Whether it’s by choice or whether circumstances force you to take a break, taking time out from writing can sometimes be the best thing to do. If you have run out of ideas or inspiration eludes you or if you are
If you don’t understand the difference between active voice or passive voice read on for a quick explanation. If you do understand the difference but have been warned off using the passive, then skip to Passive has its place. A
If you are still at the I want to write but don’t know how to start stage, then follow these quick tips on how to get started as a writer. Find a space where you can write This space might
If you are a new or aspiring writer you may not even have thought about why you should create an outline before you start writing. So, let me explain the purpose of an outline and why it can be useful. An outline acts as a framework or
Because an understanding of the basics of English grammar is essential if you want to be taken seriously as a writer, here is a selection of books on English grammar which I either own or have come across on the
Are you easily distracted by emails, social media, the temptation of doing a quick ‘surf’ for the latest cheap flights and holiday deals or whatever else you feel an urgent need to check out? If so, you are not alone. For many
If you struggle to remember all of the great ideas you have or if you need a better way of channelling and developing you ideas, there are some online resources out there which can help you. So, in this post
If you want to be more productive as a writer it helps to be organised. Because we all approach writing in different ways, how you go about getting organised is a very personal thing but here are some ideas which
Mind mapping is a graphical way of representing ideas and concepts. It was invented and popularised by Tony Buzan who believes that a mind map mirrors the way we actually think (i.e. visually and dynamically) rather than linearly. Unlike linear note-taking methods such as lists
Following on from another post How to get started with local history research, here are some local history writing tips to help you get started writing. When to start writing local history Whatever you are planning to write (a full-length book, a
