https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2026/04/03/hopes-in-writing/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/screenshot-2026-04-03-at-09-46-23-hopes-in-writing-chandlers-ford-today-2.pngScreenshot 2026-04-03 at 09-46-23 Hopes in Writing - Chandler's Ford Todayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/your-characters-should-have-reasons-to-be-as-they-are-which-are-understandable-based-on-what-you-know-of-them-but-you-dont-have-to-agree-with-them.jpgYour characters should have reasons to be as they are which are understandable based on what you know of them but you don't have to agree with themhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/what-would-your-characters-hope-for-and-why.jpgWhat would your characters hope for and whyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/your-characters-need-achievable-hopes-otherwise-youre-setting-them-up-to-fail-and-readers-will-spot-that.jpgYour characters need achievable hopes otherwise you're setting them up to fail and readers will spot thathttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/we-need-to-care-about-the-characters-we-read.jpgWe need to care about the characters we readhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/what-questions-bother-your-characters-and-why-another-hook-and-a-great-theme-potential-too.jpgWhat questions bother your characters and why - another hook and a great theme potential toohttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/the-writing-journey-isnt-always-pretty-and-rejections-happen-to-all-but-persistence-and-learning-your-craft-takes-time.jpgThe writing journey isn't always pretty and rejections happen to all but persistence and learning your craft takes timehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/understanding-what-makes-your-characters-tick.jpgUnderstanding what makes your characters tickhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/the-lord-of-the-rings-has-a-classic-ending-because-it-answers-the-premise-of-the-tale.jpgThe Lord of the Rings has a classic ending because it answers the premise of the talehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/the-most-famous-fictional-journey-thanks-to-the-lord-of-the-rings.jpgThe most famous fictional journey thanks to The Lord of the Rings2026-04-03T19:09:49+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2026/03/31/hope-springs-eternal-and-characters/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/screenshot-2026-03-29-at-16-17-32-substack.pngScreenshot 2026-03-29 at 16-17-32 Substackhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/screenshot-2026-03-07-at-09-34-34-writing-fiction-the-joys-of-making-it-all-up-2.pngScreenshot 2026-03-07 at 09-34-34 Writing Fiction - The Joys of Making It All Uphttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/screenshot-2026-03-28-at-20-01-10-allison-symess-blog-characters-acrostic-march-28-2026-13-00-goodreads.pngScreenshot 2026-03-28 at 20-01-10 Allison Symes's Blog - Characters Acrostic - March 28 2026 13 00 Goodreadshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/march-2026-easter-often-falls-in-march-but-not-in-2026-and-is-the-definition-of-hope-springs-eternal.jpgMARCH 2026 - Easter often falls in March but not in 2026 and is the definition of Hope Springs Eternalhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/march-2026-i-always-see-march-as-a-hopeful-month-with-lighter-evenings-and-more-signs-of-spring.jpgMARCH 2026 - I always see March as a hopeful month with lighter evenings and more signs of springhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/march-2026-you-dont-have-to-go-it-alone-as-a-writer-the-writing-community-is-so-supportive-and-is-at-its-best-when-it-is-a-two-way-street.jpgMARCH 2026 - You don't have to go it alone as a writer, the writing community is so supportive and is at its best when it is a two way streethttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/march-2026-we-need-the-support-of-other-writers-as-the-writing-journey-can-be-tough-and-this-is-why-acw-is-so-important.jpgMARCH 2026 - We need the support of other writers as the writing journey can be tough and this is why ACW is so importanthttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/march-2026-rejections-and-setbacks-happen-to-all-writers-but-it-does-help-to-know-youre-not-alone-here.jpgMARCH 2026 - Rejections and setbacks happen to all writers but it does help to know you're not alone herehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/march-2026-encouragement-and-support-go-a-long-way-for-writers.jpgMARCH 2026 - Encouragement and support go a long way for writershttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/march-2026-i-reach-a-significant-birthday-in-march-2026-but-also-recall-my-thirty-year-writing-anniversary-this-year.jpgMARCH 2026 - I reach a significant birthday in March 2026 but also recall my thirty year writing anniversary this year2026-03-31T20:01:30+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2026/03/27/templates/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/screenshot-2026-03-15-at-16-32-59-substack-1.pngScreenshot 2026-03-15 at 16-32-59 Substackhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/screenshot-2026-03-22-at-17-19-43-allison-symes-writer-40allisonsymeswriter1-its-sunday-afternoon-and-time-for-a-flash-story-from-me.-this-one-has-resonance-given-i-turn-60-today-and-i-o.pngScreenshot 2026-03-22 at 17-19-43 Allison Symes Writer (@allisonsymeswriter1) It’s Sunday afternoon and time for a flash story from me. This one has resonance given I turn 60 today and I own a dog! Hope you enjoy this one. 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Hannah Katehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/wendy-h-jones-author-shot.jpgWendy H Jones author shothttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/the-best-historical-fiction-enlightens-while-the-best-non-fiction-educates-and-i-love-both.jpgThe best historical fiction enlightens while the best non-fiction educates and I love bothhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/stories-can-encourage-empathy.-we-understand-the-characters.jpgStories can encourage empathy. We understand the charactershttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/sheenamacleod.pngSheenaMacLeodhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/second-tour-poster-for-a-right-cozy-historical-crime.jpg.pngSecond Tour Poster for A Right Cozy Historical Crime.jpghttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/sd-lawrence.jpgSD Lawrencehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/readers-of-historical-fiction-want-to-be-transported-into-other-eras.jpgReaders of historical fiction want to be transported into other eras2026-03-06T19:59:50+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2026/03/03/where-do-you-read/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/screenshot-2026-02-28-at-17-51-04-allison-symess-blog-where-do-you-read-february-28-2026-09-49-goodreads.pngScreenshot 2026-02-28 at 17-51-04 Allison Symes's Blog - Where Do You Read - February 28 2026 09 49 Goodreadshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/screenshot-2026-03-01-at-15-18-28-allison-symes-march-2026-newsletter-sixty-tips.pngScreenshot 2026-03-01 at 15-18-28 Allison Symes March 2026 Newsletter - Sixty Tipshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/screenshot-2026-03-01-at-17-16-13-allison-symes-writer-40allisonsymeswriter1-i-thought-id-start-sharing-some-flash-fiction-pieces-of-mine-here.-here-is-one-i-wrote-a-couple-of-weeks-ago..pngScreenshot 2026-03-01 at 17-16-13 Allison Symes Writer (@allisonsymeswriter1) I thought I’d start sharing some flash fiction pieces of mine here. Here is one I wrote a couple of weeks ago. Hope you enjoy If Only. 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Lady - 1Lady, the border collie cross (flat coat retriever and chiahuahua, yes really, the inquisitive and loveable! 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Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/someone-else-doesnt-mind-taking-a-breather-by-the-flowers.jpgSomeone else doesn't mind taking a breather by the flowers!Lady enjoying a breather. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/love-the-yellow-and-purple-combinations-this-year.jpgLove the yellow and purple combinations this year!https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/love-the-way-this-area-is-jam-packed-with-beautiful-flowers.jpgLove the way this area is jam packed with beautiful flowersSuch a riot of colour. 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(Literally dog Latin on my part!!)2020-07-07T20:31:22+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2020/07/03/word-games/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/would-get-a-few-runs-here-for-pub-cricket.jpgWould get a few runs here for Pub Crickethttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/what-a-blessing-modern-printers-are-now-when-compared-with-the-old-gestetner-reproduction-machines.pngWhat a blessing modern printers are now when compared with the old Gestetner reproduction machineshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/this-is-similar-to-the-word-square-game-i-had-as-a-child-though-one-tile-was-removed-so-you-could-move-the-others-about-to-form-words.jpgThis is similar to the word square game I had as a child though one tile was removed so you could move the others about to form wordshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/scrabble.jpgScrabblehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/no-limbs-here-so-would-count-as-a-wicket-lost-in-pub-cricket.jpgNo limbs here so would count as a wicket lost in Pub Crickethttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/i-prefer-quick-crosswords.jpgI prefer quick crosswordshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/i-believe-playing-with-words-encourages-creativity-for-writers.jpgI believe playing with words encourages creativity for writershttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/i-admit-i-havent-played-cards-on-my-smartphone-like-this.jpgI admit I haven't played cards on my smartphone like thishttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/feature-image-book-games-1.jpgFeature Image - Book Gameshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/boggle.jpgBoggle2020-07-03T20:00:33+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2020/06/30/interviews-and-good-stories/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/interviews-what-would-you-want-to-get-across-in-an-interview.jpgINTERVIEWS - What would you want to get across in an interviewhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/interviews-you-could-ask-this-of-your-character-but-also-of-yourself.jpgINTERVIEWS - You could ask this of your character but also of yourselfhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/interviews-what-is-it-about-your-stories-we-as-readers-absolutely-have-to-know-about.jpgINTERVIEWS - What is it about your stories we as readers absolutely have to know abouthttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/interviews-which-of-these-reflects-how-you-feel-about-talking-about-your-writing-.jpgINTERVIEWS - Which of these reflects how you feel about talking about your writinghttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/interviews-can-you-use-your-interview-to-encourage-or-reassure-other-writers.jpgINTERVIEWS - Can you use your interview to encourage or reassure other writershttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/interviews-good-advice-but-you-may-well-prefer-a-computer.jpgINTERVIEWS - Good advice but you may well prefer a computer2020-06-30T20:38:42+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2020/06/26/non-fiction-journey-and-author-interviews/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screenshot_2020-06-26-allison-symes-linkedin.pngScreenshot_2020-06-26 Allison Symes LinkedInhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/writers-often-change-direction-in-the-course-of-their-careers-sometimes-permanently-sometimes-not.-pixabay.jpgWriters often change direction in the course of their careers, sometimes permanently, sometimes not. Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/val-penny-2-1.jpgVal Penny 2 (1)Many thanks to Val Penny for hosting me on her blog. Image kindly supplied by Val Penny.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/time-for-reflection-at-swanwick.jpgTime for reflection at SwanwickSo peaceful by the water at Swanwick. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/this-should-cover-most-writers-pixabay.pngThis should cover most writers - Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/the-hayes.jpgThe HayesFrom the back at The Hayes. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/the-front-of-the-hayes-where-swanwick-is-held.jpgThe front of The Hayes where Swanwick is heldThe front of The Hayes. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/says-it-all-really.-pixabay.jpgSays it all really. Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/plenty-of-wildlife-to-spot-in-and-around-the-swanwick-lakes.jpgPlenty of wildlife to spot in and around the Swanwick lakesTime to reflect! Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/one-of-my-favourite-swanwick-grounds-pics.jpgOne of my favourite Swanwick grounds picsOne of my favourite spots at Swanwick. Image by Allison Symes2020-06-26T20:23:37+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2020/06/23/learning-from-stories-and-characters/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/lets-get-published.jpgLet's Get Published2020-06-23T20:25:52+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2020/06/19/looking-back-and-trailers-videos/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/while-nothing-can-beat-meaning-fellow-writers-in-person-going-online-was-a-good-move-for-the-waf.jpgWhile nothing can beat meaning fellow writers in person, going online was a good move for the WAFhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/were-all-looking-forward-to-book-fairs-and-such-like-again.jpgWe're all looking forward to book fairs and such like againhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/video-conferencing-makes-it-still-possible-to-have-some-writing-events.jpgVideo conferencing makes it still possible to have some writing eventshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/transforming-communities-small.jpgTransforming Communities Smallhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/transforming-communities-medium.jpgTransforming Communities Mediumhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/transforming-communities-full-1.jpgTransforming Communities FullMy winning story Books and the Barbarians is in here.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/the-waterloo-arts-festival-is-held-in-st-johns-church-opposite-waterloo-station.jpgThe Waterloo Arts Festival is held in St John's Church opposite Waterloo stationhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/there-is-much-to-be-said-for-blind-judging-in-writing-competitions.jpgThere is much to be said for blind judging in writing competitionshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/technology-has-made-it-possible-for-people-to-go-to-events-even-when-events-are-not-being-held-physically.jpgTechnology has made it possible for people to go to events even when events are not being held physicallyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/same-word-count-and-theme-15-different-writers-inspired-in-15-different-ways-the-ideas-were-flowing.jpgSame word count and theme - 15 different writers inspired in 15 different ways - the ideas were flowing2020-06-20T07:45:39+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2020/06/16/waterloo-arts-festival-online-and-story-news/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/transforming-communities-full.jpgTransforming Communities Fullhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/books-allison-second-selection-2019-1.pngBooks - Allison - second selection 2019Some of the books where I have had work published.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/allisons-books-2019-1.pngAllison's books 2019More of the books where I have had works published.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/magnetism-small-1.jpgMagnetism SmallI contributed to this. Image from Bridge House Publishinghttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/allison-symes-published-works-e1595963936539.jpgAllison Symes - Published WorksYours truly and some of my collected works! Image by Adrian Symes2020-06-16T20:45:38+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2020/06/12/genre-fiction/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/whitby-abbey-associated-with-dracula.jpgWhitby Abbey - associated with Draculahttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/this-may-be-what-people-associate-with-comic-books-but-there-is-far-more-to-them-than-this-and-they-still-need-good-storylines.pngThis may be what people associate with comic books but there is far more to them than this and they still need good storylineshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/there-are-some-classics-here.jpgThere are some classics herehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/the-range-of-comic-books-now-is-incredible.jpgThe range of comic books now is incrediblehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/the-great-detective.jpgThe great detectivehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/the-archetypal-image-of-the-western-the-cowboy-going-off-into-the-sunset.jpgThe archetypal image of the western - the cowboy going off into the sunsethttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/stories-told-from-the-viewpoint-of-alien-characters-have-a-big-appeal.jpgStories told from the viewpoint of alien characters have a big appealhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/stories-are-about-living-in-another-world-for-a-while-so-why-not-back-in-time.jpgStories are about living in another world for a while so why not back in timehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/stories-set-in-this-world-but-back-in-time-are-also-wonderful-pick-a-historical-time-frame-to-suit.jpgStories set in this world but back in time are also wonderful - pick a historical time frame to suithttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/science-fiction-and-fantasy-are-wonderfully-popular-forms.jpgScience fiction and fantasy are wonderfully popular forms2020-06-12T15:56:46+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2020/06/09/author-services-online-event-news/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/allison-symes-and-published-works-large-version.jpgAllison Symes and published works LARGE VERSIONYours truly. Image by Adrian Symes.2020-06-11T09:12:12+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2020/06/05/changing-direction/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/you-do-get-used-to-using-and-seeing-the-red-pen-on-your-work.jpgYou do get used to using and seeing the red pen on your workGill, Dawn and I will be talking about the writing life and working with a publisher on 26th September 2020 via Zoom. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/what-will-your-next-step-be-with-your-creative-work-1.jpgWhat will your next step be with your creative workhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/you-cannot-know-how-or-where-your-writing-journey-will-take-you-when-you-start-so-be-prepared-for-change-1.jpgYou cannot know how or where your writing journey will take you when you start so be prepared for changehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/what-will-be-your-right-writing-way-1.jpgWhat will be your right writing wayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/there-certainly-is-when-it-comes-to-a-writing-journey-the-secret-is-to-find-what-works-for-you.jpgThere certainly is when it comes to a writing journey - the secret is to find what works for youhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/the-willingness-to-learn-helps-turn-those-crosses-into-ticks-if-you-can-learn-from-mistakes-made.jpgThe willingness to learn helps turn those crosses into ticks if you can learn from mistakes madeWould bad proofreading put you off a story?https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/says-it-all-1.jpgSays it allhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/the-targets-you-set-when-you-first-start-writing-will-inevitably-change-as-you-develop-more.jpgThe targets you set when you first start writing will inevitably change as you develop morehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/one-of-the-things-i-love-about-writing-is-you-never-stop-learning-and-this-is-good-for-you.jpgOne of the things I love about writing is you never stop learning and this is good for youhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/just-because-you-see-a-lot-of-rejections-to-start-with-doesnt-mean-the-acceptances-will-never-come-hang-on-in-there.pngJust because you see a lot of rejections to start with doesn't mean the acceptances will never come, hang on in there2020-06-05T20:31:49+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2020/06/02/ups-and-downs/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/what-will-be-your-right-writing-way.jpgWhat will be your right writing wayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/you-cannot-know-how-or-where-your-writing-journey-will-take-you-when-you-start-so-be-prepared-for-change.jpgYou cannot know how or where your writing journey will take you when you start so be prepared for changehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/what-will-your-next-step-be-with-your-creative-work.jpgWhat will your next step be with your creative workhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/says-it-all.jpgSays it all2020-06-02T20:39:03+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2020/05/29/books-on-the-radio/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/character-resembling-outline-the-character-and-off-you-go-1.jpgCHARACTER RESEMBLING - outline the character and off you gohttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/character-resembling-just-what-is-your-story-then.jpgCHARACTER RESEMBLING - Just what is your story thenMine tonight is Sweet Dreams! Hope you enjoy,https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/character-resembling-what-characters-will-you-come-up-with.jpgCHARACTER RESEMBLING - what characters will you come up withhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/character-resembling-it-has-been-a-long-time-since-i-last-saw-one-of-these.jpgCHARACTER RESEMBLING - it has been a long time since I last saw one of thesehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/character-resembling-assemble-your-characters-assemble-their-world.jpgCHARACTER RESEMBLING - assemble your characters, assemble their worldhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/character-resembling-characters-no-matter-what-their-world-setting-should-resonate-with-readers.jpgCHARACTER RESEMBLING - characters no matter what their world setting should resonate with readershttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/magnetism-small.jpgMagnetism Smallhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/venice-5070964_640.jpgvenice-5070964_640https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/sound-studio-407216_640.jpgsound-studio-407216_640https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/rh-photo.jpgRH photo2020-05-29T20:46:10+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2020/05/26/competitions-reading-and-publication-news/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/its-amazing-what-you-can-find-between-the-covers-of-a-book-via-pixabay.jpgIt's amazing what you can find between the covers of a book via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/three-flash-fiction-writers-paula-readman-gail-aldwin-and-me-in-a-pub-before-a-festival-as-i-said-it-was-a-good-day.jpgThree flash fiction writers (Paula Readman, Gail Aldwin, and me) in a pub before a festival - as I said, it was a good dayPaula Readman, Gail Aldwin, and yours truly at a previous Bridge House event. Three happy flash fiction writers! Image taken on my phone by Ana Coelhohttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/happy-writers-at-the-waf-photo-taken-by-ana-coelho.jpgHappy writers at the WAF - photo taken by Ana CoelhoHappy Waterloo Arts Festival writers. Image by Ana Coelhohttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/what-worlds-will-you-discover-from-books-bought-at-the-hursley-park-book-fair-image-via-pixabay.jpgWhat worlds will you discover from books bought at the Hursley Park Book Fair - image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/my-laminated-book-cover-on-the-way-in-to-the-fair-1.jpgMy laminated book cover on the way in to the fair 1https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/i-thought-the-book-covers-and-bunting-worked-well-1.jpgI thought the book covers and bunting worked well 1https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/another-view-of-my-book-stand-1.jpgAnother view of my book stand-1My table at the Hursley Park Book Fair. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/i-read-a-few-of-my-flash-fiction-stories-and-am-pleased-they-go-down-well-image-by-dawn-kentish-knox.jpgI read a few of my flash fiction stories and am pleased they go down well - image by Dawn Kentish KnoxReading work aloud is always a joy. Image by Dawn Knoxhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/this-is-probably-going-to-be-my-favourite-pic-of-the-year-and-i-make-no-pretence-to-be-unbiased-pic-by-paula-readman.jpgThis is probably going to be my favourite pic of the year and I make no pretence to be unbiased - pic by Paula ReadmanVery happy Cafelit and BHP writers. Image by Paula Readmanhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/me-reading-from-fltdba-at-the-bridge-house-event-pic-by-dawn-kentish-knox.jpgMe reading from FLTDBA at the Bridge House event - pic by Dawn Kentish KnoxAt a previous Bridge House Publishing event. Image by Debz Brown2020-05-26T20:49:58+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2020/05/22/lockdown-effects-on-writing/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/one-of-lifes-great-pleasures-is-reading-just-before-sleeping-but-right-now-my-head-hits-the-pillow-and-away-i-go.jpgOne of life's great pleasures is reading just before sleeping but right now my head hits the pillow and away I gohttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/of-its-time-i-suspect-as-ive-never-held-a-book-like-that.jpgOf its time I suspect as I've never held a book like thathttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/normally-i-have-no-problems-being-lost-in-a-good-book-but-for-the-moment-that-mojo-seems-to-have-gone.jpgNormally I have no problems being lost in a good book but for the moment that mojo seems to have gonehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/networking-will-be-online-for-the-foreseeable-future-though-good-things-have-come-from-it.jpgNetworking will be online for the foreseeable future though good things have come from ithttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/it-may-be-unwritten-but-i-do-know-2020-definitely-needs-a-darned-good-edit-and-a-happy-ending.jpgIt may be unwritten but I do know 2020 definitely needs a darned good edit and a happy endinghttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/ive-had-no-problems-writing-though.jpgI've had no problems writing thoughhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/it-is-important-to-remember-this-though.jpgIt is important to remember this thoughhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/i-still-love-pictures-of-gorgeous-l-libraries-though.jpgI still love pictures of gorgeous l libraries thoughhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/i-hope-it-wont-be-long-before-i-happily-lose-myself-in-a-good-book-again.jpgI hope it won't be long before I happily lose myself in a good book againhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/home-working-is-not-a-problem-for-a-writer.jpgHome working is not a problem for a writer2020-05-25T08:14:23+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2020/05/19/radio-news-and-preparation/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/another-lovely-view.jpgAnother lovely viewhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/time-for-reflection-at-swanwick.jpgTime for reflection at SwanwickFrom Swanwick. