writing a book – Sophie Writes

Why Symbolism is Beautiful (And Why You Should Be Using It)

Way back at the beginning of term (I’m in the Transnational Creative Writing Masters Programme at Stockholm University) we had an awesome workshop from Cassie Gonzales. She was talking about … Continue reading Why Symbolism is Beautiful (And Why You Should Be Using It)

Last week I finished my novel. I know, right? Cue the champagne, let’s start calling agents and– No. Not even close. You see, finishing a first draft isn’t the same … Continue reading The Anti-Climax of Finishing Your First Draft

I did something truly insane today. I submitted a piece of work to The New Yorker. It was a piece I’ve been working on for about two months now, a … Continue reading The Terror of Submitting Your First Piece of Fiction

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)