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Using Prompts for Writing
I try to write something every day, but sometimes idea run dry and I find it difficult to come up with a topic or theme for my piece....
authorvalpenny
Jun 142 min read
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Writer's Block and How to Get Past It
The first time I voiced me fears about writer's block was when I asked my mentor, the late great Peter Robinson how he dealt with it....
authorvalpenny
May 104 min read
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My Writing Life by Liz Manning
I am pleased to welcome writer Liz Manning to my blog today to discuss the trials and tribulations of her life as a writer. I have always...
authorvalpenny
Nov 30, 20243 min read
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Auchterarder Book Festival
What a lovely day I had on Saturday! My husband acted as my lovely assistant by carrying books and driving me to the Auchterarder Book...
authorvalpenny
Nov 13, 20242 min read
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Improve Your Writing Skills
Do you remember when you first started writing? I don't mean writing stories, but when you were first taught to hold a pencil and write...
authorvalpenny
Apr 13, 20244 min read
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A to B by Gerry McGrath
I am excited to be able to share my views on the poetry collection A to B by Scottish poet, Gerry McGrath. The Review The poet uses...
authorvalpenny
Aug 10, 20223 min read
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Poetry From the Heart by Olusola Sophia Anayanwu
I was honoured to be approached by the poet to review her new collection of poetry. I had not read anything by Olusola Sophia Anayanwu...
authorvalpenny
Jun 18, 20222 min read
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