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Writing

How to choose a luxury pen: The complete buyer’s guide

July 29, 2026July 29, 2026 by Lucy Williams
A picture of a gold-nibbed fountain pen on a page of an open notebook. The pen nib is engraved.

The rise of digital has made the joy of putting pen to paper more meaningful than ever for stylophiles. With so many opportunities for writing … Read more

A complete guide to paper and notebook sizes

June 24, 2026June 12, 2026 by Lucy Williams
Busy student's desk with open notebook school bag text books and various pencils and crayons.

Choosing a new notebook is exciting for stationery lovers. From browsing the paper thickness and quality to selecting a cool cover design, there’s nothing quite … Read more

How to build a creative writing space

June 24, 2026May 29, 2026 by Lucy Williams
Home office with wall of windows around room

Whether you’re writing a novel, poetry, or journaling, your surroundings can impact your creativity. A well-designed creative writing space helps you focus and settle into … Read more

New Year’s resolutions for writers

December 19, 2025 by Graham Marks
A woman sat at her desk, writing her New Year's resolutions by hand.

January is the prime time to reflect, refresh, and restart work on personal and professional goals. For all types of writers, from budding bloggers to … Read more

How to find a pen pal in the digital age

April 29, 2025April 29, 2025 by Lucy Williams

We live in an age of instant messages and video calls, but there’s something special about writing a letter by hand and sending it through … Read more

52 Valentine’s Day writing prompts to inspire creativity

February 6, 2025 by Lucy Williams
A young white woman sat on outdoor stairs, writing in a notebook.

February is a great time to flex your creative writing muscles, and what better way to get inspired than with some love-themed inspiration? Our Valentine’s … Read more

40 Halloween writing prompts for adults

November 5, 2024October 17, 2024 by Lucy Williams
A woman sat in her living room, decorated for Halloween, writing in a notebook.

As the days grow shorter and October’s fallen leaves crunch beneath our feet, a sense of mystery fills the air. Children immerse themselves in the … Read more

The best journals for writers

August 30, 2024 by Lucy Williams
A close-up of a woman writing in a journal while sat on the sofa.

Putting pen to paper typically opens the door for more words to follow, which nurtures and expands the creative process. For this reason and more, … Read more

Five tips for writing a children’s picture book

July 31, 2024 by Lucy Williams
A Black family reading a picture book together.

Parents who read picture books to their toddlers might think, “I could write one of these — they’re just a few words and some pictures.” … Read more

How to write a letter to and from Santa Claus

July 26, 2024December 21, 2023 by Lucy Williams
A little girl writing a letter to Santa, wearing a Santa hat and sat next to a Christmas tree.

Christmas sparks an unmatched excitement in children, making it an ideal time to channel their enthusiasm into an engaging and educational activity: writing a letter … Read more

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