The last few months I have been revisiting picture book drafts and short stories, that didn’t feel like they were quite there yet. Something special was missing. I just couldn’t put my finger on it. But I didn’t want to give up on the potential. I had to have a huge break from them toContinue reading “Finding the Heart”
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The Poet at Play 2 – ‘Dream’ in many languages
Originally posted on Ripple Poetry :
I was writing a poem today, and wanted to name a character. For inspiration I looked at an old poem of mine, and borrowed its structure, but then the poem soon had a life of its own. Sorry can’t tell you which one, as it is top secret. I decided…
The Poet at Play 1
If you don’t like knowing the secrets to conjuring tricks read no further. But if you like to have an insight into how to do them then you will like this series, the poet at play. In this series I explore how the poet, and creative writer can make their words more powerfully appear onContinue reading “The Poet at Play 1”
Reaching the Mountain of My First Draft
I am looking down the pathway of writing my way to the mountain of my completed first draft. Using my plan and outline as a map and continuing to read books that inspire me when I become stuck, I have reached my fourth chapter. I am following the plan, but letting the characters help meContinue reading “Reaching the Mountain of My First Draft”
Outlining Time
At the moment my blogs will be brief as I settle in for outlining, planning scenes and then carrying out my writing projects. I had a couple of weeks in Melbourne with extended family and visited the Art Vo Immersive Gallery. I think after this experience I’ll imagine myself immersed in the worlds of myContinue reading “Outlining Time”
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