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  • I met the talented author Roz Watkins at an author meet-up which took place before lockdown. I knew Roz from when she studied with The Writers Bureau many years ago, so it was lovely to renew our acquaintance and to hear how successful she has been. Here she talks about her latest book, her lead…

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  • Your new five-word challenge is here. Last week, I wanted you to give yourselves a BREAK. This week, it’s all about the MEDIA. So can you tell a story in five words, using the word MEDIA in it somewhere? Here are your BREAKS from last week: Paul Mastaglio: Step out. Take a break. How long…

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  • Markets For Writers

    Like a good secret? Well, why not enter The Writers’ Cafe Magazine’s short story and poetry competition? If you’re interested, send your stories (up to 1000 words) and poetry (up to 5 poems per submission) on the theme, “Secrets”, with a 3 line first-person bio to: marielouisebrooks@hotmail.co.uk by June 7th. No mention of entry fees…

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  • Funny Of The Week

    One wonders what on earth prompted the need for this sign…

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  • It’s Monday morning and time for a limerick or two! Send in your own or here’s a prompt for you – LOOK Here are a few limericks to make you smile this Monday. The prompt was DARE: Keith Channing: A housewife from southwest KentuckyWas locally hailed as quite plucky.In response to a dareShe leapt high…

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  • It was my absolute pleasure to interview the inspirational and delightful Ritu, who is already known to many of you. Whether she is or not, I’m sure you’ll enjoy reading more about her, her books, writing and all sorts of other things! Q. Your first novel, Marriage Unarranged, came out earlier this year. Can you…

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  • Your new five-word challenge is here. Last week, I wanted you to feel the SUNSHINE. This week, I want you to give yourselves a BREAK. So can you tell a story in five words, using the word BREAK in it somewhere? Here are your rays of SUNSHINE from last week: Paul Mastaglio: No sunshine when…

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  • Markets For Writers

    The Writers Bureau is asking for entries for its annual poetry competition. Here’s some information for you: Prizes: 1st: £300 2nd: £200 3rd: £100 All winners receive a WB course of their choice – worth over £374 Entry fee: £5 – £4 for members of The Association of Freelance Writers Line limit: up to 40…

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  • Funny Of The Week

    Now there’s an invitation!

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  • It’s Monday morning and time for a limerick or two! Send in your own or here’s a prompt for you – DARE Here are a few limericks to brighten your Monday: Ritu: Oh, what a ghastly sight!Wish I’d not switched on the lightUnplucked and uncolouredNo, please, just stay coveredYou really did give me a fright!…

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