Building a writing routine that actually sticks can feel overwhelming, but a few small changes can make all the difference. In our latest blog, we explore nine simple, practical strategies to help you stay consistent and productive.
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Pitching work to literary agents can feel overwhelming, and complicated. In this month's blog we share our top tips on how to pitch to a literary agent, whilst preserving your sense of sanity and wellbeing.
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1. Identify Your Needs
- Understand the different types of editing (substantive, manuscript assessment, copy-editing, proofreading) to find the right match for you and your work.
2. Evaluate Editors
- Check bios, reviews, transparency, credentials, and ensure they specialise in your chosen genre.
3. Optimise Your Editing Experience
- Clearly communicate your goals, be patient with the process, and remain open to constructive feedback.
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Focus on your active projects and be honest about which ones are dormant or need to be let go. Clearing mental space increases your chances of finishing your projects.
Understand the Project’s Aims
Identify the purpose and goals of your project to measure success.
Knowing why you're working on it helps you stay motivated and focused.
Prepare (But Not Too Much)
Set specific, timed, and realistic goals for your project.
Create a flexible road-map instead of an overly detailed plan.
Switch creative approaches if you get stuck, like doodling around challenges.
The #TLCBlog has had a revamp!
Every month we share practical tips and insights. For 2024, our focus is on how best to support you to BE A WRITER. We also have a special editing series coming up later this year. Here are our 2024 'how to' blogs for writers so far 🧵
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In our blog for this month read about how a simple hello turned into a powerful writing partnership! And why you should say yes to a writing buddy. Written by former journalist and award-winning writer Alice Fowler.
Read here: literaryconsultancy.co.uk/20…#TLCBlog#WritingBuddy
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In our blog for this month read about how a simple hello turned into a powerful writing partnership! And why you should say yes to a writing buddy. Written by former journalist and award-winning writer Alice Fowler.
Read here: literaryconsultancy.co.uk/20…#TLCBlog#WritingBuddy
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'I’ve come to think that that staying power, persistence, is far more important still: that this is where the real work of poetry is done.'
Our first #TLCBlog of 2022 is from @TomCook24 on poetry and the two poets who have inspired and shaped his craft.
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'I’ve come to think that that staying power, persistence, is far more important still: that this is where the real work of poetry is done.'
Our first #TLCBlog of 2022 is from @TomCook24 on poetry and the two poets who have inspired and shaped his craft.
literaryconsultancy.co.uk/20…
Ever wondered what the difference between a copy-edit and a proofread is? It's a common question - so here's experienced Editor Ian Howe in a throwback #TLCBlog to clear things up and give you some advice!
literaryconsultancy.co.uk/20…
Have you read this month's #TLCBlog from TLC Mentor and novelist @AshleyJStokes? Ashley wrote for us back in 2018 on how he had decided to abandon a book project. He now returns to the blog, as he celebrates the launch of his novel 'Gigantic'. #amwritingliteraryconsultancy.co.uk/20…