What! The Heys
Welcome to the ‘What! The Heys’ podcast that tears the cover off the writing world! Whether you're a seasoned author, an aspiring novelist, or just a lover of great stories, I’m here to demystify the writing craft, explore the publishing industry, dive deep into the books we can't stop thinking about, and chat with amazing guests from across the literary universe. Get ready for a conversation that's as passionate and unpredictable as a plot twist. Let's get into it.
If you’re interested in my writing you can also check out my blog:
https://heyswolfenden.blogspot.com/?m=1
My Middle Grade/YA novel, ‘Jack Strong and the Red Giant’:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00M22USRE?*Version*=1&*entries*=0
My collection of poetry, ‘Made in China: 50 Sonnets on Modern China’:
What! The Heys
#19: How Living In China Has Influenced My Writing (And Helped Me Get Better At The Same Time) - Heys Wolfenden
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In this episode, YA writer and poet Heys Wolfenden dives into a wide-ranging conversation inspired by questions from fellow authors A. L. Lieske, David Pariseau, and Mars Wilson. From his years living in China to the moment he first decided to become a writer, Heys shares the experiences that shaped both his life and his work.
He reveals how he builds memorable characters, discusses the writers who influenced him most, and speaks candidly about the challenges of querying literary agents. The conversation also explores his published works, including the Jack Strong YA/Middle Grade sci-fi series and his poetry collection Made in China.
Insightful, honest, and packed with advice for writers and creators, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.
If you like this episode you can check out my novel, Jack Strong and the Red Giant, about a 12 year old boy’s adventures on a strange, alien spaceship:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00M22USRE
And my poetry collection, ‘Made in China’, which features 50 sonnets on life in modern China:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08DMLPYZR