Essays

Writing competitions can be both fun and useful for developing a reputation, but the rules must be checked before entering.

When sending a novel to readers for feedback and critique, there are aspects that need consideration.

A detailed description of the process of being published through an independent publishing house.

November is National Novel Writing Month. Could you write a novel in a month?

A series on how to plan and run a successful poetry night. This essay looks at how to manage properly and why it is important.

Naming characters can take up a huge chunk of a writer’s time. Here are some useful things to consider when undergoing the task.

An exploration of four different items of distraction-free technology to encourage writing instead of procrastination.

A look at what the process looks like when movie studios option or purchase the film rights to your book.

There are a lot of demands in writing, but there is not enough emphasis on resting.

Aiming too high could hinder your writing career. This essay explores why you should progress through the learning curve naturally.