Designing New Courses

I am in the middle of designing a couple of new online writing courses. It is an exciting stage. I have a paper everywhere and notes written on every scrap. I have so many ideas but wanted to ask you what kinds of creative writing courses you are interested in taking. Would you prefer more creative courses to give your writing a kick start or courses introducing key aspects of writing? Would you prefer beginner or more advanced courses? What kind of course are you looking for right now? Your help will make sure that the new courses suit you. I would dearly love for you to email me with your thoughts or leave me a comment here. Thank you again for all your support so far.

On a Thursday

I am slowly getting back into the swing of things. September is turning out to be a busy month. The Handmade Writer e-course has started up again and it has been lovely meeting so many writers. Everyone is busy working on this week's writing project and from the ideas they have shared so far they are going to be fantastic.

There are some big changes going on behind-the-scenes at Bring Yourself. Big changes! I can't wait to show you what's coming up. It will probably all be ready in a couple of months. There is plenty of work to do first.

I am feeling ever so slightly overwhelmed by my own writing at the moment. I am re-writing, editing, re-structuring and ripping parts up and starting again. It is dis-orientating. So, I have given myself Thursdays. It is a luxury but on a Thursday I have the whole day to write, plan and think. I don't have to worry, I just have to do. I think it is going to be my favourite day of the week.

September

September is my favourite month. Autumn is on its way and soon I will be able to play in the falling leaves. I feel justified in buying new pens as I get into the back-to-school spirit. Oh, and it's my birthday too. That might be one of my favourite parts of the month.

Last weekend, I had a lovely birthday trip to Wales to stay in the most wonderful house. I walked most of the way up a windy mountain looking for a lake. I learned that I find it difficult to follow board game instructions. I ate freshly baked bread and chocolate brownies by the plateful. It was exactly what I needed.

Now, it's back to work, back to school, back home.

There are still a few places on the September Handmade Writer e-course. It's perfect if you want to spend your autumn writing.

Thirty-One

Did I ever tell you about Cafe Kino? I was involved with setting a dear little vegan co-operative cafe in Bristol. It's a place I love and my visit there today was a perfect way to end my August Break.

For The August Break.

Twenty-Seven

For The August Break.

Twenty-Six

For The August Break.

Twenty-Five

I'm back from a lovely break spent by the seaside. There was plenty of paddling in the sea, sandy toes, ice cream cones, beach huts, canoeing and long walks. Even though it rained most days, I indulged in a proper seaside holiday.

For The August Break.

The Handmade Writer E-Course is Back for Autumn

I am excited to announce that the Handmade Writer e-course is returning in the autumn for a third session. You can read what people have said about the course here.

This course has been designed to encourage you to take a craft-based approach to creative writing. You will examine the material of your everyday life and use it to inspire you to write pieces of fiction. You will join a community of fellow writers and I will give you feedback on every word you write. All the course information can be found here. If you have any questions just email me at amy@bringyourself.com

The e-course starts on Monday 20th September and runs for six weeks. Registration is open now and places are limited.

I have had so much fun running this course and am looking forward to meeting more wonderful writers in September.

Sixteenth

For The August Break.

Thirteenth

I found this wonderful book in the library today. The pages were soft and yellowing and it had that yummy old book smell. I love Dada.


For The August Break.

Twelfth

Can you tell that I've been in the library all week? I'm trying to catch up on work so I can spent next week playing in the sunshine. I am going away for a week and I can't wait. I am ready to leave the library behind.

For The August Break.

Eleventh

I spent the day in the library. When I found myself taking photographs of the ceiling I knew it was time to go home.

For The August Break.

Tenth

For The August Break

Ninth

If you are looking for me, this is where you'll find me.

For The August Break.

Sixth

For The August Break

Fifth

My poor little Dahlia is not looking too happy. I blame the slugs.


For The August Break.

Fourth

Third

2nd August

For August Break, I challenged myself to take pictures of the patterns that I saw around me. These are a few of my favourites. It is surprising how many patterns you can find in ordinary places. It really challenged me to look closer than usual.

The Beginning of August

This is what I want every day to be like.