What if …?

What if …?
For most of my adult life I have the lamented the amount of time that I’ve wasted, not writing. I’ve always known that I wanted to – that I was meant to – write. Instead,… View Post

A Day in the Life of a Writer

A Day in the Life of a Writer
Years ago, I relied on traditional media to keep me informed as to what was happening in the world. In particular, I enjoyed picking up The Times, of a weekend. Bypassing the massive broadsheet, I… View Post

Still skiving?

Still skiving?
“You’ve got too much time on your hands.” My good friend said, when I told her I was learning to play the ukulele. Though I tried to hide it, my heart sank at her words.… View Post

Routine and Creativity

Routine and Creativity
My daughter has been off school for the summer; we’re currently in week seven of eight. And while I love having her home, and I relish the break from the school run, the lack of… View Post

Writing is like running a marathon

Writing is like running a marathon
I see writers churning out book after book like it’s the easiest thing in the world and I wonder if it’s similar to running a marathon. It feels impossible until you’ve completed one and then… View Post