The Library
Inspiration for living your original life, embracing creativity and writing.
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Live originally
When we embrace our original selves and express who we truly are, magic happens. Inside each and every one of us is treasure that can make our dreams come true.
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Writing opportunities – February 2021
Our list of February's best writing contests, competitions and opportunities with details of prizes, requirements and deadlines.
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Writing prompt: Ascend
You're out of breath from running but you can't stop now. Tell the story of what happens as, heart pounding, you begin to climb the stairs.
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New year, wonderful you
Could this New Year give you fresh impetus, renew your creative energy and open your mind to new ideas that are original to you?
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Writing Studio: Create a vision for your writing
What's your writing dream? A vision board could help it come true. Author, Shelley Wilson will be in our Writing Studio on 21ST JANUARY showing you how.
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Writing opportunities – January 2021
Get your New Year off to a great start with our list of January's best writing contests, competitions and opportunities with details of prizes, requirements and deadlines.
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Eat, drink and be creative!
The festive season is upon us. It may be different this year but we're here with ideas to give you and your loved ones a merry creativemas.
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A break away
Not sure where your writing needs to go next? Confused about its direction? Take a little inspiration from Stanley Kubrick and you may just find the way forward.
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Put Yourself in the Picture
Sketching, painting, even doodling, are brilliant ways to get your creative juices flowing. You don't have to be an artist for art to inspire your writing.
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Fighting the Tofu
Natalie Goldberg describes the resistance to write as ‘fighting the tofu’. It may feel intense and overwhelming but there are five things you can do to overcome it and get writing.
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A moment to reflect
Reflection can help us even during the toughest times when it may feel like events are out of our control. Take a moment to free your mind to move forward positively.
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Writing prompt: The doorway
As you climb the stone steps, you notice the door is ajar and whispers are coming from inside. Step closer and write the story you hear.