Hajera is a writer, a creative writing teacher, and an editor. She makes craft accessible and the writing process seem less daunting. Whenever I feel like my writing is not working, I check out her Instagram page.
In our conversation, we dive into topics ranging from her writing routine, questions she get asked by students, MFA programs, the editing process and more.
Enjoy!
Timestamps:
0:00 promo
0:52 Why do we write stories?
6:20 The not-born writers
10:10 Reading white characters as a child
15:58 Who is a writer
19:35 Is blogging dead and where to write
29:38 How to be vulnerable in your writing
33:40 How to discover your voice
40:24 Is it necessary to get an MFA
49:08 Hajerah’s writing schedule
58:05 The importance of journaling
1:01:20 How well you know your characters
1:09:00 Reach out those you admire
1:10:00 the editing process
1:16:18 Where to submit stories to
1:21:12 How to find motivation to write
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Hazawi Podcast demystifies the writing and publishing process. It’s for emerging writers who want to improve their writing, discover the roadmap to publishing their work, and explore diverse writing careers.
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