• Home
  • About
    • About
    • Facilitators
    • Testimonials
    • How to enrol
  • Courses
    • Events calendar
    • Stow-on-the-Wold Writing Weekend
    • Venice Writing Retreat
    • Venice Writing Retreat
  • Shop
  • Free resources
    • Free offerings for writers
    • Downloadable writing resources
  • Blog
  • Contact
  • Community Hub
    0

    Cart

    Writing courses, free resources and webinars, and developmental editing Writing courses, free resources and webinars, and developmental editing
    • Home
    • About
      • About
      • Facilitators
      • Testimonials
      • How to enrol
    • Courses
      • Events calendar
      • Stow-on-the-Wold Writing Weekend
      • Venice Writing Retreat
      • Venice Writing Retreat
    • Shop
    • Free resources
      • Free offerings for writers
      • Downloadable writing resources
    • Blog
    • Contact
    • Community Hub

    Archives

    Monthly Archive for: "October, 2022"
     Monday Motivation: The serious business of being playful
    0
    By Richard Beynon
    In Monday Motivation, Richard Beynon's blog, Tips for Writers
    Posted October 31, 2022

    Monday Motivation: The serious business of being playful

    Writing is a serious business, wouldn’t you say? It requires that you shed your defences and dig down deep to mine seams of memory and emotion. It requires that you […]

    READ MORE
     Monday Motivation: The solution to a milquetoast story
    0
    By Richard Beynon
    In Monday Motivation, Richard Beynon's blog, Tips for Writers
    Posted October 24, 2022

    Monday Motivation: The solution to a milquetoast story

    For obvious reasons, we usually spend a great deal of time thinking about the protagonist of our stories. He or she is unambiguously our Hero. But we don’t spend as […]

    READ MORE
     Monday Motivation: People watching in Venice
    0
    By Richard Beynon
    In Monday Motivation, Richard Beynon's blog, Tips for Writers
    Posted October 17, 2022

    Monday Motivation: People watching in Venice

    Writers observe. Their observations serve as the foundations on which characters are built and stories developed. We’re in Venice at the moment on our annual retreat – rudely interrupted by […]

    READ MORE
     Early bird special: 20% discount ending soon!
    0
    By Emma Hutton
    In How to write a book, Invitations, Newsletters
    Posted October 14, 2022

    Early bird special: 20% discount ending soon!

    This is your last chance to take advantage of our early bird specials of less 20% for either our real-time Creative Writing Course or our online Creative Writing Course. The offer ends […]

    READ MORE
     You’re invited: Stow-on-the-Wold Writing Weekend
    0
    By Emma Hutton
    In Creative Writing Courses, Invitations
    Posted October 13, 2022

    You’re invited: Stow-on-the-Wold Writing Weekend

    We’re delighted to announce the dates for our Stow-on-the-Wold Writing Weekend. We invite you to join us to explore the mysteries and the craft of creating story with a group […]

    READ MORE
     Monday Motivation: Ten steps to a compelling character
    0
    By Richard Beynon
    In Monday Motivation, Richard Beynon's blog, Tips for Writers
    Posted October 10, 2022

    Monday Motivation: Ten steps to a compelling character

    Once in a while, when I have the time, I allow myself the luxury of writing an extremely abbreviated Monday Motivation. I was trawling through old notes of mine and […]

    READ MORE
     Monday Motivation: Unhappy families
    0
    By Richard Beynon
    In Monday Motivation, Richard Beynon's blog, Tips for Writers
    Posted October 3, 2022

    Monday Motivation: Unhappy families

    “So who was Alan? Is he your cousin, or your brother-in-Law?” Laura said, clearly perplexed. “Neither,” I said. “He was my second cousin. Thomas’s son.” “Was? Won’t he be at […]

    READ MORE
     Win a free writing assessment with our October/November Flash Fiction Challenge
    0
    By All About Writing
    In Tips for Writers, Writing Challenge, Writing Competitions, Writing Exercises
    Posted October 1, 2022

    Win a free writing assessment with our October/November 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 […]

    READ MORE
    upcoming Events
    Oct 10
    Featured Featured 10 October - 25 October

    Venice Writing Retreat

    Oct 17
    6:00 pm - 9:00 pm UTC+2

    Writers’ Circle Meetup

    Oct 18
    6:00 pm - 9:00 pm UTC+2

    Monthly Memoir Workshop

    Nov 15
    6:00 pm - 9:00 pm UTC+2

    Monthly Memoir Workshop

    Nov 22
    6:00 pm - 9:00 pm UTC+2

    Writers’ Circle Meetup

    View Calendar
    Recent Posts
    • Monday Writing Motivation: The dance of words
    • A reminder: never let go of your writing dreams
    • Monday Writing Motivation: Swimming under the gibbous moon
    • Winners of the June/July Flash Fiction Challenge
    • Monday Writing Motivation: A Mystery Wrapped in an Enigma
    • Monday Writing Motivation: How to write a novel
    • The hidden secrets of writing with Jane Evans
    • Monday Writing Motivation: Endless Puzzle of the Heart
    • A therapeutic approach to creative writing – and tips to hone your craft
    • Marketing For Authors: Free Webinar
    Instagram
    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. 💞

#WritingMotivation #CreativeWriting #WriteInspired #MotivatedToWrite #WordsFlowing #WritingProgress #GetWriting #WritingChallenge #FindYourInspiration #InkandWords #WriteThroughIt #WriterEnergy #WritingMindset #MotivateToCreate #WriteWithPassion
    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.

#CreativeWriting #WritersOfInstagram #WritingCommunity #WritersCorner #Storyteller #WritingPrompt #AmWriting #WritingTips #WritersLife #WordSmith #WriterCommunity #WritingInspiration #WriteEveryDay #CreativeMind #Storytelling #AuthorLife #PenToPaper #Imagination #WritingProcess #AuthorInspiration #WriteYourHeartOut #WordsOnPaper
    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. 💌

#CreativeWriting #WritersOfInstagram #WritingCommunity #WritersCorner #Storyteller #WritingPrompt #AmWriting #WritingTips #WritersLife #WordSmith #WriterCommunity #WritingInspiration #WriteEveryDay #CreativeMind #Storytelling #AuthorLife #PenToPaper #Imagination #WritingProcess #AuthorInspiration #WriteYourHeartOut #WordsOnPaper #ArtOfWriting #WritingGoals
    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!

#Writers #Authors #InspiringAuthors #WritingMotivation #CreativeWriting #WriteInspired #MotivatedToWrite #WriteWithPurpose #igwritingcommunity #igwritersclub #authorgram #writersofig
    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

#AspiringAuthors #WriterCommunity #AuthorsOfInstagram #WritingJourney #AmWriting #WritersLife #WritingInspiration #AuthorGoals #WritingCommunity #Wordsmiths #AuthorLife #WritingProgress #BookishCommunity #AuthorMindset #JustWrite #WriterMotivation #WriteEveryday #MotivatedWriter #WriteOn #WritersBlockNoMore
    Follow on Instagram
    NEWSLETTERS
    • A reminder: never let go of your writing dreams
      A reminder: never let go of your writing dreams
      September 21, 2023
    • Winners of the June/July Flash Fiction Challenge
      Winners of the June/July Flash Fiction Challenge
      September 13, 2023
    • Coming up in August: free writing webinar and more…
      Coming up in August: free writing webinar and more…
      August 10, 2023
    Get in touch
    Not readable? Change text. captcha txt
    Copyright All About Writing Courses, All Rights Reserved © 2017
    Contact Us

    We're not around right now. But you can send us an email and we'll get back to you, asap.

    Not readable? Change text. captcha txt
    0