15 literary genres (some you’ve heard of; some you haven’t and some that will surprise you…)
Robert McCrum in Monday’s Guardian published a list of 15 different modern literary genres. Not sure how far he was having fun, but even so some surprising omissions. 1. Lit … Continue reading
Happy World Hello Day
No, I didn’t know it existed either but it began in 1973 to promote peace between Egypt and Israel. There are now 180 countries involved in the attempt to foster … Continue reading
The book I really want to read: London Irish Fictions
Tony Murray has just brought out the first book-length study of the literature of the Irish in London. In LONDON IRISH FICTIONS he looks at over 30 Irish novels, short … Continue reading
READ LIKE A WRITER New Brighton Book Group Specifically for Writers
A former student has been in touch to say that she is starting a new book group open to writers, published, unpublished, absolute beginners and those with considerable experience. This … Continue reading
Written a play? Find out how to get it staged
Just heard from Spread the Word, the London based literary organisation, that they are launching a programme of topical debates next month. Each season a panel of key figures from … Continue reading
Writing Business for sale on Ebay
This is a bit different… A friend is selling her established writing and literary gift website http://www.writersgifts.co.uk. on Ebay. The website sells the kinds of things any writer, would-be writer … Continue reading
THE WRITER’S JOURNEY TO PUBLICATION: an evening with Brighton’s bestselling authors
Keen to get published? Interested in the creative process? Local authors Julia Crouch, Simon Toyne, MD Lachlan, Emlyn Rees, Sarah Rayner and Kate Harrison have sold over a million books … Continue reading
Only a few more days to go for your chance to win!
Leave a comment (a simple “Ah!” will do nicely) and you stand a chance of winning a copy of A GOOD CONFESSION in a raffle that’s running until October 31st. … Continue reading
Submissions wanted: what words have inspired you?
The Fine Line (http://editorial-consultancy.co.uk) is compiling an e-book anthology on the theme of words that inspire. If you’d like to be considered for inclusion, they’re looking for short pieces, no … Continue reading
A new creative writing magazine is about to be published – if we all do a bit of barn raising
What the Dickens Magazine is a fascinating creative magazine* that has been published online for nearly two years and it’s now going to take a huge leap into print. Or … Continue reading
Small reminder…you can win a copy of A GOOD CONFESSION
The book on the right. Looks good doesn’t it? Reads even better. Don’t take my word for it: here’s a few reviews of A GOOD CONFESSION Bridget Whelan writes in … Continue reading
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If you’ve never heard of Nanowrimo, get yourself over to C A Husted’s blog and see what it’s all about….. Nanowrimo, or National Novel…
New Mass Market publishing opportunity for your brilliant idea
I’ve just discovered that Harlequin are appealing for submissions for their new digital series. They want manuscripts of 10,000 words or more and it’s not all frothy romances – see … Continue reading
Free creative writing magazine WHAT THE DICKENS PUMPKIN EDITION OUT NOW
Craft articles, creative writing competitions, author interviews, creative writing exercises, book reviews, social media advice, short stories, even an agony aunt for writers and their plots….there’s so much in it … Continue reading
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