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Oct 186 min read

Storytelling

Since the dawn of civilization, oral storytelling has been a primary method for transmitting history, cultural practices, moral lessons,...

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Four Weather-Themed Journaling Prompts to Spark Creativity

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Oct 43 min read

Four Weather-Themed Journaling Prompts to Spark Creativity

It can also be an effective way to examine your characters and their inner and outer feelings. The weather has become a trope in some genres

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Sep 172 min read

Journaling guide - Autumn

Autumn day Describe your perfect autumn day It can be anywhere What’s the weather like? What can you see? Are you with anyone? Consider...

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Sep 176 min read

Symbiosis

I am alive. I am sparked into being by our connection. Our touch is tentative at first, as lovers rekindling after a long time apart....

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To Plan or to Pants: Finding Your Novel Writing Style

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Jul 302 min read

To Plan or to Pants: Finding Your Novel Writing Style

So, you've got this amazing story idea bubbling inside you, eager to burst out onto the page. But before you can dive headlong into the...

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Mastering Character Development: The Heart of Compelling Narratives

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Jul 72 min read

Mastering Character Development: The Heart of Compelling Narratives

In storytelling, characters are the lifeblood that breathes vitality into narratives. Crafting characters that resonate with the audience...

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Mastering the Art of Novel Editing: Essential Tips for Writers

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Jun 302 min read

Mastering the Art of Novel Editing: Essential Tips for Writers

Editing. That's the easy bit, right? Wrong! When the initial shiny new thing syndrome wears off, the hard work actually kicks in. This is...

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Crafting Mini Masterpieces: Exploring the World of Flash Fiction

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Jun 243 min read

Crafting Mini Masterpieces: Exploring the World of Flash Fiction

Are you ready to embark on a whirlwind journey through the captivating world of flash fiction? I recently discovered the power of flash...

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Looking to Boost Your Writing Skills? Check Out These 7 Top Creative Writing Tips!

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Jun 222 min read

Looking to Boost Your Writing Skills? Check Out These 7 Top Creative Writing Tips!

Tip 1 Embrace imperfection For the perfectionists among us, allowing your writing to be imperfect can present a unique challenge. The...

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Exploring the Power of Journaling for Self-Care and Mental Wellness

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Feb 272 min read

Exploring the Power of Journaling for Self-Care and Mental Wellness

You're nestled in your favourite spot, pen in hand, with the crisp pages of your journal waiting eagerly for your thoughts to dance...

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The Future of Storytelling: Why AI Won't Replace Human Creativity

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Feb 153 min read

The Future of Storytelling: Why AI Won't Replace Human Creativity

Is AI coming for our stories? What is it about stories that endure ? Stories have been around for over 50000 years. From oral...

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Unleashing Creativity: A Beginner's Guide to Journaling

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Feb 53 min read

Unleashing Creativity: A Beginner's Guide to Journaling

Journaling can help you: Manage anxiety Reduce stress Cope with depression Journaling helps control your symptoms and improve your mood...

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Maximising your productivity with bullet journaling

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Jan 192 min read

Maximising your productivity with bullet journaling

If you read my last post, you'll know I was procrastinating at an Olympic standard. One of my latest distractions was to set up a...

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Jan 112 min read

New year...procrastination equation

So, new year means new writing projects, fresh starts, an empty notebook... This will be the January I'll stay sober, actually use my...

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Dec 22, 20231 min read

Ending 2023 on a high

21st December 2023 - publication day for the Bindweed Anthology: Winter Wonderland 2023 which has nestled within its pages one of my...

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Dec 20, 20231 min read

Welcome to My Blog!

Well hello everyone, welcome to my new website and blog! Launch day 1 and I'm so excited to have this space for me to share my passion...

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