how can you break into the ghostwriting business? What skills are required for writers who want to work as ghostwriters, and what is it like to collaborate with a client while writing a book on their behalf?Veteran author and ghostwriter Marcia Layton Turner explains the...2024-01-1539 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellDeliberate Thinking is Important to Good WritingWriting happens long before we sit down at the computer. It happens in our hearts and our heads. Yet too, often writers don't leave the time they need to think their stories through. I'm not suggesting you develop a specific outline, or have everything figured out before you sit down to write, but it is helpful, necessary even to invest some time to think about this. This counts as writing too.This kind of deliberate thinking works like brainstorming for me. I'll take notes, let my imagination unspool and solve problems in my story, figure out story...2024-01-0835 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellBust Writer's BlockEnjoy this replay of one of our most popular shows and learn why Polly doesn't really believe in writer's block. Join us Monday, Jan. 8 for all new shows and author interviews on Simply Write w/Polly. To get in touch with Polly and pick up the End of the Year Writer's Wrap Up and other tip sheets join the Simply Write Community at https://simplywrite.substack.comHappy New Year.There are plenty of times when the writing feels hard. When it's difficult to find flow, you are filled with self-doubt and everything...2024-01-0132 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellThe Power of Writing Rituals & Routines -- REPLAYThe New Year is a great time to reflect on your writing process and routines. What is working? What isn't? How can you be more productive, and creative, and generate more publishing opportunities? Rituals and routines can help. In this episode, one of our most popular from last year, Polly talks about her writing routines and how you can create those practices that will help you get the writing done.Ready to move that project forward, daily rituals and a solid writing routine can help you get the writing done.This episode originally aired Nov. 7, 2022.2023-12-2529 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellAgent Amy Collins on What Writers Need to Know When Pitching AgentsIt's true agents are inundated with pitches from authors. And, says Amy Collins, an agent at Talcott Notch Literary it's also true that they routinely turn down great work. But that doesn't mean you should stop trying and it helps a lot when you learn how to provide agents what they need.Often, Collins says, agents turn down good books, because they already have authors with books in similar genres, or she can only take on a couple of new clients and has already found them.A rejection doesn't mean your work is a flop...2023-12-1832 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellEnd of the Year Writer Wrap=Up'Tis the season to take care of business. In this episode, we cover the end-of-the-year reminders and the planning and development work you can do now to create a successful year ahead. Have you renewed your business license, and prepared your estimated taxes? Have you established your editorial calendar and drafted letters of introduction? Now is the time. Listen to this episode to learn how I lay the groundwork for the new year and use this month to ramp up my writing career.To get in touch with me, Polly Campbell, please join our free Simply Write...2023-12-1137 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellStrategies to Keep Writing During Busy TimesEnd-of-the-year planning and paperwork. Kids on break from school. Seasonal festivities. Planning and pitching for the year ahead. Editorial calendars and goal planning. These are just a few of the things professional writers contend during this time of the year.But, instead of being thrown by the distraction, they flex their schedule and get the job done.Here are a few of the strategies Polly uses to keep up during the busy times:
Prioritizes deadlines which are all the things others are waiting on her for.
