Being a writer isn’t just about the writing – you need to network too, especially if you already have a writing sample. Let’s look at 3 types of networking event, and I’ll share some tips for getting the most out of each networking opportunity. Networking at Fairs, Festivals & Conferences Networking events like the London…
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How to use Online Networking to Advance Your Writing Career
For many writers the thought of networking can feel like a nightmare. They’re happy when they’re immersed in the creative process, but when it comes to trying to sell their work they would much rather put it in a drawer and think about it later than actually ask someone to read it. I personally think…
Building Up Your Writing Muscle
Today I want to talk about how to develop your writing muscle as I truly believe that one of the hardest things about writing is sitting down to write. Let’s say you really want to write. You have ideas, you love the thought of writing, you visualise yourself doing it and in your head it…
5 Tips to Help You Stick to a Writing-Related New Year’s Resolution
If you think that the 1st January is a good time to start a new writing resolution, I want to take this opportunity to share 5 tips that I hope will help you stick with your goal. Choose your Resolution For the best chance of success, choose just one resolution at a time – trying…
How to Keep Writing During the Busy Holiday Season
I often find that December is a tough time of year to stay focused, but it’s always really satisfying when I manage to fit in some writing too, even if it’s just 15 minutes a day. If, like me, you get distracted by Christmas shopping and tree decorating, or tired from mid-week parties, here is…