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 ... [Continue Reading]
Words for the Wounded
Good Teachers – Finding the Gold
Whatever you want to learn finding a good teacher is more than half the battle. If you can find someone who is knowledgeable, can express themselves ... [Continue Reading]
Writing and The Art of Being Yourself
When I first began writing I wrote straight from the heart. I wrote about my family, the things I loved, the things I noticed and the things that ... [Continue Reading]
Writing Short Stories – Workshop Details
Writing Workshop On Saturday September 24th I'll be running a short story writing workshop alongside my friend and mentor, best selling ... [Continue Reading]
Small and Perfectly Formed – Literary Festivals
As 2016 gets under way now that a truly dreadful January departs the juggernaut that is UK Literary Festivals is gathering speed. There are so many of ... [Continue Reading]
Writing Momentum
I'm featured in this month's Writers' Forum in Phil Barrington's column 8 Days a Week. It's full of useful advice on time management and productivity ... [Continue Reading]