Builds in days off. She doesn't even pretend...2023-11-2729 minSimply Write w/ Polly Campbell254. Attorney, Author Sonia Frontera Explains Why She Independently PublishesSonia Frontera has always had a love of writing--even when she went to law school. Now she uses both her legal expertise and writing skills to independently publish books such as Relationship Solutions: Effective Strategies to Heal Your Heart and Create the Happiness You Deserve.Her writing voice is accessible, positive, and authentic and her books avoid pages of legal jargon. That was by design, Frontera says. She wants her work to be helpful and she recognizes her books serve as a calling card to potential clients.That's one of the reasons, Frontera decided to...2023-11-2030 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellWriter's Envy is Real. Here's How to Manage It.Yeah, I know, it can be tough to see even the most well-deserved colleagues climb the bestseller charts when you are struggling to find an agent or even knock out a first draft. I get it. Writer's Envy is real, but it can also be motivating.There are opportunities out there for hardworking writers and your success will not limit my chances. So the best way to deal is to celebrate the success of others and use your own envy and big feelings to drive your work.In this episode of Simply Write w/Polly...2023-11-1334 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellAuthor Kathy Ramsperger Talks How Journaling Helps Her Novel WritingJournaling helps award-winning author Kathryn Brown Ramsperger solve problems, access her imagination, and free up her creative brain to get the work done.Whether it's Morning Pages or journaling on the go, Rampsberger is a firm believer that journaling is a door to our imagination. A journal can keep our ideas in a safe place, or allow us to release big feelings so that we can move on. It's also a tool to get the ideas for our next novel or project percolating. Ramsperger, who is also a writing coach and journalist, talks about how to journal...2023-11-0639 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellBreak in With Service ArticlesEvery Service Piece Needs These ThingsProblems.Solutions.Hope and Humans.There are plenty of places to break in with service pieces, but each article must include the components editors are looking for and readers want.I've written service for decades and in this episode I'll share what those elements are and how you can structure them to break in and publish.Want more?Join our Simply Write community at https://simplywrite.substack.com and let me know how you handle the...2023-10-3034 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellAuthor Susan Johnston Taylor Talks Writing For ChildrenWriting for the Children's MarketAuthor, poet, and journalist Susan Johnston Taylor writes articles and books for children and adults, and her newest picture book is written in poetry.Diversifying your writing career is akin to diversifying your investment portfolio, Johnston Taylor says, and an important way to publish in a variety of markets.Throughout her career, Johnston Taylor says she has followed her own curiosity and her interests and then sought the markets that are best suited for the range of writing she likes to do.Writing picture books is...2023-10-2335 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellWriting Through HeartbreakKeep GoingWriting Our Way ThroughThe news of the week has knocked me back. It can be hard to head into the quiet of the writing desk and focus on the work we need to get done. But, writing is also a job. My husband works in a hospital, and he doesn't skip work when he's feeling sad or uninspired.Last week we took our car to the mechanic, and he was there. I don't know if he has problems in his relationship or is bothered by the news...2023-10-1634 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellSandra Beckwith on How to Sell More BooksReframe Your Marketing MindsetAuthor, writer, and book marketing expert Sandra Beckwith suggests that when writers and authors change how they think about marketing they will feel more comfortable promoting their work.It's a simple reframe, says the host of BuildBookBuzz.com a marketing resource for writers and authors at https://buildbookbuzz.com/Nobody cares about your book more, and nobody is going to do it as well as you will, Beckwith says. But, writers must look beyond the self-promotion."You are selling your book, not yourself," Beckwith says in this...2023-10-0941 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellHow Pre-crastination Hurts Our Writing LifeAre You a Pre-crastinator?Have you ever heard of the term, pre-crastination? I hadn't and yet, now I know, I am an avid pre-crastinator. When the to-do list is too long, or I'm feeling the tension of deadlines, I tend to act hastily, quickly checking things off my list. And that can cause big problems for writers.Pre-crastination is when we are more focused on getting things done rather than deliberate steps we need to take toward the overall, larger goals. We get wrapped up in the doing without considering if what we are doing...2023-10-0239 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellCriticism, Persistence, and Self-Publishing with Fantasy Author Joshua RutherfordWriting Despite CriticismFantasy author Joshua K. Rutherford keeps a notebook nearby while working his day job and finds pockets of time to write at night after the kids are in bed. Often, he says, the writing process is restorative. But criticism weighed heavily on him until he decided to independently publish his fantasy novel and felt empowered. Now, readers are clamoring for his books like Sons of Chenia, and the novels in his Fourpointe Chronicles Series, including the newest Peacefall.Rutherford says fantasy allows him to discuss real-life issues like racism, inequality, and love...2023-09-2534 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellBetter Research with Retrieval PracticeUse Retrieval Practice for Better WritingWriters must take in and process a lot of information. But it's not enough to store it in our memories. We've got to index the information in a way we can remember it in our brains, and then apply it to the craft and the pieces we are working on. Learning is not just about memorization, it's about our ability to apply that knowledge when needed.In this episode, Polly explains how this powerful practice helps embed the knowledge we are learning so that we can access it as...2023-09-1815 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellEditor, Author, Teacher