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/the-front-of-the-hayes-where-swanwick-is-held.jpgThe front of The Hayes where Swanwick is heldThe Hayes where Swanwick is held. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/one-of-my-favourite-swanwick-grounds-pics.jpgOne of my favourite Swanwick grounds picsThe grounds are lovely at The Hayes. Will miss being there this year. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/a-lovely-place-to-sit-and-write-1.jpgA lovely place to sit and write-1A place for reflection at Swanwick. Image by Allison Symes2020-05-25T20:37:32+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2020/05/15/may-memories/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/what-i-think-of-as-my-golden-rain-plant.jpgWhat I think of as my golden rain plantMy favourite lilac lilac (!) and the glorious laburnum, both bloom wonderfully in May. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/the-smell-of-the-white-lilac-always-reminds-me-of-aniseed-and-i-was-fond-of-those-sweets-too.jpgThe smell of the white lilac always reminds me of aniseed and I was fond of those sweets tooThe white lilac smells like aniseed. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/the-laburnum.jpgThe laburnumWhat I consider my golden rain plant - the laburnum. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/saw-plenty-of-these-in-the-run-up-to-ve-day.jpgSaw plenty of these in the run up to VE Dayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/roses-remain-one-of-my-favourite-flowers.jpgRoses remain one of my favourite flowershttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/saw-plenty-of-different-colours-of-bunting-and-many-flags-represented-too-not-just-the-uk-one.jpgSaw plenty of different colours of bunting and many flags represented too, not just the UK onehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/one-lovely-aspect-to-may-is-the-continuing-blooming-of-the-flowers.jpgOne lovely aspect to May is the continuing blooming of the flowershttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/my-maternal-grandparents-wedding-party-the-back-wall-is-amongst-the-chiswick-house-gardens.jpgMy maternal grandparents' wedding party - the back wall is amongst the Chiswick House GardensMy grandmother was called May and was a whizz at canasta and memorable fruit cakes! Photo of photo by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/my-maternal-grandparents-on-their-wedding-day-may-and-walter-page.jpgMy maternal grandparents on their wedding day - May and Walter PageMy maternal grandparents in Chiswick House Grounds in the 1920s. Photo of photo taken by Allison Symes.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/my-hair-hasnt-quite-got-to-this-state-yet-but-is-well-on-its-way-to-it.jpgMy hair hasn't quite got to this state yet but is well on its way to it2020-05-15T20:41:15+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2020/05/12/reading-debts-and-colours/2020-05-12T20:39:45+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2020/05/08/zooming-around-and-cyberlaunch-tips/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/writers-need-to-decide-which-social-media-platforms-to-concentrate-on.jpgWriters need to decide which social media platforms to concentrate onhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/video-conferencing-has-taken-off-in-a-big-way-pixabay.jpgVideo conferencing has taken off in a big way - Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/there-is-more-computing-power-in-my-smartphone-now-than-there-was-in-the-huge-computers-i-used-to-use-pixabay.jpgThere is more computing power in my smartphone now than there was in the huge computers I used to use - Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/these-things-are-all-relevant-to-a-cyberlaunches-which-are-often-used-to-launch-a-book-at-a-discount-rate.jpgThese things are all relevant to a cyberlaunches which are often used to launch a book at a discount ratehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/the-little-boxes-here-remind-me-of-what-you-see-on-zoom.jpgThe little boxes here remind me of what you see on Zoomhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/the-best-place-for-balloons-probably-is-at-online-launches-only.jpgThe best place for balloons probably IS at online launches onlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/naturally-there-should-be-plenty-to-drink-at-your-online-event.jpgNaturally there should be plenty to drink at your online eventhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/online-shopping-is-nothing-new-now-but-cyberlaunches-are-a-great-way-for-people-to-buy-your-book-via-online-means.jpgOnline shopping is nothing new now but cyberlaunches are a great way for people to buy your book via online meanshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/images-like-this-help-set-an-online-party-atmosphere.jpgImages like this help set an online party atmospherehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/i-remember-computers-like-this-now-my-phone-is-more-powerful.jpgI remember computers like this, now my phone is more powerful2020-05-08T20:53:59+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2020/05/05/twists-plots-and-publication-news/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/character-resembling-outline-the-character-and-off-you-go.jpgCHARACTER RESEMBLING - outline the character and off you gohttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/summer-sounds-good-to-me-though-write-replaces-do-here.jpgSUMMER - sounds good to me though Write replaces Do herehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/summer-enjoying-what-you-write-is-crucial-pixabay.jpgSUMMER Enjoying what you write is crucial - Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/summer-use-your-downtime-to-inspire-future-writing-pixabay.jpgSUMMER - Use your downtime to inspire future writing - Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/appreciating-writing-i-also-appreciate-not-using-these-any-more-pixabay.jpgAPPRECIATING WRITING - I also appreciate NOT using these any more - Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/appreciating-writing-this-is-always-a-good-idea-onwards-and-upwards-pixabay.jpgAPPRECIATING WRITING - This is always a good idea - onwards and upwards - Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/appreciating-writing-i-dont-miss-carbon-paper-or-typewriter-erasers-either-pixabay.jpgAPPRECIATING WRITING - I don't miss carbon paper or typewriter erasers either - Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/appreciating-writing-inspire-entertain-inform-all-good-things-to-aim-for-with-our-writing-pixabay.jpgAPPRECIATING WRITING - Inspire, Entertain, Inform - all good things to aim for with our writing - Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/prioritising-have-you-ticked-off-all-on-your-lists-pixabay.jpgPRIORITISING - Have you ticked off all on your lists - Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/steps-writing-is-made-up-of-steps-pixabay-1.jpgSTEPS - Writing is made up of steps - Pixabay2020-05-05T20:51:51+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2020/05/01/what-writing-does-for-you/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/writing-does-what-aspect-of-creativity-sparks-your-imagination.jpgWRITING DOES - 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Guess who is still very much in character here!https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/the-cast.jpgThe CastImage by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/surpia-may-have-cause-to-regret-summoning-the-kraken-though-she-looks-pretty-pleased-about-it-now.jpgSurpia may have cause to regret summoning The Kraken though she looks pretty pleased about it nowhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/song-time-though-captain-capstan-on-the-left-looks-bemused-and-possibly-horrified-at-the-sight-of-florrie-flotsam.jpgSong time though Captain Capstan on the left looks bemused and possibly horrified at the sight of Florrie Flotsamhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/programme-cover-for-atlantis-the-panto-taken-by-allison-symes.jpgProgramme Cover for Atlantis the Panto taken by Allison Symes2020-01-31T21:49:17+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2020/01/28/playing-with-words-and-just-a-minute/2020-01-28T21:43:07+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2020/01/24/its-panto-time-oh-yes-it-is/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/time-away-in-the-great-outdoors-is-easier-to-do-outside-of-winter.jpgTime away in the great outdoors is easier to do outside of winter.jpghttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/time-flying-away-so-we-have-to-make-sure-we-spend-most-of-it-as-well-as-we-can.jpgTime flying away so we have to make sure we spend most of it as well as we can.jpghttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/getting-away-to-relish-the-wonderful-scottish-landscape-is-something-i-look-forward-to.jpgGetting away to relish the wonderful Scottish landscape is something I look forward to.jpghttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/time-away-here-would-be-lovely-i-think-2.jpgTime away here would be lovely I think-2.jpghttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/i-love-trees.jpgI love trees.jpghttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/getting-away-by-train-is-something-i-love.jpgGetting away by train is something I love.jpghttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/i-cant-play-it-but-listening-to-it-is-a-great-way-to-escape-for-a-while.jpgI can't play it but listening to it is a great way to escape for a while.jpghttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/some-people-really-go-like-to-get-away-from-it-all-when-they-have-time-away.jpgSome people really go like to get away from it all when they have time away.jpghttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/time-away-appreciating-nature-is-never-wasted.jpgTime away appreciating nature is never wasted.jpghttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/getting-out-into-my-garden-and-sometimes-visiting-others-is-a-great-way-to-have-time-away-from-it-all.jpgGetting out into my garden and sometimes visiting others is a great way to have time away from it all.jpg2020-01-24T22:21:09+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2020/01/21/trailers-tea-peppermint-and-time/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/books-on-display-at-the-framing-shop-in-hiltingbury.jpgBooks on display at The Framing Shop in HiltingburyBooks on display at The Framing Shop in Hiltingbury. Image by Allison Symes2020-01-21T21:43:21+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2020/01/17/numbers-into-writing-will-go/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/these-have-to-be-huge-of-course-but-by-sticking-to-publisher-guidelines-when-you-submit-work-you-are-fitting-in-with-their-production-templates.jpgThese have to be huge of course but by sticking to publisher guidelines when you submit work you are fitting in with their production templateshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/the-trouble-with-counting-words-manually-was-it-was-so-easy-to-lose-your-place-and-have-to-start-again.jpgThe trouble with counting words manually was it was so easy to lose your place and have to start againhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/there-was-a-strict-word-count-limit-here-and-i-stuck-to-it-of-course-image-supplied-by-gill-james-bridge-house-publishing.jpgThere was a strict word count limit here and I stuck to it of course - image supplied by Gill James, Bridge House Publishinghttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/the-traditional-printing-press.jpgThe traditional printing presshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/the-number-of-fonts-out-there-is-incredible.pngThe number of fonts out there is incrediblehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/the-first-things-i-note-for-writing-competitions-are-its-word-count-limits-and-deadline-for-submission-date-.jpgThe first things I note for writing competitions are its word count limits and deadline for submission datehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/showing-different-fonts-in-use-on-my-scrivener-draft-of-this-post.jpgShowing different fonts in use on my Scrivener draft of this posthttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/screenshot-as-i-start-typing-up-work.pngScreenshot as I start typing up workhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/publishers-set-submission-guidelines-on-font-and-size-to-help-keep-production-costs-down.jpgPublishers set submission guidelines on font and size to help keep production costs downhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/numbers-into-writing-will-go.jpgNumbers into Writing Will Go2020-01-17T21:30:54+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2020/01/14/stories-and-storms/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/there-is-a-dog-in-here-somewhere.jpgThere is a dog in here somewhereThere's a dog in here somewhere! 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Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/at-the-bridge-house-event-pic-by-dawn-kentish-knox.jpgAt the Bridge House event - pic by Dawn Kentish Knoxhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/this-is-probably-going-to-be-my-favourite-pic-of-the-year-and-i-make-no-pretence-to-be-unbiased-pic-by-paula-readman.jpgThis is probably going to be my favourite pic of the year and I make no pretence to be unbiased - pic by Paula ReadmanMy favourite pic of the year! Image by Paula Readmanhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/me-reading-from-fltdba-at-the-bridge-house-event-pic-by-dawn-kentish-knox.jpgMe reading from FLTDBA at the Bridge House event - pic by Dawn Kentish KnoxMany thanks to Dawn Kentish Knox for this image of me reading from FLTDBAhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/christmas-at-waterloo-station.jpgChristmas at Waterloo StationLoved the Christmas decorations at Waterloo. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/me-taking-a-picture-of-one-end-of-the-pre-event-lunch-table-while-hannah-ruth-retallick-took-a-snap-from-the-other-end.jpgMe taking a picture of one end of the pre-event lunch table while Hannah Ruth Retallick took a snap from the other endSome of the "gang" at the pre-event pub lunch, a lovely tradition! 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Image by Allison Symes.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/worth-having-a-look-at-the-old-railway-posters-as-many-are-lovely-works-of-art-in-their-own-right.jpgWorth having a look at the old railway posters as many are lovely works of art in their own righthttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/very-much-of-its-time-this-one.jpgVery much of its time this onehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/where-will-your-next-train-journey-take-you.jpgWhere will your next train journey take youhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/the-watercress-line-stations-are-always-beautifully-decorated-for-christmas.jpgThe Watercress Line stations are always beautifully decorated for Christmashttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/the-odd-looking-black-cloud-here-is-an-image-of-the-steam-coming-out-of-the-locomotive.jpgThe odd looking black cloud here is an image of the steam coming out of the locomotivehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/the-london-tube-map-is-recognised-as-a-work-of-art.jpgThe London Tube map is recognised as a work of arthttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/the-joy-of-steam-but-i-love-all-trains.jpgThe joy of steam but I love all trainshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/the-glenfinnian-viaduct-on-the-fort-william-to-mallaig-run.jpgThe Glenfinnian Viaduct on the Fort William to Mallaig runhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/snow-still-on-the-mountains-on-way-to-wick.jpgSnow still on the mountains - 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PixabayThe word husband comes from the old Norse for house owner.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/sometimes-needed-even-when-the-language-is-the-same.jpgSometimes needed even when the language is the sameWhere meanings are confused, this may be necessary.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/searching-for-the-right-meaning-possibly-pixabay.jpgSearching for the right meaning possibly - PixabaySearching for meaning maybe?https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/now-here-is-a-traffic-light-id-love-to-see-pixabay.pngNow here is a traffic light I'd love to see - PixabayHow I feel as I work my way through a draft to the finished story!https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/now-here-is-an-expert-on-nuts-pixabay.jpgNow here IS an expert on nuts - PixabayNow here is an expert on nuts!https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/meanings-are-everything-to-a-writer-pixabay.jpgMeanings are everything to a writer - PixabayNow this IS where you can find meaning...https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/lady-may-only-know-the-meaning-of-a-few-words-but-she-focuses-on-the-important-ones-like-dinner-time.jpgLady may only know the meaning of a few words but she focuses on the important ones like dinner timeMy Lady may only know the meaning of a few words but she does understand "dinner time"! Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/good-writing-should-encourage-thinking-do-you-agree-with-the-characters-choices-for-example-pixabay.jpgGood writing should encourage thinking - do you agree with the characters choices for example - PixabayAlways a good idea this!2019-10-25T20:38:19+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/10/22/the-writing-life-and-publication-news-2/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/legacies-equally-true-for-your-writing-but-id-say-looking-for-continued-improvement-is-a-good-goal-to-work-for-pixabay.jpgLEGACIES - Equally true for your writing but I'd say looking for continued improvement is a good goal to work for - Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/flash-i-would-hope-there-would-be-some-flash-fiction-collections-amongst-this-lot-pixabay.jpgFLASH - I would hope there would be some flash fiction collections amongst this lot - PixabayHeaven for a book lover. Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/allison-symes-and-published-works.jpgAllison Symes and published worksImage by Adrian Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/cafelit8-small.jpgperf5.500x8.500.inddI have two stories in this volume of excellent short fiction. https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/cafelit8-medium.jpgperf5.500x8.500.inddImage from Bridge House Publishinghttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/cafelit8-full.jpgperf5.500x8.500.inddThe Best of Cafelit 8 is now available in paperback and for the Kindle. Image kindly supplied by Gill James2019-10-22T20:29:17+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/10/18/what-books-mean-to-me-part-3/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/val-penny-1.jpgVal PennyVal Pennyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/wendyhjones2018-1.jpgWendyHJones2018Wendy H Joneshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/jim-head-shot-from-tom-2-1.jpgJim Head Shot From Tom 2Jim Bateshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/paula-r-c-readman-18-1.jpgPaula R C Readman 18Paula Readmanhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/gail-aldwin1-1.jpegGail Aldwin1Gail Aldwinhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/british-library-313197__480-1.jpgbritish-library-313197__480The British Libraryhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/feature-image-what-books-mean-to-me-part-3-1.jpgFeature Image - What Books Mean to Me - Part 3Such a gorgeous library!2019-10-18T20:37:57+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/10/15/the-writing-life-and-publication-news/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/20191010_114824.jpg20191010_114824From the top of the pike behind where I was staying in Northumberland. A magnificent view! Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/20191005_162704.jpg20191005_162704https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/20191008_142251.jpg20191008_142251Part of our walk along Hadrian's wall last week. Image by Allison Symes (taken at Steel Rigg)https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/20191007_145927.jpg20191007_145927https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/20191005_163231.jpg20191005_163231https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/20191005_162941.jpg20191005_162941https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/20191005_180323.jpg20191005_180323https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/20191005_162751.jpg20191005_162751https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/20191005_162653.jpg20191005_162653https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/20191006_124856.jpg20191006_1248562019-10-15T21:50:18+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/10/11/what-books-mean-to-me-part-2/2019-10-11T20:18:01+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/10/08/titles-themes-and-formats/2019-10-08T19:39:56+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/10/04/what-books-mean-to-me/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/wendyhjones2018.jpgWendyHJones2018Wendy H Jones. Image kindly supplied by her.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/well-i-guess-you-would-have-no-trouble-finding-plays-here-pixabay.jpgWell I guess you would have no trouble finding plays here - Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/val-pennys-gripping-crime-novels-are-set-in-edinburgh.jpgVal Penny's gripping crime novels are set in Edinburghhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/val-penny.jpgVal Pennyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/this-looks-lovely-but-for-me-the-best-place-to-read-is-in-bed-or-a-comfy-chair-at-home-pixabay.jpgThis looks lovely but for me the best place to read is in bed or a comfy chair at home - PixabayLovely library but my favourite spot for reading is either in bed or sitting in a comfy chair with drink to hand. Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/the-livraria-lello-3557551_640.jpgthe-livraria-lello-3557551_640This is lovely too!https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/the-perfect-way-to-end-a-day-with-a-good-book-pixabay.jpgThe perfect way to end a day - with a good book - PixabayFab end to a day I think. Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/the-string-games.jpgThe String Gameshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/the-little-library-idea-has-spread-im-glad-to-say-pixabay.jpgThe Little Library idea has spread I'm glad to say - PixabayGlad to see the Little Library idea is speading.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/the-best-books-take-you-right-into-their-world-its-a-painless-procedure.pngThe best books take you right into their world - it's a painless procedureBooks take you into other worlds.2019-10-04T21:03:29+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/10/01/flash-in-the-pan-meeting-targets-and-book-tokens/2019-10-01T20:43:08+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/09/27/put-three-words-together-and-questions-to-ask-your-characters/2019-09-27T20:25:20+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/09/24/a-busy-week-and-relishing-flash-fiction/2019-09-24T20:11:52+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/09/20/the-power-of-language/2019-09-20T20:44:23+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/09/17/writing-for-myself-and-perfect-days/2019-09-17T20:15:43+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/09/13/rules-that-need-to-exist/2025-02-12T09:14:06+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/09/10/plans-flash-fiction-and-guest-blog-posts/2019-09-10T20:16:35+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/09/06/is-it-a-good-idea-to-have-favourites/2019-09-06T20:52:25+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/09/03/my-writing-journey/2019-09-04T09:39:45+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/08/30/as-one-season-ends/2019-08-30T20:48:33+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/08/27/time-heat-and-random-generators/2019-08-27T20:12:43+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/08/23/back-to-earth-special-moments-for-writers-and-publication-news/2019-08-24T00:10:47+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/08/20/post-swanwick-and-reading-time/2019-08-20T20:31:09+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/08/16/swanwick-report-2-this-time-its-personal/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/20190812_134143-1.jpg20190812_134143https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/20190812_134125.jpg20190812_134125https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/20190812_133943.jpg20190812_133943https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/20190812_133937_hdr.jpg20190812_133937_HDRhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/20190812_133922-1.jpg20190812_133922One of my favourite places at The Hayes, Swanwick. https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/20190812_133751.jpg20190812_133751https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/20190812_133738_hdr-1.jpg20190812_133738_HDRhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/20190812_133734_hdr-1.jpg20190812_133734_HDRLook at that wonderful Swanwick lawn!https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/20190812_133708-1.jpg20190812_133708The gardens at The Hayes are lovely. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/20190812_133653.jpg20190812_1336532019-08-16T20:51:09+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/08/13/swanwick-report-1/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/20190812_133629.jpg20190812_133629.jpghttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/20190812_133708.jpg20190812_133708.jpghttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/20190812_133738_hdr.jpg20190812_133738_HDR.jpghttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/20190812_134143.jpg20190812_134143.jpghttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/20190812_134754.jpg20190812_134754.jpghttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/34889c89ed2c7f0164fbf25826dd9ac9.0.jpg34889c89ed2c7f0164fbf25826dd9ac9.0.jpgI'm reading at the 2019 Swanwick Writers' Summer School. Image kindly supplied by Penny Blackburn.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/20190812_133734_hdr.jpg20190812_133734_HDR.jpgLooking across the main lawn. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/20190812_133922.jpg20190812_133922.jpgThe Swanwick Arbour. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/20190812_134208.jpg20190812_134208.jpgReflections at Swanwick. Image by Allison Symes2019-08-13T22:20:59+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/08/09/making-space-and-variety/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/the-thames-really-does-look-like-a-snake-from-on-high-pixabay.jpgThe Thames really does look like a snake from on high - Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/the-malverns-were-a-favourite-space-for-elgar.jpgThe Malverns were a favourite space for Elgarhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/the-london-eye-looked-titchy-from-the-sky-gardens-pixabay.jpgThe London Eye looked titchy from the Sky Gardens - Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/the-london-buses-looked-like-dinky-models-from-the-sky-gardens-pixabay.jpgThe London buses looked like Dinky models from the Sky Gardens - Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/terry-pratchetts-magnificent-discworld-pixabay.jpgTerry Pratchett's magnificent Discworld - Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/part-2-dont-know-about-this-but-many-writers-have-to-fight-the-imposter-syndrome-pixabay.jpgPART 2 Don't know about this but many writers have to fight the imposter syndrome - Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/part-2-this-isnt-my-style-either-i-do-like-my-screen-clear-pixabay.jpgPART 2 - This isn't my style either - I do like my screen clear - Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/part-2-ive-found-planning-my-writing-out-means-i-get-writing-done-at-all-pixabay.jpgPART 2 - I've found planning my writing out means I get writing done at all - PixabayNothing like getting down to some writing... Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/part-2-my-writing-desk-isnt-as-neat-as-this-one-pixabay.jpgPART 2 - My writing desk isn't as neat as this one - PixabayTools of the trade. Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/part-2-good-writing-conferences-boost-writers-in-what-they-learn-but-also-in-mixing-with-other-writers-pixabay.jpgPART 2 - Good writing conferences boost writers in what they learn but also in mixing with other writers - Pixabay2019-08-09T20:41:46+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/08/06/work-in-progress-flash-fiction-ideas/2019-08-06T20:32:24+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/08/02/they-came-from-mars-and-other-top-tips/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/when-you-cant-find-the-prop-you-want-improvise.jpgWhen you can't find the prop you want improvisehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/well-they-did-want-everything-on-the-stage-or-so-felicity-thought.jpgWell they did want everything on the stage or so Felicity thoughthttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/told-you.jpgTold youhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/this-was-inevitable.jpgThis was inevitablehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/this-was-inevitable-too.jpgThis was inevitable toohttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/this-is-what-happens-to-unwelcome-visitors.jpgThis is what happens to unwelcome visitorshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/this-is-the-professors-rocket-to-mars-impressive-hmm.jpgThis is the Professor's rocket to Mars - impressive, hmmhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/thelma-is-not-happy-having-to-prop-up-norah-for-one-thing-it-means-coming-out-of-character.jpgThelma is not happy having to prop up Norah, for one thing it means coming out of characterhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/the-reverend-susan-the-invisible-james-braithwaite-and-the-professor-are-on-mars-to-get-roberta-the-robot-back.jpgThe Reverend, Susan, the invisible James Braithwaite, and the Professor are on Mars to get Roberta the Robot backhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/the-real-programme-for-they-came-from-mars.jpgThe real programme for They Came From Mars2019-08-02T21:12:04+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/07/30/perspective-and-publication-news/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/the-tower-of-london-as-id-not-seen-it-before.jpgThe Tower of London as I'd not seen it beforehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/spot-the-landmarks.jpgSpot the landmarkshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/not-often-i-get-to-take-a-picture-with-the-caption-on-it-already.jpgNot often I get to take a picture with the caption on it already2019-07-30T20:29:53+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/07/26/titles-and-quirky-characters/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/your-title-needs-to-have-impact-pixabay.jpgYour title needs to have impact - PixabayOur stock in trade... Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/titles-are-one-of-the-first-things-to-draw-you-to-a-book-pixabay.jpgTitles are one of the first things to draw you to a book - Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/your-title-must-relate-authentically-to-your-topic-pixabay.jpgYour title must relate authentically to your topic - Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/the-third-thing-theyll-want-to-know-is-where-your-story-is-set-pixabay.jpgThe third thing they'll want to know is where your story is set - Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/the-next-thing-theyll-want-to-know-is-what-the-story-is-all-about-pixabay.jpgThe next thing they'll want to know is what the story is all about - Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/the-key-to-a-good-title-is-working-out-whether-you-want-it-to-set-mood-or-to-keep-your-readers-guessing-a-little-pixabay.jpgThe key to a good title is working out whether you want it to set mood or to keep your readers guessing a little - Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/the-first-title-idea-you-have-may-need-to-change-later-but-thats-okay-pixabay.jpgThe first title idea you have may need to change later but that's okay - PixabayWell... again! Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/feature-image-titles.jpgFeature Image - Titleshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/judge-the-quality-of-your-title-by-the-impact-it-has-on-you-pixabay.jpgJudge the quality of your title by the impact it has on you - Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/does-your-title-lure-readers-in-pixabay.jpgDoes your title lure readers in - Pixabay2019-07-26T20:25:02+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/07/24/triggers-and-the-dreaded-lurgy/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/lady-enjoying-a-kibble-lolly.jpgLady enjoying a Kibble lollyI tell you what it was, Mum - it was yum! Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/what-is-then-then-mum.jpgWhat is then then, MumWhat is then, Mum? Image by Allison Symes2019-07-24T17:06:57+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/07/19/murphys-law/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/this-is-all-very-well-but-murphys-law-goes-against-this-pixabay.jpgThis is all very well but Murphy's Law goes against this - Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/this-could-be-classic-murphys-law-but-other-than-in-cartoons-has-this-happened-to-anyone-pixabay.jpgThis could be classic Murphy's Law but other than in cartoons has this happened to anyone - Pixabay'https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/this-could-be-a-side-benefit-to-murphys-law-if-you-can-learn-from-it-pixabay.jpgThis could be a side benefit to Murphy's Law if you can learn from it - Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/the-online-murphys-law-error-404-page-not-found-pixabay.jpgThe online Murphy's Law - error 404 Page Not Found - Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/this-could-a-whole-waft-of-things-going-wrong-pixabay.jpgThis could a whole waft of things going wrong - Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/murphys-law-would-soon-change-that-pixabay.jpgMurphy's Law would soon change that - Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/murphys-law-would-have-this-just-out-of-your-reach-pixabay.jpgMurphy's Law would have this just out of your reach - Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/murphys-law-has-struck-here-i-think-pixabay.jpgMurphy's Law has struck here I think - Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/looking-at-the-world-the-other-way-pixabay.jpgLooking at the world the other way - Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/in-the-words-of-the-song-there-will-be-trouble-ahead-pixabay.jpgIn the words of the song, there will be trouble ahead - Pixabay2019-07-19T20:43:11+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/07/16/tewkesbury-and-top-flash-fiction-tips/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/you-found-more-in-this-amazing-stained-glass-window-the-more-you-looked-at-it.jpgYou found more in this amazing stained glass window the more you looked at itThe more you looked at this amazing stained glass window, the more you saw in it. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/part-of-the-amazing-ceiling-at-tewkesbury-abbey.jpgPart of the amazing ceiling at Tewkesbury AbbeyPart of the wonderful ceiling in the Abbey. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/the-nave.jpgThe naveThe nave. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/the-stunning-lectern.jpgThe stunning lecternThe beautiful lectern. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/old-documents-reveal-so-much-about-our-history-including-the-writers-bias-pixabay.jpgOld documents reveal so much about our history including the writer's bias - PixabayOld documents can shed light on so much (lots of stories to be found here). Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/richard-iii-one-document-found-by-george-buck-led-to-a-reassessment-of-the-king-.jpgRichard III - one document found by George Buck led to a reassessment of the kingRichard III. Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/tf-2019-have-never-seen-basketwork-like-this-before.jpgTF 2019 - Have never seen basketwork like this beforeIncredible basket and weaving work was part of the Festival. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/tewkesbury-abbey.jpgTewkesbury AbbeyTewkesbury Abbey. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/a-beautiful-place-to-kneel-and-pray-inside-the-abbey.jpgA beautiful place to kneel and pray inside the AbbeyA beautiful place to pray in Tewkesbury Abbey. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/this-is-only-a-very-small-section-of-the-tewkesbury-medieval-fair.jpgThis is only a very small section of the Tewkesbury Medieval FairThis is only a small section of the Tewkesbury Medieval Festival. 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Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/love-the-bee-love-the-flower-less-keen-on-the-pollen-pixabay.jpgLove the bee, love the flower, less keen on the pollen - Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/it-may-well-have-been-a-dark-and-stormy-night-but-best-avoided-in-fiction-use-the-weather-to-show-something-about-your-character-instead-pixabay.jpgIt may well have been a dark and stormy night but best avoided in fiction, use the weather to show something about your character instead - Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/in-your-fictional-world-weather-should-be-part-of-the-setting-but-not-dominate-it-pixabay.jpgIn your fictional world weather should be part of the setting but not dominate it - Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/if-we-could-control-the-weather-would-we-ensure-all-had-what-they-needed-pixabay.jpgIf we could control the weather would we ensure all had what they needed - Pixabay2019-07-05T20:55:10+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/07/02/a-good-writing-week/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/1c161-this2bhas2balways2bstruck2bme2bas2ba2bsensible2bsuggestion2b-2bpixabay.jpg1c161-this2bhas2balways2bstruck2bme2bas2ba2bsensible2bsuggestion2b-2bpixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/b392e-as2bwith2bso2bmuch2bin2blife252c2bsometimes2byou2bneed2bto2bfind2byour2bown2bway2bforward.jpgb392e-as2bwith2bso2bmuch2bin2blife252c2bsometimes2byou2bneed2bto2bfind2byour2bown2bway2bforwardhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/bbb06-legacies2b-2bnone2bof2bthis2bcan2bcome2ball2bat2bonce2bbut2bthey2bare2ball2bworth2bstriving2bfor2b-2bpixabay.jpgbbb06-legacies2b-2bnone2bof2bthis2bcan2bcome2ball2bat2bonce2bbut2bthey2bare2ball2bworth2bstriving2bfor2b-2bpixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/1ba86-legacies2b-2bequally2btrue2bfor2byour2bwriting2bbut2bi2527d2bsay2blooking2bfor2bcontinued2bimprovement2bis2ba2bgood2bgoal2bto2bwork2bfor2b-2bpixabay.jpg1ba86-legacies2b-2bequally2btrue2bfor2byour2bwriting2bbut2bi2527d2bsay2blooking2bfor2bcontinued2bimprovement2bis2ba2bgood2bgoal2bto2bwork2bfor2b-2bpixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/79f81-legacies2b-2bit2527s2ba2bpity2bwe2bcan2527t2baward2bourselves2bthese2bbut2blook2bback2band2bsee2bhow2bfar2byou2bhave2bcome2bas2ba2bwriter.2bpixabay.jpg79f81-legacies2b-2bit2527s2ba2bpity2bwe2bcan2527t2baward2bourselves2bthese2bbut2blook2bback2band2bsee2bhow2bfar2byou2bhave2bcome2bas2ba2bwriter.2bpixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/dc149-legacies2b-2bdetermination2bto2bkeep2bgoing2bis2bimportant2btoo2band2bsupport2bfrom2bothers2bhelps2bso2bmuch2bhere2b-2bpixabay.jpgdc149-legacies2b-2bdetermination2bto2bkeep2bgoing2bis2bimportant2btoo2band2bsupport2bfrom2bothers2bhelps2bso2bmuch2bhere2b-2bpixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/0636e-legacy2b-2beasier2bsaid2bthan2bdone2bbut2bencouraging2bothers2bon2btheir2bwriting2bpath2bis2bgood2bfor2byou2btoo2b-2bpixabay.jpg0636e-legacy2b-2beasier2bsaid2bthan2bdone2bbut2bencouraging2bothers2bon2btheir2bwriting2bpath2bis2bgood2bfor2byou2btoo2b-2bpixabay2019-07-02T20:53:52+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/06/28/moments-that-matter-narrative-voice/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/the-really-special-moments-are-often-not-measured-by-time-or-money-pixabay.jpgThe really special moments are often not measured by time or money - Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/there-has-been-some-creative-thinking-here.jpgThere has been some creative thinking herehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/the-invention-of-the-plane-changed-so-much-pixabay.jpgThe invention of the plane changed so much - Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/special-moments.pngSpecial momentshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/special-moments-often-involve-food-and-drink.jpgSpecial moments often involve food and drinkhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/roughly-how-i-feel-when-i-make-any-progress-pixabay.jpgRoughly how I feel when I make any progress - PixabayThis feedback I like! 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Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/val-penny-and-i-having-a-selfie-moment-at-winchester-last-saturday.jpgVal Penny and I having a selfie moment at Winchester last SaturdayVal Penny and I enjoy a selfie moment at Winchester Writers' Festival earlier this year.2019-06-18T20:28:09+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/06/14/reading-aloud-allowed/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/yasmine-lever-reads-from-her-story.jpgYasmine Lever reads from her storyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/when-was-the-last-time-you-were-read-to-for-entertainment-as-a-child.jpgWhen was the last time you were read to for entertainment - as a childhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/three-flash-fiction-writers-paula-readman-gail-aldwin-and-me-in-a-pub-before-a-festival-as-i-said-it-was-a-good-day.jpgThree flash fiction writers (Paula Readman, Gail Aldwin, and me) in a pub before a festival - as I said, it was a good dayFlash fiction writers Paula Readman, Gail Aldwin and me just prior to the Waterloo Arts Festival event. Image kindly taken on my phone by Ana Coelho.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/st-johns-in-waterloo-was-a-beautiful-venue.jpgSt John's in Waterloo was a beautiful venuehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/reading-part-of-the-professional-at-the-waf.-photo-taken-by-ana-coelho-1.jpgReading part of the Professional at the WAF. Photo taken by Ana CoelhoMany thanks to Ana Coelho for taking this image of me speaking at the Waterloo Arts Festival earlier this month.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/performance-poetry-in-action-here-thanks-to-james-mann-and-he-did-this-without-a-script-to-hand.jpgPerformance poetry in action here thanks to James Mann and he did this without a script to handhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/paula-readman-reads-an-extract-from-her-story-over-the-wall.jpgPaula Readman reads an extract from her story Over the WallPaula Readman reading at the 2019 Waterloo Arts Festivalhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/happy-writers-at-the-waf-photo-taken-by-ana-coelho-1.jpgHappy writers at the WAF - photo taken by Ana CoelhoA group of very happy writers at the 2019 Waterloo Arts Festival. Image by Ana Coelho.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/i-wonder-what-story-this-bird-is-telling-the-other.jpgI wonder what story this bird is telling the otherhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/gill-james-founder-of-bridge-house-publishing-introduces-the-winners-of-the-waterloo-art-festival-writing-competition.jpgGill James, founder of Bridge House Publishing, introduces the winners of the Waterloo Art Festival writing competition2019-06-14T21:11:02+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/06/11/waterloo-arts-festival-and-ingesting-stories/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/20190608_155201.jpg20190608_155201Loved the stunning artwork in the church itself.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/20190608_164608.jpg20190608_164608St. John's Church, Waterloo.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/reading-part-of-the-professional-at-the-waf.-photo-taken-by-ana-coelho.jpgReading part of the Professional at the WAF. Photo taken by Ana CoelhoLoved reading from The Professional. Many thanks to Ana Coelho for the image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/happy-writers-at-the-waf-photo-taken-by-ana-coelho.jpgHappy writers at the WAF - photo taken by Ana CoelhoProof positive that Bridge House/Cafelit/Chapeltown authors are a happy bunch. Image taken by Ana Coehlo.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/20190608_135851_hdr.jpg20190608_135851_HDRPaula Readman, Gail Aldwin, and me just ahead of the Waterloo Arts Festival in 2018. Many thanks to Ana Coelho for taking the picture.2019-06-11T20:37:31+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/06/07/behind-the-scenes-and-publication-news/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/transforming-being-medium.jpgTransforming Being MediumTransforming Beings. Image via Bridge House Publishinghttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/whether-blogging-or-writing-fiction-plan-out-what-research-you-need-to-do-ahead-of-doing-it-pixabay.jpgWhether blogging or writing fiction, plan out what research you need to do ahead of doing it - PixabayA familiar sight to many of us. Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/working-out-where-to-put-your-scene-breaks-makes-all-the-difference-to-how-your-story-flows-pixabay.jpgWorking out where to put your scene breaks makes all the difference to how your story flows - Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/whatever-your-behind-the-scenes-work-one-of-these-is-welcome-pixabay.jpgWhatever your behind the scenes work, one of these is welcome Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/volunteers-make-a-huge-difference-on-a-local-national-and-global-level-pixabay.pngVolunteers make a huge difference on a local, national and global level - Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/this-has-always-struck-me-as-a-sensible-suggestion-pixabay.jpgThis has always struck me as a sensible suggestion - Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/the-right-approach-to-anything-that-is-not-going-to-move-your-story-or-article-onwards-pixabay.jpgThe right approach to anything that is not going to move your story or article onwards - Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/the-curtain-separates-the-actors-from-the-public-pixabay.jpgThe curtain separates the actors from the public - Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/the-clever-bit-is-honing-your-research-and-not-being-distracted-by-it-pixabay.jpgThe clever bit is honing your research and not being distracted by it - Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/the-background-work-needed-here-is-increbiel.jpgThe background work needed here is increbiel2019-06-07T20:52:12+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/06/04/the-good-writing-fairy-research-and-the-waterloo-arts-festival/2019-06-04T20:42:00+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/05/31/good-books-and-steps-and-contrasts/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/steps-writing-is-not-black-and-white-but-it-can-be-useful-to-contrast-what-your-writing-is-with-what-you-thought-it-would-be-pixabay.pngSTEPS - Writing is not black and white but it can be useful to contrast what your writing is with what you thought it would be - PixabayContrasting can be a useful technique when trying to solve problems with your fiction. Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/steps-writing-is-made-up-of-steps-pixabay.jpgSTEPS - Writing is made up of steps - PixabayThe writing journey - upwards and onwards. Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/steps-we-all-need-to-recharge-at-times-pixabay.jpgSTEPS - We all need to recharge at times - PixabayRecharge yourself when you need to. Your writing will be better for it. Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/steps-it-will-take-time-to-work-out-where-your-writing-journey-will-take-you-pixabay.jpgSTEPS - It will take time to work out where your writing journey will take you - PixabayThe writing journey has to be taken a step at a time. Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/steps-is-there-a-writer-who-doesnt-know-how-this-feels-pixabay.jpgSTEPS - Is there a writer who doesn't know how this feels = PixabayMost writers will know how this feels... Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/steps-ideas-have-to-be-worked-out-i-have-yet-to-have-light-bulb-moments-like-this-pixabay.pngSTEPS - Ideas have to be worked out, I have yet to have light bulb moments like this - PixabayI've yet to see an idea flash above my head like this! Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/something-here-for-most-tastes.jpgSomething here for most tastesPlenty to choose from here. Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/now-that-is-a-great-place-to-read-but-id-still-want-a-comfy-chair.jpgNow that is a great place to read but I'd still want a comfy chairhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/other-than-the-coffee-this-looks-like-a-good-reading-set-up-to-me-i-prefer-tea.jpgOther than the coffee, this looks like a good reading set up to me - I prefer teahttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/not-sure-why-she-looks-despondent-at-being-in-a-library-i-would-not-be.jpgNot sure why she looks despondent at being in a library, I would not beWhy look despondent in a library? I wouldn't. Pixabay2019-05-31T20:35:59+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/05/28/editing-dream-characters-and-story-collections/2019-05-28T20:20:25+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/05/24/maps-and-truth/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/world-2169040__480.jpgworld-2169040__480https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/x-marks-the-spot.jpgX marks the spothttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/treasure-map-3964944__480.jpgtreasure-map-3964944__480https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/tlotr-is-renowned-for-its-maps.jpgTLOTR is renowned for its mapshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/treasure-map-1904523__480.jpgtreasure-map-1904523__480https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/scotland-2416125__480.jpgscotland-2416125__480https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/road-1135968__480.jpgroad-1135968__480The writing journey is more likely to be full of twists and turns. Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/old-school-map-production.jpgOld school map productionhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/online-maps-are-useful.jpgOnline maps are usefulhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/map-of-the-world-429784__480.jpgmap-of-the-world-429784__4802019-05-24T20:24:41+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/05/21/blogging-on-the-move/2019-05-21T20:26:58+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/05/17/what-i-value-most/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/1227357_s.jpg1227357_S.jpg2019-05-17T21:47:53+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/05/14/contrasts-and-prejudices/2019-05-14T21:10:30+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/05/10/brainstorming-historical-links-and-publication-news/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/with-the-geese-back-in-the-box-flight-can-consider-her-work-done-not-one-paw-out-of-place.jpgWith the geese back in the box, Flight can consider her work done, not one paw out of placehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/what-you-first-see-on-going-into-the-fryern-recreation-ground.jpgWhat you first see on going into the Fryern Recreation Groundhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/well-one-way-to-pass-the-time-in-the-queue-for-the-harness-trampoline-is-to-practice-your-handstands.jpgWell one way to pass the time in the queue for the harness trampoline is to practice your handstandshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/three-rivers-have-done-wonderful-work-at-all-of-our-local-stations.jpgThree Rivers have done wonderful work at all of our local stationshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/this-was-a-great-test-of-coordination-skills.jpgThis was a great test of coordination skillshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/there-were-queues-for-the-icecream-van-again.jpgThere were queues for the icecream van againhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/there-was-catering-for-most-tastes-here.jpgThere was catering for most tastes herehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/the-train-ride-did-good-business-throughout-the-afternoon.jpgThe train ride did good business throughout the afternoonhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/the-music-from-the-boys-brigade-was-excellent.jpgThe music from the Boys Brigade was excellenthttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/the-mini-tennis-looked-fun-but-lady-would-have-run-off-with-the-ball.jpgThe mini tennis looked fun but Lady would have run off with the ball2019-05-13T20:49:22+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/05/07/publication-news-and-starting-a-story/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/sg-part-2-where-many-a-first-draft-starts-life-old-technology-is-still-useful-image-via-pixabay.jpgSG PART 2 Where many a first draft starts life - old technology is still useful - image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/sg-part-2-this-applies-to-all-forms-of-writing-too-image-via-pixabay.jpgSG PART 2 - This applies to all forms of writing too - image via PixabayPixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/sg-part-2-warning-poems-blogs-stories-novels-all-writing-alike-benefits-from-good-editing-image-via-pixabay.pngSG PART 2 - Warning - poems, blogs, stories, novels, all writing alike benefits from good editing - image via PixabayWarning: Writer at Work. Pixabay2019-05-07T20:11:51+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/05/03/plays-ingesting-stories-and-writing-games/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/win-or-lose-image-via-pixabay.jpgWin or Lose, image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/truth-is-you-without-a-script-image-via-pixabay.jpgTruth is you without a script, image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/the-world-of-the-imagination-should-not-be-used-to-con-people-image-via-pixabay.jpgThe world of the imagination should not be used to con people, image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/scams-happen-in-creative-writing-too-image-via-pixabay.jpgScams happen in creative writing too, image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/resized-version-copyright-never-enter-a-competition-asking-you-to-give-away-all-rights-image-via-pixabay.pngResized version Copyright (never enter a competition asking you to give away ALL rights) - image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/keyboard-image-via-pixabay.jpgKeyboard, image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/ideas-the-spark-for-writing-competitions-image-via-pixabay.jpgIdeas, the spark for writing competitions, image via PixabayRead widely to inspire these. Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/copyright-never-enter-a-competition-asking-you-to-give-away-all-rights-image-via-pixabay.pngCopyright (never enter a competition asking you to give away ALL rights) - image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/ursula-takes-over-tea-duties-sylvia-not-having-been-any-good-at-them-and-reveals-to-madam-she-is-dying.jpgUrsula takes over tea duties, Sylvia not having been any good at them, and reveals to Madam she is dyinghttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/ursula-and-sylvia-hit-it-off-much-to-madams-chagrin.jpgUrsula and Sylvia hit it off much to Madam's chagrin2019-05-03T21:06:45+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/04/30/phases-plays-prioritising/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/prioritising-working-out-how-to-meet-these-is-often-a-challenge-but-planning-is-key-pixabay.jpgPRIORITISING - working out how to meet these is often a challenge but planning is key - PixabayIt pays to set your own deadlines. I set some at least a week ahead of any competition deadline to ensure I don't miss the real date. Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/prioritising-when-is-your-writing-time-pixabay.jpgPRIORITISING - when is your writing time - PixabayWhen is your writing time? Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/prioritising-planning-work-out-helps-a-lot-pixabay.jpgPRIORITISING - Planning work out helps a lot - PixabayOne tidy desk, so unlike mine! Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/prioritising-we-could-all-do-with-more-time-pixabay.jpgPRIORITISING - we could all do with more time - PixabayPlanning out what you do with your writing time will help you get more done. 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Pixabay.2019-04-30T20:45:43+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/04/26/plays-writing-exercises-and-links/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/theatre-and-the-need-for-plays-is-ancient.jpgTheatre and the need for plays is ancienthttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/stage-1248769__480.jpgstage-1248769__480https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/the-globe-theatre.jpgThe Globe Theatrehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/shakespeare-1716106__480.jpgshakespeare-1716106__480https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/prison-2158390__480.jpgprison-2158390__480https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/richard-iii.jpgRichard IIIhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/macbeth.jpgMacbethhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/masks-833421__480.jpgmasks-833421__480https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/history-4119591_1280.jpghistory-4119591_1280https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/hamlet.jpgHamlet2019-04-26T20:41:21+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/04/23/bluebells-beautiful-books-ants-and-editing/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/bluebells-in-knightwood.jpgBluebells in Knightwood2019-04-23T20:35:21+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/04/19/working-out-what-works/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/you-can-use-some-of-the-things-here-to-work-out-if-your-characters-work.jpgYou can use some of the things here to work out if your characters workhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/you-do-learn-about-story-structure-unconsciously-as-you-read-but-to-specifically-make-yourself-look-for-this-will-help-your-own-writing.jpgYou do learn about story structure unconsciously as you read but to specifically make yourself look for this will help your own writinghttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/work-out-what-it-is-about-your-lightbulb-moment-that-inspires-you-and-play-to-the-strengths-of-that.jpgWork out what it is about your lightbulb moment that inspires you and play to the strengths of thatThe lightbulb moment is not so easy to capture as drawing it! Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/when-you-study-a-story-or-article-you-should-see-where-the-connections-are-and-work-out-why-the-author-chose-these.jpgWhen you study a story or article you should see where the connections are and work out why the author chose theseStories link us. Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/update-1672385__480.jpgupdate-1672385__480https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/question-mark-2123969__480.jpgquestion-mark-2123969__480https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/monitor-4094937__480.jpgmonitor-4094937__480A writer's life. Pixabay,https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/looking-into-a-story-in-more-depth-should-give-you-feedback-as-to-why-it-works.jpgLooking into a story in more depth should give you feedback as to why it worksReading work out to an audience can also give you feedback as hopefully they laugh when you did when writing the story! Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/lafayette-college-80476__480.jpglafayette-college-80476__480Yes, I could happily live here. Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/learn-64058__480.jpglearn-64058__480Never stop... Pixabay2019-04-19T21:55:21+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/04/16/books-books-books/2019-04-16T20:28:46+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/04/12/the-highs-and-lows/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/you-do-need-to-find-ways-of-overcoming-fears-to-make-progress-as-a-writer-though-this-is-true-for-life-in-general.jpgYou do need to find ways of overcoming fears to make progress as a writer though this is true for life in generalSo true. Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/the-writing-life-can-give-you-all-this-but-it-takes-time-1.jpgThe writing life can give you all this but it takes timeWhat writing can give you over time. Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/the-writing-journey-is-rarely-in-a-straight-line-1.jpgThe writing journey is rarely in a straight linehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/now-this-is-important-1.jpgNow this IS importanthttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/marketing-will-take-more-effort-than-this.jpgMarketing will take more effort than thishttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/lovely-idea-but-it-is-better-to-recognize-you-will-have-moments-of-self-doubt-and-work-through-them.pngLovely idea BUT it is better to recognize you will have moments of self doubt and work through themhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/it-does-help-if-you-prepare-though.jpgIt does help if you prepare thoughhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/it-helps-to-work-out-when-you-are-most-creative-some-are-naturally-night-owls-others-not.jpgIt helps to work out when you are most creative, some are naturally night owls, others notWriting regularly, even in short bursts, encourages your imaginative side to flourish. Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/it-can-feel-like-you-need-to-get-to-plan-z-before-making-progress-in-writing-1.jpgIt can feel like you need to get to Plan Z before making progress in writinghttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/feature-image-highs-and-lows-of-the-writing-life.jpgFeature Image - Highs and Lows of the Writing Life2019-04-12T20:37:30+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/04/09/achievements-and-descriptions/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/it-can-feel-like-you-need-to-get-to-plan-z-before-making-progress-in-writing.jpgIt can feel like you need to get to Plan Z before making progress in writingSometimes it can feel like you've got down to Plan Z. Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/the-writing-life-can-give-you-all-this-but-it-takes-time.jpgThe writing life can give you all this but it takes timeWhat writing can give you. Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/the-writing-journey-is-rarely-in-a-straight-line.jpgThe writing journey is rarely in a straight lineThe writing journey is rarely in a straight line. Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/now-this-is-important.jpgNow this IS importantGood advice here. Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/but-to-be-any-good-you-need-to-do-something-with-it.pngBut to be any good you need to do something with itBut planning can help bring it to realisation. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/as-with-so-much-in-life-sometimes-you-need-to-find-your-own-way-forward.jpgAs with so much in life, sometimes you need to find your own way forwardYes, but do you feel you're going in circles?! Pixabay2019-04-09T20:31:12+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/04/05/experimenting-with-words-and-form/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/writing-3794843__480.pngwriting-3794843__480So many lovely forms of writing... Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/you-have-to-write-for-the-love-of-it-you-cant-rely-on-the-money.jpgYou have to write for the love of it, you can't rely on the moneyWrite for the love of it, not the money. Can't rely on the latter. Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/word-games-are-huge-fun-pixabay.jpgWord games are huge fun - Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/what-no-good-scrabble-player-should-be-without-pixabay.jpgWhat no good Scrabble player should be without - Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/william-shakespeare-1716131__480.jpgwilliam-shakespeare-1716131__480Shakespeare. Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/time-for-change-especially-if-you-seem-to-be-stuck-with-the-q-in-scrabble-pixabay.jpgTime for change especially if you seem to be stuck with the Q in Scrabble - Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/there-is-no-such-thing-as-the-perfect-first-draft-pixabay.jpgThere is no such thing as the perfect first draft - PixabayAh! The joy of the edit! Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/the-traditional-board-game-of-scrabble-pixabay.jpgThe traditional board game of Scrabble - PIxabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/the-joy-of-crosswords-but-are-you-quick-or-cryptic-pixabay.pngThe joy of crosswords but are you quick or cryptic - Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/playing-around-with-words-can-spark-that-lightbulb-moment-pixabay.jpgPlaying around with words can spark that lightbulb moment - Pixabay2019-04-05T21:01:39+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/04/02/story-changes/2019-04-02T20:30:22+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/03/29/character-types-and-story-essentials/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/lady-having-a-good-time-at-west-bay.jpgLady having a good time at West Bayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/cannot-beat-having-a-good-chew-on-a-favourite-ball.jpgCannot beat having a good chew on a favourite ballhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/when-writing-is-difficult-when-nothing-seems-to-come-pixabay.jpgWHEN WRITING IS DIFFICULT - when nothing seems to come - Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/when-writing-is-difficult-weve-all-known-this-feeling-pixabay.jpgWHEN WRITING IS DIFFICULT - We've all known this feeling - PixabayWe've all felt like this! Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/when-writing-is-difficult-these-qualities-are-useful-for-a-writer-as-for-harmony-is-there-harmony-between-you-and-your-characters-pixabay.jpgWHEN WRITING IS DIFFICULT - these qualities are useful for a writer - as for harmony, is there harmony between you and your characters - PixabayWhat all writers need (harmony within yourself to overcome the fear and write anyway). Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/when-writing-is-difficult-there-is-no-such-thing-as-the-perfect-first-draft-pixabay.jpgWHEN WRITING IS DIFFICULT - There is no such thing as the perfect first draft - PixabayA familiar sight! Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/when-writing-is-difficult-sometimes-the-words-dont-flow-so-easily-pixabay.jpgWHEN WRITING IS DIFFICULT - sometimes the words don't flow so easily - PixabaySometimes the words flow, other times they don't! Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/when-writing-is-difficult-give-yourself-time-to-read-to-take-time-out-from-your-normal-writing-and-use-the-break-to-help-you-pixabay.jpgWHEN WRITING IS DIFFICULT - give yourself time to read, to take time out from your normal writing, and use the break to help you - Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/when-writing-is-difficult-brainstorming-is-useful-pixabay.jpgWHEN WRITING IS DIFFICULT - Brainstorming is useful - PixabayImagination feeding the lightbulb moment. 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Pixabay imagehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/what-every-writer-must-do-image-via-pixabay.jpgWhat every writer must do, image via PixabayEncouragement can do so much to help writers here. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/the-world-of-books-image-via-pixabay.jpgThe world of books, image via PixabayThe wonderful world of books and stories. Pixabay imagehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/something-barbara-large-always-was-and-encouraged-in-others-pixabay.jpgSomething Barbara Large always was and encouraged in others - PixabayAnd have fun! Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/something-barbara-definitely-believed-in-pixabay.jpgSomething Barbara definitely believed in - Pixabay Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/shooting-star-barbara-and-anne-1.jpgShooting Star - Barbara and Anne 1https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/resized-barbara-large-and-anne-wan-1.jpgResized Barbara Large and Anne WanBarbara Large and Anne Wan at Anne's book launch. Image kindly supplied by Anne Wan.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/plenty-of-notetaking-goes-on-at-writing-conferences-pixabay.jpgPlenty of notetaking goes on at writing conferences - Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/listening-to-an-inspiring-talk-image-via-pixabay-.jpgListening to an inspiring talk - image via PixabayListening to a good course. Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/hard-at-work-coming-up-with-ideas-and-refining-them-image-via-pixabay.jpgHard at work coming up with ideas and refining them - image via PixabayWorking and being inspired and writing - all great things! Pixabay image.2019-03-15T22:16:14+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/03/12/getting-out-and-about-2/2019-03-12T21:16:31+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/03/08/character-types-and-why-it-matters-to-get-them-right/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/resized-barbara-large-and-anne-wan.jpgResized Barbara Large and Anne Wanhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/woody-from-toy-story-is-a-realistic-character-you-can-identify-with-his-jealousy-when-buzz-comes-along-pixabay-image.jpgWoody from Toy Story is a realistic character - you can identify with his jealousy when Buzz comes along - Pixabay imageWoody from Toy Story. His jealousy when Buzz arrives is understandable. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/what-will-readers-remember-best-about-your-characters-pixabay.jpgWhat will readers remember best about your characters - PixabayWhat is unforgettable about your story? Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/what-can-readers-find-to-like-or-love-to-hate-in-your-characters-no-matter-how-odd-they-are-pixabay.jpgWhat can readers find to like or love to hate in your characters, no matter how odd they are - PixabayWhat is it about your world and characters that will appeal to readers? Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/useful-questions-to-ask-of-your-characters-and-that-can-include-treating-yourself-as-a-non-fiction-narrative-character-too-pixabay.jpgUseful questions to ask of your characters and that can include treating yourself as a non-fiction narrative character too - PixabayAlways good questions to ask. Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/the-pied-piper-of-hamelin-proves-why-you-should-always-keep-to-your-side-of-a-bargain-pixabay-image.pngThe Pied Piper of Hamelin proves why you should always keep to your side of a bargain - Pixabay imageThe Pied Piper shows why you don't renege on promises. Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/the-joy-of-fiction-is-you-can-invent-your-own-universe-but-what-about-it-will-appeal-to-readers-pixabay.jpgThe joy of fiction is you can invent your own universe but what about it will appeal to readers - PixabayCreating your own universe is fun but how does it operate? Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/the-classic-tale-of-rumpelstiltskin-shows-why-you-should-not-make-impossible-bargains-pixabay-image.jpgThe classic tale of Rumpelstiltskin shows why you should not make impossible bargains - Pixabay imageRumpelstiltskin shows why you don't go for dreadful bargaining with unknown creatures. Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/science-fiction-and-fantasy-may-be-the-obvious-fictional-other-worlds-but-you-can-show-our-world-up-in-different-lights-too-pixabay.jpgScience fiction and fantasy may be the obvious fictional other worlds but you can show our world up in different lights too - PixabaySci-fi and fantasy show up other worlds but you can shine the light on our one through your characters. Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/sometimes-the-books-can-come-to-you-pixabay.jpgSometimes the books can come to you - PixabaySometimes the books come to you! Pixabay2019-03-08T21:53:59+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/03/05/managing-my-writing/2019-03-05T16:12:17+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/03/01/adaptations-and-what-i-look-for-in-a-fictional-world/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/what-can-be-done-with-sound-effects-is-amazing-but-again-these-should-enhance-a-good-adapation-pixabay.jpgWhat can be done with sound effects is amazing but again these should enhance a good adapation - PixabaySound effects are marvellous at bringing radio adaptations to life in particular. Pixabay imagehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/there-will-be-an-expression-here-which-will-match-your-thoughts-about-most-adaptations-pixabay-image.pngThere will be an expression here which will match your thoughts about most adaptations - Pixabay imageWhat are your characters like? What emotions do they have? Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/one-of-my-favourite-adaptations-from-book-to-screen-lotr-pixabay.jpgOne of my favourite adaptations from book to screen - LOTR - PixabayOne of my favourite adaptations - the Lord of the Rings films. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/important-though-it-is-it-takes-more-than-good-lighting-to-make-a-great-stage-adaptation-pixabay.jpgImportant though it is, it takes more than good lighting to make a great stage adaptation - PixabayIt takes more than good lighting to make an adaptation work for stage or screen. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/it-can-be-a-difficult-balancing-act-getting-an-adaptation-right-pixabay.jpgIt can be a difficult balancing act getting an adaptation right - PixabayGetting the balance right in adapting work is never easy. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/feature-image-adaptations.jpgFeature Image - AdaptationsMy CFT post this week. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/always-a-challenge-adapting-a-story-successfully-to-work-on-the-stage-pixabay.jpgAlways a challenge adapting a story successfully to work on the stage - PixabayAdaptations for the stage are a challenge. What DO you leave out? Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/as-the-theatre-would-once-have-been-experienced-pixabay.jpgAs the theatre would once have been experienced - PixabayAs the theatre used to be! Pixabay imagehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/adaptations-happen-in-music-too.jpgAdaptations happen in music tooThere are adapations in music too. Pixabay imagehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/adaptations-are-never-completed-on-a-first-draft-pixabay.jpgAdaptations are never completed on a first draft - PixabayAdapations take more than one draft! Pixabay image2019-03-01T22:08:24+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/02/26/just-a-minute-and-other-thoughts/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/as-i-approach-my-target-the-bar-changes-colour-to-green.pngAs I approach my target, the bar changes colour to greenFinishing line in sight, the bar has changed to green. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/part-way-through-the-target-colour-has-changed-to-amber.pngPart way through, the target colour has changed to amberGetting there - the bar has changed to amber! Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/screenshot-as-i-start-typing-up-work.pngScreenshot as I start typing up workAs I start typing, the bar shows how far I have to go. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/screenshot-of-project-target.-png.pngScreenshot of Project Target. pnghttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/setting-a-session-target.pngSetting a session targetSetting a word count target. Image by Allison Symes2019-02-26T21:33:44+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/02/22/the-uses-of-weather-in-fiction/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/you-need-enough-detail-to-make-your-setting-seem-real-to-your-reader-but-base-your-invention-on-what-we-know-here.jpgYou need enough detail to make your setting seem real to your reader but base your invention on what we know hereHow can you show your readers your world? Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/weather-station-pixabay.jpgWeather station - Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/we-do-see-plenty-of-rain-though.jpgWe do see plenty of rain thoughhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/there-is-incredible-beauty-in-a-single-raindrop.jpgThere is incredible beauty in a single raindropThe beauty of a single raindrop. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/typhoon-1650677__480.jpgtyphoon-1650677__480The eye of the storm. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/the-weather-easy-enough-to-take-for-granted-perhaps.jpgThe weather - easy enough to take for granted perhapsWhat kind of landscapes exist in your fictional world? Pixabay imagehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/rainbow-1649789__480.jpgrainbow-1649789__480The lovely rainbow. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/rain-so-easy-to-moan-about-but-vital.jpgRain - so easy to moan about but vitalIs rainfall common in your fictional world? Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/not-sure-i-entirely-agree-with-this-pixabay.pngNot sure I entirely agree with this - PixabayNot sure I agree with this. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/no-matter-how-fantastic-your-fictional-setting-showing-the-weather-climate-etc-should-still-be-done-realistically.jpgNo matter how fantastic your fictional setting, showing the weather, climate etc should still be done realisticallyGive your readers the details they need to know about your setting. Pixabay image.2019-02-22T23:30:52+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/02/19/dangerous-words-and-what-flash-fiction-isnt/2019-02-19T21:12:24+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/02/15/reading-journeys-and-the-role-of-stories/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/will-your-reading-journey-be-a-straight-line-route-or-twist-and-turn-pixabay.jpgWill your reading journey be a straight line route or twist and turn - PixabayIs your reading journey a straight run or does it twist and turn? Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/the-john-rylands-library-3516502_1280.jpgthe-john-rylands-library-3516502_1280John Ryland's library. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/the-realm-of-the-fairytale-has-long-fascinated-me-but-my-reading-journey-has-not-stopped-there.jpgThe realm of the fairytale has long fascinated me but my reading journey has not stopped thereThe realm of the fairytale has always fascinated me. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/the-reading-journey-may-not-be-a-physical-one-but-it-can-still-take-you-to-interesting-places-pixabay.jpgThe reading journey may not be a physical one but it can still take you to interesting places - PixabayReading journeys can and should take you to interesting places! Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/the-only-snag-with-reading-in-bed-is-staying-awake-long-enough-pixabay.jpgThe only snag with reading in bed is staying awake long enough - PixabayThe only snag with reading in bed is staying awake long enough! Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/or-does-your-reading-take-you-down-some-dark-alleys-instead-pixabay.jpgOr does your reading take you down some dark alleys instead - PixabayOr does your reading journey take you down some dark alleys? Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/the-lord-of-the-rings.jpgThe Lord of the RingsThe Lord of the Rings - the ultimate in dangerous words is on this ring!. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/is-your-reading-journey-a-bright-one-pixabay.jpgIs your reading journey a bright one - PixabayIs your reading journey a bright one? Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/i-love-both-formats-for-reading-pixabay.jpgI love both formats for reading - PixabayLove reading in both formats! Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/harewood-house-3709905__480.jpgharewood-house-3709905__480Harewood House. Pixabay image.2019-02-15T22:48:01+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/02/12/when-a-story-has-got-you/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/my-book-in-nz-3.jpgMy book in NZ 3https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/my-book-in-nz-2.jpgMy Book in NZ 2Always good to see books about and it's very special if one of them is yours! Many thanks to Raewyn Berry for the picture.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/my-book-in-nz-1.jpgMy book in NZ 1FLTDBA in NZ. Image kindly supplied by Raewyn Berry2019-02-12T21:42:23+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/02/08/collaboration-picture-books-and-characters/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/what-every-childrens-writer-wants-to-see-young-people-engrossed-in-books-pixabay-image.jpgWhat every children's writer wants to see - young people engrossed in books - Pixabay imageWhat every children's writer wants to see - children engrossed in books, ideally theirs! Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/the-book-worms-idea-of-heaven-i-suspect-and-there-will-be-picture-books-in-here-pixabay-image.jpgThe book worm's idea of heaven I suspect and there will be picture books in here - Pixabay imageA book worm's idea of heaven and picture books will be in here! Pixabay imagehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/the-queen-pixabay-image.jpgThe Queen - Pixabay imagehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/storytelling-puppet_book-image-kindly-supplied-by-anne-wan.jpgStorytelling Puppet_Book - image kindly supplied by Anne WanAnne's puppet and story - ready to be shared with local children! Image supplied by Anne.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/sally-goodden-and-anne-wan-at-chandlers-ford-library.-image-kindly-supplied-by-anne-wan.jpgSally Goodden and Anne Wan at Chandler's Ford Library. Image kindly supplied by Anne WanSally and Anne at their recent Chandler's Ford Library event. Image kindly supplied by Anne.