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How to use brainstorming to improve your writing

Posted on May 11, 2020January 15, 2023Author Katy SegrovePosted in Writing4 Replies

Today, I want to talk about brainstorming – how it can improve your writing and when and how to do it. When I talk about brainstorming, what I really mean is mind mapping, with pen and paper, to help you come up with new ideas I absolutely love this technique and use it all the…

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Six tips to help you keep writing during lockdown

Posted on April 10, 2020April 10, 2020Author Katy SegrovePosted in UncategorizedLeave a Reply

With lockdowns happening all over the world, many of us have much more time at home, and in theory, more time to write. But what if you’re feeling to stressed or distracted to write? Here are 6 tips to help you write during lockdown If you can’t stop worrying, try keeping a stress journal. Write…

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How to Choose Your Best Idea Using a Simple Framework

Posted on March 13, 2020March 13, 2020Author Katy SegrovePosted in UncategorizedLeave a Reply

Have you ever been in a situation where you had too many ideas and couldn’t decide which one to work on? I’m going to help you choose the best idea to write right now, with the help of a simple framework. Maybe procrastination has held you back; it’s easier to keep coming up with new…

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Going to Networking Events can Advance Your Writing Career

Posted on February 28, 2020February 28, 2020Author Katy SegrovePosted in UncategorizedLeave a Reply

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

Posted on February 13, 2020February 13, 2020Author Katy SegrovePosted in Uncategorized1 Reply

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…

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Building Up Your Writing Muscle

Posted on January 18, 2020January 18, 2020Author Katy SegrovePosted in HabitsLeave a Reply

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…

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5 Tips to Help You Stick to a Writing-Related New Year’s Resolution

Posted on December 31, 2019Author Katy SegrovePosted in HabitsLeave a Reply

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…

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How to Keep Writing During the Busy Holiday Season

Posted on December 11, 2019Author Katy SegrovePosted in HabitsLeave a Reply

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…

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