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    Monthly Archive for: "September, 2016"
     Monday Motivation: It’s our job to make sense of the world
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    By Richard Beynon
    In Monday Motivation, Richard Beynon's blog
    Posted September 26, 2016

    Monday Motivation: It’s our job to make sense of the world

    It’s part of the pedagogical lexicon of writing classes: don’t write just one damn thing after another. The temptation to do so is especially strong when you’re writing memoir or […]

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     September Writing Competition
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    By All About Writing
    In Tips for Writers, Writing Competitions, Writing Exercises
    Posted September 22, 2016

    September Writing Competition

    Imagine you are in your twilight years and you want to tell a grandchild a story to inspire them to overcome some difficulty they are dealing with. Don’t allow your […]

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     The secrets behind the practice of good writing: Characters shouldn’t think too much
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    By Jo-Anne Richards
    In Jo-Anne Richard's blog, The secrets behind the practice of good writing, Tips for Writers
    Posted September 21, 2016

    The secrets behind the practice of good writing: Characters shouldn’t think too much

    Don’t let your characters think too much. It can be a cop out. I had this discussion with a writer friend, who tries to avoid using “inner life” in his […]

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     Monday Motivation: A choice between what’s bad and what’s terrible
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    By Richard Beynon
    In Monday Motivation, The secrets behind the practice of good writing, Tips for Writers
    Posted September 19, 2016

    Monday Motivation: A choice between what’s bad and what’s terrible

    We understand that conflict lies at the heart of all drama – that the tension between what your protagonist wants and what stands in the way of his satisfying that […]

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     The secrets behind the practice of good writing: Allow us to walk in their shoes
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    By Jo-Anne Richards
    In Jo-Anne Richard's blog, The secrets behind the practice of good writing, Tips for Writers
    Posted September 14, 2016

    The secrets behind the practice of good writing: Allow us to walk in their shoes

    More than the more visual media of story-telling, reading immerses us in the experiences of others – which is why I particularly fear a society that doesn’t read. It’s my […]

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     Monday Motivation: Lessons from the Giudecca Canal
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    By Richard Beynon
    In Monday Motivation, Richard Beynon's blog
    Posted September 12, 2016

    Monday Motivation: Lessons from the Giudecca Canal

    Santa Maria del Rosario, on the Giudecca canal in Venice, is noted chiefly for its classical façade – enormous Corinthian pilasters support a heavy triangular pediment. It is an imposing […]

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     The secrets behind the practice of good writing: Verbs are your friends, but don’t choose the undesirables
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    By Jo-Anne Richards
    In Jo-Anne Richard's blog, The secrets behind the practice of good writing, Tips for Writers
    Posted September 7, 2016

    The secrets behind the practice of good writing: Verbs are your friends, but don’t choose the undesirables

    Here’s a little point that’s been bothering me a great deal while reading assignments recently. Have you used the strongest verbs you possibly can? He walked to the door? You […]

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     Monday Motivation: The power of textural memory
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    By Richard Beynon
    In Monday Motivation, Richard Beynon's blog
    Posted September 5, 2016

    Monday Motivation: The power of textural memory

    Returning to Venice reveals the power of textural memory. You might not remember what palazzo lies round the next corner of the Grand Canal – but you do remember the […]

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    Here's the third of a series of four pieces that R Here's the third of a series of four pieces that Richard's written about the lessons he's learned writing the first (!) 500 Monday Writing Motivations. Inspired by Peter McKenna's #KIN he explores the critical importance of motivating your character to behave out of character. Don’t miss it in this week’s MWM. @alderbuckthorn #writingmotivation #mondaymotivation #writingtips #writingcommunity #characterdesign #storytelling @writing_on_water_
    Submit your writing reflections! ✍️ Our 2023 Submit your writing reflections! ✍️

Our 2023 writing journeys are coming to an end and, as writers, we know that every journey comes with obstacles, lessons and victories.We’d love you to write a brief reflection on a significant moment from your writing year to share with the All About Writing community. We’ll feature it in our final newsletter of the year. Email your reflection to Emma (
emma@allaboutwritingcourses.com) by 1 December at the latest.

As our thank you to everyone who submits, we’d like to invite you to join us at a special Scene Analysis Masterclass on Monday 11 December.

Writing is solitary, and it can be lonely. But you are part of a community. We can keep you company for part of the way. Your journey doesn’t have to take place in isolation.
    This week, we're continuing our celebration of a r This week, we're continuing our celebration of a remarkable milestone. 🥳

Last week, Richard hit an amazing milestone, publishing the 500th edition of Monday Writing Motivation - a testament to sticking with it, even when inspiration is low.

We're not quite done celebrating yet, however! Read the latest edition of Monday Writing Motivation, where Richard expands on one of the main obstacles he faced on his road to 500 MWMs. 👉 Click the link in our bio!
    Writers, as we approach the NaNoWriMo finale, we'r Writers, as we approach the NaNoWriMo finale, we're on the edge of our seats waiting your to hear tales of your literary endeavours! Has your narrative woven itself into unexpected patterns? Are your characters on the brink of mutiny? 📝

And if participating in NaNoWriMo has made you desire hands-on guidance through the intricacies of writing, seeking to add a final polish to your manuscripts or navigate the labyrinth of character arcs and plotlines, we'd love to have you in our mentorship programme.

It's a chance to collaborate with a fellow scribe who's navigated these waters before, ready to share insights that can transform both your writing and your confidence in it. ✒️

Click the link in our bio to learn more!

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    This is your last chance to sign up for our writin This is your last chance to sign up for our writing weekend in Stow-on-the-Wold! 📣
Who should attend? ✒️

👉 Anyone who would like to hone their writing craft with intensive discussion, writing exercises and feedback.
👉 Writers of fiction and non-fiction, whether for the page or for the screen, looking to progress their work.
👉 Writers working on existing projects who need words of encouragement or help in untangling a snag they’ve encountered.
👉 Those who would like to develop their creativity in beautiful surroundings in the company of a like-minded group.
👉 Those who would like to kickstart their writing or get back into it with a bang.

What you need to know:
👉 We’ll be based at Benfield, an authentic Cotswolds cottage in Sheep Street.
👉 The wide-ranging programme will include discussions, writing time, mentoring, prompts for writers without a project, and tightly focused sessions on particular writing skills.
👉 The cost is £325 and includes tuition, morning and afternoon teas, Friday evening drinks and dinner, as well as Sunday lunch.

Don't miss your last chance to sign up! ➡️ Click the link in our bio.

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    Imagine swapping the daily distractions for a sere Imagine swapping the daily distractions for a serene backdrop that stirs the soul and sparks the pen. 📚 We're already dreaming of the next chapter in 2024 - fancy joining us for an unforgettable combination of creativity and companionship in Venice?

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