Writing
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What’s in a name? An honest Blunder
Just a quickie to let you know of a pit I have fallen into with names, not just once but twice. In the past families have often named son after father or grandfather and it is still commonplace to name a baby after a friend you admire or someone you love. That’s all very well…
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‘The Last Word’ or ‘Oh dear, which word?’
As an English teacher I’m intrigued by the power of words and why, when proof reading, I change one for another or delete it altogether. Looking carefully at the words we use is only one small part of the proof reading process, but nevertheless it is a vital one if we want our writing to…
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Beware the signs of Writer’s Burn Out- 11 Personal Points!
Hi all I’d just logged on to check emails, tweets etc and to write a new blog when my last tweet hit me like a tidal wave- apt with the depressing and very sad news we hear everyday and, as we are reeling in the shock of it all, we feel helpless as to what…
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Book Reviews- Personally influencing my writing
Alderney by Victor Coysh Published back in the 70’s you cannot be interested in the history of Alderney without reading this book from cover to cover. First Victor Coysh tells us general facts about the island, its location, and ‘present’ day forms of recreation, communication and transport. Of course, much of the information is a…
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The Many Layers of Proof Reading – A personal experience
I have learnt so much since my early years of writing a decade ago and something I’ve discovered quite by chance is that proof reading has many layers: The writing in progress – layer of proof reading At the end of every writing session I have tried to get into the habit of printing out…
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Researching for Historical Fiction- A personal journey
I’m still a bit in awe of other people’s blogs with 10 tips for …….. and you must remember these key points when you………I’m afraid I find the advice a bit daunting, although extremely useful. If you are not a full time author – do not despair. You will reap your rewards from your diligent…
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Planning a novel – a personal experience
When I began to think of writing a novel I knew little of the plethora of advice out there for aspiring authors. I was not aware of websites, forums or magazines for writers. I knew there were creative writing course and I taught how to plan stories at work, but never considered attending a course…