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How to write like a mad woman in the attic

See that mad woman in the photo clinging to Michael Rochbender?  That’s me after the writing week that I have had.  Because I have been writing like a nutter this week.  Big aim for the week – get a...

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Go Pro versus Go Slow

I recently reread “The War of Art” by Steven Pressfield.  Just like the first TWO times that I read it, this little powerhouse of a book provided me with much food for thought and a well needed kick up...

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One Month, One Novel – No Plan

This is the month that I write a novel – with no plan.  I am officially joining the Pantster tribe and throwing myself into this one with my eyes wide shut and my fingers crossed. Let me be clear –...

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Why writing in cafes is really hard

Today, on Day Three of my Month of Pantsting, I decided to write in a cafe. Because, I am weak, and like many writers, I have fallen in love with the idea of writing in cafes, getting on first name...

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5 reasons why writing is good for your health

As I was walking along the beach this morning between slot one and slot two of my writing for the day, I began to think about the health benefits of writing. I mean, I get it – it is true that we...

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5 Ways to get in the Writing Zone

I am flagging on my 30 day writing challenge today.  I woke up knowing that I need to fire up my writing engine but aware that I was painfully low on gas. There is a lovely moment in the Keira...

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Inspiration for writers

There’s something rather inspiring about listening to other writers share their process.  I am a morning writer so, often of an evening, you will find me curled up with my tablet scouring the internet...

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A month of writing without a plan: update

So, yes I have not been blogging, and no, I have not been lolling around eating doorsteps and rovers looking like a dying duck in a thunderstorm.  That was the week before last for your information....

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Endangered Speechies: D

So how on earth it got to Tuesday again, I have no idea.  My only excuse for being such a shockingly irregular blogster is that last week I really pulled myself back into my writing.  I will update you...

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Inspiration for Writers: Rebecca Miller

I find this video of Rebecca Miller, author of ‘The Secret Lives of Pippa Lee’ completely inspiring.  Not just for her eloquence and openness in talking about her creative process but also for the...

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