For this writing prompt, I’d like to set your creativity free and invite you to write a short paragraph on the act of Letting Go. Letting go of what you no longer have control over, while it can be difficult, will help clear your mind and release any shackles holding you back. It can also …
Are you looking for an online writing community? Look no further than The Reading Room! Writing can be a lonely exercise. Whilst friends and family can be supportive, this can only go so far, and they may not understand the struggles of developing the perfect character or coming up with an unexpected plot twist. …
Here are 3 quick tips to help you improve your writing skills. 1 – Done is Better Than Perfect You may hear this a lot, but a gentle reminder won’t hurt your creative flow: Your story doesn’t have to be perfect in the first draft; it just has to be written. I’ve been guilty of …
Writer’s block affects us all at some point. Sometimes, even when the ideas are having a party in your head, the writing just doesn’t flow the way you want it to. This lack of flow is known as writer’s block in its simplest form and is OK. The thoughts won’t disappear if you step away …
“Xeni, how do I keep the writing going?” The simple answer is Discipline. So – let’s look at how to develop a writing habit. A writing habit is just that, a habit. And habits are defined through repetition. Whether you write in the morning or evening, this is your habit. So, when you …
Practice your descriptive writing with this atmospheric writing prompt! You are walking through a meadow from your house / a hotel in the country. It is Winter, and it is early morning; fog is heavy in the air. There is someone or something on the other side of the mist. Decide whether or not …
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“So, Xeni what is Flash Fiction?” Well, friend, read on to find out! Flash Fiction is a writing format for short, short stories and a great way to challenge yourself as a writer. It enhances your skills to declutter your narrative, focuses your eye and put pen to the finer details, and also helps you …
Do you struggle with setting goals for yourself as a writer? Well, struggle no more, friend – I think the below will help you 🙂 This valuable exercise is one that I ask students who are looking to apply structure to their writing habits to complete. We address the following questions at the start …
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Deciding on a character name for your story can sometimes be a pain in the neck! Does the name ‘fit’ your character’s personality? Does it align with the era you’re writing for? Ask yourself these questions as you work through a list. I keep a note of names that I’ve come across and like the …
This seems like a given but it’s a writing pain-point that comes up often enough that I feel it’s worth mentioning. How do we become better writers? We need to stay curious and ask questions. We learn the basics at school – What, When, Where and Why – but we can still find ourselves at …