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Screenshot of the British Library website, by Terry Freedman
It’s all very well being able to write, but what about how we write, that is the tools we use? There is a fascinating exhibition coming in London in April 2019 that explores this.
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The demise of public libraries is appalling. What can we do about it?
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writers’ reference books, by Terry Freedman
My personal tribute to the sports writer Hugh McIlvanney.
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London Book Fair, by Terry Freedman
The seminars running at the London Book Fair 2019 are now published on the LBF website. I’ve identified a few great looking sessions, as always.
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#LBF18 UK Book Blogger Awards 2018, by Terry Freedman
Once again this year, the London Book Fair will run awards for book bloggers, bookstagrammers and book tubers. This article gives links to the brilliant people who won the awards in 2018.
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There are many ways, in many countries, in which a writer can get into serious trouble. This article outlines some of them. Based on a talk and panel discussion at the London Book Fair 2018.
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Tom Watson and Giles Watling, MPs, speaking at the Awards. Photo by Terry Freedman
Congratulations to all the shortlisted authors and their books! There were some great-looking books on display. Here is some information about the winning entry, and a couple of the others.
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Gratuitous swearing usually adds nothing to a piece of writing or a talk. It’s unpleasant to listen to, and probably has unfortunate consequences for the offender.
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How attending a prose and poetry evening caused me to make a few changes in my life.
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Rather than wait until I've read books before reviewing them, I think a halfway house is to at least let people know about books and, if possible, my first impressions. My intention is to write full reviews of these in due course. I hope you find these snapshots useful and interesting.
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Subscribers to my newsletter, Terry Freedman’s Books Bulletin, receive more than ‘just’ news about new books, reviews of bookshops and books, and tips concerning writing,. They also have opportunities to win books in giveaway contests!
This week I’ll be publishing details of how to enter a draw to win a copy of Alex Quigley’s new book, Closing the Vocabulary Gap.
Details of where to go to subscribe to the newsletter are in the article.
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The London Book Fair 2018: the first day. Photo by Terry Freedman
Here's a quick round-up of the things I'll be discussing in my next newsletter, including censorship, publishing myths and a marketing website.
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The moment that every wordsmith dreads...
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Read on for news about my new books-related newsletter. Reviews of books and bookshops, new book announcements, writerly tips, and news about my own works.
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The London Book Fair -- photo by Terry Freedman
The London Book Fair website now has seminar listings in place. This article lists my top 11 sessions so far.
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London Book Fair, by Terry Freedman
It's that time of year again: time to book up a visit to the London Book Fair.
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If you're feeling frustrated or angry at not being paid for your work, you might take solace from the fact that you're not alone, according to recent research.
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I recently tried my hand at a completely different form of writing. So what did I learn from the experience?
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Some people say "of course creative writing can be taught", while others say the opposite. I take a slightly more nuanced view.
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More lovely photos -- and free to use too!
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