Cautiously declaring that I’m getting near to the end of the first draft of my novel and silently cursing myself for now being publicly accountable!
The End is Nigh. Brace Yourselves!
Month: May 2016
Unemployed in the Thoughts Factory
Thoughts and ideas are wily little blighters in ‘writery world’.I used to wonder where authors got their ideas from. Now I’m a writer, I’m, still asking…
‘Never Be a Writer’ They Said…
My motives for writing this post are entirely dishonourable. If I can put off just one talented and upcoming writer from continuing, I may stand a chance.
The Ageing Guide to Continuing Dreaming
Getting older is not the end of the world. Sure, it’s literally near the end of your life, but it can be amazing. Really. Dare to follow your dreams.
I’m Stuck In The Middle With Nowt
One minute you’re typing faster than you can think and the next minute, it strikes, the sticky middle part of the novel. Help! Is there a way out?
‘It Rubs the Lotion on its Skin’
If I had a quid for every time a writer advises a newbie to develop a thick skin to survive, I’d still not be rich given the dodginess of the pound.
Is There Anybody Out There?
Blogging and writing are initially solo exploits. However when you start engaging and communicating, the blogosphere becomes a whole lot more social.
Crushed By A Cheeseburger
This post was entered into the Positive Writer Blogging Contest 2016 and I won! I once doubted my writing ability because of a cheeseburger. Really.