improving your writing
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The importance of crafting your written expression
It happened in an art gallery. Of course. Amid the burble of opening night chatter, surrounded by inspiring artwork, an idea arrived surprisingly in my mind. “I could start a business,” I thought. “I’ll call…
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New year’s advice for writers
I’m not really one for making new year’s resolutions. I don’t see the point. If you’re hoping to change your habits, your activities or the whole glorious jumble of your life, why wait until 1…
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An inspiring and beguiling writing tool (or why the Rogetsthesarus is my favourite dinosaur)
I choose my words carefully. It’s what I do. Whether I’m writing for a client, for publication or for my own inclination, I consider the words I use. I weigh each one in my mind,…
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Murder, unkindness and storytelling
It began with ravens. A flurry of birds, persons and other wondrous beasties hurried thereafter. But it did begin with ravens. I read an interesting article about these sleek creatures and it led me to…