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Feb 213 min read
5 common fears about hiring an editor
It is natural, as an author, to feel nervous about hiring an editor.
Feb 142 min read
Valentine's Day Verses
Exploring themes of passion, love, age and loss, these famous poems are perfect Valentine's Day reading.
Feb 73 min read
What makes a good writer?
Is a good writer inextricably linked to their writing, for example, or are they in fact separate?
Jan 312 min read
How to write about smell
One of the most difficult senses to write about is smell.
Jan 241 min read
30 best smells
A list of 30 best smells (in my opinion at least) for you to use in your writing:
Jan 173 min read
When should I start looking for an editor?
If you have recently finished a manuscript, or are looking to do so soon, you may be wondering when to start searching for an editor.
Jan 105 min read
2025 resolutions for writers
Before you set your goals for the year ahead, it’s worth spending some time reflecting on the previous year.
Dec 11, 20244 min read
Christmas poems for children
There are many brilliant Christmas poems for children from past and present, but here are a few of my all-time favourites.
Nov 28, 20243 min read
8 Classic poems for Winter
This blog delves into the works of remarkable poets such as Emily Brontë, Robert Frost, Christina Rossetti, and William Shakespeare.
Nov 8, 20243 min read
Things to consider when writing a novel
Writing a novel is extremely rewarding, whether you're simply doing it for yourself or looking to become published.
Oct 31, 20245 min read
Literary ghosts
What better way to celebrate Halloween than by exploring literature’s most famous ghosts?
Oct 23, 20244 min read
Ten tips for writers
Writing can be tough, especially when you’re starting out. Here is a list of ten top tips to inspire you on your writing journey.
Oct 10, 20242 min read
Book of the month: The Garden of Lost and Found by Harriet Evans
The Garden of Lost and Found is a multi-generational family saga written by British author, Harriet Evans.
Oct 3, 20241 min read
National Poetry Day
Today, 3rd October, is National Poetry Day and it therefore seems apt to share a short poem inspired by autumn.
Sep 25, 20242 min read
The Art of Writing
'Writers write not only out of want, but out of a need to release the stories inside their heads that beg to be written.'
Sep 18, 20244 min read
Classic Poems Inspired by Autumn
In England, September heralds the arrival of autumn, marking a transition.
Sep 11, 20242 min read
Book of the month: Salt on Your Tongue by Charlotte Runcie
In her striking debut novel, Charlotte Runcie explores the power of the sea and its relationship with women throughout the ages.
Jul 17, 20242 min read
Creative Writing Weekend near Stonehenge
Are you an aspiring creative writer looking for new ways to unlock your imagination and transform your ideas onto the page?
May 8, 20244 min read
Vivid settings in classic literature
Real or imagined, urban or pastoral, gothic or idyllic, literary settings have the power to transport, captivate and inspire. This blog...
Apr 24, 20243 min read
How to: write setting
Setting refers to the context in which a story takes place.
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