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Monica Ali’s writing rules
Don’t write what you know. This rule, I realize, is liable to cause confusion, consternation,...
Tessa Hadley. How to write fiction
Here is a thought about writing fiction which I was developing in my head the...
Polly Crosby’s runner up novel entry
The Illustrated Child Prologue You probably know me: I’m the Kemp Treasure Girl. Maybe you...
SJ Watson on research, writing and rooms
Common traps for aspiring writers? First not getting things finished! It can be exciting to...
We need voices. Lit Agent, Euan Thorneycroft
“I’ve been involved with the Bridport Prize since the novel award was set up. It’s...
Writing? It’s a long game. Lit consultant, Aki Schilz
Writing is a long game. You have to be pro-active, seek advice, read as much...
Competitions. Truth and dare
Your parents were right. It’s not just about winning. Yet one writer confessed how every...
Why a deadline is good for you
Mike Kilgannon is an English teacher from Sheffield whose philosophy “if you enter competitions you’ll...