Estelle Erasmus Talks Pitches and PublishingEstelle Erasmus Says "Write the Piece Only You Can Write"Award-winning journalist, teacher, and editor Estelle Erasmus has spent three decades in magazine journalism serving as editor-in-chief to some of the biggest magazines in the U.S. Now she shares her wisdom on Simply Write w/Polly and in her new book Writing that Gets Noticed. To write articles and essays that get published Erasmus says writers must understand the market and audience for the publication they want to write for, as well as themselves so that they can write from their unique point of...2023-09-1137 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellShow Your WorkEvery time Polly hits "send" on a new piece, it's nerve-wracking, but especially when I'm going out cold, to the readers without editors or publishers to hone my work. Still, this regular practice of publishing on blogs or newsletters, even social media forums can elevate your writing, help you find your voice, and become better at taking a concept from your mind to the page for readers.Journaling, expressive writing, and morning pages are all important forms of writing. Heck, writing anything matters. But professional writers write for readers and the more often you do that, the...2023-09-0432 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellMake an Editorial Calendar and Publish MoreOne of Our Favorites and News About Season 2We are in the dog days of summer and, though we feel like lazing on the couch in the warm afternoons, we are not. We are writing and interviewing and are hard at work on Season Two. We are excited to bring you more tips and insider info, more guests, more authors and freelancers, and people who are crafting writing careers and have ideas and insights that can help us do it too.We will be back with all-new shows Monday, Sept. 5 and in the meantime, we...2023-08-2837 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellHow to Choose the Best IdeaOne of Our Favorites and News About Season 2We are in the dog days of summer and, though we feel like lazing on the couch in the warm afternoons, we are not. We are writing and interviewing and are hard at work on Season Two. We are excited to bring you more tips and insider info, more guests, more authors and freelancers, and people who are crafting writing careers and have ideas and insights that can help us do it too.We will be back with all-new shows Monday, Sept. 5 and in the meantime, we...2023-08-2137 minSimply Write w/ Polly Campbell140. EIC Sarah Klein Talks Service Journalism, Pitching and PublishingStudy the Site to Become a Go-To WriterLivestrong.com Editor-in-Chief and Editorial Director Sarah Klein talks about the importance of collaboration between writers and editors.Writers who find success and publish repeatedly tend to be those who understand the site or publication they are pitching to and the needs of the readers. Klein suggests that writers study the publication they want to write for to get an idea of the audience, tone, and voice used and to avoid making assumptions on the page.She encourages her writers and editors to challenge assumptions...2023-08-1434 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellFive Things to Avoid in Your WritingEveryone talks about the Rules of Writing. The thing is many of them change depending on who you are talking to and the piece you are writing.Yet, this is a craft and we can become better writers by applying some basic techniques even while we learn about genre and figure out our process. No matter what you are writing, i think there are five things (and of course many more) that can instantly make your work better.
Avoid vague words.
Steer away from cliche and adverbs, at least some of the time. Not all of...2023-08-0733 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellCozy Mystery Author Angela M. Sanders Talks About Creating the Fictional WorldQuirky, interesting characters, a comfortable and familiar world, with plenty of clues and plot twists are the main things that keep readers coming back to a cozy mystery series, says Angela M. Sanders.She writes nonfiction pieces and is the author of multiple cozy mystery series, including the Witch Way Librarian Cozy Mysteries, beginning with Witch Upon a StarIt's the continuity readers like and the safe, welcoming feel, Sanders says, but that poses unique challenges for the writer. You want to create a fictional world that is familiar and welcoming, yet interesting to old...2023-07-3140 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellE.A. Aymar: Persistence, Inspiration, and Identity in Thriller NovelsThe writing process is personal, there is no one right way to do it, but no matter how you set your schedule up, you've got to find your way to get the writing done, to do the work whether you are publishing or not.For award-winning thriller author and essayist E.A. Aymar, his writing process starts at 4 a.m. before he gets his son ready for school and starts his day job.Aymar began writing daily in 1997 and persisted for nearly 20 years before selling his first book. So what kept him going despite years...2023-07-1739 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellPlanning and Development for Steady IncomePlan Ahead to Establish a Constant Revenue StreamIt can take months to get paid for the essays, articles, or marketing pieces you're writing now. Sure, those delays can cause real stress. But with a savings account and a development calendar, a well-organized writer will not only have pieces ready to ship but also assignments on deck for the weeks and months ahead.Creating a developmental calendar and strategy can help you identify what's due when and what openings you have in your assignment schedule so you can direct pitches, Letters of Introduction, and cover...2023-07-1029 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellThe Writer's Field TripTime To Get Up and GoRemember from your school days the fun of a field trip? It was always exciting to get out of the classroom for a day-long trip to the zoo or a museum or a Shakespeare play. It didn't matter what we did, it was good to have a break in the routine.Writers need to change up their routines too to rejuvenate and ignite inspiration. It's good for you and great for the work.Julia Cameron writes about the Artist's Date in her book The Artist's Way.2023-07-0318 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellOptimizing the Revision ProcessIn this episode, Polly Campbell talks about why she loves revising and the seven-step process she uses to stay on track.
