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No matter where you are on your creative writing journey, we can help you build your knowledge and grow your creativity. Updated weekly, our blog will inspire and support you with tips & tricks and useful resources.
5 Books To Inspire You To Keep Going
Getting those words down on paper isn’t always easy.
Sometimes this means we need to take a break. But more often than not, a little dose of inspiration can be just the thing to push us forward. And the best place to find this inspiration? Books, of course. That’s why here at Derbyshire Writing School, we’ve put together a list of five amazing books to inspire you to keep going.
How You Can Easily Self-publish Your Own Book With Style Today
Self-publishing is the process of creating a book and taking it to market – without the use of a traditional publisher or publishing house.
This means taking your book and turning it into a format that can be printed (a paperback or hardback book) or read on an e-reader (such as a Kindle). Self-publishing takes a lot of work, but it doesn’t have to feel hard, it can be fun and professional.
9 Creative Questions To Inspire You To Write About Your Life
Life writing is the act of putting your life on the page.
These can be thoughts, ideas, or stories. It can be your most treasured memories, your happiest of days, or reflections on dark experiences. There is no right or wrong way to write about your life. It’s personal. It’s your story and you get to tell it your way.
The Best Bookshop Treasure Hunt Every Derbyshire Reader Needs
Is there anything quite as exciting as a good treasure hunt?
We can let you into a secret, there are many treasures to be found scattered around Derbyshire. Especially for avid readers and writers searching for their next favourite book.
Join us as we take you on a treasure hunt full of independent bookshops, and cafes to help you find your treasure and the perfect places to devour the new book that you’ve discovered on your trip through Derbyshire.