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    Monthly Archive for: "November, 2018"
     Writing Secrets: Your worst nightmare can be your greatest gift
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    By Jo-Anne Richards
    In Jo-Anne Richard's blog, Tips for Writers
    Posted November 28, 2018

    Writing Secrets: Your worst nightmare can be your greatest gift

    “See what you’ve already written as raw material.” This is the kind of advice writers dread… “What do you mean? Thousands of words of deathless prose – raw material?” Yet, […]

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     Monday Motivation: The truest joy of creation
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    By Richard Beynon
    In Monday Motivation, Richard Beynon's blog
    Posted November 26, 2018

    Monday Motivation: The truest joy of creation

    Here’s a thing: in our bookshop in Wigtown, south Galloway, we have, at a rough estimate, some five thousand books. They’re all second-hand, of course – and they fall into […]

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     Take the next leap on your writing journey in 2019: Mentoring applications now open
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    By All About Writing
    In All About Writing
    Posted November 23, 2018

    Take the next leap on your writing journey in 2019: Mentoring applications now open

    Tackling a book-length project can be a terrifying journey – unless you have someone to hold your hand and keep step with you. Our Mentoring Programme is tailored to each […]

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     Writing Secrets: Life is full of stories
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    By Jo-Anne Richards
    In Jo-Anne Richard's blog, Tips for Writers
    Posted November 21, 2018

    Writing Secrets: Life is full of stories

    Random events occur in our lives all the time. We make choices, we react to them, they are followed by unconnected occurrences, with no links to what came before or […]

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     Monday Motivation: The portals of the imagination
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    By Richard Beynon
    In Monday Motivation, Richard Beynon's blog
    Posted November 19, 2018

    Monday Motivation: The portals of the imagination

    Salley Vickers is a one-time lecturer in Shakespeare and the nineteenth century novel, among other things, a remedial teacher and a psycho-analyst specializing in helping people who are [...]

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     Writing Secrets: It’s not only words which can offend
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    By Jo-Anne Richards
    In Jo-Anne Richard's blog, Tips for Writers
    Posted November 14, 2018

    Writing Secrets: It’s not only words which can offend

    Someone I know recently had a fall-out with a relative – over words that seemed to her trivial. For a time, she couldn’t understand it at all. After all, what […]

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     November Newsletter: Don’t lose your writing fitness
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    By Jo-Anne Richards
    In Newsletters
    Posted November 13, 2018

    November Newsletter: Don’t lose your writing fitness

    Don’t lose your writing fitness Daily writing is to writers what exercise is to athletes. Stop, and you’re in danger of becoming stiff and stilted. You lose your flexibility and […]

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     Monday Motivation: Don’t asphyxiate your story with your beliefs
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    By Richard Beynon
    In Monday Motivation, Richard Beynon's blog
    Posted November 12, 2018

    Monday Motivation: Don’t asphyxiate your story with your beliefs

    Novels are, first and foremost, stories. Their first job is to intrigue us, involve us, surprise us, jolt us, shock us – and entertain us. The best novels of their […]

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     Writing Secrets: If being a writer takes magic, here’s the spell
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    By Jo-Anne Richards
    In Jo-Anne Richard's blog, Tips for Writers
    Posted November 7, 2018

    Writing Secrets: If being a writer takes magic, here’s the spell

    “I need to discover whether I’m a writer or not,” one of our participants said, at the start of our new Creative Writing Course. She said it in hushed and […]

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     Monday Motivation: Writing the sentence that lingers on the tongue and in the mind…
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    By Richard Beynon
    In Monday Motivation, Richard Beynon's blog
    Posted November 5, 2018

    Monday Motivation: Writing the sentence that lingers on the tongue and in the mind…

    Oscar Wilde was at dinner with a group of friends when one of them delivered a little off-the-cuff bon mot of wit and elegance. Oscar exclaimed, “Oh, I wish I’d […]

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     In just fourteen days we can make you a better writer
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    By Jo-Anne Richards
    In Tips for Writers
    Posted November 1, 2018

    In just fourteen days we can make you a better writer

    It’s a hard, lonely process growing your writing discipline… Oh shut up, you old killjoy. We don’t believe that. We’d much rather you had creative fun among like-minded companions, guided […]

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    Ever wondered how to judge the quality of your own Ever wondered how to judge the quality of your own writing? ✍️

A recent memorial service for a man deeply passionate about words sparked an insight: T.S. Eliot had it figured out. In his view, exceptional writing is akin to a harmonious dance — each word thoughtfully chosen, neither too bold nor too timid, working together to achieve both clarity and beauty.

Think of your words as dancers on a stage, each contributing to a perfectly choreographed routine. Reaching this level of coherence and resonance is possible for all of us. What’s required is a clear aim and a commitment to refining our skills.

Curious to improve your writing? Explore the elements that make up truly resonant prose in our new blog post. 👉 Click the link in our bio.
    Stuck in the written maze? 📝 We've all been th Stuck in the written maze? 📝

We've all been there: the blank screen, the pulsing cursor, and the weight of unexpressed ideas. It's frustrating, draining, but not insurmountable. 

There's a peculiar agony in facing a blank page. Each second that ticks by feels like a chasm widening between us and our inspiration, a maddening dance of the persistent cursor mocking our still fingers. It's an emotion we all know too well: the anxiety of halted creativity, the tug-of-war with words that refuse to come forth, and the feeling of being trapped in our own minds.

But here's a comforting thought: every writer, from novices to seasoned authors, has been ensnared by this invisible monster at some point. It's a rite of passage, a test of our commitment and passion. And whilst it feels like an impenetrable fog, remember that it is transient. It comes, and it will go.

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    Every story begins with a single line, but not all Every story begins with a single line, but not all opening sentences are created equal. 📖

Your first words are a doorway, inviting readers into a world you've crafted. But it's more than just an invitation; it's a promise, a glimpse into the heart of your tale.

An impactful opening line can be the difference between a book that's set aside and one that's devoured in a single sitting. It establishes expectations, builds anticipation, and forms the reader's first—and often lasting—impression. With so much riding on those initial words, mastering the art of the opening line becomes paramount.

Let's explore the tools and techniques that can turn your story's beginning into a magnetic force. 💌

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    There are parallels aplenty between writing and sw There are parallels aplenty between writing and swimming – a dance of words and waves. At a 24-hour relay for Level Water, these two passions converged seamlessly. Discover more about the experience through Richard's perspective in this week’s Monday Writing Motivation. 👉 Click the link in our bio!

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    Every writer is shaped by the words they read, som Every writer is shaped by the words they read, sometimes in ways so subtle they're almost invisible. 💭

Whether it's channelling Hemingway's assurance or diving deep into 18th-century novels for authenticity, what we read influences our stories. But it's not just about deliberate choices. Think about the power of words we encounter by chance—the ones that resonate with memories, emotions, and forgotten moments. While we may not always harness these undertones consciously, appreciating their depth can add layers to our writing. After all, words have both public and deeply personal meanings. 

Explore the magic of words further by reading our latest blog. 👉 https://ow.ly/aK4f50PKLsL

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    Grit, water, and words. 💭 From breaking down a Grit, water, and words. 💭

From breaking down a vast lake into segments to piecing a novel into chapters, in today's Monday Writing Motivation, Richard shares a powerful lesson: It's the journey, the smaller steps, and the unwavering spirit that lead us to triumphs. 

Ready to dive in head-first? 👉 Click the link in our bio!
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