Author Archives: The Coffeehouse Writer

Story Craft Basics

Starting 21st May 2021 Designed with the new writer in mind. Four 2 hour sessions filled with the basics of crafting a story.What exactly do you need and what can you delete? The course is held online via Zoom. Don’t worry about Zoom fatigue, you will have time off the screen writing, and being keptContinueContinue reading “Story Craft Basics”

How many reasons do you need to take a Writing Course?

Fulfil your dreams! When you write copy for marketing or blogs, it’s often said to have a number in the title as folk like to have an idea of the quality of what they are reading, based on quantity. Yet when it comes to most things it’s a way of seeking permission to follow ourContinueContinue reading “How many reasons do you need to take a Writing Course?”

Feeling the need to Write?

It’s okay to not write. Since the lockdown started, I have seen an increase in requests for 1-1 coaching, along with a rise in mailing list for courses. Great news for my business, but when I enquire as to why now, the answer has often been the same. “I have the time now, so noContinueContinue reading “Feeling the need to Write?”

Ready to Rise Again.

I’m a huge music fan. Normally it has to be LOUD, lots of guitar and drums. Occasionally, I need to take the time out and relax. I say occasionally, as I find this something very difficult to do. He himself, exists like he is permanently hypnotised, in that way you say ‘sleep’ and he is,ContinueContinue reading “Ready to Rise Again.”

The First Novel.

I can honestly say, I had hoped I would get it done sooner. Despair and hopelessness for writers is real. But I didn’t. It wasn’t a total fail, after all I HAVE a finished novel, it’s just life got in the way, and you feel guilty. At least, I did. I have nothing but greatContinueContinue reading “The First Novel.”

New Year New Challenge!

We all make resolutions , promises to ourselves to make changes for the better, whether its eat healthier, exercise more or change job. How about “start that novel I’ve been meaning to”. Sound familiar? WHY WAIT UNTIL JANUARY? Why not make that commitment now? Yes, it’s a busy time of year, but if that isContinueContinue reading “New Year New Challenge!”

5 Reasons Writers Should Read.

Keep reading as you write. As a tutor, I always remind my students of the importance of reading. Whether you are writing novels, blogs, scripts for film, tv radio, game or theatre as well as non-fiction even for work, you should be reading what everyone else is doing. So I’ve put together some writing tips,ContinueContinue reading “5 Reasons Writers Should Read.”

Fly me to the moon or Mordor.

Not Mordor, St Michael’s Mount Marazion. Cornwall. Location. It’s not just a place, it’s a character. As a child did you have that special place where you hid out in a thunder storm? Or a place you returned to at every opportunity for adventure? I did. Back in my hometown there is a man-made lake,ContinueContinue reading “Fly me to the moon or Mordor.”

The Writer’s Garden.

Have you ever wondered why you seem to be so busy yet you have nothing to show for all your hyperactivity? Even a child will stop to smell the flowers. As a writer, it’s easy to get way-laid with inspiration, this is what I believe is the REAL writers block. Not a lack of ideasContinueContinue reading “The Writer’s Garden.”