published on 2019-04-09
Whatever your thoughts about religion, it’s certainly a very chocolate-y time of year. And if you’ve given it up for Lent, then it’s not that long to go until you can indulge again. We hope you enjoy these calorie-free literary chocolate treats!
published on 2019-04-04
It’s Spring, and hopefully you’re full of energy, bounding around like a frisky hare, and raring to get going on your entries for these new writing competitions.
published on 2019-03-07
Writing a novel is a lengthy process, and many people give up after a few chapters. But these tips from guest blogger Freddie Tubbs can help you make it to the finish line.
published on 2019-03-04
It’s World Book Day tomorrow, and to celebrate we’ve gathered together twelve inspirational quotations from children’s books, some classics, some more modern.
published on 2019-02-18
The process of developing your manuscript from the initial idea into a fully-fledged book is a long and laborious journey that can take many months, or even years. But you need to put as much effort into marketing your book as you did writing it. This article from guest blogger, Joel S. Syder will help you avoid the ten most common marketing mistakes made by self-publishing authors.
published on 2019-02-11
Valentine’s Day is looming, but if you’re out of love with glittery hearts, flowers and tacky plush toys then 14th February is also International Book Giving Day. What better day to give a book you love to someone you love (or at least like)? Here are ten quotations celebrating that most wonderful thing, a love of books.
published on 2019-01-31
A killer plot twist can really make your story something special, and cause your readers to re-evaluate everything that’s gone before it. Writing the perfect plot twist requires time, planning – and it may take many attempts until you finally master it. Guest blogger Pauline Ferris explains how to do it with style.
published on 2019-01-28
It’s getting pretty chilly outside – ideal weather to stay in and read a book. So why not get cosy, and read one of these ‘winter’ inspired book choices?
published on 2019-01-06
It’s seven days into the New Year, so by now you should all be into your new routine, whatever that may be. Writing 1000 words before you get out of bed, going vegan, hitting the gym… or have you given up already? Here are some quotations about resolutions – either to inspire you, or put you off completely.
published on 2019-01-02
Here’s the first batch of writing competitions for the New Year. All these competitions have deadlines in the first few months of the year – a great motivation to turn off the TV, get writing, and hopefully win big!
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