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Details Matter
My first day as a professional writer, I lifted a police report from the pile at the Coffeyville station and read “Murder.” Now, this was…
Writing Different Genres
First Things First I’ve never understood people who have a favourite song, book or film. Surely your choice depends on your mood. It’s the same…
The Magnificent 7 Leave Switzerland
Lucky seven they say, but the morning I had to load that many strong-minded mustangs onto a lorry at the top of the…
If you’re reading, you’re writing
Hands up anyone who’s had a bit of writer’s block? Looking around I can see that’s pretty much all of us, right? Even you at…
Litopia Book Club Selections February – September 2024
I’m delighted to give you an early peek into this year’s Litopia Book Club selections, together with relevant purchase links. It’s a particularly strong and…
Writers Beware – The Seminar Goldrush
Selling highly-priced, poor-value seminars and writing courses to aspiring authors isn’t just unethical – it’s also damaging to the publishing industry, says Litopia’s Peter Cox…
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