Episodes
Second Book Syndrome WTF Is it.
Today I'm talking about the dreaded second book syndrome and what it is, have you heard of it? I didn't even know it existed until I was faced with it. Come joins us over on the Instagram or Facebook Page …
Self Care Tips For Writer's
Welcome back, this week I'm talking about taking time out to replenish your mind, soul and creativity. I'm sharing my top tips with you about how and why it's good to take a little time out. Here are the links …
Tips To Write A Bestseller
This week I'm talking about the hottest tips to write your best selling book. What can you actually do to help you make this story stand out for your readers. If you'd like to chat about writing you can get …
Ready, Steady, Write.
Welcome to episode thirteen, this week I'm talking about getting started with your next project and what you can do to get going plus what I'm doing before I even get started plotting. Come and join me and lets get …
Character Development
Welcome to episode twelve of Unleash Your Creative Magic. Hosted by Bestselling writer Helen Phifer and the seagulls of Barrow. This week I'm chatting about how much information is enough when it comes to character developmen...
Did I Make It
Welcome to episode eleven of Unleash Your Creative Magic. This week I'm giving you an update on where I am with the deadline for my next book, my newest book which is also released this week and writing news. It's …
What's in a Hook?
Welcome to episode ten of Unleash Your Creative Magic, which is my favourite up to now. Come and join me on the writing couch where I'm talking about what a hook is and how to use one. I'm also discussing …
What's In A Story
Welcome to episode nine of Unleash Your Creative Magic, this week I'm talking about what makes a story and what is the three act structure. Ways you can use this to keep your readers interested. If you'd like to talk …
Who is Telling Your Story
Welcome to episode eight of Unleash Your Creative Magic where I'm taking a quick look in to POV - Points of View. Which character is talking and who is taking us on this journey together. I'm discussing different types of …
A Crisis of Creative Confidence
Welcome to episode eight of Unleash Your Creative Magic where I'll be discussing what happens when you hit the point in your story where you think it's a load of rubbish. Where to turn for advice and ignoring the negative …
Reality Check and Getting Your Act Together
Welcome to episode six of Unleash Your Creative Magic. In this episode I'm talking about the reality of trying to reach a deadline when your life is hectic and you're lacking a little motivation to help you get there. Join …
It's All In The Details
Welcome to episode five where I'm talking about what an outline is and what to focus on in your first draft including where to set your stories with some examples from Stephen King, JK Rowling, Shirley Jackson and of course …
Writing Goals
In this episode I'm talking about the importance of setting yourself some goals to help you focus on your writing project. If you'd like to check out my credentials then find me on Amazon.co.uk: Helen Phifer: Books, Biography...
More Plotting and Top Tips To Start Writing
In this episode I'm talking a little more about plotting your story and my top tips to help get you started. If you'd like to check out my credentials Amazon.co.uk: Helen Phifer: Books, Biography, Blogs, Audiobooks, Kindle If...
Let's Get Started Writing Your Book
In this episode I'm talking about how to start plotting your story and finding inspiration. If you'd like to check out my credentials Amazon.co.uk: Helen Phifer: Books, Biography, Blogs, Audiobooks, Kindle If you have any bur...
Where It All Began
In this very first episode I'm talking about my journey from that initial idea for a story to being a published writer of seventeen crime novels.