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/sally-goodden-image-kindly-supplied-by-sally-goodden.jpgSally Goodden - image kindly supplied by Sally GooddenIllustrator Sally Goodden. Image kindly supplied by her.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/puss-in-boots-pixabay-image.jpgPuss in Boots - Pixabay imagePictures in books are great for encouraging reading. This is from Puss in Boots. Pixabay image,https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/mural.sally_.anne-image-kindly-supplied-by-anne-wan.jpgMural.Sally.Anne - image kindly supplied by Anne WanSally Goodden and Anne Wan at the mural at a local Chandler's Ford school. Image by Anne Wan.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/manners-fit-for-the-queen-book-cover-image-kindly-supplied-by-anne-wan.jpgManners Fit For the Queen Book Cover - image kindly supplied by Anne WanAnne Wan's latest book. Image supplied by Anne Wan.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/feature-image-picture-books-and-other-hooks.jpgFeature Image - Picture Books and Other HooksMy latest CFT post. Image supplied by Anne Wan2019-02-08T22:28:46+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/02/05/stories-persistence-and-progress/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/feeding-post-someone-here-is-listing-their-worries.jpgFEEDING POST - someone here is listing their worriesWhat kind of defeats and downfalls do your characters experience? Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/clarity-post-clarity-image-via-pixabay.jpgCLARITY POST - Clarity - image via PixabayClarity = communicating your ideas well through your characters. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/likes-post-if-in-doubt-consult-the-dictionary-pixabay-image.jpgLIKES POST - If in doubt consult the dictionary - Pixabay imageA good dictionary is wonderful and can save many a writing embarassment! Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/achieving-goals-you-can-set-short-term-mid-term-and-longer-term-goals-pixabay-image.jpgACHIEVING GOALS - You can set short term mid term and longer term goals - Pixabay imageIt is lovely when you get those light bulb moments! Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/character-resembling-what-characters-will-you-come-up-with.jpgCHARACTER RESEMBLING - what characters will you come up withEnjoy your writing whether you write directly to screen or to pen and paper first. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/seasons-post-human-weaknesses.jpgSEASONS POST - Human WeaknessesHow can these negative qualities be used in your characters? Can they sow a seed of wanting to overcome these things? Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/character-resembling-assemble-your-characters-assemble-their-world.jpgCHARACTER RESEMBLING - assemble your characters, assemble their worldWhere is your setting? Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/changes-post-the-next-step-image-by-pixabay.jpgCHANGES POST - The next step - image by PixabayWell, what will your characters do next? Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/background-characters-do-your-background-characters-act-as-catalysts-in-your-story-pixabay-image.jpgBACKGROUND CHARACTERS - Do your background characters act as catalysts in your story - Pixabay imageDo your characters fit together well in your story or do they clash? Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/background-characters-what-role-have-you-planned-for-your-background-people-pixabay-image.jpgBACKGROUND CHARACTERS - What role have you planned for your background people - Pixabay imageI don't plan my stories quite like this! Pixabay image.2019-02-05T21:42:49+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/02/01/impact-pantomime-and-character-portrayal/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/impact-what-impact-does-your-story-have-pixabay.jpgIMPACT - What impact does your story have - Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/impact-what-impact-will-your-work-have-on-readers-pixabay.jpgIMPACT - What impact will your work have on readers - Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/impact-use-strong-words-for-descriptions.-strong-questions-can-help-you-get-there.-pixabay.jpgIMPACT - Use strong words for descriptions. Strong questions can help you get there. Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/impact-look-for-positive-impact-wherever-possible-pixabay.jpgIMPACT - Look for positive impact wherever possible - Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/impact-feedback-isnt-always-positive-but-look-for-what-you-can-learn-from-it-pixabay.jpgIMPACT - Feedback isn't always positive but look for what you can learn from it - Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/impact-feedback-doesnt-always-come-when-you-think-it-will.-pixabay.jpgIMPACT - Feedback doesn't always come when you think it will. Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/impact-blogging.-pixabay.jpgIMPACT - Blogging. Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/book-event-anne-wan-and-sally-goodden.jpgBOOK EVENT - Anne Wan and Sally Gooddenhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/well-you-didnt-expect-the-pantomime-villain-to-get-away-with-it-did-you.jpgWell you didn't expect the pantomime villain to get away with it did youhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/told-you-the-hair-had-to-be-seen-to-be-believed-but-this-is-the-classic-pantomime-dame-look.jpgTold you the hair had to be seen to be believed but this is the classic pantomime dame look2019-02-01T22:39:04+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/01/29/submissions-impact-and-delving-into-the-past/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/likes-post-dislikes-pixabay-image.jpglikes post - dislikes - pixabay imagehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/likes-post-are-you-lost-in-the-world-of-your-story-pixabay-image.jpglikes post - are you lost in the world of your story - pixabay imagehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/likes-post-a-familiar-sight-to-us-all-pixabay-image.jpglikes post - a familiar sight to us all - pixabay imageA familiar sight here! Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/joys-post-this-pool-is-similar-to-the-one-i-was-baptised-in-image-via-pixabay.jpgjoys post - this pool is similar to the one i was baptised in - image via pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/joys-post-reading-the-lesson-image-via-pixabay.jpgjoys post - reading the lesson - image via pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/joys-post-mary-treasured-the-special-moments-in-her-heart-image-via-pixabay.jpgjoys post - mary treasured the special moments in her heart - image via pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/joys-post-baptism-of-jesus-by-john-image-via-pixabay.jpgjoys post - baptism of jesus by john - image via pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/impact-what-impact-will-your-work-have-on-readers-pixabay.jpgimpact - what impact will your work have on readers - pixabayNow that is what I call impact! Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/impact-what-impact-does-your-story-have-pixabay.jpgimpact - what impact does your story have - pixabayReading has such an impact. Can't imagine the world without it. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/impact-use-strong-words-for-descriptions.-strong-questions-can-help-you-get-there.-pixabay.jpgimpact - use strong words for descriptions. strong questions can help you get there. pixabayStrong clear words help your descriptions hit home. Pixabay image.2019-01-29T21:25:28+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/01/25/stories-and-why-flash-fiction-isnt-new/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/this-is-what-i-call-a-reading-pile-pixabay.pngthis is what i call a reading pile - pixabayThis IS what I call a reading pile. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/this-could-be-considered-a-fairytale-scene-given-it-is-fantastical-pixabay-image.jpgthis could be considered a fairytale scene given it is fantastical - pixabay imageDefinitely a fantasy story here! Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/there-is-nothing-like-being-read-to-pixabay.jpgthere is nothing like being read to - pixabayIt is great being read to! Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/the-classic-story-beginning-pixabay.jpgthe classic story beginning - pixabayThe classic fairytale opening line. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/someone-who-might-be-a-storyteller-on-his-way-to-the-next-village-to-tell-stories-pixabay.jpgsomeone who might be a storyteller on his way to the next village to tell stories - pixabayA storyteller on their travels perhaps? Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/one-of-the-key-characters-in-many-a-fairytale-pixabay.jpgone of the key characters in many a fairytale - pixabayA stalwart character in the fairytales. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/one-of-the-great-joys-in-life-reading-and-tea-or-coffee-of-course-pixabay.jpgone of the great joys in life - reading (and tea or coffee of course!) - pixabayBooks and tea, bliss! Pixabay imagehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/feature-image-the-story-of-stories.jpgfeature image - the story of storiesMy latest CFT post. Pixabay image.2019-01-25T22:29:19+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/01/22/flash-fiction-and-successful-writing/2019-01-22T21:44:06+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/01/17/wishing-and-outlining/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/what-would-past-geniuses-be-able-to-do-with-the-knowledge-and-technology-we-have-now-pixabay.jpgwhat would past geniuses be able to do with the knowledge and technology we have now - pixabayThinking your writing through is always a good idea. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/the-universe-is-beautiful-pixabay.jpgthe universe is beautiful - pixabayThe universe is beautiful. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/the-saying-here-is-true-for-all-of-us-pixabay.jpgthe saying here is true for all of us - pixabaySo true. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/the-other-milky-way-is-somewhat-closer-to-home-pixabay.jpgthe other milky way is somewhat closer to home - pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/sunrise-seen-from-space-pixabay.jpgsunrise seen from space - pixabaySunrise from space. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/solar-system-pixabay.jpgsolar system - pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/milky-way-pixabay.jpgmilky way - pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/looking-down-on-one-of-brunels-finest-legacies-the-clifton-suspension-bridge-pixabay.jpglooking down on one of brunel's finest legacies - the clifton suspension bridge - pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/inspiration-has-to-come-from-somewhere-pixabay.jpginspiration has to come from somewhere - pixabayWorking things out the old school way. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/if-the-hubble-telescope-could-travel-would-it-come-across-one-of-these-pixabay.jpgif the hubble telescope could travel, would it come across one of these - pixabayWhat IS out there? Pixabay image.2019-01-17T21:54:19+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/01/15/why-write-and-using-writing-prompts/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/749fa-baubles.jpg749fa-baublesI was in this Bridge House anthology. Picture taken by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/001e3-the2bbest2bof2bcafelit2b5.jpg001e3-the2bbest2bof2bcafelit2b5Another of my stories made it into this collection. Image taken by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/39349-the2bbest2bof2bcafelit2b4.jpg39349-the2bbest2bof2bcafelit2b4It is a great joy to be published by Cafelit online and in print. Picture taken by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/0b75f-fromlighttodark_small.jpg0b75f-fromlighttodark_smallMy flash fiction collection. Image taken by Allison Symes. https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/42a78-cafelit62bsmall.jpg42a78-cafelit62bsmallAnother flash fiction piece of mine is in here. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/4b16b-alternative2brenditions2b.jpg4b16b-alternative2brenditions2bMy first story appeared here. Photo taken by Allison Symes2019-01-15T21:38:36+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/01/11/tried-and-tested-and-book-offers/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/there-are-more-comfortable-ways-to-hear-your-work-as-you-read-it-out-loud-to-check-for-flow-etc-pixabay.jpgthere are more comfortable ways to hear your work as you read it out loud to check for flow etc - pixabayThere are more comfortable ways to hear your work read aloud! Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/that-lightbulb-moment-is-a-wonderful-one-for-writers-pixabay.jpgthat lightbulb moment is a wonderful one for writers - pixabayThe lightbulb moment of inspiration for writers is wonderful. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/mixing-with-other-writers-has-lots-of-benefits-pixabay.jpgmixing with other writers has lots of benefits - pixabayMixing with other writers has so many benefits, not least of which is it is fun! Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/much-easier-to-cut-and-paste-and-edit-on-one-of-these-pixabay.jpgmuch easier to cut and paste and edit on one of these - pixabayWrite to screen but edit on paper. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/it-pays-to-plan-your-writing-pixabay.jpgit pays to plan your writing - pixabayPlanning your writing can save you lots of time later. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/if-you-are-trying-to-read-your-work-out-loud-like-this-there-is-something-very-wrong-pixabay.jpgif you are trying to read your work out loud like this, there is something very wrong - pixabayThis is NOT the way to read work out loud! Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/give-yourself-time-away-from-your-work-so-you-can-come-back-and-edit-properly-later-pixabay.jpggive yourself time away from your work so you can come back and edit properly later - pixabayPut work aside for a time and come back to it so you can look at it as a reader would. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/feature-image-tried-and-tested-writing-tips-pixabay.jpgfeature image - tried and tested writing tips - pixabayMy latest CFT post. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/double-checking-spelling-and-grammar-isnt-fun-but-needs-to-be-done-pixabay.jpgdouble checking spelling and grammar isn't fun but needs to be done - pixabayChecking spelling and grammar isn't fun but so necessary. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/am-so-glad-i-dont-write-this-way-pixabay.jpgam so glad i don't write this way - pixabaySo glad I don't have to write this way. Pixabay image. 2019-01-11T22:50:48+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/01/08/progress-plans-and-moods/2019-01-08T21:30:13+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/01/04/a-welcome-break-and-winter-traditions/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/when-tvs-were-like-this-watching-the-box-was-a-proper-family-occasion-pixabay.jpgwhen tvs were like this, watching the box was a proper family occasion - pixabayHow TV used to be! Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/walking-in-landscapes-like-this-is-a-great-joy-pixabay.jpgwalking in landscapes like this is a great joy - pixabayWalking through a landscape like this is a joy. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/the-weather-was-remarkably-good-for-our-west-bay-beach-walking.jpgthe weather was remarkably good for our west bay beach walkinghttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/the-mateley-wood-tracks-were-easy-to-follow.jpgthe mateley wood tracks were easy to followThe Mateley tracks are easy to follow. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/the-sea-was-relatively-calm-for-the-time-of-year.jpgthe sea was relatively calm for the time of yearLove the sun glinting off the sea in Dorset. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/saw-plenty-of-horses-in-the-new-forest-pixabay.jpgsaw plenty of horses in the new forest - pixabayLady skirts around the New Forest ponies. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/part-of-our-new-forest-walk-this-reminded-me-of-the-dead-pools-in-lord-of-the-rings.jpgpart of our new forest walk - this reminded me of the dead pools in lord of the ringsThis at Mateley reminded me of the dead pools in Lord of the Rings! Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/mateley-wood.jpgmateley woodA post Christmas New Forest walk is traditional for me. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/lovely-views-of-west-bay.jpglovely views of west bayAnother view of West Bay. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/just-as-well-we-didnt-see-any-of-these-lady-wouldve-been-after-it-pixabay.jpgjust as well we didn't see any of these, lady would've been after it - pixabayLady's tradition is to chase these! Pixabay image.2019-01-04T21:33:50+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2019/01/01/a-new-year-new-goals/2019-01-01T21:41:56+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/12/27/christmas-and-stories/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/The-worlds-most-famous-timepiece-Pixabay.jpgThe world's most famous timepiece - PixabayThe world's most famous timepiece. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Taking-time-to-look-back-on-achievements-and-look-ahead-to-those-to-come-Pixabay.jpgTaking time to look back on achievements and look ahead to those to come - Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/The-one-time-of-year-Time-itself-IS-the-news-Pixabay.jpgThe one time of year Time itself IS the news - PixabayThe one time of year when Time itself is the news. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Taking-time-to-look-back-on-achievements-and-look-ahead-to-those-to-come-Pixabay-Copy.jpgTaking time to look back on achievements and look ahead to those to come - Pixabay - CopyTaking time to look back and then look ahead is a good thing. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/New-Years-Eve-Pixabay.jpgNew Year's Eve - PixabayHappy New Year! Pixabay imagehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/New-Years-Eve-Pixabay-Copy.jpgNew Year's Eve - Pixabay - CopyHave a lovely time! Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/I-reviewed-my-goals-for-2018-and-will-set-some-for-2019-Pixabay-Copy.jpgI reviewed my goals for 2018 and will set some for 2019 - Pixabay - CopyWhat goals have you set for 2019 though? Pixabay imagehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/I-reviewed-my-goals-for-2018-and-will-set-some-for-2019-Pixabay.jpgI reviewed my goals for 2018 and will set some for 2019 - PixabayI set some goals for this year and will shortly set some for 2019. Pixabay imagehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/I-must-admit-my-smartphone-has-yet-to-produce-this-Pixabay.jpgI must admit my smartphone has yet to produce this! PixabayMy smartphone has not yet managed this! Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Hope-your-2019-is-a-positive-one-Pixabay.jpgHope your 2019 is a positive one - PixabayHope 2019 proves to be as good as possible for everyone. Pixabay image.2018-12-27T22:20:18+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/12/21/christmas-stories/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Which-world-will-your-book-show-you-Pixabay.jpgWhich world will your book show you - PixabayWhat worlds will new books show you? Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/This-reminds-me-of-The-Polar-Express-Pixabay-image.jpgThis reminds me of The Polar Express - Pixabay imageReminds me of Polar Express. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/This-is-pretty-much-what-I-plan-to-do-over-the-festive-season-though-Lady-would-never-stay-still-in-the-sack-Pixabay-image-.jpgThis is pretty much what I plan to do over the festive season though Lady would never stay still in the sack - Pixabay imageWhat I hope to do over the Christmas break. Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Theres-a-story-here-not-least-in-how-Santa-got-down-from-his-sleigh-see-where-he-has-parked-it-Pixabay.jpgThere's a story here not least in how Santa got down from his sleigh, see where he has parked it - PixabayHOW did Santa get down from his sleigh? Look at where he's parked it! Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/The-gardeners-best-friend-and-with-their-own-legend-associated-with-the-Nativity-Pixabay-image.jpgThe gardener's best friend and with their own legend associated with the Nativity - Pixabay imageThe lovely robin which has a charming Nativity legend attached to it. It got its red breast thanks to fanning a fire to keep the Holy Family warm. Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/The-Nativity-story-Pixabay.jpgThe Nativity story - PixabayThe Nativity. Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/The-dark-nights-draw-in-too-soon-at-this-time-of-year-Pixabay-image.jpgThe dark nights draw in too soon at this time of year - Pixabay imageLighten up your world with stories! Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/The-classic-start-to-fairytales-Pixabay.jpgThe classic start to fairytales - PixabayThe classic start for fairytales. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/One-account-of-the-Nativity-is-in-St.-Lukes-gospel-Pixabay.jpgOne account of the Nativity is in St. Luke's gospel - PixabayOne account of the Nativity is in St. Luke's Gospel. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/I-could-not-have-expressed-this-better-Pixabay-image.jpgI could not have expressed this better - Pixabay imageAnd Happy New Year to you all. Pixabay image.2018-12-21T22:48:32+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/12/18/writing-wish-list-why-write-flash-fiction-and-special-offers/2018-12-18T22:39:50+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/12/14/celebrations-reading-work-out-and-framing-stories/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/The-London-Waterloo-clock-Pixabay-image.jpgThe London Waterloo clock - Pixabay imageThe Waterloo clock. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/The-London-tube-map-is-a-work-of-art-and-recognised-as-one-now-Pixabay-image.jpgThe London tube map is a work of art (and recognised as one now) - Pixabay imageThe work of art that is the London tube map. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/The-lack-of-height-sometimes-gets-in-my-way-image-by-Dawn-Kentish-Knox.jpgThe lack of height sometimes gets in my way - image by Dawn Kentish KnoxSometimes my lack of height can be a pain! Image by Dawn Kentish Knox.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Thanks-go-to-Paula-Readman-for-organising-the-pre-event-pub-lunch.-Her-flash-tale-is-in-Cafelit-7-this-year.-Image-by-Allison-Syme-.jpgThanks go to Paula Readman for organising the pre-event pub lunch. Her flash tale is in Cafelit 7 this year. Image by Allison SymePaula Readman reads her story out and organised a pre-event pub lunch get together! Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Some-of-the-Crackers-and-Cafelit-7-authors-image-by-Allison-Symes.jpgSome of the Crackers and Cafelit 7 authors - image by Allison SymesSome of the Crackers and Best of Cafelit 7 authors. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Margaret-Bulley-reads-from-her-published-works.-Image-by-Allison-Symes.jpgMargaret Bulley reads from her published works. Image by Allison SymesMargaret Bulleyment entertains us all with her story. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/It-was-a-real-treat-to-finally-meet-Amanda-Huggins-and-to-hear-her-story-image-by-Allison-Symes.jpgIt was a real treat to finally meet Amanda Huggins and to hear her story - image by Allison SymesAmanda Huggins reads her story. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/I-read-a-few-of-my-flash-fiction-stories-and-am-pleased-they-go-down-well-image-by-Dawn-Kentish-Knox.jpgI read a few of my flash fiction stories and am pleased they go down well - image by Dawn Kentish KnoxI read some of my flash fiction from FLTDBA and Cafelit. Image by Dawn Kentish Knoxhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/I-draw-the-ticket-for-the-prize-of-a-very-special-book-image-by-Dawn-Kentish-Knox.jpgI draw the ticket for the prize of a very special book - image by Dawn Kentish KnoxI pick the winning ticket for Magical Christmas. Image by Dawn Kentish Knoxhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Gill-James-starts-proceedings-by-bringing-us-up-to-date-with-the-latest-news-image-by-Allison-Symes.jpgGill James starts proceedings by bringing us up to date with the latest news -image by Allison SymesGill James starts proceedings off at the annual celebration event. Image by Allison Symes2018-12-14T22:04:51+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/12/11/time-to-read-and-heroes-and-villains/2018-12-11T21:20:58+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/12/07/crucial-characterisation-and-a-charity-cookbook/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/feature-image-scrumptious-cooking-charity-and-barbara-large.jpgFeature Image - Scrumptious Cooking, Charity, and Barbara Largehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/i-read-a-few-of-my-flash-fiction-stories-and-am-pleased-they-go-down-well-image-by-dawn-kentish-knox1.jpgI read a few of my flash fiction stories and am pleased they go down well - image by Dawn Kentish Knoxhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/anne-wan-and-allison-symes-at-bay-leaves-larder.jpgAnne Wan and Allison Symes at Bay Leaves Larderhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/shooting-star-barbara-and-anne-1.jpgShooting Star - Barbara and Anne 1https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/whether-you-write-to-screen-or-paper-there-will-be-more-than-one-draft-pixabay.jpgWhether you write to screen or paper, there will be more than one draft - PixabayBarbara Large has done so much to support and encourage writers for many years. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/who-doesnt-love-a-comfy-chair-pixabay.jpgWho doesn't love a comfy chair - PixabayPerfect place to dip into a new cookbook perhaps? Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/vegetables-are-versatile-pixabay.jpgVegetables are versatile - PixabayVegetables are versatile. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/some-lovely-ingredients-for-soup-here-pixabay.jpgSome lovely ingredients for soup here - PixabayLots of lovely ingredients for soup here. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/electronic-scales-pixabay.jpgelectronic scales - PixabayElectronic scales. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/i-remember-scales-like-these-well-pixabay.jpgI remember scales like these well - PixabayI remember scales like these! Pixabay image.2018-12-07T23:17:05+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/12/04/celebrations-and-acronyms/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/i-draw-the-ticket-for-the-prize-of-a-very-special-book-image-by-dawn-kentish-knox.jpgI draw the ticket for the prize of a very special book - image by Dawn Kentish KnoxI draw out the winning ticket for a very special book, one I've reviewed. Image by Dawn Kentish Knoxhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/the-lack-of-height-sometimes-gets-in-my-way-image-by-dawn-kentish-knox.jpgThe lack of height sometimes gets in my way - image by Dawn Kentish KnoxThe lack of height can sometimes be a right pain! Image by Dawn Kentish Knoxhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/20181201_140503.jpg20181201_140503Great to meet old friends and new here. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/20181201_140509.jpg20181201_140509Gill James (left, back) made us all welcome. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/20181201_144637.jpg20181201_144637Lots of chances to talk to fellow writers and readers. