Apr 9, 2012

H is for Help for Writers

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Writing is a solitary task, but you don't have to be alone. Sometimes we need help to motivate us, help with techniques and help with evaluating our work. Here are just few ways writers can get help:

  • Join your Writers Centre, I'm a member of QWC, they hold workshops, seminars and provide lots of services for its members.
  • Books, there are lots of books that offer help for writers, including this one: 

  • Writing courses, there are some online, or in person, through your writer's centre or educational centre (like TAFE or Uni). If you're looking for online courses, here's some I've tried and liked:
  • Blogs. I get the most help from other bloggers. So many offer help for writers, here's a couple of helpful posts:

13 comments:

  1. About JollyJillyApril 9, 2012 at 5:33 AM

    I think they are good tips. I would love to write a book and they do say we all have one in us. I hope thats true lol
    Now following and would love it if you have time to visit me at my blog in the uk
    www.jollyjillys.blogspot.com

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  2. Alex J. CavanaughApril 9, 2012 at 5:55 AM

    Wish there was a Writers Centre here.
    I follow several authors who post excellent tips and resources, like Elizabeth Spann Craig and Anne R. Allen.

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  3. AnonymousApril 9, 2012 at 8:44 AM

    I find conferences, my critique group, beta readers, and blogs helpful. I'd like to read more writing books, though. I haven't read a resource book in ages.

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  4. AnonymousApril 9, 2012 at 10:00 AM

    Thank you for the links. I've checked a couple of them out already. Will check out the other ones.

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  5. Karen LangeApril 9, 2012 at 10:16 AM

    Good tips! Thanks for the links! :)

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  6. Myrna R.April 9, 2012 at 11:53 AM

    Your always so kind share valuable information. Thanks for this post.

    By the way, I read your book quite a few weeks ago. Haven't had the chance to tell you that I thought it was really good. I enjoyed it very much. Hope it sells a million copies. Too bad my grandson is too young still to appreciate it.

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  7. Lynda R Young as Elle CardyApril 9, 2012 at 5:05 PM

    I wish the NSW Writers' Centre was a little closer to where I live. It takes me an hour to get there, so I only go there for extra special events.

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  8. Denise Covey April 9, 2012 at 8:01 PM

    Hey Charmaine. Great post. Yes, the QWC is pretty great. I get a lot from bloggers and books. Thanks for your links.

    Denise

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  9. RHYTHM AND RHYMEApril 9, 2012 at 9:23 PM

    Most helpful H post.
    Enjoyed reading,

    Thanks for the visit and joining my happy band of followers, you are most welcomed and it is most appreciated.
    Yvonne.

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  10. Youmna09April 9, 2012 at 9:28 PM

    Thanks for helping ...those links were helpful

    Stay blessed :)

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  11. UnknownApril 9, 2012 at 9:44 PM

    I daily get inspiration from other writers - grateful for a community of bloggers where we can share our craft

    Nice to meet you
    my blog link
    Happy A to Z

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  12. AnonymousApril 10, 2012 at 12:23 AM

    Bloggers have such excellent help on writing. ANd its free and at our fingertips. I have a few I follow too.

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  13. 4 LifeApril 10, 2012 at 8:56 AM

    I'll check out those links! Thanks so much!

    All writers need HELP - I always think of the Beatle's song Help! *grin*

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