Season 1

Happy Birthday to Unleash Your Creative Magic, a brief look back over the past twelve months of these episodes and my writing journey. You can check out my website here... HELEN PHIFER Find me on Amazon here... Amazon.co.uk: ...

Have you ever wondered how to write a series of books? Or want to have a go and are not sure where to start? This week I'm sharing my hints and tips and looking at popular series including Twilight to …

This week I'm looking at the different types of endings you can finish your story with and talking about some classic books and their endings. After all those words are two of the best words ever because you've finished your …

On International Women's Day I'm proud to be talking to you about how to make the stories you write be the best they can be. I want to see you taking your ideas and turning them into those books that …

This week I'm talking about using plot twists, tips and advice on how to use them. Plus what makes a good plot twist. If you'd like to attend my in person writing workshop at the Holiday Inn, Barrow-in-Furness How You …

Join me as I chat about all things research, how to find out information when you don't know where to turn and how much is too much. I'm also chatting about different writing projects and the measures I've taken to …

Welcome to Unleash Your Creative Magic, the podcast that should hopefully inspire you to get writing. This week I have to apologise for a few minor hiccups with my new mic. I'm talking about what happens before a book is …

This week I'm talking about how important it is to have some goals to work towards with your writing. I'm discussing what my ultimate goal as a writer is and how I'm breaking it down into much smaller, achievable goals …

Hello my gorgeous listeners, how are you. Welcome back to episode 31 of Unleash Your Creative Magic where I'm chatting about the importance of social media as a writer and what use it is. I'm also talking about what your …

Hello my lovelies, this week is episode thirty! I can't believe it. This weeks episode was recorded on World Kindness Day and I'm talking about a brand new charity anthology that was written by a whole host of fabulous author...

Hello and welcome to Unleash Your Creative Magic. The podcast to help you start writing or finish the project you're working on. This week I'm chatting about writing workshops and the advantages of attending them, I'm also gi...

Welcome back to episode twenty eight of Unleash Your Creative Magic. This week I've been doing some soul searching as to what it is about a story that draws readers in and makes them come back for more, again and …

It's my favourite time of the year, I adore Halloween and the run up to it. This week I'm sharing my top tips for writing a scary story that have served me well over the years and I'm also discussing …

Life has been hectic but fun, not to mention busy on the writing and editing front. So here's an update of what I've been up to and I'm also talking about the different ways to celebrate your books publication day. …

Welcome to this weeks slightly later than usual episode, it's been a crazy old week but here's a short catch up.

Welcome back, This week is a bit of a mixed bag as I chat to you about a near miss with my proofread, research and how true crime can have a huge impact on the stories you're writing. Join me …

Hello and welcome to Unleash Your Creative Magic. Last week I talked about editing, but I forgot to talk about the final proofread, so this week this is what I'm talking about and cheering you along on your writing journey. …

Hello and welcome to episode twenty two of Unleash Your Creative Magic. This week I'm talking about the editing process, the highs and lows of turning your story from great to outstanding. How important they are and how frust...

This week I'm having a general catch up and talking about my love of reading, what books I've just enjoyed and recommendations. Plus my fabulous book club people. If you'd like to check out my author page Amazon.co.uk: Helen ...

Welcome back, this week I'm talking about my experience of Indie Publishing with some tips and a little story of woe to make you aware of the highs and lows of choosing this method of publication. Below are the links …

This week despite the heat melting my brain I've managed to talk about my quest to get my book published. Come and join me and the seagulls of Barrow as I talk you through the lengths I went to for …

This week from my sweltering, stuffy room I'm talking about how and when to use dialogue in your writing. What speech tags are and when to use them. Thank you so much for listening. If you'd like to chat you …

This week I'm talking about the dreaded feeling of if you're good enough, what happens when we compare ourselves to other writers and how to overcome this. Check out the Instagram and Facebook Pages if you'd like to get in …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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...

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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...

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...

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...

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.