I have an obsession with the concept of dystopia. Always have. I like the cloud darkness that comes from chaos and disorder. I like it in an almost sick kind of way. It pushes people to their utmost …
10 Must Attend Writing Events for 2016
For a while now, I have been searching for writing conferences. All I come up with are events across the pond in America. That is, until I was talking with my friend Christina, and she mentioned that …
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You Need To Try This Guaranteed Method of Creating Depth In Your Writing
One of my favourite quotes is a juxtaposition, pitting perfection against failure. "I think perfection is ugly. Somewhere in the things humans make, I want to see scars, failure, disorder, …
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Writespiration #78 Write About A First Kiss
First kisses are hyped up to be this magical, calf lifting, tingly moment. In all honesty, they are usually cold, wet slug infested disappointments. I remember mine even less fondly than that. I was …
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Want The Perfect Hero? Don't Make These 2 Mistakes
Everybody wants to create the perfect hero. I know I do. But creating the perfect hero means more than just perfection. It means imperfection. I like examples, I like learning from examples and I …
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4 Mistakes to Avoid When Translating Research into Fiction
I've been reviewing books in a new way, a kind of quick fire lessons learnt thing. You can see old ones here: 5 Lessons in First Person POV & How to Snag A Publisher First Time With Your …
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