writing
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The quote from The Observer on the front caught my eye as I was traipsing round Waterstones searching for a new book: ‘Engaging and enchanting…a fairytale for adults, with all the wonder – and terror – that that entails…‘ Intrigued? I certainly was. I turned the book over and read the blurb: ‘It is 1917,…
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It’s two weeks until the launch of my first writing craft book, Publication Guaranteed (Well, Almost!). I know many of you have struggled to get your articles and short stories published in magazines and I want to help. I hope you’ll find the book useful in giving you plenty of advice, tips and examples. There…
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Your new five-word challenge is here. Last week, I wanted to know what you thought about the WEATHER. This week, I want to know about your BLOG. So can you tell a story in five words, using the word BLOG in it somewhere? Here are your WEATHER forecasts from last week: Deeply Shreded: Whether, the…
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U.K. women’s weekly, My Weekly accepts articles. The editor, Stuart Johnstone is always happy to hear from new freelance writers, with fresh ideas. He advises you study a few copies of the magazine so you get a food feel for what they’re all about. Typical features are 800 words, spread over two pages. If you…
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What a bargain! And it comes with something extra…
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Your new five-word challenge is here. Last week, I wanted to know what makes you SCREAM. This week, I want to know what you think about the WEATHER. So can you tell a story in five words, using the word WEATHER in it somewhere? Here are your SCREAM‘s from last week: Deeply Shreded: And that…
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Those who follow my Markets For Writers weekly blog post will know that I regularly feature Writing Magazine competitions. They have several currently inviting entries, but it’s also worth taking a look at their website. They’re offering writers all sorts of support in these current times, including current writing news, expert advice, coffee-break writing exercises…
Esther Chilton 