Writer’s Manifesto: F is for Fake It
When in doubt, fake it until you make it. Act AS IF you’re a writer. What do writers do? They write. >Writer’s Manifesto (pdf)
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Writer’s Manifesto: E is for Exercise
Exercise more than your mind. Movement helps you to think… …and rouses the muse from sleep. >Writer’s Manifesto (pdf)
Writer’s Manifesto: D is for Discipline
Writing is fun, but it’s also work. Without focus you go round in circles and end up with a mess of words and no story. Be disciplined. >Writer’s Manifesto (pdf)
Writer’s Manifesto: C is for Craft
Learn the rules of your craft. Only break the rules when you understand why not breaking them would ruin your story. >Writer’s Manifesto (pdf)
Writer’s Manifesto: B is for Beginner’s Mind
When you begin, you know nothing. When you think you know what you’re doing – you don’t. Beginner’s Mind keeps your writing alive. >Writer’s Manifesto (pdf)
Writer’s Manifesto: Why I Write
I am a writer. There – I said it. I forget sometimes, and it’s good to remember. When I get bogged down with worry about marketing and paying the bills, it’s good to take a step back and reconnect with my purpose. So I decided to create a Writer’s Manifesto – from A to Zen: 26 short… Continue reading Writer’s Manifesto: Why I Write
A Writer’s Guide to the Creative Process
Writing a book is a transformative experience – terrifying and thrilling at the same time – like exploring a jungle or climbing a mountain. The process can take many twists and turns and you never know where you’ll end up. With that in mind, this series will explore the creative process and map out some… Continue reading A Writer’s Guide to the Creative Process
Recognise Your Value: the Parable of the Stonecutter
There was once a stonecutter who was dissatisfied with himself and his position in life. One day, he passed a wealthy merchant’s house and through the open gateway saw many fine possessions and important visitors. “How powerful that merchant must be!” thought the stonecutter. He became envious and wished he could be like the merchant… Continue reading Recognise Your Value: the Parable of the Stonecutter
Life Is Just A Ride
“The world is like a ride in an amusement park. And when you choose to go on it you think it’s real because that’s how powerful our minds are. And the ride goes up and down and round and round. It has thrills and chills and it’s very brightly coloured and it’s very loud and… Continue reading Life Is Just A Ride
The Three Ants
Three ants met on the nose of a man who was asleep in the sun. And after they had saluted one another, each according to the custom of his tribe, they stood there conversing. The first ant said, “These hills and plains are the most barren I have known. I have searched all day for… Continue reading The Three Ants
Today can be a happy day!
After a rough night and too many nightmares to count, I dragged myself downstairs to find the kettle and get some caffeine pulsing through my system, but instead found this – and it changed my outlook in a snap! So I wanted to share it with you… From Happiness is a State of Mind by… Continue reading Today can be a happy day!
Two Wolves: How to embrace your Dark Side
No doubt you’ve heard the story of the two wolves and the importance of feeding the right one. The idea is you’re meant to feed the ‘good wolf’ and the ‘bad wolf’ will wither away from neglect. But this isn’t how the story actually goes. Somehow, our way of telling this tale has become distorted,… Continue reading Two Wolves: How to embrace your Dark Side
Jessica Davidson 