Simply Write w/ Polly Campbell

345. Be a Better, Happier Writer This Year


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To start the New Year, we break down the habits, craft techniques, and mindset shifts Polly uses to elevate her writing and also create a more satisfying writing process.

We explore how to read like a writer, build consistent routines, strengthen clarity and style, develop voice, and the importance of revision. And why it's important to find calm in discomfort.

Want to have a better, more producitve writing year? Start by behaving like a writer. Today we'll talk about what that means.

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Simply Write | Episode 345 — Be a Better Writer in 2026

To get better at writing, show up consistently. Read widely, write regularly, study how stories work, and revise with intention. Build habits that support creativity, seek feedback, and practice reading like a writer so you can learn from every page. Embrace discomfort, stay curious, and commit to the work—even on days you don’t feel like it. Plus, in What’s in the Desk, Polly shares insights from Seth Godin’s The Practice.
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