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/20181201_141744.jpg20181201_141744Some of the authors in the latest Bridge House anthology, Crackers. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/20181201_141731.jpg20181201_141731https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/20181201_084846.jpg20181201_084846As ever the Christmas tree at Waterloo looked lovely. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/20181201_161725.jpg20181201_161725https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/20181201_162622.jpg20181201_162622Debz reads from her novel. Image by Allison Symes2018-12-04T21:35:53+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/11/30/stories/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/achieving-goals-what-goals-will-you-set-pixabay-image.jpgACHIEVING GOALS - What goals will you set - Pixabay imageGoals don't have to be huge but can give you a huge sense of achievement as you tick them off. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/achieving-goals-you-can-set-short-term-mid-term-and-longer-term-goals-pixabay-image.jpgACHIEVING GOALS - You can set short term mid term and longer term goals - Pixabay imageLet those ideas flow! Pixabay imagehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/achieving-goals-the-writers-journey-is-a-long-one-but-setting-goals-along-the-way-makes-sense-pixabay-image.jpgACHIEVING GOALS - The writer's journey is a long one but setting goals along the way makes sense - Pixabay imageThe writing journey can be a long one so setting goals along the way makes sense. Pixabay imagehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/achieving-goals-someone-set-a-goal-here-but-ive-yet-to-see-this-being-achieved-for-myself-pixabay-image.jpgACHIEVING GOALS - Someone set a goal here but I've yet to see this being achieved for myself - Pixabay imageSomeone set a goal here of some sort! Pixabay imagehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/achieving-goals-it-pays-to-take-time-out-to-work-out-what-you-would-like-to-achieve-and-how-you-could-get-there-pixabay-image.jpgACHIEVING GOALS - It pays to take time out to work out what you would like to achieve and how you could get there - Pixabay imageSet goals for the short, medium and long terms. Pixabay imagehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/achieivng-goals-how-will-you-do-pixabay-imge.jpgACHIEIVNG GOALS - how will you do - Pixabay imgeChanging from one state to the other with your writing goals! Pixabay imagehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/typical-old-london-the-greyness-matches-scrooge-at-the-start-of-a-christmas-carol-image-via-pexels.jpgTypical old London - the greyness matches Scrooge at the start of A Christmas Carol - image via PexelsTypical Old London. The greyness and bleakness matches Scrooge at the start of the story. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/scrooge-is-haunted-pixabay-image.jpgScrooge is haunted - Pixabay imageScrooge is haunted by the ghosts in chains. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/mike-and-cast-note-the-changed-scrooge-in-his-christmas-waistcoat-to-the-right.jpgMike and cast - note the changed Scrooge in his Christmas waistcoat to the rightNote Scrooge, as played by Lester Parry, is wearing a gold waistcoat, a simple showing of his transformation. Prior to that he'd been all in black. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/mike-standing-addressing-the-audience-at-the-end-of-the-show-image-by-allison-symes.jpgMike Standing addressing the audience at the end of the show - image by Allison SymesAnother view of the closing speech by the director, surrounded by the cast.. Image by Allison Symes2018-11-30T21:54:44+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/11/27/getting-started-and-moving-on/2018-11-27T21:07:31+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/11/24/light-and-dark/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/we-would-not-see-the-stars-shining-without-the-darkness-to-set-them-off-pixabay-image.jpgWe would not see the stars shining without the darkness to set them off - Pixabay imageWithout the darkness, we would not see the stars. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/there-is-something-almost-mystical-here-pixabay-image.jpgThere is something almost mystical here - Pixabay imageThere is something almost mystical here. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/the-moon-may-only-reflect-the-sun-light-but-it-is-still-beautiful-in-its-own-right-pixabay.jpgThe moon may only reflect the sun light but it is still beautiful in its own right - PixabayThe darkness can have its own beauty. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/the-colours-here-are-fantastic-the-light-fantastic-perhaps-pixabay.jpgThe colours here are fantastic - the light fantastic perhaps - PixabayWhat wonderful colours. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/rainbow-pixabay-image.jpgRainbow - Pixabay imageThe light fantastic as represented by the rainbow. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/old-school-photography-pixabay.jpgOld school photography - Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/i-love-a-good-sunset-too-pixabay-image.jpgI love a good sunset too - Pixabay imageThe sun setting. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/full-moon-rising-through-the-trees-pixabay.jpgFull moon rising through the trees - PixabayThe moon rising. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/feature-image-the-light-fantastic.jpgFeature Image - The Light Fantastichttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/fairytales-may-or-may-not-be-set-in-a-fantastic-world-but-they-can-shed-light-on-human-motives-and-actions-pixabay.jpgFairytales may or may not be set in a fantastic world but they can shed light on human motives and actions - Pixabay2018-11-24T00:17:43+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/11/20/mixing-it-up-2/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/walking-into-the-words-maybe-pixabay-image.jpgWalking into the words maybe - Pixabay imageStepping into another world.. Pixbayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/how-well-populated-is-your-fictional-world-pixabay-image.jpgHow well populated is your fictional world - Pixabay imageThere be dragons. Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/fiction-has-to-have-solid-foundations-often-borne-out-by-non-fiction-work-pixabay-image.jpgFiction has to have solid foundations, often borne out by non fiction work - Pixabay imagehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/the-fantastical-world-should-still-be-grounded-in-reality-pixabay-image.jpgThe fantastical world should still be grounded in reality - Pixabay image2018-11-20T21:30:03+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/11/16/all-about-time/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/wormhole-pixabay-image.jpgWormhole - Pixabay imageWormhole. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/too-much-to-do-too-little-time-perhaps-pixabay-image1.jpgToo much to do, too little time perhaps - Pixabay imageToo much to do, too little time perhaps? Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/time-travel-to-the-past-a-good-idea-or-not-pixabay-image.jpgTime travel to the past - a good idea or not - Pixabay imageIs travelling in time a good idea? Where would you go if you could? Pixabay imagehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/the-worlds-most-famous-clock-tower-though-big-ben-itself-gets-its-name-from-the-bell-pixabay-image.jpgThe world's most famous clock tower though Big Ben itself gets its name from the bell - Pixabay imageThe UK's most famous clock though Big Ben gets its name from the bell! Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/the-time-turner-pixabay-image.jpgThe Time Turner - Pixabay imageThe time turner. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/it-is-thanks-to-the-railways-we-have-standardised-time-here-in-the-uk-pixabay-image.jpgIt is thanks to the railways we have standardised time here in the UK - Pixabay imageThe railways standardised time in the UK. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/the-most-famous-time-machine-of-them-all-the-tardis-pixabay-image.jpgThe most famous time machine of them all - The Tardis - Pixabay imageThe most famous time machine of all. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/if-you-spot-this-in-your-mirror-you-are-definitely-in-the-wrong-time-zone-pixabay-image.jpgIf you spot this in your mirror, you are definitely in the wrong time zone - Pixabay imageIf you see this in your mirror, you are in big trouble and the wrong time zone. Pixabay imagehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/id-argue-spending-time-reading-relaxing-not-obviously-doing-anything-is-not-wasting-time-pixabay-image.jpgI'd argue spending time reading, relaxing, not obviously doing anything is NOT wasting time - Pixabay imageI'd argue reading, relaxing etc is NOT wasting time. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/feature-image-time-management.jpgFeature Image - Time Management2018-11-17T09:00:01+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/11/13/remembering-and-the-point-of-fiction/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/tower-of-london-3485119__4801.jpgtower-of-london-3485119__480https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/remember-1750119__4801.jpgremember-1750119__480https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/too-much-to-do-too-little-time-perhaps-pixabay-image.jpgToo much to do, too little time perhaps - Pixabay image2018-11-13T21:21:53+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/11/09/memories-and-motivations/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/zyklon-b-1187841__480.jpgzyklon-b-1187841__480Zyklon. Used in the concentration camps. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/ww2-memorial.jpgWW2 memorialIndeed. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/ww1-2111969__480.jpgww1-2111969__480World War One memories. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/tower-of-london-3485119__480.jpgtower-of-london-3485119__480The Tower of London poppies from a few years ago. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/taking-photographic-memories-the-old-school-way.jpgTaking photographic memories the old school wayPhotos the old school way. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/some-things-should-never-be-forgotten.jpgSome things should never be forgottenSome things should never be forgotten. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/remembrance-1057685__480.jpgremembrance-1057685__480World War Two memorial. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/remember-1750119__480.jpgremember-1750119__480We dare not forget. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/photos-are-so-useful-as-memory-triggers-pixabay-image.jpgPhotos are so useful as memory triggers - Pixabay imagePhotos are vital to help preserve memories. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/in-flanders-fields-museum-991034__480.jpgin-flanders-fields-museum-991034__480In Flanders Fields Museum. Pixabay image.2018-11-09T22:50:18+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/11/06/writing-acronyms/2018-11-06T21:13:59+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/11/02/reviews-and-remembering/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/in-flanders-fields.jpgIn Flanders FieldsThe men have fallen. Image by Stuart Wineberg.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/the-men-have-fallen-the-curtain-is-down-and-john-macrae-says-it-all.jpgThe men have fallen, the curtain is down and John Macrae says it allhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/the-men-have-gone-over-the-top.jpgThe men have gone over the topThe men finally go over the top. Image by Stuart Wineberg.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/the-fighting-is-going-on-all-around-them.jpgThe fighting is going on all around themThe fighting is all around them. Image by Stuart Wineberg.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/the-details-on-the-set-itself-were-amazing-such-as-this-trench-warfare-warning-notice.jpgThe details on the set itself were amazing such as this trench warfare warning noticeThe details on the set were amazing, This is just one. Image by Stuart Wineberg.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/bob-helps-blackadder-plan-a-show-put-on-a-successful-one-and-theyre-out-of-the-trenches.jpgBob helps Blackadder plan a show, put on a successful one and they're out of the trenchesPrivate Bob helps Blackadder put on a show. If successful, they all escape the trenches. Image by Stuart Wineberg.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/blackadder-and-george-discuss-the-finer-points-of-that-renowned-magazine-king-and-country.jpgBlackadder and George discuss the finer points of that renowned magazine King and CountryBlackadder and George discuss the finer points of King and Country magazine. Image by Stuart Wineberg.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/baldrick-carves-his-name-on-a-bullet-thinking-there-cant-be-two-with-his-name-on-it-out-there.jpgBaldrick carves his name on a bullet thinking there can't be TWO with his name on it out thereBaldrick carves his name on a bullet. There CAN'T be two out there with his name on it surely? Image by Stuart Wineberg.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/the-cast.jpgThe castThe cast. Image by Stuart Wineberg.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/an-overview-of-the-set.jpgAn overview of the setAn overview of the set. Image by Stuart Wineberg.2018-11-02T23:58:44+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/10/30/fears-flash-fiction-and-keeping-it-simple/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/bb940-the2bbible2b-2bimage2bvia2bpixabay.jpgbb940-the2bbible2b-2bimage2bvia2bpixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/96796-acronyms2b-2bsome2bediting2bis2bdefinitely2bneeded2bhere.png96796-acronyms2b-2bsome2bediting2bis2bdefinitely2bneeded2bherehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/51301-acronyms2b-2bediting.jpg51301-acronyms2b-2beditingWrite first, edit later. Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/8d5ff-acronyms2b-2bkeyboard.jpg8d5ff-acronyms2b-2bkeyboardMaking the most of the writing time. Pixabay imagehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/7f7e3-acronyms2b-2bno2bmatter2bhow2bfantastic2byour2bworld252c2bit2bstill2bpays2bto2bkeep2byour2bwriting2bsimple.jpg7f7e3-acronyms2b-2bno2bmatter2bhow2bfantastic2byour2bworld252c2bit2bstill2bpays2bto2bkeep2byour2bwriting2bsimpleHope your Christmas books take you to all sorts of wonderful places! Pixabay imagehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/7834c-acronyms2b-2bimho.jpg7834c-acronyms2b-2bimhohttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/let-creativity-spill-out-image-via-pixabay.jpgLet creativity spill out - image via PixabayLet the creativity spill out. PIxabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/reading-can-make-you-feel-as-if-you-are-in-your-own-bubble-pixabay-image2.jpgReading can make you feel as if you are in your own bubble - Pixabay imageA good read means you ARE in a world of your own. Pixabay imagehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/knowing-how-our-solar-system-works-should-inire-you-to1.jpgKnowing how our solar system works should inire you toKnowledge of how our solar system works can inspire creating your fictional one. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/how-is-your-fantasy-world-governed-how-do-people-make-ends-meet-pixabay-image1.jpgHow is your fantasy world governed, how do people make ends meet - Pixabay imageHow is your fantastic world governed? Pixabay image2018-10-30T21:24:45+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/10/26/music-and-stories/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/feature-image-series-novels-part-3-pixabay-image.jpgFeature Image - Series Novels Part 3 - Pixabay imagehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/part-3-writer-at-work-other-beverages-are-available-pixabay.jpgPART 3 - Writer at work - other beverages are available - PixabayBeware! Writer at work. Other beverages are available. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/part-3-whatever-your-view-of-ghosts-there-is-something-suspicious-about-these-three-pixabay.jpgPART 3 - Whatever your view of ghosts, there is something suspicious about these three - Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/part-3-what-adventures-will-your-characters-have-pixabay.jpgPART 3 - What adventures will your characters have - PixabayThe lights fantastic. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/part-3-monster-book-of-monsters-what-fantasy-world-does-not-have-these-pixabay-image.jpgPART 3 - Monster book of monsters - what fantasy world does not have these- Pixabay imagehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/part-3-a-well-written-book-will-make-you-feel-as-if-you-are-on-the-journey-with-the-characters-pixabay.jpgPART 3 - A well written book will make you feel as if you are on the journey with the characters - Pixabay2018-10-26T22:18:42+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/10/23/objectives/2018-10-23T20:41:08+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/10/19/stand-alones-flash-fiction-and-fairytales/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/resized-trouble-with-swords-ecover-big-for-printing-1.jpgResized Trouble With Swords ecover BIG for printing (1)The second book in the Temporal Detective Agency series. Image supplied by Richard Hardie.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/resized-leap-of-faith-ecover-a.jpgResized Leap Of Faith ecover ARichard Hardie's debut novel in the Temporal Detective Agency series. Image kindly supplied by Richard.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/killers-countdown-book-cover.jpgKillers Countdown book coverDI Shona Mackenzie is the heroine in Wendy Jones' Killers series. Image supplied by Wendy Jones.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/jcw-kindred-westminster-1.jpgJCW-Kindred-Westminster-1One of Jennifer C Wilson's Kindred Spirits series. Image kindly supplied by her.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/hunters-chase-book-cover.jpgHunter's Chase book coverVal Penny's debut novel, image supplied by her.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/hunters-revenge-cover.jpgHunter's Revenge CoverVal Penny's latest release from her Edinburgh Crime Series. Many thanks to Val for supplying the cover image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/fergus-flora-book-1_daggerscurse_sm-1.jpgFergus & Flora book 1_DaggersCurse_sm-1Wendy Jones has a series out for older children here. Many thanks to Wendy for the cover image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/bertie-cover.jpgBertie CoverWendy Jones' first book for young children. Thanks to Wendy for supplying the cover.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/antiques-and-alibis-ebook.jpgAntiques and Alibis - EBOOKCass Claymore is the hero of Wendy Jones' book here. Many thanks to Wendy for the cover image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/anne-wan-snow-globe-menacing-magic-2.jpgAnne Wan - Snow Globe Menacing Magic -2Anne Wan's latest children's fiction book. Cover image supplied by Anne Wan.2018-10-19T21:59:19+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/10/16/time-pockets-and-titles/2018-10-16T20:49:41+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/10/12/joys-and-challenges/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/feature-image-series-novels-part-1-pixabay-image.jpgFeature Image - Series Novels Part 1 - Pixabay imagehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/fiction-has-to-have-solid-foundations-often-borne-out-by-non-fiction-work-pixabay-image1.jpgFiction has to have solid foundations, often borne out by non fiction work - Pixabay imageYour fiction must have solid foundations. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/reading-can-make-you-feel-as-if-you-are-in-your-own-bubble-pixabay-image1.jpgReading can make you feel as if you are in your own bubble - Pixabay imageReading immerses you in another world. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/the-writing-life-pixabay-image.jpgThe Writing Life - Pixabay imageThe Writing Life. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/the-first-draft-maybe-the-second-third-fourth-etc-pixabay-image1.jpgThe First Draft, maybe the second, third, fourth etc - Pixabay imageWhich number draft is this? Pixabay imagehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/love-books-love-writing-pixabay-image.jpgLove books, love writing - Pixabay imageLove writing, love reading, love books. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/hampshire-writers-picture-of-allison.jpgHAMPSHIRE WRITERS PICTURE OF ALLISONImage from Hampshire Writers Society where I have been a guest speaker. Great fun! Many thanks to HWS for permission to use the photo.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/the-first-draft-maybe-the-second-third-fourth-etc-pixabay-image.jpgThe First Draft, maybe the second, third, fourth etc - Pixabay imageThe first draft, the second, the tenth? Pixabay imagehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/val-author-pic-edinburgh.jpgVal Author pic EdinburghVal Penny who writes crime.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/rh-photo.jpgRH photoRichard Hardie who writes YA fantasy fiction.2018-10-12T21:50:38+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/10/09/story-prompts/2018-10-09T15:09:36+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/10/05/fantasical-and-reality-writing/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/which-galaxy-is-your-world-set-in-pixabay-image.jpgWhich galaxy is your world set in - Pixabay imageWhat galaxy is your world set in? Pixabay imagehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/what-light-will-your-stories-have-on-life-as-it-is-lived-here-pixabay-image.jpgWhat light will your stories have on life as it is lived here - Pixabay imageWhat light will your world shed on how ours "behaves"? Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/the-fantastical-world-should-still-be-grounded-in-reality-pixabay-image.jpgThe fantastical world should still be grounded in reality - Pixabay imageThe fantastical should still be grounded in reality (even if you create some of that reality too). Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/reality-including-on-how-we-feel-and-act-should-help-you-come-up-with-realistic-characters-pixabay-image.jpgReality including on how we feel and act should help you come up with realistic characters - Pixabay imageReality should feed your imagination. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/reading-can-make-you-feel-as-if-you-are-in-your-own-bubble-pixabay-image.jpgReading can make you feel as if you are in your own bubble - Pixabay imageReading can make it seem as if you are in your own bubble! Pixabay imagehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/no-matter-how-strange-your-characters-something-about-them-should-be-relatable-pixabay-image.jpgNo matter how strange your characters, something about them should be relatable - Pixabay imageNo matter how strange your characters or setting, there must still be identifiable elements for a reader. Pixabay imagehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/knowing-how-our-solar-system-works-should-inire-you-to.jpgKnowing how our solar system works should inire you toKnowing how our solar system works can help give ideas for making up your own! Pixabay imagehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/it-would-be-a-joy-to-research-information-for-my-fictional-work-here-pixabay-image.jpgIt would be a joy to research information for my fictional work here - Pixabay imageIt would be a joy to research here! Pixabay imagehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/is-this-light-to-show-us-a-new-world-or-to-reflect-our-own-world-right-back-at-us-pixabay-image.jpgIs this light to show us a new world or to reflect our own world right back at us - Pixabay imageIs this light the way into a new world? Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/how-well-populated-is-your-fictional-world-pixabay-image.jpgHow well populated is your fictional world - Pixabay imageWhat populates your fictional world? Pixabay image2018-10-05T21:56:14+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/10/02/the-appeal-of-writing/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/poster-showing-allison-as-guest-speaker-at-hws-october-2018.jpgPOSTER SHOWING ALLISON AS GUEST SPEAKER AT HWS OCTOBER 2018https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/likes-post-likes-pixabay-image.jpgLIKES POST - Likes - Pixabay imagehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/likes-post-dislikes-pixabay-image.jpgLIKES POST - dislikes - Pixabay imageWriting Likes and Dislikes. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/likes-post-if-in-doubt-consult-the-dictionary-pixabay-image.jpgLIKES POST - If in doubt consult the dictionary - Pixabay imageIf in doubt, consult the dictionary. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/likes-post-a-familiar-sight-to-us-all-pixabay-image1.jpgLIKES POST - a familiar sight to us all - Pixabay imagehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/likes-post-a-familiar-sight-to-us-all-pixabay-image.jpgLIKES POST - a familiar sight to us all - Pixabay imageA VERY familiar sight, alas! Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/likes-post-far-too-elegant-a-desk-for-me-pixabay-image.jpgLIKES POST - Far too elegant a desk for me! Pixabay imageMy writing desk is nowhere near as elegant as this one. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/likes-post-when-is-your-writing-time-pixabay-image.jpgLIKES POST - when is your writing time - Pixabay imageBooks are wonderful. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/likes-post-are-you-lost-in-the-world-of-your-story-pixabay-image.jpgLIKES POST - are you lost in the world of your story - Pixabay imageWhere will your reading take you? Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/likes-post-losing-yourself-in-a-book-pixabay-image.jpgLIKES POST - Losing yourself in a book - Pixabay imageLost in a world of books. Pixabay image.2018-10-02T20:27:20+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/09/28/word-play/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/what-barbara-larges-writing-classes-will-help-writers-discover-what-is-their-story-image-via-pixabay.jpgWhat Barbara Large's writing classes will help writers discover - what is their story - image via PixabayA good writing group will help you discover this. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/you-cant-beat-a-good-read-image-via-pixabay.jpgYou can't beat a good read, image via PixabayThe love of writing must equal the love of reading. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/fill-that-blank-sheet-with-ideas-from-non-fiction-as-well-as-other-fiction-works-image-via-pixabay.jpgFill that blank sheet with ideas from non-fiction as well as other fiction works - image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/one-thing-that-has-been-true-throughout-history-the-need-for-a-good-edit-image-via-pixabay.jpgOne thing that has been true throughout history - the need for a good edit - image via PixabayEdit, edit, edit! Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/the-old-fashioned-notebook-and-pen-still-have-major-roles-to-play-in-interviewing-image-via-pixabay.jpgThe old fashioned notebook and pen still have major roles to play in interviewing - image via PixabayPlay with words and fill that blank page. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/the-classic-transistor-radio-image-via-pixabay.jpgThe classic transistor radio - image via PixabayTransistor radio. Pixabay imagehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/old-radio-image-via-pixabay.jpgOld radio - image via PixabayEven older radio. Muir and Norden developed modern radio comedy as we know it now. