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This week, I’m thrilled to introduce one of my amazing students, Viki Allerston. It’s her first time in my Guest Writer Spot. Here ‘s a little bit about her in her own words: ‘I have been telling and writing short stories most of my life and have had a degree of success. Then I started…
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If you need a little inspiration to get your creative juices flowing, try my weekly writing challenge. You have two weeks for this one (til Thursday 9th June) as I’m going to be away so no excuses for not giving it a go!: Option one: Write a limerick with the word PLONKER (thank you Al…
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This week’s market has a high entry fee, but if you’re looking for that lucky break, it might be worth it. Retreat West is holding a First Chapter Competition, with a first prize of a review of your submission package by senior literary agent, Jenny Savill. The entry fee is £15. For this, you can…
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And in today’s astounding news…
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Well, I suppose it is breaking news…but it’s not that exciting, I’m afraid. As many of you know (if you don’t, why not? I mean, it’s not as if I haven’t plugged it enough! Anyway, I digress…) I’m holding two short story competitions (with fabulous prizes). The closing date is due to be 31st May,…
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My guest writer this week is working on a novel. I’m delighted to be publishing the opening to his book. Here’s a little bit about Eric Owens: Eric Owens is a decorated veteran of the Air Force, and a thirty year veteran of the IT industry. He has written industry blogs and is a published…
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Perhaps it’s just me, but surely his head would hurt…just a little?!
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And in today’s astounding news…
Esther Chilton 