giving writers: identity
As I mentioned in my last post, my 2020 writing goals have fallen by the roadside; with cackling, smug weeds growing through the cracks! Although realising a while ago that simple routines are more effective, the amount of writing I’ve been expecting from myself this year has probably been too hot to handle. So I…
The other day I was thinking about how certain novels have a big part to play in developing our writing, and wanted to share my personal list with you (including specific lessons they teach about craft). I invite you to pick and choose, discover other titles of your choice that fulfil the same ‘writing lesson,’…
It was a joyful shock to the system. After many years of not being confident of my writing style, I had a sudden realisation during my last piece of coursework. In other words, for the first time I experienced the sensation of being totally at ease with the way I write and the stories I want…
Unlike many of the ideas I get for posts, this one wasn’t a sudden inspiration. On two separate occasions: while looking over my textbooks, then in the discount aisle of a supermarket; I thought about how much I’d improved recently. From perking up craft to forming a daily habit, these past few months have shown me…