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10 Excellent Reasons To Join A Writers Group

January 7, 2017March 6, 2018UncategorizedCreative block, Screenwriting, screenwriting classes, Tips, writers group, Writing, writing competitions, Writing Feedback, writing group, writing workshopsLeave a comment

I’m frequently asked by writers how they can keep themselves motivated and keep their project moving forward. This is a challenge I’m very familiar with so I duly offer up a bunch of tips and techniques I’ve developed over the years, and the one that really works for me consistently is – be accountable to somebody.

There’s nothing like somebody waiting for you to deliver to give you a case of the giddy-ups.

And how would it be if it wasn’t just one person waiting for you to deliver but a whole bunch?

Ladies and gentlemen – I give you – the writers group.

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The Most Effective Antidote for Productive Writing Ever?

October 9, 2016March 6, 2018UncategorizedScreenwriting, Tips, Writing, writing workshopsLeave a comment

You know, there are many things that can get in the way of committing serious time to writing – procrastination, the need to earn money, TV box-sets and good old-fashioned crippling self-doubt. But I recently learnt that one of the most common impediments to writing regularly is children.

I discovered this when a subscriber to my newsletter emailed me to say – please write an article about writing with children in the house. To be honest it’s not something I’ve given much thought to as I’m sans nipper.

But I was suitably moved by the heartfelt plea and figured the many writerly parents I know may have some insightful solutions – but no…

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The Benefits of Bouncing

May 11, 2016March 6, 2018UncategorizedCreative block, creative problem solving, Creative thinking, idea generation, Personal, Screenwriting, Tips, Writing, Writing FeedbackLeave a comment

Given what I do, it’s no surprise that I take more than a passing interest in the avalanche of writerly advice available online. And nestled in amongst all the apps, infographics, gimmicky utensils and blogs there’s occasionally some really useful advice.

But there’s something I hardly ever see – and that’s articles extolling the virtues of talking through your ideas with a buddy.
I understand why some people rear back in horror at the thought of sharing their ideas or exposing half formed pieces. But as you know from my musings on Writing Groups, I’m a big fan of seeking constructive feedback from a like-minded chum. It’s a no-brainer to have your completed work objectively assessed, edited and critiqued before you publish or send out into the world – but what about while you’re stuck in the thick of it?

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