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The pros and cons of using AI to write your content
AI is fast, accessible, and efficient — saving time and money. But is using AI really the most effective way to create meaningful copy for your business? Discover the pros and cons of using AI to create your content.
Need an innovative Learning Designer? Let’s chat …
Do you need a learning designer who creates engaging online and print experiences that drive real change? Not a problem! I develop targeted, compelling learning that sticks. Read on to find out how …
How to Write Smarter, Not Harder
Great writing is a cornerstone of effective communication for any business | Learn how to write smarter rather than harder to get the most out of your words.
Choosing an Editing or Proofreading Service
Want to improve your written work? A great editor and proofreader will banish misspelt words and wonky sentences and provide useful feedback — taking your writing to new heights! Read on to learn more …
The Power of Words: How a Small Business Copywriter Can Transform Your Brand
Powerful words can captivate, inspire, and persuade | Read on to find out how a small business copywriter can transform your brand!
Unlocking the power of SEO to boost your online visibility
Want to unlock the power of SEO to boost your online visibility and drive more organic traffic to your website? Read on to learn how …
An article: What is the International Baccalaureate, and is it right for my child?
I recently wrote a piece for ABC Education about the International Baccalaureate (IB). To learn more about the IB and if it’s a good fit for your child, read on!
Submit your work to a literary agent: a step-by-step guide
Are you after a literary agent to connect you with the right publishers? Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you create a compelling agent submission.
Submit your work to publishers: a step-by-step guide
Here’s a quick step-by-step guide to help you make sure you’ve covered all bases before submitting your manuscript to a publisher.
Real World Writing for Teens
Real World Writing for Teens is a fun, practical program designed to teach Year 10, 11 and 12 students how to write effectively for the workplace.
For the love of a short story…
I LOVE short stories. As an author and copywriter they offer the chance to stretch my creative wings. Saying this, I thought I’d publish one of my short stories here. I wrote The Desert in 2016. I hope you enjoy it!
How to make 2023 count, creatively!
Want to reach your creative goals in 2023? Here’s a few tips and tricks to make the process more manageable this year.
Feed your creativity this silly season!
Happy silly season! To help you stay in touch with your creativity this month, I’ve compiled a few writerly goodies just for you.
Cut out filter words (to make your copy sing)
Cutting out filter words helps you show rather than tell your reader what’s happening in a scene — immersing them in the story and the experience, rather than making them an observer of it.
Find a framework for YOUR story
Are the events in your story’s plot producing narrative tension and making the reader want to read on? | Try this narrative framework activity to test and improve your story’s mettle.
A story structure that works for you
Storytellers have used structures like the Hero’s Journey to shape stories for eons. These frameworks are best understood when represented visually. Take a look at this post to see how.