Editing your first novel is hard. It‘s a difficult process that‘s entirely self-directed, and if you don‘t have a map of how to approach the process, it‘s utterly daunting.

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How I'm Learning to Balance Full Time Work and Creative Projects

I went down a rabbit hole to discover what we really need to be creative and how to balance it all.

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5 Steps to Embody the Writer Aesthetic

Commit to the chaos of the process and live the writing aesthetic.

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How to Track Your Writing Progress

Start a novel progress tracker so you get ahead in your writing projects.

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How to Write a Grieving Character

Describing grief and loss in your writing helps your reader to relate better to your story.

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How To Write a Novel During Coronavirus

Have you always wanted to write a novel? You may have more free time at home, but writing during the pandemic comes with its own challenges.

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A Beginner's Guide to Plot Planning

Learn how to plot your novel using two simple and easy techniques.

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How to Organise Your Novel Research

An easy guide of how to organise your writing research, especially if you’re writing historical fiction.

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Writing Q & A: Your Questions Answered!

I answer all of the writing questions I was sent on my Instagram and hopefully it can help you with your writing project.

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How to Stick to Your Writing Routine

Stay on the writing bandwagon with these simple tips. I delve into how to keep your writing routine, especially if you’re struggling with time management.

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How to Start a Writing Routine

An in-depth guide of how to plan and stick to a writing routine that fits you.

Which Tea Are You?

Discover how your favourite tea reveals your writing personality.

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