3 Writing Lessons from Elizabeth Strout
Elizabeth Strout offers insights into the power of observation, how characters appear and her unconventional writing practice.
Five Favourite Reads (and writing lessons from each...)
I don't just read for pleasure (although reading is most definitely that for me) - I also read hoping to glean all the author's magical writing secrets.
Markus Zusak on Writing
Markus says that one of the ways he brings his writing to life is to 'do the unexpected.' That might be having a character do something unpredictable or have a surprising reaction to something.
Diving In: First Draft Shivers
About to start the first draft on my second novel. I've only done this once before. How does it go again? Okay, time to figure out what worked before and maybe check in with some experts.
How I prepared for The Richell Prize
How I prepared my 2017 Richell Prize submission, including some fantastic resources for writing a synopsis and how to get your 3 chapters up to par.