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The Editor's Checklist
A simple and straight-forward guide for reflecting on your work and making relevant changes.
henripoole-birrell
Nov 3, 20253 min read
Showing Vs Telling
A simple guide to showing vs telling in your writing.
henripoole-birrell
Oct 29, 20252 min read
Are you in a Comma Conundrum?
Avoid those tricky comma conundrums with this quick and easy guide!
henripoole-birrell
Oct 10, 20253 min read
A Deep Dive Into Cliches
A handy guide to cliches in creative writing, and how to avoid them.
henripoole-birrell
Oct 6, 20253 min read
Similes, Metaphors and Kennings: What are they, and how do we use them?
A quick guide to similes, metaphors and kennings – the essential comparison toolkit.
henripoole-birrell
Oct 1, 20253 min read
How to Plot Your Story the Simple Way (Using 12 Key Beats)
How to plot your novel or short story in 12 simple steps...
henripoole-birrell
Sep 27, 20252 min read
Be a Better Reader!
Uncover nine simple ways you can improve your reading habits today!
henripoole-birrell
Sep 16, 20253 min read
Top Ten Tips for GCSE English Language Success
Are you or your child sitting their exams next May? Read my latest blog post to uncover 10 fantastic tips for success in the English Language GCSE exam.
henripoole-birrell
Sep 9, 20254 min read
Fantastic First Lines
A simple hack for writing an opening to any story, as well as diving into some excellent examples.
henripoole-birrell
Sep 8, 20254 min read
Finding the balance: How to be a Healthier Creative
Creativity is addictive. And exhausting. And, much of the time, overwhelming, leading to stress and physical discomfort. Anyone who loves...
henripoole-birrell
Aug 17, 20254 min read
How to analyse a piece of writing
A simple step-by-step guide to analysing fiction, with relevant examples. This guide can be used by anyone, but is designed with students...
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Jul 3, 20256 min read
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