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Writing Fun with Christmas Writing Prompts
The Christmas season can turn very busy for all of us and we often get lost in the frenzy of festive activities. Easily, we can fall out of our writing habits. As not to come out of practice and stay...
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10 Inspiring Biographies for Aspiring Writers
Take a glimpse into the tumultuous lives of the world’s most well-read authors with this selection of gripping biographies for aspiring writers. From the troubled, the lonely and the ill-fated, we’re...
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The Problem with Unlikable Characters
by author Jacques Strauss Jacques was born and raised in Johannesburg, South Africa. His first book, The Dubious Salvation of Jack V, won the Commonwealth Book Prize, Africa. He lives in London with...
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Interview with Debut Author Sara Crowe
Sara Crowe is best known as an actress. She has appeared on television, stage and film, including the iconicFour Weddings and a Funeral. She has won the Olivier Award for Best Supporting Actress, the...
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“Keep writing, no matter what.” Book Country Member Kelli Mahoney, winner of...
Blog shared as a courtesy of writing and publishing community Book Country. Book Country member Kelli Mahoney won the intensive creative writing course offered by Penguin Random House Writers’ Academy...
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Creating the Perfect Villain
Here at Penguin Random House Writers’ Academy, we believe the thing that makes writing so unique is the fact that the rules and structure used are determined solely by the writer. Therefore, creating...
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Romance Creative Writing Prompts
If you are a dedicated romance writer or you just strive to get into the right, with feelings charged mood before the Valentine`s day, try these romance creative writing prompts to set you up in the...
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Literary Festivals in Spring 2015
Are you a dedicated writer or a ferocious reader? Literary Festivals can be a lot of fun where you can engage with the newest fiction and meet established or upcoming authors. We have compiled a list...
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Fleur Smithwick: On breaking the habit of self-depreciation
Fleur Smithwick was brought up in London and studied French Literature & Language at Southampton University. Fleur has worked in various jobs, including twelve years as a school secretary, before...
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Literary Awards for Debut Writers
UK Costa Book Award – First Novel The Costa Book Awards is one of the UK’s most prestigious and popular literary prizes launched in 1971 and recognises some of the most enjoyable books of the year,...
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