Fighting self-doubt

What writers can learn from Amer Anwar

Remembering the crime novelist and his contagious enthusiasm for his work. Plus, come and see me at the Edinburgh International Book Festival.

Jul 31 •

Wednesday: In Writing Summer Retreat Day 3

Your link to join our 9am and 5pm writing sessions.

Jun 10 •

Watch again: Jean Hannah Edelstein on memoir

The memoir author on building the confidence to publish; making the specific relatable; the selective process of crafting your life story, and lots…

May 14 •

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Writers stop but they don't quit

How to tell the difference – and thoughts to get you through your rewrite.

Apr 23 •

Inside chapter one

On what makes a good writing space, plus: full subscriptions are back, for those who like them.

Jan 31 •

Remember the point of it all...

Plus, some gift ideas – and discount codes – for the writer in your life.

Nov 28, 2024 •

Did I write this?

Plus some live events this autumn, and a writing hour this Sunday.

Sep 20, 2024 •

Let's write this Saturday

Plus, when you finish a big project – how long should it take to care about something new?

Jul 24, 2024 •

The importance of just showing up

The best method I've found to break through inertia, and why it works for me. Plus, thoughts on collaboration and giving things a try.

Mar 21, 2024 •

'Moments of sheer panic'

Writing a book, as seen in my journal.

Jan 5, 2024 •

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