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Hello, and welcome to Write-hearted hosted by me, Stuart Wakefield. Join me for a series of informal conversations with not only writers in all disciplines but also those connected with writing, whether they be editors, agents or publishers. Talk to you soon!

  1. 26/11/2021

    Episode 16: How to Self-Edit Your Novel

    Are you a writer wondering how to go about self-editing your novel? While creating early drafts of your fiction, you can have several complex issues that can often send you going mad. And if you want to learn how to deal with them as you try to edit your own work, my conversation with Gabriela Blandy is definitely for you. As writers, we often have a visceral understanding of story. We can tell if a story just doesn't feel quite right. But when creating our own story, we may be too close to it to even see its flaws. We're often unable to point our finger at exactly what we find wrong with our own story. This makes self-editing your novel quite challenging. Unfortunately, many writers take this feeling of uncertainty about their work as a representation of their lack of ability or talent. They think that they're not talented writers. But there are honestly too many complexities that we have to face as writers as we work through our drafts, that we can't blame it all on ourselves. As a developmental editor of several years, I'm here to share my insights on how to fix holes in the story, plot and all things self-editing. Stay tuned for the entire discussion, and learn more about self-editing your novel. PLUS, get to know how you can get a sample edit for a part of your book!

    41 min

  2. 03/11/2021

    Episode 15: What To Do When Writing Your Story Goes Wrong

    A pep-talk for those who've written themselves into a corner... If you need help, visit me at The Book Coach and book some (free!) time to talk about your project.

    6 min
  3. Episode 14: Writing Mental Health and Identity, with Anne Goodwin

    25/10/2021

    Episode 14: Writing Mental Health and Identity, with Anne Goodwin

    In this author interview, Anne Goodwin talks about writing identity, mental health, and social justice — and how these both inform and feature in each of her novels. Anne's latest novel, Matilda Windsor is Coming Home, is available here. Find Anne here: https://annegoodwin.weebly.com/ Find Stuart here: https://www.thebookcoach.co (Yes, that's .co and not .com!)

    55 min

  4. 04/10/2021

    Episode 13: From Horror to Cosy Thriller, Switching Genres, with Andy Drysdale

    In this author interview, Andrew Drysdale talks about his reasons for switching from horror to cosy crime thrillers for the German market. Andrew's latest novel, Jimmy Green Investigates, is available here. Find Andrew here: https://www.andrewdrysdale.co.uk Find Stuart here: https://www.thebookcoach.co (Yes, that's .co and not .com!)

    56 min

  5. 03/09/2021

    Episode 12: A Review of "Blueprint for a Book: Build Your Novel from the Inside Out" by Jennie Nash

    Something different for this episode - my review of the brilliant "Blueprint for a Book: Build Your Novel from the Inside Out" by Jennie Nash. You can buy the book here: https://amzn.to/2WNxWXV (That's an affiliate link.)

    36 min
  6. Episode 11: Historical Fiction Novelists Susanne Dunlap and Margaret McNellis

    20/08/2021

    Episode 11: Historical Fiction Novelists Susanne Dunlap and Margaret McNellis

    In this author(s) interview, Susanne Dunlap and Margaret McNellis talk about the importance of understanding the what, why, and how of historical fiction. They share insights on how they approach their work, the challenges, and the joys of writing. Susanne's novel, Voices in the Mist, will be available from September 21. Margaret's novel, The Red Fletch, will be available from September 18. Book your spot on their September 21 joint book launch here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/book-launch-susanne-dunlap-margaret-mcnellis-hosted-by-lorraine-norwood-tickets-164327731669  Find Susanne here: https://susanne-dunlap.com Find Margaret here: https://mcnelliswrites.com Find Stuart here: https://www.thebookcoach.co (Yes, that's .co and not .com!) If you're interested in Bernadette Banner's channel on dress history: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSHtaUm-FjUps090S7crO4Q

    1 h 10 min
  7. Episode 10: Susan Sloate: Author, Publisher, THREE-DAY NOVELIST!

    06/08/2021

    Episode 10: Susan Sloate: Author, Publisher, THREE-DAY NOVELIST!

    Susan Sloate is a writing powerhouse and the author of more than 20 published, award-winning books. She's also an engaging guest! From a writing career that began when she wrote  a romance novel while her teacher thought she was taking notes, to Hollywood and contract writing, Susan has the most amazing stories. She even wrote a novel in three days AND SOLD IT. If you'd like to connect with Susan or me, please find our links below. FIND SUSAN HERE! Website: https://susansloate.com/home FIND STUART HERE! Book Coaching Website: https://www.thebookcoach.co Author Website: https://www.stuartwakefield.info Twitter: https://twitter.com/misterwakefield Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misterswakefield LinkedIn: https://www.linkedininstagram.com/misterswakefield Credits: Music by jhonnyrave15 from Pixabay

    1 h 12 min
  8. Episode 9: Microfiction & Musicals, with S. L. Forrester

    23/07/2021

    Episode 9: Microfiction & Musicals, with S. L. Forrester

    S. L. Forrester writer microfiction, short stories, and novels. Stories sometimes bittersweet, sometimes whimsical, a blend of light and dark. Celebrating the magical in the mundane, and the familiar in the fantastical. Oh, and she's writing a musical! If you'd like to connect with Sylvia or me, please find our links below. FIND SYLVIA HERE! Website: https://slforrester.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/S-L-Forrester-103808351365624 Twitter: https://twitter.com/flashfictionist Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heretheresastory FIND STUART HERE! Book Coaching Website: https://www.thebookcoach.co Author Website: https://www.stuartwakefield.info Twitter: https://twitter.com/misterwakefield Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misterswakefield LinkedIn: https://www.linkedininstagram.com/misterswakefield Credits: Music by jhonnyrave15 from Pixabay

    53 min
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