This blog is supposed to be a documentation of my journey into becoming a writer. A record of the highs and pitfalls that I have...

At a point in my life when I am feeling pretty down; managing to engage in writing by active choice rather than the easy process it has...

Finding words has never been something that I have struggled with – some might say I find far more words than I need to say the things I...

This week, I have been working on a synopsis for a university assignment. I am currently on the third or fourth iteration, having read...

This week, I have been working on a synopsis for a university assignment. I am currently on the third or fourth iteration, having read...

There are several schools of thought on this: some think that the morning is better – motivation levels are high, distraction at a...

On my course, they often ask us to complete writing activities, advising us that we can use fresh, new ideas, or extracts from a work in...

On my course, they often ask us to complete writing activities, advising us that we can use fresh, new ideas, or extracts from a work in...

There is a special kind of joy that comes when you realise that you have learned something. Beyond the instant ‘I get it!’ sensation; a...

Delighted to be able to announce that I am in print! My story 'A Little Help...' has been published in the anthology 'Flashes of Hope'....

Whether I am writing poetry, stories, lesson plans or a shopping list, there is always a point where I have to stop and tell myself 'no...

2020's almost gone and, when all is said and done, the year has been a wee bit shit. But, to make the best of it, ​ there were some good...

I think I always overthink I just cannot switch it all off, And try to catch a wink Of sleep at night My mind is bright with thoughts and...

He exited the lift to find himself almost looking into a mirror. The figure before him wore the same long black robe, carried the same...

In writing, the wall can rear up in many ways. It can be a drought of inspiration or motivation; it can be caused by real world...

Finding a home for 'Finding the Way' has proven quite the challenge, but a little more careful research led me to...

As part of my Master's course, I recently read three extracts from published authors in which they talked about reading as a writer...or...

Answer - of course it is! Writing will take up as much of your time as you give it; it is a hungry beast that will consume each and every...

I recently participated in the 81 Words challenge from Christopher Fielden; the aim of the challenge is to collect 1000 stories limited...

One of the best parts about writing is hearing what other people think of your work. Okay, let’s be honest – that can also be one of the...