Write the Quick Draft
Go toward the obvious. Cut out echoes. Make sure the focus is clear and the action tight. Cut vague language, add powerful verbs.
Go deep. Stay with it, working over every element.
Print it out.
Let it cool down.
Then, read it aloud. Seriously, do this!
And, revise on the page.
Revising is an essential part of the writing process and a must-do if you want to publish and...2023-06-2635 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellPaula Rizzo: Author and Media Strategist Offers Tips for Talking to the MediaWhat is Your Book About?Can you tell me in one compelling sentence what your book is about?Author and media strategist Paula Rizzo says it's even hard for her to do, but that's why she develops and practices her pitch long before she ever starts promoting it and she gives some great tips for other writers to use when promoting their work.The nonfiction author of Listful Living: A List-Making Journey to a Less-Stressed You comes from the world of television writing and producing, and now she coaches authors and entrepreneurs on...2023-06-1940 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellWriters and Imposter SyndromeIn 1978 two psychologists came up with a term that describes an experience many of us have had and it is called Imposter Syndrome.If you are a striving writer who is also wracked by self-doubt and feelings of inadequacy and have a hard time saying that you are a writer, then congratulations you, like Neil Gaiman, Maya Angelou, Brene Brown, and so many other bestselling writers have felt it too.Imposter syndrome is not uncommon but it can keep us from writing and publishing. In this show, author Polly Campbell explains what imposter syndrome is...2023-06-1237 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellAuthor Jen Singer Talks About Building a Diverse CareerDiverse Skills Mean More Opportunity and a More Interesting Career for Freelance Writer and Editor Jen SingerAuthor, ghostwriter, blogger, editor, and writing coach Jen Singer has crafted a successful writing career by honing a diverse set of skills and drawing from personal experience to help others. Jen writes books, speeches, articles, and other pieces for a range of clients and editors. She also coaches, develops book proposals, and serves as a developmental editor to other writers. She can also quote Springsteen like a boss.Jen Singer's newest work, The Just Diagnosed Guides, evolved out...2023-06-0539 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellThriller Author Alice Henderson: Real Life Expertise Makes for Great FictionThriller author Alice Henderson happens to also be a wildlife biologist who spends a great deal of time in nature, tracking some of our most elusive animals. Whether it's a dry desert or a snowy mountain the characters she creates often face challenges from nature and antagonists. She pulls on her expertise and interests in biology and writing to create captivating tales about the things she cares most about.An engaging story, she believes, is one way to get people interested in issues, such as wildlife preservation, that have big impacts on the real world....2023-05-2238 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellStudy the Market To Publish MoreWhen Polly started her freelance career, she didn't sell a whole lot. At least not at the beginning. But then she took the advice of an established magazine writer and teacher and spent time at the front end studying potential markets for her ideas. Polly scrutinized the magazine pages and masthead, evaluated the list of editors, and contributors against the bylines she saw in the mags, and even looked at the advertisements to get a feel for the audience. Since she started studying markets, Polly's been selling and publishing regularly ever since.In this episode Polly breaks...2023-05-1537 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellSuccess Secrets From Freelancer Jen A. MillerJen A. Miller has been freelancing for decades and continues to make a six-figure income. How? Marketing savvy, hard work, and good writing. In this episode, Miller talks with Polly about how she started her freelance career and the approach she takes to keep her writing business thriving. Hint, you don't have to work longer days to make more money, but Miller does market her work and skills, manages her budgets, and meets her deadlines and commitments. Those are the things that keep clients coming back.Miller has also written a series of ebooks that will answer...2023-05-0840 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellBetter BloggingBlogs look different than they did more than a decade ago when Polly Campbell started blogging but they still provide a great opportunity to improve your writing, connect with readers and editors, and write about things that matter to you. Corporations, associations, and nonprofits also look to bloggers to help them build brand recognition, raise funds, connect with clients, and develop community partnerships. Blogging can be part of a solid writing business, as long as you do it well. In this episode, Polly shares some insights to help you build a better blog and grow your blogging business.2023-05-0136 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellAgents and Writers: The Scoop from Kate McKeanPolly Campbell talks with writer and agent Kate McKean, vice-president of Howard Morhaim Literary Agency talks about how agents choose books to represent, the intangibles that result in a sale--or not, and how she works with writers. Instead of playing to trends Kate says to write the book you want to write and give her the book "I don't know I need.""I want to help create a book that exemplifies the author's goals," Kate says.And when it comes to writing and selling that nonfiction proposal Kate says to consider these questions: Why does...2023-04-2438 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellDeveloping DescriptionToo much and you'll lose the reader. Too little, well, that doesn't work either. We need the Goldilocks approach to descriptive writing. When done right descriptive language can build emotional resonance, develop character, create memorable settings, and elevate your writing in a way that has editors, readers, and publishers, clamoring for more. But if you come in heavy-handed or use cliche your work will flounder. In this episode Polly Campbell, talks about how to create descriptive writing, covering techniques like strong verbs, imagery, specific language, and the use of objects that will elevate the story not overwhelm it. And...2023-04-1736 minSimply Write w/ Polly Campbell123. Author Donald Altman and How the Writing Process ChangesPolly Campbell talks with the award-winning nonfiction author of Simply Mindful and other books, Donald Altman, about how his writing process changed when he began writing his first novel The Travelers. Donald has written screenplays, short films, kids' television, and more than 20 nonfiction books after leaving behind a career as an electrician decades ago. In 2023 Donald launched his first novel and now talks with Simply Write about how his writing process has changed from a more structured approach utilizing outlines and research to create his personal-development books to a more organic way of writing in this novel The Travelers.2023-04-1037 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellAuthor Tara Laskowski Talks about Writing Short and LongPolly talks with award-winning novelist and flash fiction writer Tara Laskowski about the importance of prioritizing the writing in your schedule and how she relies on spooky settings to build her novels.Join Polly and the Simply Write community at https://SimplyWrite.substack.comFind Tara Laskowski and her work, including her newest novel set for release in December here: https://taralaskowski.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2023-03-2733 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellFind Your Writing VoicePolly Campbell talks about the intangible power of voice and the importance of technique and faith when it comes to developing yours, and some ways we can find our voice in every piece we write. Voice is that unique quality that elevates your work and draws readers in. In this episode, Polly explains how it works.Also, be sure to join our Simply Write community at https://simplywrite.substack.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2023-03-2033 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellEssay Writing with Amy PaturelPolly talks with renowned writer Amy Paturel about her writing process the must-have components of publishable essays.Signup for Amy's essay writing class and learn more about their work here: https://www.amypaturel.com/For more about the writing process, the writer's mindset, and creating a writing career, join our Simply Write substack community at https://simplywrite.substack.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2023-03-1336 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellAuthor Christopher Coake Gets Personal in FictionPolly talks with fiction writer and MFA Director Christopher Coake about the process and the personal aspects of writing fiction.Find Christopher Coake and his newest collection of short stories, You Would Have Told Me Not To at https://www.christophercoake.info/Join Polly and the Simply Write community at https://simplywrite.substack.com or find her newest books at pollycampbell.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2023-02-2739 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellWriting Through Hard TimesPolly goes inside the writer's mind and talks about how to keep writing even when life throws emotionally hard hurdles in our path. The writing might just be the thing to help us through.for more join, Polly's Simply Write substack community at https://Simplywrite.substack.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2023-02-2034 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellThree Things to Improve Your Finished PieceAdd these strategies to your writing and revision process and you will create better work and publish more often. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2023-02-1334 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellCrime Fiction Writer Art Taylor and the Short StoryAward-winning novelist and short-story author, Art Taylor, talks about process, inspiration, and the six-sentence story method.For more on Taylor's process and bonus materials and tip sheets subscribe and join the Simply Write community at simplywrite.substack.comFind Art Taylor at https://arttaylorwriter.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2023-02-0639 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellStarting at the EndA good ending will keep readers engaged in your story long after they put it down. The best serve-up and combination of interesting details or information while creating powerful feelings that will linger with the reader. In this episode, Polly shares some strategies for writing solid endings.Join us at simplywrite.substack.com. Paid subscribers get access to comments and feedback as well as Tip Sheets and bonus materials. