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New Book Coming…

Posted on December 13, 2019 by

Having been a writer, tutor and editor for some years now, I thought it was about time I wrote a non-fiction book and shared some of the writing lessons I’ve learned. I love helping writers achieve their dreams in the … Continue reading →

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Can You Tell A Story In…

Posted on December 12, 2019 by

Here’s your weekly five-word challenge! For this week’s challenge, can you tell a story in five words, using the word PANTOMIME in it somewhere? Last week, your story needed to contain the word SNOWMAN. You sent in some funny stories. … Continue reading →

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Can You Tell A Story In…

Posted on December 5, 2019 by

Here’s your weekly five-word challenge! For this week’s challenge, can you tell a story in five words, using the word SNOWMAN in it somewhere? Last week, your story needed to contain the word MISTLETOE. You sent in some great stories. … Continue reading →

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Markets For Writers

Posted on December 4, 2019 by

Fancy writing a drama script? Then take a look at the BBC Writersroom website. They are opening up a window for TV, stage, film, radio and film scripts. The window opens on Monday 9th December 2019 and will close on … Continue reading →

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Bite Size Writing Tips

Posted on December 2, 2019 by

Changing Columns Being a columnist in a national newspaper or well-known magazine and dazzling readers with your knowledge and wit is many writers’ dream. However, take a look through the papers and magazines and you’ll see that many of them … Continue reading →

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Can You Tell A Story In…

Posted on November 21, 2019 by

Here’s your weekly five-word challenge! For this week’s challenge, can you tell a story in five words, using the word SANTA in it somewhere? Last week, your story needed to contain the word LOTTERY. You sent in some fab stories. … Continue reading →

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Markets For Writers

Posted on November 20, 2019 by

Iron Press is looking for short stories for a new anthology, titled Aliens. Here are some details for you: ‘This is not a competition. There is no fee and no prizes. Authors included will receive two free copies. Extra copies … Continue reading →

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