The Proustian Moment

A 20th-century novelist discovered that scent and memory are intertwined.

The Goddess of the River Severn

Was the goddess Sabrina a real princess or the ritual place of a tempestuous river?

How the Goddess Brigid Was Worshipped

See the many ways Brigid was worshipped and invoked in ancient times.

How to Do Historical Research for a Novel

Stop feeling overwhelmed by the genre and start making trackable progress towards your novel.

You can be more creative if you start measuring your creative input and output.

The Mystical Places of the Goddess Airmed

Discover the legendary places of the goddess Airmed that are said to hold her memory.

How to Track Your Writing Progress

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

How to Write a Grieving Character

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

How to Write a Relatable Character

Develop a believable character for your novel by getting to know your character as a real person.

I've struggled for years with the fear of writing, but I've learned something along the way too.

5 Things My First Novel Draft Taught Me

It took me 5 years to write my first draft.

The Rituals of Imbolc

What is the true meaning of Imbolc? Let’s dive into the rituals and traditions of the Celtic festival of Imbolc.

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