Midsummer extroversion
Midsummer is here. The sun’s cycle has reached its peak. We arrive at the moment where the days are long […]
A sketching challenge
While the tech industry compels us to offhand our creativity to machines, I am going against the grain and sketching.
Wintering
I have neglected my blog of late. In my defence, I have been writing. Well… editing. And painting. Although most
The Pros and Cons of Pantsing and Plotting
What are the differences between a plotter and a pantser? What are the benefits and drawbacks? Is one better than
The poetry of Helen ‘Edie’ Toull
Helen Edith Toull is my great-grandmother and the family poet. She lived from 1888 to 1978, and rather than allow
Earth Pathways 2025 Diary
I am delighted to announce Earth Pathways has accepted three pieces of my work for their 2025 diary. “Earth Pathways
Write a better scene in 5,4,3,2,1
Incorporating the five senses into your writing A year ago, someone shared with me a grounding technique. We all have
A February Birthday
February can feel like a funny month. Its shorter, changeable length gives the impression whoever was making up the months
Building a world where anything is possible
World-building appeals to me because anything is possible. Well… let me rephrase that. Anything is possible, so long as you