Fed up of being peddled rules for writers? Perplexed by how these rules ever got made? You’re not alone. Join the rebellious writers revolution by following these non-rules, or go your own way. It’s good enough for Fleetwood Mac.
Tag: first draft
The Perils of Writing in the Summer
I’m not a fan of the summer. Some people just don’t fare well in heat and all that comes with it. Don’t pick on me for not embracing summer. It’s full of perils for a writer.
Why Your First Novel Isn’t Crap
If you believe what every writer and their cat has to say about first novels being rubbish, you’d never begin. It’s time to look at this another way. They can, in fact, be little gems.
30 Tongue-in-Cheek Rules for New Writers
New year, new writer? Follow all the writing rules! Nah, don’t. Read this snarky guide and then go and make your own rules. Don’t tell Stephen King I said so.
Traversing the Universe of Revising and Editing
Revising and editing are strange and alien worlds writers will never fully understand. Once we enter them, all communication with Earth is lost. Send in help.
The Epic Search For a Novel Title
Novel titles are little blighters. They elude me. They hide under the mountain of writing and taunt me to come and find them. Prepare yourself for title angst.
The Rollercoaster of Writing a First Draft
First drafts. One moment, you love the freedom to write. The next, you lose your ability to know words. Welcome to my weird first draft writing world.
An Honest Day in the Life of a Writer
Tired of reading those shiny ‘days in the life’ of famous authors? Wondering if they really work that hard? Prepare to face the messed up truth.