Don’t let the winter blues stop you from achieving your writing goals. Early sunsets, misty rain, biting winds – none of these should distract you from your true passion – writing. Join our community of writers at our July Write-in and keep writing a part of your life. What to expect A mixture of quiet […]

‘I sometimes think we forget the ‘social’ part of social media. Even when operating what essentially is a business account, it still needs to be engaging, represent you as an author, and connect with your book community.’

‘I see my non-fiction work as often being more advocacy-driven, often motivated by increasing understanding of particular issues or experiences, or trying to connect people through common experiences.’

‘To me, being a writer is about being part of the world and reflecting it back to readers; you’re not going to be able to do that in a well-rounded way if you restrict yourself.’

“I am often inspired by visiting unfamiliar places, the different sounds you hear as well as words. I suppose I was brought up in a family where language was entertainment…”

“I have travelled widely to places connected with each one of the scientists I have written about. I have met quite a few people and gathered information. Many times, I have taken the pictures myself.”

“I often went for a walk straight after my writing and editing time, to blow cobwebs away and to reconnect to the here and now, to smell roses and rosemary and lilac and jasmine in the beautiful gardens of East Orange.”