Why Editing Is Actually Great
If there is one part of the writing process that makes writers tear their hair out more than any other, it’s editing.
3 Nonfiction Books That Will Boost Your Creative Life
I’m on a bit of a non-fiction kick at the moment. I’ve been slowly working my way through a whole stack of
Why Habits Are More Powerful Than Goals
I love setting goals. There’s a real thrill that comes with deciding on a challenge for myself, especially with my writing. It’s
Finding New Sources of Inspiration
If there is one feeling I really hate as a writer, it’s when I reach the point of burnout, where the words
Taking The Time To Rest
My writing year is always mapped out by Camp NaNoWriMo in April and June, and then NaNoWriMo proper in November. I love
How To Keep Writing When You Don’t Feel Motivated
Writing is amazing. You’re creating stories, people and worlds that never existed before. You’re in control of everything. When the words are
5 Things To Remember When Writing Is Difficult
If you’re writer, or a creative of any type really, then you’ve definitely had those days where you look at the thing
3 Cover Trends We’ve Maybe Seen A Couple Too Many Times
I love book covers. I love the eye catching pictures, I love the way they hint at the amazing story inside, and
10 Places I’ve Written In Other Than At My Desk
I love my writing space at home. I have beautiful white desk, right next to a sleek bookshelf crammed with my favourite
‘Pride And Prejudice’ And Good Film Adaptations
‘Pride and Prejudice’ is one of my favourite Jane Austen novels, only just behind ‘Persuasion’, and right ahead of ‘Sense and Sensibility’.
A Bookworm’s Struggle With Bookmarks
As much as I’d like to read every book in a single sitting, not putting it down until I reach the very
5 Fantasy Books Currently On My TBR
As a fantasy author myself, you would expect that I would particularly enjoy reading fantasy novels. And you would be right, of
5 Tips For Avoiding Distractions And Finding Your Focus
Somedays, focusing on your writing is easy. You’re in love with your story, and it’s easy to love yourself in the creative
Recent Reads | Aurora Rising by Jay Kristoff and Amie Kaufman
If there is one thing I enjoy, it is a good space adventure. And if there is one thing I like better
Why You Should Get Specific About Your Goals
I like to be organised. I like writing to-do lists and checking off all the items. I like to hit deadlines. And
Recent Reads | Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte
I’ve set myself a lot of goals for reading this year, mostly because I’m a very sporadic reader and either read everything or nothing at
