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.
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Prose, poetry and blues
in News & views
How attending a prose and poetry evening caused me to make a few changes in my life.
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Books 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.
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Prize 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.
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The London Book Fair 2018: the first day. Photo by Terry Freedman
The London Book Fair 2018: initial thoughts
in Events, News & views
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.
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The horror of hitting 'Publish'
The moment that every wordsmith dreads...
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New 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.
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The London Book Fair -- photo by Terry Freedman
The London Book Fair 2018 Seminar Programme
in Bookshelf, Events, News & views
The London Book Fair website now has seminar listings in place. This article lists my top 11 sessions so far.
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London Book Fair, by Terry Freedman
Book 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.
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No way to treat freelancers
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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.
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Published at last!
I recently tried my hand at a completely different form of writing. So what did I learn from the experience?
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Can 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.
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More 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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The default screen on Joe Coleman's site.
The hard sell
It's always difficult to get the balance right between hard sell and soft sell. Joe Coleman's website allows you to choose your own level of (dis)comfort!
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Don't lose your work!
National Backup Day
in News & views
A fifth of Americans never make a backup apparently, according to a recent survey.
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Comprehensive data on your Kindle book sales
A quick look at Book Report
Here's a handy tool for analysing your Kindle ebook sales.
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High Street Kensington: more than just a station. Come out of the station, turn left, and it's a nice walk or short bus ride to Olympia, where #LBF17 was held. Photo by Terry Freedman 2017
London Book Fair 2017 Bulletin #3
What I learnt on the last day of the London Book Fair 2017.
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The London Book Fair 2017 Photo by Terry Freedman
London Book Fair 2017 Bulletin #2: Nothing is ever wasted
Imagine ditching 20,000 words of your novel! Insights from Rosanna Ley, Cally Taylor, Gabriel Mercer, Jessica Bell and others.
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