I've just got back from a walk with Harry. I am incredibly fortunate to be able to walk out of my garden and straight into acres of heath and … [Read more...] about Writing – Keeping things real
Writing
Interview – Jane Cable Author – Another You
I've been chatting with Jane Cable about her latest book and the importance of entering writing/literary competitions. She has given lots of really … [Read more...] about Interview – Jane Cable Author – Another You
Helen Yendall – How to Start a Creative Writing Class
Helen Yendall's latest book How to Start a Creative Writing Class has recently been published and is available from Amazon. It’s a comprehensive … [Read more...] about Helen Yendall – How to Start a Creative Writing Class
Rosie Jackson – The Glass Mother
Rosie Jackson offers workshops in poetry and memoir writing in the UK and world-wide, as well as individual mentoring. She is based in Frome, … [Read more...] about Rosie Jackson – The Glass Mother
The Critic at your Shoulder
Ignoring the Critic I have a friend, a student of mine, who is writing her life story. Some days she struggles, as we all do from time to time. She … [Read more...] about The Critic at your Shoulder
Poldark – flawed hero
The Flawed Hero I have resisted joining in the furore over the Poldark rape scene. Did he force himself on her? Did she let him? and I can resist no … [Read more...] about Poldark – flawed hero