Tips

What’s the best ‘day job’ if you want to keep writing?

I had an interesting question from a reader recently, so I thought I would share it with you all, as it’s worth some consideration. Matus, a writer-director, wrote… Hi Katy, Thanks for sharing your experience. The more I’m working in the industry (writer/director), the more I’m convinced that people should do screenwriting or directing as a side…

Just finished your draft? Here’s how to get valuable feedback.

Today I want to talk about feedback – why it’s important, where to get it, what to ask for and how to take it on board without having your feelings crushed. Whatever you’re writing, in my opinion, it’s essential to get some feedback along the way.  OK, we all secretly hope that we’re geniuses and…