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    Monthly Archive for: "June, 2021"
     What’s on in July: A free screenwriting webinar, a non-fiction masterclass, and more!
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    By All About Writing
    In All About Writing, How to write a book, Invitations, Webinars, What's On In
    Posted June 30, 2021

    What’s on in July: A free screenwriting webinar, a non-fiction masterclass, and more!

      We can help you reach your writing goals with one of the wide array of courses and events we’re offering in July. But before the month even begins, we’ve scheduled a free […]

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     Free Screenwriting Webinar: All your questions answered
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    By All About Writing
    In How to write a book, Webinars
    Posted June 28, 2021

    Free Screenwriting Webinar: All your questions answered

    Find out everything you’ve always wanted to know about writing for the screen, whether for film or television, at our free screenwriting webinar. Ask Michele Rowe and Richard Beynon, two […]

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     Monday Writing Motivation: Newton’s First Law of Writing
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    By Richard Beynon
    In How to write a book, Monday Motivation, Richard Beynon's blog
    Posted June 28, 2021

    Monday Writing Motivation: Newton’s First Law of Writing

    We’re tethered to a bollard on a jetty that sticks out into the centre of our lake here in Bedford. Across a stretch of water that we call Swan’s Way […]

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     Join us and Joanne Hichens for a Saturday morning memoir writing workshop
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    By All About Writing
    In All About Writing, How to write a book, Invitations, Workshops
    Posted June 25, 2021

    Join us and Joanne Hichens for a Saturday morning memoir writing workshop

    Got a story to tell? Join All About Writing’s Jo-Anne Richards and Joanne Hichens, author of recently-released memoir, Death and the After Parties, for a virtual Saturday Writing Workshop [...]

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     Monday Writing Motivation: How I fell out of love with swans
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    By Richard Beynon
    In How to write a book, Monday Motivation, Richard Beynon's blog
    Posted June 21, 2021

    Monday Writing Motivation: How I fell out of love with swans

    This is a story about how a gauzy attachment to a stereotype was shattered by the facts. On our travels on the canals and rivers of England, we have encountered […]

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     Your book called – it’s waiting for you in our online Creative Writing Course
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    By All About Writing
    In Creative Writing Courses, Invitations
    Posted June 15, 2021

    Your book called – it’s waiting for you in our online Creative Writing Course

    Your book called. It asked us to tell you it misses you. Misses how you used to daydream about it, how you used to work on it. Remember when you […]

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     Monday Writing Motivation: Ten things every writer should know
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    By Richard Beynon
    In How to write a book, Monday Motivation, Richard Beynon's blog
    Posted June 14, 2021

    Monday Writing Motivation: Ten things every writer should know

    Writing is rewriting. The first idea is not necessarily the best idea. Your protagonist must want something – badly. Writing is not the best way to prepare financially for old […]

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     You’re invited: Free memoir writing webinar with Joanne Hichens
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    By All About Writing
    In How to write a book, Invitations, Webinars
    Posted June 7, 2021

    You’re invited: Free memoir writing webinar with Joanne Hichens

    This webinar will focus on memoir. You’ll set the agenda: we’ll be responding to your questions and discussing issues important to you relating to memoir writing. Join Joanne Hichens, author […]

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     Monday Writing Motivation: Welcome criticism even when it hurts
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    By Richard Beynon
    In How to write a book, Monday Motivation, Richard Beynon's blog
    Posted June 7, 2021

    Monday Writing Motivation: Welcome criticism even when it hurts

    How do writers improve? They write. They read. This is not contentious. It’s how writers have worked since the stylus was invented and the first papyrus scrolls hammered into existence. […]

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     What’s On in June: A free webinar, our flagship Creative Writing Course, a memoir workshop and more!
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    By All About Writing
    In How to write a book, What's On In
    Posted June 1, 2021

    What’s On in June: A free webinar, our flagship Creative Writing Course, a memoir workshop and more!

    This June, we’ve got a buffet of courses and events for you to cherry-pick from. The month kicks off with our flagship Creative Writing Course, continues strong with a free […]

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     Win a voucher to any of our courses with our June/July Flash Fiction Challenge
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    By All About Writing
    In How to write a book, Writing Challenge
    Posted June 1, 2021

    Win a voucher to any of our courses with our June/July Flash Fiction Challenge

    All About Writing’s latest writing challenge offers the winner a literary assessment on 5000 words of writing worth R 2750 / £ 150 or a voucher to the same value […]

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    Writing isn't just about stringing words together; Writing isn't just about stringing words together; it's a deeply personal journey filled with peaks of inspiration and valleys of self-doubt. ✍️

We all face those moments where we question our voice, our story, or our impact. And during those quiet battles with the blank page, it's essential to find anchors that remind us of our purpose.

In those moments, come back to our collection of affirmations crafted as a gentle nudge, pushing you back to your passion. 💞

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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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