The concept of reading to enhance writing is not a new one, but it is so important that it can't be understated, and so I'd like to talk about it today, focusing on 4 ways reading makes you a better writer! Take a peek... 1. Reading enhances your understanding of story telling All books are… Continue reading 4 Ways Reading Makes you a Better Writer
The main thing that I found when I started being stricter with my deadlines was this;You don't realise how much time you're able to put aside for writing until you have a deadline. Setting deadlines not only encourages good discipline and productivity but it can also give you a confidence boost. Meeting a deadline or… Continue reading The Importance of Deadlines for Writers
Just for fun, here's my '8 Things Only Writer's Do' ; 1. Narrate in their Mind...All the Time!!!It doesn't matter where you're going or what you're doing, you somehow always catch yourself narrating your surroundings. A simple walk down the street has you creating scenarios, imagining characters and building stories.2. Fill their Phones with NotesAs… Continue reading 8 Things Only Writer’s Do…
...does it work? I have written novel length stories in the past and always forced myself to write exactly in order, one chapter after the other. I mean, that's the logical approach, right? Yet this time, I haven't stuck quite so closely to that rule. I don't just mean I've been writing down ideas for… Continue reading Writing Your Novel Out of Order…
It took years of writing various stories, in various genres, before I found my most enjoyable type of story to write - thrillers! That's not to say it's the only genre I'll ever write - in fact, my work in progress isn't. But it's where all my future ideas lie, and I've written three so… Continue reading 5 books that made me want to write thrillers
It's been a long and strange week, and so rather than finding the brain power for today's post, I thought I'd share my 4 favourite, beautiful movies about writers. There's something about these that are a real comfort to watch, and full of emotion too. Have you seen them? Finding NeverlandThis stunning film follows J.M.… Continue reading 4 beautiful movies about writers
It's Mothers Day in the U.K.! Which seemed like the perfect day to recommend these five amazing books, that all focus around motherhood in very different ways. I am always drawn to a great parent/child dynamic in stories, and these five stand out amongst my favourites: The Light Between Oceans - M.L. Steadman This beautiful,… Continue reading 5 Mothers Day Reads – Fantastic Fictional Mums
I love a great quote. I always have. Quotes from books and movies, quotes from inspirational people...anything! I think most writers feel the same. We have a love of words, and little brings us more joy than seeing words arranged into such a sentence that moves you. Of course, quotes about writing resonate on a… Continue reading 5 writing quotes to inspire and encourage you
Learning is important to all writers. And the exciting thing is that we learn all the time. Every word we write, every word we read, brings us more understanding and knowledge and skill. It is a game of practice and discovery, being a writer. I'm a uni student, and in studying English Literature and Creative… Continue reading What studying literature teaches us about writing novels
The end of the year is always time for reflection. I've had a rather slow couple of months in terms of writing, but I'm still persisting and am excited for what the new year will bring. As I look back, there are a number of things that have helped me, and continue to help me,… Continue reading 5 Books that made me a better writer
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