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Writing

COVID-19: How a letter can mean the world to an elderly neighbour

August 11, 2021March 18, 2020 by Lucy Williams
Elderly man reading coronavirus letter from neighbour

At the time of writing, the over-70s are not yet on lockdown in the UK due to the Coronavirus pandemic, but it has been suggested … Read more

How the creation of timelines can help you plot a novel

August 11, 2021February 14, 2020 by Lucy Williams
A woman writing a novel on her laptop while sat on the sofa

When it comes to writing a story, it can be easy to become distracted from your original plan or to get confused about what should … Read more

Top tips for winning a children’s writing competition

August 11, 2021December 27, 2019 by Lucy Williams
writing tween girl on bed

If you are a budding young writer and keen to take part in a writing competition or two, then we have a few handy bits … Read more

Times it’s better to send snail mail instead of email

October 11, 2019 by Lucy Williams
postbox

Email is quick and easy to send, and it’s no wonder it has become such a popular means of communication. That being said, there are … Read more

How to write a congratulations card

August 11, 2021August 23, 2019 by Lucy Williams
graduation congratulations

If someone you know or love has been working hard towards something and accomplished it, then you’ll no doubt be over the moon for them. … Read more

What to do with used postage stamps

November 25, 2021August 9, 2019 by Lucy Williams
a postage stamp

If you write, send and receive letters, you’ll no doubt come across a fair number of postage stamps. Even if you don’t have pen pals, … Read more

Four methods for writing a novel

August 11, 2021July 5, 2019 by Lucy Williams
writer with notepad and laptop

There is no ‘one size fits all’ approach to writing a novel — after all, it is a very creative process and intrinsically subjective. However, … Read more

How to find writing inspiration

August 11, 2021May 24, 2019 by Lucy Williams
an inspired man, writing

No matter how passionate and committed you are to your creative writing, the time will come — maybe often or perhaps once in a blue … Read more

Why you should write a love letter to yourself

April 9, 2019 by Lucy Williams
writing a love letter to yourself

The chances are you don’t quite see yourself the way others do — something which can be exasperated and negatively impacted upon by common mental … Read more

How to write the perfect cover letter for a job application

August 11, 2021March 22, 2019 by Lucy Williams
Applicant getting the job in an interview after perfect cover letter

Looking for a new job? Great! I’m sure you’ve already got your CV sorted, however most job applications require a cover letter to accompany your … Read more

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