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Creative Writing
Artists are people who stand out. Boldly individual, their styles are memorable and recognisable. Here are five lessons, inspired by
For those of us blessed with sight, vision is the most important sense through which we recognise the world
One of the fastest ways to progress as a writer is to receive feedback. Here’s how to get more of
Freelance writing is an exciting adventure. But just like being on an African safari, there are dangers. Here’s how to
Author Linda Dawley Ask award-nominated author Linda Dawley for her advice on developing as a writer and she will mention
DEUR MAGDEL BOTHA Annelie Botes het in Afrikaanse leeskringe sekerlik geen bekendstelling nodig nie. Sy het al 12
There is no doubt Adele Broadbent has found her calling – supporting kids to experience the wonder found in books.
Craig Higginson, a historical novelist, has a brave approach to research in fiction. He claims that many writers in the
BY NATASHA BARRETT It’s never too late to pursue your dreams of becoming a writer, as British author Jack Sheffield
WEB WRITING
Your Stories
BY PRAJKTA BUDJADE In a self-defense class I once took, the instructor said, “Never engage in a confrontation
Writing is not something I do; it is something I can’t do without. My journey as a writer began
BY MIKE CASTO Joe Lansdale, the award-winning author of 45 novels, sat on the stage and told us, “Write as
BY THERESA-LOUISE BRINK The best writing tip I ever received was from a man who had fallen in love with
I’m standing on the side of a road. It’s an unremarkable road, but then, why would it be otherwise? Its
I’m in the middle of writing a novel and I’m having a bit of a wobbly at the moment.
I liken my passion for writing with the exuberant style in which I tackle housework. I’ll admit that ultimately writing
BY TRACY SOLEA A bright gold sticker in my purple exercise book marks the day I
BY TASNEEM DANIELS “Kill them,” she said. “What?” “Kill your darlings,” she repeated. “But why should I kill them? This
BY DAVID WHITAKER My first book was self-published. I wrote every word and illustrated it myself. I also cut
Q & A WITH AWARD-WINNING WRITERS
Sonny Whitelaw has enjoyed a successful career as a writer for more than thirty years. Her work as a photojournalist
Alex Smith’s most recent novel ‘Devilskein & Dearlove’ is a YA Fantasy, described by the ‘Sunday Times’ as “a magical
Helen Brain is the author of 30 books for children, an adult memoir and many short stories. In 1998
Karen Jeynes is a well-known, award-winning playwright whose work includes “Laying Blame”, “sky too big”, “Don’t Mention Sex”, “Kiss
Rosemary Hepözden has three decades of editing, writing and teaching experience. She is the author of three nonfiction books, and
New Zealand Poet Laureate, Dr Selina Tusitala-Marsh Selina Tusitala-Marsh has published three critically acclaimed collections of poetry. She was the
BY THABISO SEKGOBELA He made cars.co.za one of the most trusted brands in South Africa. He published a book in
Fiona Ingram is a multi-award-winning author of adult and children’s fiction. She has won, or been a finalist in, over
Successful journalist Sarah Lang may have started her working life sleeping in her mother’s garage, but she has quickly climbed
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