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    Monthly Archive for: "August, 2022"
     Stop putting off your writing and join us on our Venice retreat
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    By All About Writing
    In Creative Writing Courses, Invitations, Newsletters
    Posted August 30, 2022

    Stop putting off your writing and join us on our Venice retreat

    We know it can be difficult to find the time or the motivation to write with all the stress and distractions of everyday life. Do you often promise yourself that you will eventually get to that [...]

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     Monday Motivation: Buttons and hypodermic needles
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    By Richard Beynon
    In Monday Motivation, Richard Beynon's blog, Tips for Writers
    Posted August 29, 2022

    Monday Motivation: Buttons and hypodermic needles

    On Page 382 of Colm Toibin’s The Magician, a biographical novel which takes as its subject the life of one of the twentieth century’s most revered writers, the German Thomas […]

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     How can the Hero’s Journey® course help you in your writing project
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    By Michele Rowe
    In How to write a book, Invitations, Newsletters, Tips for Writers
    Posted August 22, 2022

    How can the Hero’s Journey® course help you in your writing project

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     Monday Motivation: The colonel finds his teeth
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    By Richard Beynon
    In Monday Motivation, Richard Beynon's blog, Tips for Writers
    Posted August 22, 2022

    Monday Motivation: The colonel finds his teeth

    The curtains are drawn around the corner bed diagonally opposite me in our ward, and have been for some time. Now a plaintive cry arises from the occupant, an elderly […]

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     August Newsletter: There’s still time to get unstuck
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    By Jo-Anne Richards
    In All About Writing, How to write a book, Newsletters
    Posted August 19, 2022

    August Newsletter: There’s still time to get unstuck

    Is it only me? Like Douglas Adams’ deadlines, this year seems to have left no impression but a faint whooshing sound as it flew by over my head.   Some of […]

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     Winners of the June/July Flash Fiction Challenge
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    By All About Writing
    In Newsletters, Writing Challenge
    Posted August 18, 2022

    Winners of the June/July Flash Fiction Challenge

    For our June/July Flash Fiction Challenge you were asked to write a scene in which a young child plays alone with a favourite toy. We received a bucketful of entries […]

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     Want to learn the story-telling template used by great screenwriters like George Lucas? Join our Hero’s Journey course today.
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    By All About Writing
    In How to write a book, Invitations, Newsletters, Tips for Writers
    Posted August 18, 2022

    Want to learn the story-telling template used by great screenwriters like George Lucas? Join our Hero’s Journey course today.

    Run by seasoned screenwriters and storytellers, Richard Beynon and Michele Rowe, our Hero’s Journey® Writing Course takes the storytelling model developed by Joseph Campbell and used by great [...]

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     Monday Motivation: Blood and laughter
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    By Richard Beynon
    In Monday Motivation, Richard Beynon's blog, Tips for Writers
    Posted August 15, 2022

    Monday Motivation: Blood and laughter

    She’s loud, she could very well have had a drink or two too many – and there seems to be nothing the matter with her. Which is puzzling, since we’re […]

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     Monday Motivation: Where am I?
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    By Richard Beynon
    In Monday Motivation, Richard Beynon's blog, Tips for Writers
    Posted August 8, 2022

    Monday Motivation: Where am I?

    The patient in the bed nearest the bathroom is, of course, old. He’s also confused. “Where,” he asks in a north country accent, “am I?” The nurse at his bedside, […]

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     Win a free writing assessment with our August/September Flash Fiction Challenge
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    By All About Writing
    In Tips for Writers, Writing Challenge, Writing Competitions, Writing Exercises
    Posted August 2, 2022

    Win a free writing assessment with our August/September Flash Fiction Challenge

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

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     Monday Motivation: Love in a time of illness
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    By Richard Beynon
    In Monday Motivation, Richard Beynon's blog, Tips for Writers
    Posted August 1, 2022

    Monday Motivation: Love in a time of illness

    My stream of Monday ruminations was rudely interrupted a couple of months ago by illness – and an unexpected visit to the Elizabeth Ward of Bedford Hospital. Over the next […]

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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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