Inspiration for Writers … from Writers
One thing that has helped me hugely in my writing career is reading the advice of other writers on writing. So much so that I recently created a workshop for…
Read MoreThe Art of Crafting a Great Second Draft
As Hemingway once said: ‘The first draft of anything is shit’, and when I’m coaching other writers I always advise they give themselves permission to write badly first time round. If…
Read MoreWhat to do When Your Dream Bubble Bursts
Recently, my son and I went on a mini road-trip adventure in America. My son is football-mad (soccer-mad for US readers) and has been following the fortunes of an American team…
Read MoreTop Ten Tips for Young (or New) Writers
When I was a teenager I thought that my passion for books and writing was going to save me. From the ages of fourteen to sixteen I’d rebelled against the…
Read MoreThe Gritty Truth About Writing
It was a Saturday night. My head was thumping and my eyes were sore. My entire body ached – especially my shoulders, which were knotted tight. How much longer will…
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