by sharon zink | May 4, 2017 | emotion, inspiration, productivity, The Book Diner Interviews, writing craft, writing tips
This week’s Book Diner interviewee is the wonderful Bonnie Dodge. Bonnie is a veteran writer, with a stack of books under her belt. I first became aware of her work since I am friends with her author son, Trevor Dodge, who I interviewed recently. Literary talent...
by sharon zink | Apr 25, 2017 | articles, emotion, inspiration, resilience, writing tips
Humans are hardwired for connection and it’s how we thrive – so how do we balance that very basic need for community with the lone wolf nature of our writing lives? For one thing, we can reach out to others, including our fellow authors who understand...
by sharon zink | Apr 20, 2017 | inspiration, productivity, The Book Diner Interviews, writing craft, writing tips
This week, The Book Diner features an excellent interview with Elizabeth Baines which took place in 2014. I was fortunate to meet when Elizabeth when Unthology 5 was launched alongside Welcome to Sharonville by Unthank Books in Norwich back in June. Elizabeth is a...
by sharon zink | Apr 17, 2017 | inspiration, productivity, resources, writing craft, writing tips
I have a mug with this quote from the magnificent author of Wild, Cheryl Strayed – it’s drawn from one of her columns writing as ‘Sugar’ for The Rumpus which totally blew my head off when I first encountered it! Cheryl’s letter stands out...
by sharon zink | Apr 6, 2017 | The Book Diner Interviews, writing tips
Today’s interviewee is the lovely Jane Lythell. I got to know Jane due to us both being part of Brighton’s Beach Hut Writers. We’ve done some literary events together, including a rainy day spent in a local park, where I saw Jane’s charm and...
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