by Charlie Fabre
Tag: writing
Fairies and Adventure: Is our Imagination in Hiding?
by Trina Read During our issue launch for Desire, I posed the question to our attendees: can you remember the first story you wrote as a child? There were a lot of answers which involved some kind of plagiarism of our favourite childhood stories but still lots of answers, including my own, which got me… Continue reading Fairies and Adventure: Is our Imagination in Hiding?
The Uphill Battle of the Second Draft
by Victoria Bromley Last year I came to the Swim blog to discuss all my woes, frustrations and newfound wisdom on novel writing while battling through my first draft. Now, one year on and with that initial draft complete, I have had some space from the project by putting it into a metaphorical drawer, as… Continue reading The Uphill Battle of the Second Draft
Reclaim: June Writing Prompt Responses
This month’s writing prompt was Reclaim. Here we showcase all the responses that were submitted. Reclaim prompt: Reclaim the language, take back what’s yours, use your voice. Let the grass grow through the cracks and wildflowers take over. Bring back the beauty inside of you. Let it overgrow and reshape the landscape. Don’t be afraid… Continue reading Reclaim: June Writing Prompt Responses
Penelope Featherington’s Reading List
by Trina Read We put together a list of books with think would be on Lady Whistledown’s reading list. If you’re like me, you’ll be eagerly awaiting, or should I say yearning for, the arrival of part two of Bridgerton season 3 on Netflix this coming week. If you wanted to distract yourself from the… Continue reading Penelope Featherington’s Reading List
Rebirth: May Prompt Responses
This month’s writing prompt was Rebirth. Here we showcase all the responses that were submitted. Rebirth prompt: Seeking clarity or something shiny and new? Spring has sprung and with it comes growth. You can use this season for rebirth, to transform yourself into something new, to make changes where they are needed, and weed out… Continue reading Rebirth: May Prompt Responses
Fossils: March Writing Prompt Responses
This month’s writing prompt was Fossils. Here we showcase all the responses that were submitted. Fossils prompt: All things dusty and all things unearthed, fossils hold many histories untold. Clues in the grooves and the areas they’re found in, what can you infer? Some are bones, others are jewels, but they all tell stories. Tell… Continue reading Fossils: March Writing Prompt Responses
saying hello, i’m here, can you see me?
by Victoria Bromley A sample submission for our upcoming issue 06 Desire. i am sensitive and cruel, the victim and the inflictor of pain onto the ones i love because i like to test them, no i need to test them, so that even that edge of myself that i hate most is still loved… Continue reading saying hello, i’m here, can you see me?
An interview with romance writer Lia Louis
by Trina Read It’s that season; love is in the air, whether romantic or platonic, and what better way to embrace it than to tuck into a romance novel, or perhaps try your own hand at writing romance? We were lucky enough to get the chance to pick at the brain of international bestselling author… Continue reading An interview with romance writer Lia Louis
Bubbles: January Writing Prompt Responses
This month’s writing prompt was Bubbles. Here we showcase all the responses that were submitted. Bubbles prompt: The pop of champagne welcomes a new year which fizzes in flutes and bubbles to the top. Children blow bubbles with iridescent hues until the delicate membrane pops. It’s a party, it’s a celebration! Bubbles fill the sky, so pretty and… Continue reading Bubbles: January Writing Prompt Responses
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