Mavis Cheek is the author of 15 novels. Pause Between Acts won the She/John Menzies First Novel Prize. www.mavischeek.co.uk
Tips
Before you begin to write your story ask yourself what is it about, what do you want it to say, what…
Exercises
Think about your favourite novel or short story, or if not your favourite, then the novel or short story you are…
Tips
It’s a simple tip but so often overlooked by new writers in all creative and fiction genres – and it is…
Tips
I’ve always found it helpful to write to a deadline. So often when I was signing my next publishing contract the…
Exercises
Character and setting are two vital ingredients in the writing of fiction. Whatever your genre – be it Sci-Fi or romantic…