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2023-01-3034 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellAuthor Wendi Aarons Talks the Serious Side of Writing ComedyWendi Aarons, author of I'm Wearing Tunics Now, Ginger Mancino Kid Comedian is here to talk about crafting comedy and the serious side of writing humor.Wendi Aarons: https://www.wendiaarons.com/Join our https://SimplyWrite.substack.com for writing tip sheets, essays, and info to help you publish your work and create a writer's career and life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2023-01-2330 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellStarting Strong with a Good OpeningOpenings, ledes, beginnings, whatever you call them they better be compelling and hook your reader. In today's episode, we talk about some ways to do it and Polly goes off on one her favorites for the In the Desk segments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2023-01-1630 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellScreenwriter, Novelist Wendall ThomasScreenwriter, consultant, and novelist Wendall Thomas, author of Foged Off, and other Cyd Redondo novels, talks about optioning scripts, writing comic novels, and managing multiple projects.Find Wendall Thomas at https://www.wendallthomas.com/Join the Simply Write community at https://simplywrite.substack.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2023-01-0936 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellContent Marketing Writer Jennifer Goforthh GregoryLearn about what content marketing writing is and how you can cultivate clients and develop a lucrative career from Jennifer GoForth Gregory, author ofThe Freelance Content Marketing Writer. Join our substack and SimplyWrite.substack.comFind Jennifer at www.jennifergregorywriter.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2022-12-1238 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellFind Your Focus and FormThe clearer you are about what your story is about, the clearer your writing will be and that's good for you and the readers.Assignment: Hone your focus.Want feedback? Join the Simply Write community as a paid subscriber and leave a comment with your thoughts and questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2022-12-0531 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellPicture Book Author and Novelist Katie OteyShe was flat on her back in the hospital room and started working on the idea that became her first published picture book Every Other Christmas. Author Katie Otey talks about her process, juggling projects, and why it's important to tell your story.Jjoin the Simply Write community for more from Katie Otey about why she created a publishing company and the first point of entry for picture books.https://simplywrite.substack.com/Find Katie at www.katieoteywrites.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...2022-11-2832 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellLori Rader-Day, Award-Winning Mystery Writer Talks ProcessAgatha-award-winning author Lori Rader-Days shares her writing process, explains when she knew it was time to quit her office job (bad boss), and how she deals with self-doubt (craft books), and much more. If you love to talk writing and aspire to write a novel, this show with authors Polly Campbell and Lori-Rader day is for you.Check out Death at Greenway (loved it) and her other books here: www.Loriraderday.comGet bonus material, other writing info, and discounted access to upcoming writer's workshops by becoming a paid subscriber at www.simplywrite.substack.com2022-11-1438 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellFiction Powerhouse Jacquelyn Mitchard Joins Polly Campbell on Simply WriteHer debut Deep End of the Ocean became Oprah's first book club pick, now 22 books later, Jacquelyn Mitchard talks about dedication, commitment to writing, and creating emotionally complex characters on Simply Write w/Polly Campbell.Pick up Jaquelyn Mitchard's newest The Good Son and be sure to sign up for The Gasp. for behind-the-scenes details and a deep dive into the craft and quirks of living a writer's life, join our subscriber community here: www.simplywrite.substack.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2022-11-0231 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellFiction Powerhouse Jacquelyn Mitchard Joins Polly Campbell on Simply WriteHer debut Deep End of the Ocean became Oprah's first book club pick, now 22 books later, Jacquelyn Mitchard talks about dedication, commitment to writing, and creating emotionally complex characters on Simply Write w/Polly Campbell.Pick up Jaquelyn Mitchard's newest The Good Son and be sure to sign up for The Gasp. for behind-the-scenes details and a deep dive into the craft and quirks of living a writer's life, join our subscriber community here: www.simplywrite.substack.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2022-10-3131 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellBeginnings & BackstoriesPro-writer Polly Campbell shares her origin story and offers tips on how to create your own writing business to do the work you love and love the work you do. Polly created a life plan to create both a writing business and a lifestyle she wanted to live. She shares how she did it and some of the things you can do that may help you create an income from your writing.Assignment #1: Determine your why. Write down the specific reasons you want to write and publish your writing. Know why you want to earn an income...2022-10-2435 minSimply Write w/ Polly CampbellIntroducing Simply Write w/ Polly Campbell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2022-10-1302 min