Category: World of Writing


  • Worst Writing Advice Given

    When I subscribed to ‘Writers’ Magazine’ aeons ago I received three books designed to teach yourself how to be a better writer, with one of them focusing on creative writing. In a chapter looking at Finding Believable Characters an exercise was prescribed as a principle means of character creation. Here is the exercise in full;…

  • Entering the Podcast Life

    This year I took a big leap in my in my creative journey – I entered the world of podcasting. I know this sounds like a cliche, a middle aged male setting up his own podcast but the step was necessary. Writers are making friends and influencing people through podcasts, like author Joanna Penn. Her…

  • Feature Interviews – Some Thoughts

    I’ve been thinking on my interview skills of late having spoken with a variety of people all over the world whether it’s for a publication or my book research. Generally interviews for me are easy to plan except where when that person has put together a biographical piece. Case in point I revisited two of…

  • The Art of Chat — 5 Tips to Craft a Cracking Interview

    One of the most important skills in journalism is the art of the interview. Some presenters on TV make it look easy, and if you have a confident vibrant personality then it can be. Whether you are reporting the news, or putting together a feature you should always include an interview with a key figure…

  • Blogging for a Brighter Booming Business

    If you don’t have a blog for your business then isn’t it about time you considered looking into this deeper? For me blogging is not only necessary but vital because I’m a writer but also in an age where so much content is online my personality and services need to shine brightly on the world…