In Other Words

Write (or sing, or dance, or paint . . .) because you love to do it. Forget about whether you're the best or even good at it. Do it for love. <3

Halifax author Deborah Young launched her fantasy novel this evening. I had the privilege of being her editor, and she was lovely to work with. In the launch video, she talks about her writing process and does readings from the novel: "Gabriel's Great Perhaps."

DEADLINE 31 AUGUST for 600 Edinburgh Flash Fiction Award. Open to anyone over 16 years, worldwide. For stories on any topic up to 250 words. Top twenty stories published in our next anthology!

Excellent tips on how to write a better story opening.