A well-written and, frankly, frightening book about the benefits we get from sleep. frightening? Yes, because of the costs we pay when we skimp on (good quality) sleep.
Read MoreAvoiding all-encompassing words
You cannot assume that every reader will know what words like 'etc' will refer to or included.
Read MoreBookshops I like: The Brick Lane Bookshop
If you can get to Shoreditch in London, be sure to visit the Brick Lane Bookshop. Thiis article tells you why.
Read MoreNew books bulletin launched
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.
Read MoreThe London Book Fair 2018 Seminar Programme
The London Book Fair website now has seminar listings in place. This article lists my top 11 sessions so far.
Read MoreWhat I've been reading: Waterhouse on newspaper style
This book may be thirty years old, but its advice is still pertinent. If you want to have a blitz or crackdown against, or shake-up of, bad writing (all examples of 'tabloidese'), then this is the book for you.
Read MoreLists: Bullets or numbers?
When should you use bullet points, and when numbers? Read on to find out.
Read MoreBookshops I like: Hatchards
How an experience at one of my favourite bookshops warmed me up on a freezing day.
Read MoreBook up for the London Book Fair 2018
It's that time of year again: time to book up a visit to the London Book Fair.
Read MoreNo way to treat freelancers
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.
Read MoreForeword, Preface or Introduction?
Do you know the difference between a Foreword, a Preface and an Introduction? I didn't either until I found an excellent article on the web.
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