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  • 467. The Different Skills Needed for Writing and Publishing

    467. The Different Skills Needed for Writing and Publishing
    Jul 6 2026
    Writing and publishing are connected, but they aren't the same job. Writing asks for curiosity, creativity, and practice. Publishing requires networking, marketing, and a thick skin. In this episode of Simply Write, we're talking about why every writer needs to understand both roles, how shifting between them can make you more effective, and why it's important to keep writing something that's just for you, even while producing work for readers, clients, or publishers. For more on writing craft and crafting a writer's life, join us at https://simplywrite.substack.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    30 min
  • 466. Memoirist Corey Seemiller's Intuitive Writing Process

    466. Memoirist Corey Seemiller's Intuitive Writing Process
    Jun 29 2026
    Dr. Corey Seemiller, author of The Soulmate Strategy shares how intuitive writing shapes her process, from drafting in flow to stepping away when the work stalls. She discusses managing multiple projects, using a weekly Shut Up and Write session to stay focused, trusting instinct over force, and the importance of showing over telling in memoir. For more on the writing craft and crafting a writer's life, join us at SimplyWrite.substack.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    30 min
  • 465. Becoming a Writer

    465. Becoming a Writer
    Jun 22 2026
    You don’t become a writer by thinking about writing or preparing to write. You become one by writing consistently, even in small ways. We talk about how short sessions build evidence you can trust, why inconsistency makes writing feel harder, and how to shift the cycle. You’ll get simple ways to focus on action, set realistic goals, and track progress without getting stuck on quality. For more on writing craft and crafting a writer's life, join the Simply Write community at simplywrite.substack.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    29 min
  • 464. Poet Maria Giesbrecht on Finding the Words

    464. Poet Maria Giesbrecht on Finding the Words
    Jun 15 2026
    Poet Maria Giesbrecht joins Simply Write to talk about releasing her first collection, A Little Feral, and the mix of excitement and vulnerability that comes with it. She shares how her work explores identity, family history, and her Mexican and Mennonite roots, and how poetry helps her make sense of those layers. We discuss the discipline of writing, what her daily creative life looks like, and the importance of community through her organization, Gather. This conversation offers insight into starting out, staying with the work, and letting your writing go into the world. For more on the writing craft and crafting a writer's life, please join our community at SimplyWrite on Substack. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    35 min
  • 463. Scene-Building Tips to Propel Your Essay or Novel

    463. Scene-Building Tips to Propel Your Essay or Novel
    Jun 8 2026
    This episode explores how to create scenes that propel the story forward. But before we talk about crafting a scene, this episode covers what scenes are, how they work in fiction and nonfiction, and what they need to include to be effective. We also break down the difference between scene and exposition or summary, and when to use each. For more on the writer's craft and crafting a writer's life, join us at simplywrite.substack.com or @pollysimplywrite on YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    28 min
  • 462. The Truth of Memoir with Rachel Weaver

    462. The Truth of Memoir with Rachel Weaver
    Jun 1 2026
    In this episode of Simply Write, Polly sits down with Rachel Weaver to explore the art and challenge of writing memoir. Rachel shares how her book Dizzy grew out of 18 years living with chronic illness, and how writing became both a relief and an inquiry. They discuss creative workarounds, truth-telling on the page, and the balance between emotional accuracy and factual detail. For more on writing craft and crafting a writer's life, join the Simply Write community at simplywrite.substack.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    37 min
  • 461. Pushing Your Creative Boundaries

    461. Pushing Your Creative Boundaries
    May 25 2026
    Polly steps outside her creative comfort zone by exploring a different kind of creative practice and notices what begins to shift. She shares why it can feel both uncomfortable and energizing to try something new—and why that tension matters. Research shows that stretching beyond the familiar can boost motivation, deepen engagement, and open new creative pathways. Polly reflects on how creative risks, even outside your primary craft, can build confidence, spark fresh ideas, and ultimately strengthen your writing. For more on writing craft and crafting a writer's life, join the Simply Write community at simplywrite.substack.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    27 min
  • 460. Michelle Lee Talks Middle-Grade Fiction

    460. Michelle Lee Talks Middle-Grade Fiction
    May 18 2026
    In this episode of Simply Write, Polly talks with middle-grade author Michelle Lee about her novel The Magic of Someday Soon and her journey from college professor to full-time writer. She elaborates on what's at the heart of writing for young readers, why middle grade offers a hopeful “sweet spot,” and how stories can hold both weight and wonder. Michelle also explains what she's doing to launch and promote her books and the challenges of marketing. For more on writing craft and crafting a writer's life, join the Simply Write community at simplywrite.substack.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    40 min