1.World Building, Character Development, and Having a Job with Former Client Haley Walden
Haley Walden shares her journey as an author of The Witness Tree Chronicles, her approach to world-building, character development, and balancing her writing career with her copywriting/coaching business. Discover insights on managing creative energy, building a sustainable author platform, and the importance of authenticity and boundaries in creative work.
Key Topics
- World-building inspired by medieval and Renaissance Europe
- Character development and flaws in fantasy storytelling
- Managing creative energy and avoiding burnout
- Balancing fiction writing with a copywriting
- Building an author brand and community
We often we know so much more than we give ourselves credit for.
– Haley Walden
Here’s What You’ll Discover:
TIMESTAMPS
Chapters
00:00 Fandoms: The Joys and Challenges of Community
01:18 Exploring the Witness Tree Chronicles: A Deep Dive
04:19 The Historical Inspirations Behind the Story
06:56 Character-Driven Narratives: Balancing Plot and Emotion
12:22 World Building and Character Development
15:27 Character Flaws and Empathy
18:01 Character Dynamics and Relationships
20:53 Pacing and Genre Blending
25:33 Copywriting vs. Fiction Writing
32:34 Balancing Multiple Writing Roles
34:30 The Creative Cycle: Consume, Create, Connect
36:35 Energy Management in Creative Pursuits
40:07 The Slow Pivot: Intentional Business Evolution
46:12 Balancing Financial Obligations and Creative Freedom
50:28 Finding Your Unique Author Path
59:13 Connecting with Haley Walden
01:00:37 Legal and Ethical Considerations in Podcasting
You can follow Haley on Instagram @authorhaleywalden
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