How Mrs Isabella Beeton’s 19th-Century book can help modern mistresses — Have you ever felt overwhelmed by the chaos of your household? Do you find yourself drowning in toys, books, and never-ending piles of laundry? Well, fear not my dear friend, because help is at hand. Let me introduce you to Mrs Isabella Beeton, a 19th-century household management expert. A mistress…

Unlocking the magic of character archetypes — As a writer, I sometimes struggle with creating memorable characters in my middle-grade manuscripts. I want my characters to be unique but sometimes I find myself creating characters that are flat and uninteresting. When I mentioned to my writing mentor that my manuscript was missing something, she suggested incorporating character…

5 reasons to finally start living your dream life now — G’day, my fellow procrastinators! Today, I’m here to give you a swift kick in the bum and inspire you to stop putting off that thing you always wanted to do. …

Why chasing perfection is like chasing your own tail — As someone who has struggled with perfectionism for as long as I can remember, I’ve been striving for the impossible for a long time. And let me tell you, it’s exhausting. Perfectionism sabotages your way of thinking and prevents you from enjoying the simple pleasures in life. …

How to stay motivated and finally write that bestselling novel you’ve been dreaming of — Writing a novel can be an incredibly rewarding experience. It allows you to explore your creativity, develop characters and storylines, and bring your ideas to life. However, it can also be a daunting task, particularly when you have multiple unfinished drafts waiting for your attention. If you’re struggling to find…

Exploring the Psychology of Writing Creatively — Writing is tough. Whether you’re a seasoned writer or a newbie who’s just started on their writing journey, it can feel like trying to squeeze blood from a stone. …

Family comes first… right? — As a mother of three young kids, I know firsthand how challenging it can be to find time to write. Between the endless demands of parenting and the need to provide for our families, it can be tempting to put our writing dreams on hold. But as I’ve learned over…

Remember when it was easy as I Seek You? — I still remember the days when the sound of a dial-up modem was music to my ears, and waiting for a webpage to load was a test of patience and willpower. Those were simpler times, when the Internet was like a playground for curious minds. But now that I’m in…

Remember Dory’s mantra, “Just keep swimming,” and you will be fine — Last week I decided I wanted to learn Italian. It’s something I’ve been wanting to do for a long time. I’ve actually had a go at learning Italian in the past, but life got too busy and I quit. Well, surprise, surprise. I quit again. The funny thing is, I…