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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...
May 8, 20244 min read

How to: write setting
Setting refers to the context in which a story takes place.
Apr 24, 20243 min read

Book of the month: The Unremembered Places
Exploring the beauty, mystery and wildness of Scotland's forgotten places.
Apr 17, 20243 min read

World Book Day
Happy World Book Day everyone! Today, children across the world celebrate the power and importance of books. In honour of this special...
Mar 7, 20243 min read


A Poem for World Poetry Day
World Poetry Day For All Time (from Reflections) These are the diamonds of man, Riches sprung from caves of the mind, depths of the soul....
Feb 21, 20241 min read


20 Valentine's Day Poems
This list of love poems spans the ages, from the great works of romantic poets to more contemporary pieces.
Feb 14, 20242 min read


Why authors need editors
As a writer, you’re bound to make mistakes. Whether it’s mixing up threads in a complex plot, muddling sentence structures, or forgetting...
Feb 7, 20243 min read


29 Writing Prompts for February
Sometimes, it can be hard to find the motivation to write regularly, especially if you're not working on a project...
Jan 30, 20242 min read


Recommended Reading from 2023
I have always admired those who are able to read three or even four books every month. I only ever manage one or two.
Jan 23, 20245 min read


6 resolutions for writers in 2024
Many of us see New Year as a time to discard old habits and renew our resolutions.
Jan 16, 20244 min read



Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
Another year is drawing to a close and it's time for a much-needed break.
Dec 19, 20231 min read

Novel Writing for Beginners course
We're excited to launch our new Novel Writing for Beginners course, an 8-week online course for first-time writers!
Dec 12, 20231 min read

The Power of Imagination: A creative writing workshop for adults
Saturday 17 February 1.30–4.30 PM
"Imagination is more important than knowledge. Knowledge is limited. Imagination encircles the world."
Dec 5, 20232 min read

Writing Fantasy
Like all genres, fantasy has its challenges and its freedoms.
Nov 28, 20233 min read

The Art of Writing Succinctly
Learning how to convey meaning in just a few words is a skill.
Nov 20, 20233 min read

An Interview with Teresa Bassett
This month's featured interview is with young adult author Teresa Bassett, whose novels include The Time Crystals, Flight of the Bluebird...
Nov 13, 20235 min read


Classic Books by Female Authors
Throughout history, novels by male writers have tended to dominate literary scenes.
Nov 7, 20233 min read

Poetry for Wellbeing: A creative writing workshop for adults
Friday 10th November from 1.30-4pm at Fisherton Mill, Salisbury (UK)
Oct 30, 20231 min read


How to Kick-Start Your Novel Writing Journey
Are you an aspiring author? Do you have an idea for a novel but don’t know how to start?
Oct 23, 20235 min read
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