A 10-Step Process for Revision
How do you approach revision? Do you just sit down and trust your instincts? Do you just let whatever happens happen? The chances are if you have a haphazard approach, … Continued
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Making It
There’s always been a romanticism attached to writing – the thought of sitting up endless nights, pounding away at the keyboard, telling a story only you can tell. Many inexperienced … Continued
Filter
As a writer, you write through a filter. That filter shapes every aspect of your writing – not just the creative elements (plot, content, characters, etc.) but also the technical … Continued
How I Used the Busybird Creative Fellowship: Maryanne Eve
This year I was the lucky recipient of the 2017 Busybird Publishing Creative Fellowship. As an aspiring writer, I love to write, although all I’ve had published is a handful … Continued
The Hard Work of Writing
Tonight, we’re off to a
How I Used the Busybird Creative Fellowship: Angus Watson
When I applied for the Busybird Creative Fellowship, I had just finished the first draft of my novel. I didn’t know much about styles, grammar, or even the industry. But … Continued
The Different Forms of Publishing
The publishing landscape is always evolving but, despite this, the fundamentals remain the same. If you’re interested in publishing, you can try and get ‘traditionally published’ or, if you want … Continued
Responsible Reviewing
The internet has given everybody a voice. It’s also provided numerous mediums in which to use it. One of those mediums is the forum of critique – reviewing books, movies, … Continued