Happy Summer Solstice/Litha to everyone. It's a good time to take stock of the progress you've made with your creative ideas and ambitions this year. If you haven't made as much progress [...]

I'm really excited to have been shortlisted in this playwriting competition. I took a chance on a slightly crazy idea prompted by a character's voice in my head at 3.00 a.m. last [...]

It's a good time to celebrate the progress you've made so far this year. Don't worry if this isn't as much as you'd hoped! Take time for some self-care. Clear any clutter. [...]

Happy Easter to everyone! I've always loved Easter and see it as a time of renewal - of creative inspiration, meeting with friends and spending time in nature. It is good to [...]

Today - 17th February 2026 - marks the beginning of the Chinese New Year. The year of the Snake ends and the year of the Fire Horse begins. It is said to [...]

It is time to celebrate the return of the light! Look for signs of spring appearing - snowdrops, daffodils, crocus. Tidy your work space, resolve to complete any unfinished projects or re-work [...]

Happy New Year - and I hope it's a happy, healthy and creative one! I don't usually make specific 'Resolutions' until the Spring Equinox, when the energy of the earth changes and [...]

Best wishes for a peaceful time - and even if you are unable to put pen to paper start thinking about your creative goals for 2026. These don't have to be huge! [...]

This is a great time of year for gathering with friends and exchanging stories. Start collecting ideas for next year's writing. Focus on memories, weather, colours, sounds and scents. Find a box [...]