The Craft of Writing: Proven Strategies for Success
September 1, 2024
Ever feel like your writing could use a bit more pizzazz? Engage all your senses—yes, even smell and taste—to elevate your storytelling. Using all five senses can turn your writing from a flat, one-dimensional piece into a vivid, immersive experience. Your readers feel, hear and even smell your story.
Dive in and discover how tapping into the full spectrum of sensory detail can transform your writing and keep your readers glued to the page.
August 1, 2024
Channeling your inner child can reignite that spark of creativity and transform your writing. Embracing a playful, childlike approach isn’t just for giggles; it’s a powerful way to unlock new levels of imagination and originality, from doodling in your notebook to making up silly stories.
So, dust off your crayons and prepare to see how playfulness can seriously boost your writing skills.
Let’s get started!
July 1, 2024
Quickfire flash challenges pack a punch, offering a wealth of benefits that go beyond just honing your craft. From mastering brevity to boosting your resilience, flash fiction is like a literary gym workout that keeps your skills sharp and your creativity on its toes. Ready to dive into the world of mini-narratives and find out why these competitions are the best thing since writer’s block was invented?
Let’s get started!
June 1, 2024
Today, we’re talking about a real pet peeve of mine: clichés in writing.
Before I list 19 clichés that make me squirm, let’s first get one thing straight: clichés are like that friend who tells the same joke at every party. It's funny the first time, but soon, you’re ready to fake a phone call to escape. Readers feel the same way about clichés.
Let’s examine why relying on clichés is a terrible idea.
May 1, 2024
Writing a novel is no small feat, but getting it published and onto bookstore shelves is a whole different adventure.
It's a collaborative effort involving numerous professionals, each playing a crucial role in transforming your manuscript into a polished book.
Let’s break down the process and meet the key players who bring your book to life.
April 1, 2024
Procrastination is the bane of every writer’s existence. That looming deadline? It's like a distant thunderstorm, always rumbling in the background but never quite close enough to force immediate action. So, how do you beat procrastination without resorting to drastic measures (like actually getting your life together)?
Read on for some tried-and-true tips that might save your writing career—or at least your sanity.
March 1, 2024
You know the ones I am talking about, right?
"am is are was were be being been have has had do does did shall will should would may might must can could"
Sure, they might seem harmless, but they’re the linguistic equivalent of a soggy biscuit.
Find out why you should avoid them and how to get by without them.
February 1, 2024
Let’s talk about the unsung heroes of the writing world: strong verbs.
They’re like the spices in your literary stew, adding flavour, depth, and pizzazz.
So, grab your pens and let’s dive into how wielding these bad boys can take your writing from meh to marvellous.
I’ll even throw in some juicy examples to whet your appetite.
January 1, 2024
Ah, the age-old advice: “Show, don’t tell.” If you’re a writer, you’ve probably heard this a million times.
But what does it mean? And more importantly, how do you do it without losing your sanity?
Buckle up because we're diving into the wonderful world of showing, not telling, and we’ll have a little fun while we’re at it.
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