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Poetry
5 of the best books on writing poetry
Whether you're ready to start writing poetry or looking to spruce up your current practice, here are 5 books to help you on your writing poetry journey.
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Writing
How to use rhythm in writing
Using rhythm in your writing can make such an impact – whatever your preferred genre. Read on to learn more.
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Poetry
A guide to different poetry techniques
What makes a poem a poem? What sets verse apart from prose? The answer lies in the use of poetry techniques. Let's take a look at a few of the most popular.
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Music
What is a metronome?
Take a look at how you can use this musical tool to make you a better musician.
Take a look at how you can use this musical tool to make you a better musician.
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Poetry
What is dark poetry
Plenty of poets have been enchanted by dark poetry, but what is it? And how do you write in the style of a dark poet? Take a look at this useful guide.
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Writing
A guide to comic book styles
There are plenty of comic books out there to suit every reader and every type of writer. Ready to find yours? Take a look at this useful guide.
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Writing
How to structure your comic book story
You might have a fantastic story idea and amazing characters in mind, but how will you bring them to life? Take a look at this guide on how to structure your comic book story.
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Food and Drink
What wine goes with lamb?
From chops to tagines, discover which wine to pair with your next lamb dish.
From chops to tagines, discover which wine to pair with your next lamb dish.
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Writing
What is assonance?
Take a look at how this clever little literary device can draw readers in and help to bring your words to life.
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Food and Drink
Richard Bertinet's Buckwheat Blinis with Smoked Salmon recipe
Start the day in the right way with this delicious recipe from Richard Bertinet
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Writing
23 creative writing prompts
Whether you’re already writing a novel and are struggling to write a particular scene, or you want to write a short story but don’t know where to start, creative writing prompts are a great tool to have in your back pocket.
Free Wine Tasting Notes Template
Hold your own wine tasting evening with friends, with this guidance of this free wine tasting notes template.
Free Download: Character Bio Template
Every aspiring writer needs a good character bio template. Create three-dimensional, authentic characters to build your stories around.
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