The Wednesday curse of “hump day” doesn’t apply just to office workers but to anyone trying to make it through the monotony of the week. If you find your creativity lagging mid-week, you’re not alone. Break through the dreaded Wednesday...
Writer’s block is one of the most common writing subjects because it happens to every. single. writer. So don’t worry, you’re not alone. There are many ways to help snap yourself out of a creative funk! Sometimes all you need is...
Writing, like any other pursuit, must be undertaken regularly in order to develop your skills and techniques. It is important to figure out a routine that works for you and stick to it, but if you are having trouble determining...
The great part about being an aspiring writer is that advice and inspiration are never too far away. Writing is an art as old as time, and over the centuries those who call themselves “writers” have taken to philosophising on...
We don’t refer to our journals as “companions” for nothing – when you get into the habit of daily writing, a journal can function as a confidant, co-conspirator and encouraging friend. Writing down your private thoughts, as opposed to holding...
Was your New Year’s resolution to get into poetry? It’s never too late to develop a new writing skill, but it can feel a bit overwhelming when diving into an entirely new creative writing world. To help get you started,...
From the pains of sitting at a desk for extended periods of time to the fear of never finishing your manuscript, nobody understands the pressures of writing quite like professional authors. So this Writing Wednesday, don’t just take our advice –...
There is a certain amount of editing that goes hand-in-hand with the writing process. But the biggest changes usually come once the first draft is complete and, ideally, you run it by your editor. However, if you are not in the...
In a recent two-part Peek Inside article, we helped Laura upgrade her current journalling style to make her notebook pages more visually appealing. One great way to improve the overall look of your journal entries is to add a hand...
Our Peek Inside… series takes a look inside people’s journals to celebrate their imagination and inspire others. Please send us an email if you have a project that you would like to be featured. Previously on Peek Inside… Laura’s Journals We recently...