Historical fiction writing tips, freelance writing tricks and general writing help.
You’re in a relationship. You’ve been together three months. You’re starting to get to know each other, you’ve had quite a few dates – and things are starting to go … Continue reading The 10,000 Word Itch (or What To Do When You Come Up With A New Book Idea Whilst Writing A Different Book)
You wouldn’t think a Masters in Creative Writing would lead you to the conclusion that you’re schizophrenic. Or at least, not immediately. You’d want to work up to that after … Continue reading Why All Writers Have Two Personalities
I usually approach writing exercises in the same way I approach actual exercise: with a sense of dread. There’s something about being forced to be creative that sends me into … Continue reading Writing Warm-Up Exercise: The List Of Words
So here’s Scene 1. I’ve made a list of the mistakes and edits I corrected at the end: Cassie peered out of the murky car window, humming quietly under her … Continue reading The Edit Project: Part 1
I like to think I’m OK at writing. I plan on getting better, obviously – that’s why I’m studying over in Sweden. I do, however, know that I’m rubbish at editing. … Continue reading The Edit Project: Prelude
I am in freefall. I knew it was going to happen, but somehow that didn’t make the actual happening part any easier. My final pay check came through and now I … Continue reading The Freefall Moment of Going Freelance
I found a piece of writing today that I haven’t seen in about seven years. A very old piece of writing. A very terrible piece of writing. One of my first … Continue reading How To Be A Better Writer
Sometimes words flow But sometimes they’re slow But worse than a block Is your laptop running out of power and realising you’ve forgotten the charger. A terrible poem.
Four pounds fifty-five Is my first freelance paycheque Nearly a whole pint
I came across Contena when I was looking for ways in which to build a client list (from nothing, I might add) so I could start to look at supporting … Continue reading Contena: A Review
Starting off as a freelance writer
Life altering decisions aren’t always made after lots of careful thought and planning. In an oft repeated cliché, I made mine on New Year’s Eve, after being faced with the … Continue reading Why You Should Quit Your Job And Move Country On A Whim
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