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/a-classic-vintage-image-via-pixabay.jpgA classic vintage - image via PixabayOld radio. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/shakespeare-too-wrote-puns-pixabay-image.jpgShakespeare too wrote puns - Pixabay imageShakespeare liked his puns. Pixabay imagehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/oscar-wilde-is-justly-renowned-for-his-wit-pixabay-image.jpgOscar Wilde is justly renowned for his wit - Pixabay imageOscar Wilde was justly renowned for his wit. Pixabay image.2018-09-28T22:47:39+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/09/25/doctor-who-steam-trains-and-stories/2018-09-25T20:27:19+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/09/21/stories-stereotypes-tricks-and-unicorns/2018-09-21T22:47:57+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/09/18/story-ideas-and-publication-news/2018-09-18T20:27:18+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/09/14/writing-tips/2018-09-14T22:15:43+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/09/11/music-and-characters/2018-09-11T21:06:39+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/09/07/the-best-and-the-worst/2018-09-07T21:33:28+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/09/03/memories-and-collections/2018-09-03T20:27:28+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/08/31/reflections/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/feature-image-as-autumn-approaches-pixabay.jpgFeature Image - As Autumn Approaches - Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/sunday-school-outings-were-always-to-swanage.jpgSunday School outings were always to SwanageThe old church outing - always to Swanage in Dorset, Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/sunday-school-and-church-registers-many-names-here-recalled-with-great-fondness.jpgSunday School and church registers - many names here recalled with great fondnessSome old names were recalled from these lovely registers. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/part-of-my-churchs-exhibition.jpgPart of my church's exhibitionMore of the exhibition. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/one-of-our-best-results-was-to-raise-funds-for-a-bengal-school.jpgOne of our best results was to raise funds for a Bengal schoolOne of our best charity results. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/everyone-enjoyed-flipping-through-the-photo-albums-they-too-of-are-their-time.jpgEveryone enjoyed flipping through the photo albums, they too of are their timeEveryone loved flipping through the photo albums. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/cheque-presentation-time-for-various-charities-we-have-supported-over-the-years.jpgCheque presentation time for various charities we have supported over the yearsCheque presentation time. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/as-well-as-pictures-of-some-of-our-previous-ministers-i-liked-looking-at-old-verses-such-as-do-not-trouble-trouble.jpgAs well as pictures of some of our previous ministers, I liked looking at old verses such as Do Not Trouble TroubleA nice selection of pictures and programme events from the past. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/another-section-of-the-exhibition.jpgAnother section of the exhibitionPart of my church's 200th anniversary exhibition. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/sunshine-amongst-the-trees-is-always-lovely-but-i-think-more-so-in-autumn.jpgSunshine amongst the trees is always lovely but I think more so in autumnLove the sunshine through the trees. Pixabay image.2018-08-31T22:44:07+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/08/28/titles-and-prompts/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/changes-post-be-ready-to-change-image-via-pixabay.jpgCHANGES POST - Be ready to change - image via PixabayBe open to change. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/character-resembling-characters-no-matter-what-their-world-setting-should-resonate-with-readers.jpgCHARACTER RESEMBLING - characters no matter what their world setting should resonate with readersNo matter what your setting, your characters need to resonate with readers. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/highs-post-writing-in-the-old-days.jpgHIGHS POST - Writing in the old daysOld school writing! Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/highs-post-i-recall-using-a-manual-typewriter.jpgHIGHS POST - I recall using a manual typewriterI remember using a manual typewriter. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/highs-post-plugging-in-for-new-ideas-perhaps.jpgHIGHS POST - Plugging in for new ideas perhapsCharging up for new ideas, maybe? Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/highs-post-as-i-write-now.jpgHIGHS POST - As I write nowAs I write now. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/highs-post-those-light-bulb-moments.jpgHIGHS POST - Those light bulb moments...Generating those ideas. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/highs-post-coming-up-with-a-great-new-idea-always-puts-a-smile-on-my-face-too.jpgHIGHS POST - Coming up with a great new idea always puts a smile on my face tooThis made me smile! Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/highs-post-an-inspiring-thought.jpgHIGHS POST - An inspiring thoughtIndeed! Pixabay image.2018-08-28T21:44:31+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/08/24/unwinding-your-characters-and-good-writing-conferences/2018-08-24T22:10:52+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/08/23/writing-should-be-fun/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/the-open-mic-for-prose-night2.jpgThe Open Mic for Prose nightMany thanks to Geoff Parkes for kind permission to use this shot of me reading at the Swanwick Prose Open Mic Night.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/it-was-great-listening-to-the-wide-range-of-stories-at-the-prose-night-and-the-bell-made-sure-none-of-us-overran.jpgIt was great listening to the wide range of stories at the Prose night - and the bell made sure none of us overranIt was great listening to all the stories at the Prose Night. Image by Geoff Parkes. Many thanks to him.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/fltdba-in-the-swanwick-book-room.jpgFLTDBA in the Swanwick Book RoomFLTDBA for sale in the Swanwick Book Room. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/always-time-for-a-laugh-with-fellow-writers-1.jpgAlways time for a laugh with fellow writers-1Always time for a laugh with writer friends! Many thanks to Cheryl Holland for taking this with my phone.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/a-lovely-place-to-sit-and-write-1.jpgA lovely place to sit and write-1A lovely place to sit and think or write or both! Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/one-of-my-favourite-swanwick-grounds-pics.jpgOne of my favourite Swanwick grounds picsOne of my favourite spots at Swanwick. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/in-between-the-courses-it-was-lovely-to-walk-around-the-swanwick-grounds.jpgIn between the courses, it was lovely to walk around the Swanwick groundsWalking around the grounds at Swanwick is lovely. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/the-open-mic-for-prose-night1.jpgThe Open Mic for Prose nightMany thanks to Geoff Parkes for kind permission to use this shot of my reading from FLTDBA at the Open Prose Mic at Swanwick.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/the-open-mic-for-prose-night.jpgThe Open Mic for Prose nightReading from FLTDBA at the Prose Open Mic night. Image by Geoff Parkes and used by kind permission.2018-08-23T20:32:30+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/08/21/swanwick-set-backs-and-favourite-writing-tips/2018-09-01T02:47:36+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/08/17/coming-back-to-earth/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/puns-welcome-here-pixabay-image.jpgPuns welcome here - Pixabay imagePuns welcome here... Pixabay imagehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/listening-to-books-pixabay-image.jpgListening to books! Pixabay imageAudio book... Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/good-reading-here-pixabay-image.jpgGood reading here - Pixabay imageGood reading - and writing to be done - here. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/a-truly-beautiful-book-pixabay-image.jpgA truly beautiful book - Pixabay imageA truly beautiful book. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/ive-not-yet-read-a-book-in-these-conditions-have-you-pixabay-image.jpgI've not yet read a book in these conditions, have you - Pixabay imageI've never read a book in these conditions, have you? Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/another-one-ive-yet-to-see-happen-pixabay-image.jpgAnother one I've yet to see happen - Pixabay imageAnother one I've yet to see happen. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/someone-fancied-a-change-of-reading-material-evidently-pixabay-image.jpgSomeone fancied a change of reading material evidently - Pixabay imageTime for the SERIOUS reading! Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/im-sure-kermit-must-enjoy-a-lighthearted-read-pixabay-image.jpgI'm sure Kermit must enjoy a lighthearted read - Pixabay imageSomeone likes a light read. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/have-yet-to-see-this-happen-pixabay-image.jpgHave yet to see this happen - Pixabay imageSomething I've yet to see happen! Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/feature-image-books-that-should-have-been-written.jpgFeature Image - Books That Should Have Been WrittenThis week's CFT post. Pixabay image.2018-08-17T22:58:50+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/08/10/getting-away-from-it-all-and-the-fairytale-a-to-z-part-1/2018-08-10T21:34:31+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/08/09/swanwick-scheduling-and-the-book-cover-challenge/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/or-you-could-just-get-lost-in-one-good-book.jpgOr you could just get lost in one good bookOr get away from it all in one book. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/you-could-get-lost-in-a-world-of-books-here-trinity-college-dublin.jpgYou could get lost in a world of books here (Trinity College, Dublin)Trinity College, Dublin. Pixabay image. Seriously impressive!https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/wouldnt-mind-getting-away-from-it-all-here.jpgWouldn't mind getting away from it all hereWould love to get lost in here for a while. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/getting-away-from-it-all-in-the-great-outdoors.jpgGetting away from it all in the great outdoorsLove the great outdoors and use it to fire ideas for your stories and posts. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/i-can-think-of-worse-places-to-be-the-garden-can-be-heaven-on-earth-whether-it-is-your-own-or-you-go-visiting.jpgI can think of worse places to be - the garden can be heaven on earth whether it is your own or you go visitingWhat writing inspiration can you find in a garden? Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/getting-away-from-it-all-by-train.jpgGetting away from it all by trainGetting away from it all by train. Pixabay image.2018-08-09T20:51:21+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/08/05/your-first-writing-and-swanwick/2018-08-05T20:15:59+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/08/03/a-bunch-of-amateurs-the-magic-of-theatre-and-non-fiction/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/denis-shows-that-his-idea-of-a-limo-for-jefferson-is-very-different-to-what-jefferson-thought-would-turn-up.jpgDenis shows that his idea of a limo for Jefferson is very different to what Jefferson thought would turn upDenis shows Jefferson what HIS idea of a limo for a star is!https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/jeffersons-reaction-to-the-beer-does-not-go-down-well.jpgJefferson's reaction to the beer does not go down wellhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/lauren-introduces-the-idea-of-product-placement-well-she-is-married-to-the-sponsor.jpgLauren introduces the idea of product placement, well she is married to the sponsorhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/lauren-comes-in-to-find-out-how-things-are-going.jpgLauren comes in to find out how things are goinghttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/no-love-lost-here.jpgNo love lost hereNo love lost here. One role - one man got it, the other wanted it!https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/jefferson-is-about-to-tell-his-agent-what-he-thinks-of-him.jpgJefferson is about to tell his agent what he thinks of himJefferson is about to tell his agent what he thinks of him.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/jefferson-has-just-discovered-he-is-not-at-the-stratford-or-with-the-rsc.jpgJefferson has just discovered he is not at THE Stratford or with the RSCAmerican star, Jefferson Steel, discovers he is NOT at THE Stratford, yet alone acting with the RSC.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/feature-image-a-bunch-of-amateurs.jpgFeature Image - A Bunch of AmateursFeature Image for my CFT post.2018-08-03T22:16:57+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/08/02/handling-criticism/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/the-heard-it-all-before-dad-look-jessica-has-this-to-perfection.jpgThe heard it all before, Dad, look - Jessica has this to perfectionhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/the-stratford-players-but-not-rsc.jpgThe Stratford Players but not RSChttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/the-programme.jpgThe programmeThe programme. Image used with permission.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/a-bunch-of-amateurs-montage.jpgA Bunch of Amateurs montageA Bunch of Amateurs montage. Image used with permission.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/clarity-post-clarity-of-thought-should-lead-to-clarity-of-expression-image-via-pixabay.jpgCLARITY POST - Clarity of thought should lead to clarity of expression - image via PixabayClarity and constructive criticism are always useful. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/criticism-post-being-judged.jpgCRITICISM POST - being judgedBeing judged. Pixabay imagehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/criticism-post-what-good-judging-should-be-and-that-includes-for-reviews-etc.jpgCRITICISM POST - What good judging should be and that includes for reviews etcWhat criticism should be. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/criticism-post-always-a-good-idea-and-plenty-of-thinking-time-should-be-allowed-for-reviewing-work.jpgCRITICISM POST - Always a good idea and plenty of thinking time should be allowed for reviewing workAlways a good idea! Pixabay image.2018-08-02T20:38:26+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/07/29/finding-ideas/2018-07-29T20:12:57+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/07/31/introducing-crime-writer-val-penny/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/hunters-revenge-cover.jpgHunter's Revenge CoverVal Penny's latest work is a great read. Image kindly supplied by Val Pennyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/hunters-revenge-banner.jpgHunter's Revenge Bannerhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/author-pic-2.jpgauthor pic 22018-07-31T10:34:06+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/07/27/judgement-day/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/the-tickbox-kind-of-feedback-sheet-can-have-its-uses-pixabay-image.jpgThe tickbox kind of feedback sheet can have its uses - Pixabay imageTickbox sheets can be useful for evaluating work. Pixabay Image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/this-kind-of-structure-is-useful-for-helping-you-improve-what-you-do-pixabay-image.jpgThis kind of structure is useful for helping you improve what you do - Pixabay imagehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/well-they-seem-engrossed-anyway-pixabay-image.jpgWell they seem engrossed anyway... Pixabay imageStudying to see if all the corrections have been dealth with. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/what-good-judging-should-be-and-that-includes-for-reviews-etc.jpgWhat good judging should be and that includes for reviews etcWhat every review should be. Pixabay image,https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/being-able-to-discuss-work-and-review-is-is-useful-whether-done-face-to-face-or-online-pixabay-image.jpgBeing able to discuss work and review is is useful, whether done face to face or online - Pixabay imageDiscussing your work with others can be benefiefciahttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/feature-image-judgement-day-docx.jpgFeature Image - Judgement Day.docxAlwyas a good iea! Pixabay imag.2018-07-27T23:01:36+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/07/24/frustrating-things-about-writing/2018-07-24T21:05:58+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/07/20/finding-story-ideas-getting-out-and-about-and-myths-and-legends/2018-07-20T23:10:22+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/07/19/guest-blogging-and-facebook-author-page-likes/2018-07-19T22:09:03+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/07/17/wildflowers-and-saggy-middles/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/this-is-just-a-small-section-of-some-wonderfully-coloured-flowers.jpgThis is just a small section of some wonderfully coloured flowersAnother view of the wildflower meadow. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/looking-up-towards-the-hilt.jpgLooking up towards the HiltLooking up the length of the park from behind the meadow. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/couldnt-resist-taking-this-close-up-such-a-lovely-variety.jpgCouldn't resist taking this close up - such a lovely varietyFrom my local wildflower meadow a few weeks back. Loved the colours. Image by Allison Symes.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/spot-the-poppy.jpgSpot the poppyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/i-love-the-colour-combinations-in-the-wildflower-meadow.jpgI love the colour combinations in the wildflower meadowA close up of the wonderful wildflower meadow in my local park. Image by Allison Symes2018-07-17T20:40:19+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/07/13/writing-niggles-conferences-and-a-review-of-the-fair/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/another-view-of-my-book-stand-1.jpgAnother view of my book stand-1At the Hursley Park Book Fair. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/book-fair-flyer.jpgBook fair FlyerThe Fair flyer. Image kindly supplied by Glenn Salter, aka Simon Fairfaxhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/a-view-of-the-grounds-at-hursley-park-1.jpgA view of the grounds at Hursley Park-1Part of the grounds of Hursley Park. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/anne-wans-stand-at-the-fair-1.jpgAnne Wan's stand at the fair-1Former CFT interviewee, Anne Wan, children's author, was also at the Fair. Great to catch up on the latest news. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/felicity-fair-thompsons-stand-at-the-fair-1.jpgFelicity Fair Thompson's stand at the fair - 1Former CFT interviewee, Felicity Fair Thompson was at the Fair. Great to see her again. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/looking-up-the-arena-from-my-stand-1.jpgLooking up the arena from my stand 1Looking up one side of the hall from my stand. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/simon-fairfaxs-stand-at-the-fair-1.jpgSimon Fairfax's stand at the fair 1Simon Fairfax, the organiser, and his books at the Fair. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/my-laminated-book-cover-on-the-way-in-to-the-fair-1.jpgMy laminated book cover on the way in to the fair 1My laminated book cover on the way into the Fair. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/hpbf-review-feature-image.jpgHPBF Review Feature imageSays it all really. Image by Allison Symes.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/richard-hardies-stand-at-the-fair-1.jpgRichard Hardie's stand at the Fair-1YA author, Richard Hardie's stand at the Fair. Image by Allison Symes2018-07-13T23:31:33+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/07/10/getting-into-character/2018-07-10T20:54:47+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/07/06/why-i-blog-part-2-and-what-your-fictional-world-needs/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/with-diaries-you-would-literally-cut-and-paste-pictures-in.jpgWith diaries you would literally cut and paste pictures inOld diaries and pictures. Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/how-they-put-pictures-into-books-in-the-very-old-days.jpgHow they put pictures into books in the very old daysPictures in text the old fashioned way. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/a-familiar-sight-to-most-of-us.jpgA familiar sight to most of usThis seems a familiar sight! Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/there-was-always-something-magical-about-having-a-new-book-to-write-in.jpgThere was always something magical about having a new book to write inThe blank page (or screen) is ready for your diary (or blog!). Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/potentially-your-blog-could-go-global.jpgPotentially your blog could go globalBlog on and enjoy! Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/hooge-crater.jpgHooge CraterMany thanks to Dawn Kentish Knox for sharing this from her blog.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/feature-image-2-why-i-blog-part-2.jpgFeature Image 2 - Why I Blog Part 2Part 2 of Why I Blog. Image via Pixabay.2018-07-06T22:46:18+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/07/05/finding-a-fresh-angle-blogging-and-adjusting-your-reading/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/hobbiton-frodo-gave-up-his-comfortable-home-image-via-pixabay.jpgHobbiton - Frodo gave up his comfortable home - image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/the-heavens-declare-the-glory-of-god-image-via-pixabay.jpgThe Heavens Declare the Glory of God - image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/the-ring-from-lord-of-the-rings-image-via-pixabay.jpgThe Ring from Lord of the Rings - image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/being-creative-is-vital-for-blogging-to-keep-readers-interest.jpgBeing creative is vital for blogging to keep readers' interestAlways good advice! Pixabay image.2018-07-05T20:38:06+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/07/02/weather-plans-and-the-writing-journey/2018-07-02T20:33:28+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/06/29/why-i-blog-and-some-stories-in-a-sentence/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/feature-image-why-i-blog-part-1.jpgFeature Image - Why I Blog Part 1https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/character-resembling-what-characters-will-you-come-up-with.jpgCHARACTER RESEMBLING - what characters will you come up withWhat characters will you come up with? Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/character-resembling-planning-your-characters.jpgCHARACTER RESEMBLING - planning your charactersPlanning your characters. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/character-resembling-outline-the-character-and-off-you-go.jpgCHARACTER RESEMBLING - outline the character and off you goOutline the characters and away you go! Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/character-resembling-just-what-is-your-story-then.jpgCHARACTER RESEMBLING - Just what is your story thenJust what is your story then? Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/character-resembling-it-has-been-a-long-time-since-i-last-saw-one-of-these.jpgCHARACTER RESEMBLING - it has been a long time since I last saw one of theseIt has been a while since I last saw one of these! Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/character-resembling-characters-no-matter-what-their-world-setting-should-resonate-with-readers.jpgCHARACTER RESEMBLING - characters no matter what their world setting should resonate with readersCharacters no matter what their world should resonate with readers. Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/character-resembling-assemble-your-characters-assemble-their-world.jpgCHARACTER RESEMBLING - assemble your characters, assemble their worldAssemble your characters, assemble your world. Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/writing-to-screen.jpgWriting to screenWriting to screen. Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/thoughts-are-free-but-check-your-images-on-your-blog-are-your-own-or-are-free-from-copyright-restrictions.jpgThoughts are free but check your images on your blog are your own or are free from copyright restrictionsThoughts are free but check images used are either free to use or your own! Image via Pixabay.2018-06-29T22:46:52+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/06/27/hot-and-bothered-and-blogging/2018-06-27T19:33:06+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/06/24/fair-report-and-reading-out-loud/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/workshop-room.jpgWorkshop roomThe workshop room. Image via Glenn Salter.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/theatre.jpgtheatreThe theatre area where I gave my talk. Image via Glenn Salterhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/refreshment-facilities.jpgRefreshment facilitiesRefreshment facilities were appreciated. Image by Glenn Salterhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/sports-hall.jpgSports hallSports Hall at Hursley Park where the Fair took place. Imagine this full of stalls and banners! Image via Glenn Salterhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/book-fair-flyer.jpgBook fair FlyerBook Fair Flyer. Image kindly supplied by Glenn Salter2018-06-24T21:52:26+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/06/22/writing-editing-and-world-building-issues/2018-06-22T23:20:54+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/06/21/what-ive-learned-so-far-as-a-writer/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/the-scribe-had-good-accommodation1.jpgThe scribe had good accommodationThe scrivener had some of the best medieval accommodation. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/the-scribes-scriveners-tent.jpgThe Scribe's (Scrivener's) TentThe scrivener's tent. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/the-tools-of-the-medieval-writers-trade1.jpgThe tools of the medieval writer's tradeThe tools of the scrivener's trade. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/photo2435.jpgPhoto2435A lovely place to reflect during Swanwick. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/photo2424.jpgPhoto2424The lakes at The Hayes. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/photo2417.jpgPhoto2417Part of the glorious gardens at the Hayes. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/photo2407.jpgPhoto2407Part of the lawns at Swanwick. Image by Allison Symes.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/photo2404.jpgPhoto2404The Hayes Conference Centre, home of the Swanwick Writers' Summer School. Image by Allison Symes2018-06-21T23:06:51+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/06/17/publication-event-news-and-round-up/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/view-from-near-scottish-holiday-cottage.jpgView from near Scottish holiday cottageView from near where I was staying in Scotland. You wouldn't want to rush away from this. Image by Allison Symes2018-06-17T23:28:54+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/06/08/co-operative-marketing-and-what-defines-a-good-book/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/bch_medium-1.jpgperf6.500x6.500.inddhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/18frontcoverthoss.jpg18frontcoverTHoSSIf you like historical fiction, do check out the Schellberg Cycle by Gill James. Image supplied by Gill Jameshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/front-cover.jpgFront CoverA very different WW2 story here. Image supplied by Felicity Fair Thompsonhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/unsettling-short-stories-book-cover-front-and-back.jpgUnsettling Short Stories Book Cover Front and Backhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/resized-version-of-unsettling-short-stories-book-cover-front-and-back.jpgResized version of Unsettling Short Stories Book Cover Front and BackDo you like reading to disturb you? Try this! Image by Jacci Gooding.