Today’s topic is about self editing your written piece. Editing is s crucial stage in the writing process because while you may think your written piece is absolutely magnificent, it may be riddled with spelling and grammar errors you were unaware of. Don’t get us wrong, while editing is crucial, its actually quite a challenge […]
It’s day 15 young writers! We’re halfway through June, so now would be a good time to touch base with your NYWM writing goals. Are you up to date with your goals? If you’ve managed to keep a consistent diary entry, have a read back and see what kind of progress you have made. Plenty […]
Should interns be paid? That is an age old question when it comes to internships, considering that 99% of them are practically unpaid and free labour. We know that internships are important because they help you develop your skills and establish industry contacts, but considering that the tasks you do are similar to that of […]
In previous posts we’ve talked about alleviating writers block. This post is slightly similar, only this time we’re going to discuss how not to get distracted while writing. Let’s be honest, there are a multitude of things that can distract us from our writing goals – unexpected events to attend, laziness, YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr…the […]
Name: Verity Johnson Age: 19 State: Victoria What is your NYWM goal? To learn how to publish and promote my writing in my new country! What kind of writing do you do? Journalism, opinion pieces, features What inspires or motivates you to write and reach your goals? The idea that my writing might be […]
We know we’ve neglected all the aspiring journalists for a while now, but fret no more! Today’s post is about journalism and resources to help you fulfill your journalistic goals. The great thing about journalism is that there are plenty of categories to choose – feature writing, investigative journalism, interviewer, reviewer…the list can go on […]
Today’s post is going to be about networking and putting yourself out there. This applies to every kind of writer – whether you’re a journalist, an emerging author or a wannabe professional film critic. As writers, we all love to see our byline or name in print, especially when it’s accompanied by a piece that […]
Don’t you just hate it when you’ve finished a writing piece, but have absolutely no idea what to name it? It’s a common obstacle faced by many writers, and one of the most difficult ones to overcome. So today we’re going to give you a helping hand, by giving you advice on how to title […]
There has been a lot of focus on novel writing lately, so we thought we’d change it up by giving a shout out to all the blossoming poets out there. With that said, today we will be talking about how to edit your poetry piece. But before we go on, if you’re unsure whether or […]
The first week of National Young Writer’s Month is almost complete, and we thought it might be a good idea to touch base with your NWYM writing goals. So sit back, relax, and let your brain do all the talking. Here are some hints and tips to get you going on your reflective process, and […]
