My personal tribute to the sports writer Hugh McIlvanney.
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London Book Fair News 2019-01-22
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.
Read MoreBook bloggers, bookstagrammers and book tubers
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.
Read MoreLondon Book Fair 2018: Freedom to write
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.
Read MoreThe 2018 Educational Writers' Awards
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.
Read MoreWhy swearing in writing or speaking is (usually) very ill-judged
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.
Read MoreProse, poetry and blues
How attending a prose and poetry evening caused me to make a few changes in my life.
Read MoreBooks I've come across, but not yet read
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.
Read MorePrize draw for subscribers to my books bulletin
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.
Read MoreThe London Book Fair 2018: initial thoughts
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.
Read MoreThe horror of hitting 'Publish'
The moment that every wordsmith dreads...
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 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 MorePublished at last!
I recently tried my hand at a completely different form of writing. So what did I learn from the experience?
Read MoreCan creative writing be taught?
Some people say "of course creative writing can be taught", while others say the opposite. I take a slightly more nuanced view.
Read MoreMore copyright-free photos
More lovely photos -- and free to use too!
Read MoreJune 21st: National Writing Day
Today is National Writing Day!
Read MoreBread and books: Karma Bread, Hampstead, London
Where to have coffee and buy books in Hampstead, London.
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