Poetry isn’t for everyone, but it is a key part of both the GCSE and A-level English Literature examinations. There a few ways that you can help your students revise poetry to give them the confidence they need to do their best in their exam: =>

During the GCSE English Literature exam, students will be required to write an essay comparing two different poems that are written about the same topic, for example two poems about love. In the first part, students will be asked to answer a question about one poem. In the next question they will be asked to answer a question about a second poem and compare that … =>

When working in a team, it is important that there is a strong working relationship amongst everyone in order to get the best results for the business. Internal bickering or poor relationships can have a direct impact on the company’s performance and absenteeism levels. Sometimes it doesn’t look like an area where companies want to spend money (as they don’t see the immediate financial benefit). … =>

Funeral services are a way for us to celebrate the lives of loved ones who have passed and pay our final respects to them. However, the cost of the services can oftentimes be a lot to bear, especially for those who may have no more than a modest budget to work with. After all, not many of us can afford to spend a small fortune … =>

The famous Doretha Brande was the earliest advocate of early morning writing. Decades later, Doretha’s concept is now regularly referred to as morning pages. If you have studied writing in any capacity after finishing school, you may well have come across this tip. =>

I have a love-hate relationship with NaNoWriMo. For those of you who are yet to discover it, NaNoWriMo stands for National Novel Writing Month. Taking place during November every year, participants are encouraged to aim for a total of 50,000 written words during the period. =>

Whilst writer’s retreats seem to be gaining in popularity over the past few years, I am yet to attend one! Each time I flick through my Twitter feed, I’m guaranteed to spot the pictures displayed from a writer friend or colleague or somebody in the profession who has just come back from a writing retreat. =>

With adult colouring fever recently sweeping the nation, I have loved coming across the hundreds of uniquely designed colouring books displayed prominently in all book stores. From Harry Potter to Lord of The Rings and unicorns to cats, it seems there is no end to this most relaxing trend! =>

A few years back, I was surprised to learn that one of my all-time favourite female writers, Jeanette Winterson, had agreed to take up a place as Professor of Creative Writing at The University of Manchester. Whilst it isn’t odd to discover a writer working at a university, after all they are indeed the experts, it was rather Jeanette’s choice of courses that I questioned … =>

One of the most inspiring and creative residency for writers must be the Amtrak Residency. This American train service operates a round trip through 500 of the country’s most wonderful destinations, and their writer’s residency allows all types of writers to apply for a free inclusive place aboard it every two years. =>