Creative Writing

Depth of Character (Part 2)

For every story, we need characters. For every good story, we need rich, interesting and engaging characters who live on in our memories...

The Long, Dark Tunnel - Writer's Block & Stress

There are many challenges that authors and writers are faced with; tight deadlines, extensive research, legal implications,...

Planning Zombies!!!

This week saw the broadcast of the latest season finale of US TV hit “The Walking Dead”. I was watching a scene with a large swarm of...

Depth of Character (Part One)

Every story needs strong characters with depth and scope for navigating the twisting, rapid waters of the plot. In many of the best...

Trilogies and Tribulations

After a long time (too long to admit) stuck in the cul-de-sac of Writers Block Close, I have finally navigated my way out and back onto...

Can creativity be taught?

I recently returned to my previous employer in a new capacity as a guest speaker giving a talk entitled ‘Creative Writing in the...

Making time to Mentor

Last month I participated in my first Speed Mentoring event. The concept – if you haven’t heard the term – is pretty exciting. You get a...

The Story of Project Management

Many people describe the delivery of change as “a journey”. It is a common reference that resonates with anybody who invested time and...