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Can You Tell A Story In…

Posted on June 18, 2020 by

Your new five-word challenge is here. Last week, I wanted to know what you thought about your BLOG. This week, I want to know about your HAIR. So can you tell a story in five words, using the word HAIR … Continue reading →

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What To Write Next?

Posted on June 17, 2020 by

As many of you know, my first writing craft book, Publication Guaranteed (Well, Almost!) is coming out on the 27th June. Thank you to those of you who have already pre-ordered the book. I have so many ideas for the … Continue reading →

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Markets For Writers

Posted on March 18, 2020 by

I was very surprised to spot a magazine solely devoted to short stories, flash fiction and poetry when I stopped off at the services recently. Popshot is quarterly magazine full of entertaining writing. If you fancy a read, you can … Continue reading →

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Bite Size Writing Tips

Posted on March 16, 2020 by

Going on holiday soon? What a perfect time to write! But surely holidays aren’t for writing? Holidays are for relaxing and doing nothing. For some they are but for others, they’re a time to see the sights and enjoy new … Continue reading →

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Bite Size Writing Tips

Posted on February 10, 2020 by

Step Back in Time Watching a history documentary? Reading about a time from long ago? Events/people/places from a time in the past can start you thinking what if that didn’t happen? What if something completely different occured instead? An alternative … Continue reading →

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Bite Size Writing Tips

Posted on January 15, 2020 by

Family Photos – more than just a memento Photos of loved ones, including the beloved family pet, can often be found on our mantelpieces, windowsills or walls. The women’s weeklies all publish photos of babies, pets, special anniversaries and parties. … Continue reading →

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Write Something New!

Posted on December 30, 2019 by

With a new year fast approaching, many of you may be making resolutions and thinking about trying something new. Why not apply that to writing? Ever thought about writing for children? Writing for children can be fun as well as … Continue reading →

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Bite Size Writing Tips

Posted on December 16, 2019 by

Whether you’re writing an anniversary piece, an article about a place, person or event, you’re likely to come across all sorts of information. Some of the information might not be relevant to what you’re currently working on, but could you … Continue reading →

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Bite Size Writing Tips

Posted on November 18, 2019 by

Re-read, Re-write and Re-submit Do you save all your old stories? I do and now and then I’ll have a look back through them. I’ve discovered pieces I’d completely forgotten about. Most of you will be familiar with these – … Continue reading →

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Bite Size Writing Tips

Posted on November 11, 2019 by

Ever thought about writing a true-life tale for one of the women’s weeklies? Many writers cringe when it’s suggested they consider writing a true-life feature for one of the women’s weeklies. Take a look at the cover of some of … Continue reading →

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