Marketing is one of the toughest parts of being published. Whether you’re traditionally published or doing it on your own, it’s likely that you will have to promote your own work at some point. The more work you put into marketing, the more sales you might make. This article looks at eight different ways you…
Writers write not only out of want, but out of a need to release the stories inside their heads that beg to be written.
What is it that unites some of the most well known female protagonists in literary history? What makes them such memorable characters who have been admired and revered by countless readers? Below is a list of 10 famous female protagonists whom I love and admire. Their ability to balance relationships with independence, humility with intellect…
Every writer suffers from writer's block at least once in their writing lives. Whether caused by a lack of inspiration, time, or exhaustion, it's bound to happen at some point. If your writing isn't flowing, then there are some things you can do to get yourself back on track. The methods listed below may not…
Selecting some of my favourite children's books was a great challenge as there are so many wonderful stories out there. I did however manage to narrow my long list down to ten. Whilst some of the books on there are less visible these days, their brilliance shouldn't be forgotten. Here's to helping wonderful books live…
This quiz contains questions about well-known fantasy novels, young adult books, and stories about time. How many answers can you get? Finish the line: “It does not do to dwell on dreams and forget to…” (Harry Potter) ‘One ring to rule them all, One ring to find them, one ring to bring them all, and…’ (The…
Can you complete all 30? These prompts aim to get you writing every day throughout April. Try sticking to the suggested ideas during this month, and then in May you could create your own prompts to play with. Pick an image you like and write a creative story or descriptive piece about it. - The…
As another week begins, it’s time to think about how you want to enjoy time spent at home. Yes, work still has to be done, but there’s also time to explore new activities.
Robin Driscoll is a screenwriter turned novelist, best known for his role as the primary writer for Mr Bean. Several years ago, he took up a new writing challenge and is now a mystery thriller novelist. Robin’s first book, Rough Music, is based on a script that he was commissioned to write. His second and…
Robin Driscoll is a screenwriter turned novelist, best known for his role as the primary writer for Mr Bean. Several years ago, he took up a new writing challenge and is now a mystery thriller novelist. Robin’s first book, Rough Music, is based on a script that he was commissioned to write. His second and…
