I admit my habit is out of control...
Bookshop Addiction-there is no cure.
I admit my habit is out of control...
Category: Writers
Are your characters loveable?
Should we always write loveable characters? Or even likeable? I recently received constructive feedback on a short story I entered into a competition. One of the comments "...this successfully built empathy for her situation whilst allowing one to dislike her for..." led me to wonder how many times a character I have had empathy for, … Continue reading Are your characters loveable?
Kindling II – a valuable writer’s tool
This is a volume of works I will return to, not only for the pleasure of reading it over, but for the valuable insider knowledge and tips...
A Guide To Berlin by Gail Jones – my thoughts
I am not a reviewer, but I like to share my thoughts when I read a good book. (I am proud to say I am currently reading some great books by Australian writers.) A Guide To Berlin was written by one of my favourite Oz writers, Gail Jones. Don't get me wrong, I am not … Continue reading A Guide To Berlin by Gail Jones – my thoughts
If Anthony Trollope can do it, or 117,000 words 15 mins at a time.
In my last post I told you that I was easily distracted from writing, in reality suffering from the chronic malaise of procrastination. Then how did I manage to write more than 117,000 words in eight months you ask? Glad you asked. When I began my draft last year, I set myself a goal of … Continue reading If Anthony Trollope can do it, or 117,000 words 15 mins at a time.
To Read ‘Go Set a Watchman’ or Not to Read…
Her publisher saw the story in a different light and persuaded her to rewrite it. If this is correct I am very glad she did. Because we can now enjoy both of these wonderful pieces of work.
Favourite classics from our childhood – leave them in the past?
I await my much anticipated copy of ‘Go Set A Watchman’ to arrive by snail mail. I want to feel this book in my hands while I read it, and when I have finished, to place it alongside its sister on the shelf. So I have resisted the pull to download it to my e-reader. … Continue reading Favourite classics from our childhood – leave them in the past?
Pauline Rutherford: Writer 