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/resized-leap-of-faith-ecover-a.jpgResized Leap Of Faith ecover AFellow local author, Richard Hardie, was also at the Book Fair. Image of his first book kindly supplied by him.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/tower-of-london-book-cover.jpgTower of London Book CoverJennifer C Wilson's first book in the Kindred Spirits series. Image by Jennifer C Wilsonhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/hunters-chase-book-cover.jpgHunter's Chase book coverVal Penny's book cover for her debut novel, more to come soon. Image kindly supplied by Val Penny.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/paisley-shirt-small.jpegperf6.500x6.500.inddhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/amanda-huggins-reading-from-the-ink-tears-showcase-anthology-death-of-a-superhero-at-the-launch-party-in-london-december-2017.jpgAmanda Huggins reading from the Ink Tears showcase anthology Death of a Superhero at the launch party in London December 20172018-06-08T19:56:47+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/06/06/writing-likes-and-a-dragon-story/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/what-every-author-would-like-to-achieve-or-set-image-via-pixabay.jpgWhat every author would like to achieve or set. Image via PixabayWhat every author would like to achieve or set, yes? Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/rh-photo.jpgRH photoRichard Hardie who also supplied the image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/large-logo-and-ribbon-website.jpgLARGE logo and ribbon websiteAuthors Reach logo kindly supplied by Richard Hardiehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/social-networking-is-only-part-of-the-marketing-process-image-via-pixabay.jpgSocial networking is only part of the marketing process. Image via PixabayFinding time to follow social media is difficult so pick the one or two you like the most. Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/getting-your-books-into-bookshops-is-not-easy-image-via-pixabay.jpgGetting your books into bookshops is not easy. Image via PixabayI wonder how many dragon stories are in here! Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/the-scribe-had-good-accommodation.jpgThe scribe had good accommodationThe medieval scrivener usually had reasonable accommodation. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/the-tools-of-the-medieval-writers-trade.jpgThe tools of the medieval writer's tradeThe scrivener's tools - image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/medieval-knight-via-pixabay.jpgMedieval Knight via PixabayAre knights in shining armour all they're cracked up to be? Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/one-of-sir-beviss-enemies-via-pixabay.jpgOne of Sir Bevis's enemies via PixabayIs it Time for a Change for the dragon in my story on Cafelit? Image via Pixabay2018-06-06T20:59:01+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/06/03/knowing-what-i-do-now/2018-06-03T21:50:14+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/06/01/events-publication-news-and-online-writing/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/feature-image-online-writing.jpgFeature Image - Online Writinghttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/old-school-writing-image-via-pixabay.jpgOld school writing - image via PixabayOld school writing. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/the-ever-useful-post-it-note-image-via-pixabay.jpgThe ever useful post it note - image via PixabayThe ever useful post-it note. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/one-of-the-downsides-to-online-writing-auto-correct-image-via-pixabay.jpgOne of the downsides to online writing - auto correct - image via PixabayOne downside to online writing is auto-correct! Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/would-dickens-have-kept-a-blog-image-via-pixabay.jpgWould Dickens have kept a blog - image via PixabayWould Dickens have loved technology like this? Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/whenver-you-read-enjoy-image-via-pixabay.jpgWhenver you read, enjoy - image via PixabayWhenever and whatever you read, enjoy. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/what-a-lovely-place-to-browse-image-via-pixabay.jpgWhat a lovely place to browse - image via PixabayLovely place to browse. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/the-ultimate-phone-book-perhaps-image-via-pixabay.jpgThe ultimate phone book perhaps - image via PixabayThe ultimate smartphone maybe?! Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/lost-in-a-good-book-image-via-pixabay1.jpgLost in a good book - image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/lost-in-a-good-book-image-via-pixabay.jpgLost in a good book - image via PixabayLost in a good book. Image via Pixabay.2018-06-01T22:45:18+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/05/30/being-thankful-and-online-writing/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/part-5-part-of-the-purpose-of-books-is-to-show-you-new-worlds.jpgPart 5 - Part of the purpose of books is to show you new worldsFiction should show you new ways of looking at the world. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/part-4-an-honest-review-or-a-hatchet-job-you-decide.jpgPart 4 - An honest review or a hatchet job, you decideOne star review - honesty or a hatchet job? Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/part-2-genre-fiction-can-take-you-anywhere-so-why-the-snobbery-over-it-image-via-pixabay.jpgPART 2 - Genre Fiction can take you anywhere so why the snobbery over it - image via PixabayFiction can take you anywhere. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/so-which-is-it-to-be.jpgSo which is it to beLet's hope your characters have a good sense of direction! Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/decisions-decisions.jpgDecisions, decisionsWhat decisions will your characters make? Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/part-2-more-books-image-via-pixabay.jpgPART 2 - More books - image via PixabayWhere to start? Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/maybe-she-is-wondering-whether-now-would-be-a-good-time-to-throw-the-pc-at-the-wall-after-yet-another-not-responding-message.jpgMaybe she is wondering whether now would be a good time to throw the PC at the wall after yet another not responding messageWaiting for an upload to finish. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/i-suspect-her-pc-is-telling-her-it-is-not-responding-image-via-pixabay.jpgI suspect her PC is telling her it is not responding - image via PixabayPC playing up do you think? Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/being-thankful-whether-by-pen-or-pc-writing-is-a-wonderful-thing-image-via-pixabay2.jpgBEING THANKFUL - Whether by pen or PC, writing is a wonderful thing - image via PixabayReady to write? Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/real-writing-post-where-will-your-characters-take-you.jpgREAL WRITING POST - Where will your characters take youWhat journeys are your characters going on? Image via Pixabay2018-05-30T21:25:37+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/05/28/special-characters-and-how-characters-speak/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/let-creativity-spill-out-image-via-pixabay.jpgLet creativity spill out - image via PixabayLet the words flow! Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/dont-think-ill-ever-tire-of-signing-my-books.jpgDon't think I'll ever tire of signing my bookshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/cropped-version-of-my-reading-at-railway-station.jpgCropped Version of my reading at railway stationhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/books-from-bridge-house-chapeltown-and-cafelit.jpgBooks from Bridge House, Chapeltown and CafelitSome of my published works, most anthologies. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/allison-symes-book-signing-at-chandlers-ford-railway-station.jpgAllison Symes book signing at Chandler's Ford railway stationMy reading from FLTDBA at our local railway station. Picture by Janet Williamshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/side-view-mibi-display.jpgSIDE VIEW MIBI DISPLAYhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/book-fair-flyer.jpgBook fair FlyerHursley Park Book Fair flyer. Image kindly supplied by Glenn Salter.2018-05-28T20:44:33+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/05/25/ideas-room-101-and-special-characters/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/feature-image-part-7-101-things-to-put-into-room-101.jpgFeature Image - Part 7 - 101 Things to Put into Room 101https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/symbols-of-remembrance-image-via-pixabay.jpegSymbols of Remembrance - image via PixabayRemembering... image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/aids-to-research-image-via-pixabay.jpegAids to Research - image via PixabayAids research whether it is tea, coffee, hot chocolate etc! Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/being-thankful-whether-by-pen-or-pc-writing-is-a-wonderful-thing-image-via-pixabay.jpgBEING THANKFUL - Whether by pen or PC, writing is a wonderful thing - image via PixabayLove what you write. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/being-thankful-no-literacy-no-ability-to-appreciate-a-good-book-yet-alone-write-one-image-via-pixabay.jpgBEING THANKFUL - No literacy, no ability to appreciate a good book yet alone write one - image via PixabayNo literacy = no reading. Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/being-thankful-appreciation-image-via-pixabay.jpgBEING THANKFUL - Appreciation - image via PixabayBe thankful for stories, being able to write etc. Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/part-7-why-does-taking-something-out-of-a-product-mean-a-big-difference-in-price-image-via-pixabay.jpgPart 7 - why does taking something out of a product mean a big difference in price - image via PixabayWhy do prices go up when something is taken out of a product? Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/part-7-hayfever-misery-shouldnt-be-understated-image-via-pixabay.jpgPart 7 - Hayfever misery shouldn't be understated - image via PixabayHayfever misery shouldn't be underestimated. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/part-7-they-know-how-to-charge-for-parking-at-hospitals-image-via-pixabay.jpgPart 7 - They know how to charge for parking at hospitals - image via PixabayThey know how to charge for parking at hospitals. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/part-7-yes-but-he-is-faking-sincerity-here-image-via-pixabay.jpgPart 7 - Yes, but he is faking sincerity here - image via PixabayYes, but is there fake sincerity going on here? Image via Pixabay.2018-05-25T23:42:58+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/05/22/fairytales-and-planned-writing/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/seasons-post-pressing-on-towards-the-light1.jpgSEASONS POST - Pressing on Towards the LightPressing on towards the light. Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/seasons-post-it-can-feel-like-the-dark-will-overcome-the-light.jpgSEASONS POST - It can feel like the dark will overcome the lightThe dark can seem to overcome the light but light will prevail. Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/feeding-post-the-road-is-not-always-clear-to-see.jpgFEEDING POST - the road is not always clear to seeThe road should not be an easy one for your hero/heroine. Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/feeding-post-seashore.jpgFEEDING POST - seashoreWhat lies beyond the shore.... ideas for stories? Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/colliding-spiral-galaxies-image-via-pixabay.jpgColliding Spiral Galaxies - image via PixabayWhat worlds could there be out here? Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/god-is-infinitely-colourly-and-creative.jpgGod is infinitely colourly and creativeIs your writing as colourful as these flowers? Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/clarity-post-clarity-of-thought-should-lead-to-clarity-of-expression-image-via-pixabay.jpgCLARITY POST - Clarity of thought should lead to clarity of expression - image via PixabayReaching out for writing ideas. Image via Pixabay.2018-05-22T21:38:10+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/05/18/reviews-fairytale-relationships-and-story-ideas/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/feature-image-part-6-nice-picnic-area-but-is-the-bin-too-small-for-purpose.jpgFeature Image - Part 6 - Nice picnic area but is the bin too small for purposehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/part-6-end-of-the-world-predicted.jpgPart 6 - End of the world predictedI can predict there will be more end of the world predictions! Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/part-6-a-ban-on-trumpet-playing-wasnt-my-first-thought-on-bad-manners-but-here-things-are-different.jpgPart 6 - A ban on trumpet playing wasn't my first thought on bad manners but here things are differentA ban on trumpet playing? Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/part-6-well-be-with-you-between-9-am-and-6-pm-with-your-parcel-argh.pngPart 6 - We'll be with you between 9 am and 6 pm with your parcel, argh"We'll be with you between 9 am and 6 pm". Hmm... not exactly helpful is it? Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/part-6-how-many-of-the-packets-in-a-supermarket-are-that-easy-to-open.jpgPart 6 - How many of the packets in a supermarket are that easy to openHow many easy to open packets are here, I wonder, and how many REALLY are easy to open? Image via Pixabay.2018-05-18T23:19:41+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/05/14/being-creative-2/2018-05-14T20:22:06+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/05/11/favourite-traits-and-why-fairytales-with-bite/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/living-proof-life-is-greener-on-the-other-side-goat-at-millers-ark.jpgLiving proof life is greener on the other side - goat at Millers ArkProof that things ARE greener on the other side. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/bettermaths-enjoying-some-time-off-from-the-times-tables.jpgBettermaths enjoying some time off from the times tablesGreat to see Bettermaths once again. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/and-how-you-can-help-the-three-rivers-rail-partnership-community-1.jpgAnd how you can help The Three Rivers Rail Partnership Community-1How to help our local train station. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/the-three-rivers-rail-partnership-community.jpgThe Three Rivers Rail Partnership Communityhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/some-of-the-birds-of-prey-on-display.jpgSome of the birds of prey on displaySome of the birds of prey on display. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/the-ac-delco-bowmen-were-busy-showing-people-how-to-hit-targets.jpgThe AC Delco Bowmen were busy showing people how to hit targetsOn target maybe? Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/getting-ready-to-go-one-member-of-the-fair-oak-dog-display-team-1.jpgGetting ready to go - one member of the Fair Oak Dog Display Team-1Getting ready to go. Image by Allison Symes.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/ever-popular-was-the-inflatable-giant-climber-and-slide-1.jpgEver popular was the inflatable giant climber and slide-1The giant inflatable slide. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/this-was-probably-one-of-the-shortest-queues-for-ice-cream-all-afternoon1.jpgThis was probably one of the shortest queues for ice cream all afternoonProbably the shortest queue for icecreams all day. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/feature-image-fryern-funtasia-2018.jpgFeature Image - Fryern Funtasia 2018My latest CFT post. Image by Allison Symes2018-05-11T20:56:37+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/05/10/one-liners/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/going-around-the-dog-agility-course.jpgGoing around the dog agility coursePart of the dog agility course. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/the-signpost.jpgThe signpostFryern Funtasia sign. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/the-ever-popular-refreshment-tent.jpgThe ever popular refreshment tentPractically everyone stopped off at the refreshment tent at some point. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/having-fun-on-the-seesaw-though-no-dog-raced-round-on-such-a-hot-day.jpgHaving fun on the seesaw though no dog raced round on such a hot dayHaving fun on the seesaw. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/this-was-probably-one-of-the-shortest-queues-for-ice-cream-all-afternoon.jpgThis was probably one of the shortest queues for ice cream all afternoonPart of the fun of the show. Image by Allison Symes2018-05-10T21:56:05+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/05/08/all-the-fun-of-the-fair-and-nightmares/2018-05-08T21:37:12+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/05/06/how-to-help-the-writer-in-your-life-and-a-new-flash-story/2018-05-06T22:06:06+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/05/04/reviews-and-characterisation/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/samantha-robs-the-two-men.jpgSamantha robs the two menSamantha robs the two men.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/the-treacherous-samantha-discusses-with-katherine-the-success-of-their-plot.jpgThe treacherous Samantha discusses with Katherine the success of their plotKatherine and the mysterious Samantha discuss the success of their plot.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/they-really-should-not-have-had-that-last-pina-colada.jpgThey really should not have had that last Pina ColadaThe last Pina Colada really is the two mens' last.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/the-number-of-pina-coladas-consumed-mounts-up.jpgThe number of Pina Coladas consumed mounts upThe Pina Coladas consumed mount up.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/peter-and-richard-compare-their-mysterious-invitations-to-the-bar.jpgPeter and Richard compare their mysterious invitations to the barPeter and Richard compare their strange invites.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/richard-wonders-if-katherine-can-shed-any-light-on-things-but-she-claims-not.jpgRichard wonders if Katherine can shed any light on things but she claims notThe bar keeper, Katherine, claims she can't shed any light on why Peter and Richard have been invited to the bar.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/character-two-is-definitely-unhappy-at-how-things-are-panning-out.jpgCharacter Two is definitely unhappy at how things are panning outCharacter Two is very unhappy at being trapped in a strange situation.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/characters-one-and-two-discover-additions-are-being-written-to-the-papers-on-the-floor.jpgCharacters One and Two discover additions are being written to the papers on the floorCharacter One discovers changes are being added to the papers around her and Character Two.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/margaret-and-arthur-both-feel-arthur-should-serve-king-and-country.jpgMargaret and Arthur both feel Arthur should serve King and CountryMargaret and Arthur feel he should serve King and Country again.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/two-families-from-very-different-backgrounds-united-in-pain.jpgTwo families from very different backgrounds united in painTwo families united in grief and pain.2018-05-04T22:56:28+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/05/03/the-word-fairy/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/seasons-post-lights-in-the-darkness.jpgSEASONS POST - Lights in the DarknessBeautiful light. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/the-heavens-declare-the-glory-of-god-image-via-pixabay.jpgThe Heavens Declare the Glory of God - image via PixabayFrom Light to Dark and Back Again perhaps? Image via Pixabay (and so beautiful)https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/seasons-post-pressing-on-towards-the-light.jpgSEASONS POST - Pressing on Towards the LightHeading to the light. Image via Pixabay.2018-05-03T22:04:46+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/04/30/how-stories-sound-descriptions-and-clarity/2018-04-30T20:19:45+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/04/27/odd-combinations-and-flash-fiction-terms/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/feature-image-mdg-players-review-shakespeare.jpgFeature Image - MDG Players Review - Shakespearehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/the-classic-narnia-series-image-via-pixabay.jpgThe Classic Narnia Series - image via PixabayOne of my favourite series - Narnia by C.S. Lewis. Image via Pixabay,https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/the-white-rabbit-from-alice-in-wonderland-image-via-pixabay.pngThe White Rabbit from Alice In Wonderland - image via PixabayThe White Rabbit from Lewis Carroll's Alice in Wonderland. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/feature-image-why-childrens-fiction-matters.jpgFeature Image Why Children's Fiction Mattershttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/childrens-picture-books-with-less-text-often-translate-well-image-via-pixabay.jpgChildren's picture books with less text often translate well - image via PixabayPicture books open up the wonderful world of stories to children. Audiences for authors literally grow with age. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/a-childrens-library-image-via-pixabay.jpgA children's library - image via PixabayA children's library. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/life-long-reading-usually-starts-when-young-image-via-pixabay.jpgLife long reading usually starts when young - image via PixabayA lifelong love of reading usually starts very young. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/clarity-post-the-world-is-becoming-smaller-thanks-to-technology-but-we-still-need-clear-communications-image-via-pixabay.jpgCLARITY POST - The world is becoming smaller thanks to technology but we still need clear communications - image via PixabayThe world is shrinking thanks to technology. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/clarity-post-love-the-idea-of-a-new-world-emerging-from-what-we-write-but-it-must-be-clear-image-via-pixabay-copy.jpgCLARITY POST - Love the idea of a new world emerging from what we write but it must be clear - image via Pixabay - CopyWhat wonderful worlds we can creat! Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/clarity-post-editing-is-vital-to-help-you-be-as-clear-as-possible-image-via-pixabay-copy.jpgCLARITY POST - Editing is vital to help you be as clear as possible - image via Pixabay - CopyEditing - the crucial part to getting a story right. Image via Pixabay.2018-04-27T23:34:27+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/04/24/light-bulb-and-other-moments/2018-04-24T20:22:55+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/04/20/lifes-little-irritations-and-ten-favourite-things/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/feature-image-part-5-101things-to-put-into-room-101.jpgFeature Image - Part 5 101Things to Put into Room 101The building blocks of putting a story together. Pixabay image.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/reviews-are-welcome-for-ebooks-as-well-as-print-image-via-pixabay.jpgReviews are welcome for ebooks as well as print - image via PixabayLove both the Kindle and the paperback. Why choose when you can have both? Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/books-i-was-given-a-quill-biro-for-my-50th-writes-beautifully-image-via-pixabay.jpgBooks - I was given a quill biro for my 50th, writes beautifully - image via PixabayCan't beat a good book or several. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/part-5-zips-are-not-of-the-quality-they-used-to-be-though-i-have-not-yet-found-a-frog-in-mine.jpgPart 5 - Zips are not of the quality they used to be though I have not yet found a frog in mineZips break far too easily these days though I've yet to find a frog in mine. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/part-5-wallpaper-and-paste.jpgPart 5 - Wallpaper and pasteLife's too short for wallpapering. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/part-5-use-proper-chocolate-and-not-the-vile-cooking-chocolate-for-your-cakes.jpgPart 5 - Use proper chocolate and not the vile cooking chocolate for your cakesHave always found cooking chocolate to be vile. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/part-5-this-is-not-my-attitude-to-mud-i-admit.jpgPart 5 - This is not my attitude to mud I admitI don't share this lady's attitude to mud! Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/part-5-these-will-always-be-opal-fruits-as-far-as-im-concerned.jpgPart 5 - These will always be Opal Fruits as far as I'm concernedOpal Fruits are how I will always know these sweets. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/part-5-the-good-old-marathon-from-my-younger-years.jpgPart 5 - The good old Marathon from my younger yearsI dislike product name changes. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/part-5-spot-the-problem-on-this-roundabout.jpgPart 5 - Spot the problem on this roundaboutSpot the problem on this roundabout. Image via Pixabay.2018-04-20T23:38:35+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/04/18/writing-diaries-reviews-and-clarity/2018-04-18T20:56:51+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/04/16/making-time-and-writing-conferences/2018-04-16T20:29:19+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/04/13/fairytales-truth-and-networking/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/feature-image-networking-tips2.jpgFeature Image - Networking Tipshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/just-some-of-the-social-media-available-now-image-via-pixabay.jpgJust some of the social media available now. - image via PixabaySo many ways to network online now. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/talking-to-other-writers-can-be-very-helpful-image-via-pixabay.jpgTalking to other writers can be very helpful - image via PixabayTalking with other writers can help you so much. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/it-is-always-good-to-meet-readers-and-even-better-when-they-read-you-image-via-jw.jpgIt is always good to meet readers and even better when they read you - image via JWNetworking with readers at the Chandler's Ford Book Fair in 2017. Image from Janet Williams, CFT's amazing editor.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/fromlighttodark_medium-2.jpgFromLightToDark_medium-2My flash fiction collection from Chapeltown Books!https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/bch_medium-1.jpgperf6.500x6.500.inddMandy's flash fiction collection from Chapeltown Books. Image kindly supplied by her.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/amanda-huggins-reading-from-the-ink-tears-showcase-anthology-death-of-a-superhero-at-the-launch-party-in-london-december-20171.jpgAmanda Huggins reading from the Ink Tears showcase anthology Death of a Superhero at the launch party in London December 2017Mandy Huggins - reading is a great way to network with your readers. Image kindly supplied by Mandy Huggins.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/gill-talks-with-dawn-and-i-at-the-bh-event-image-taken-by-paula-readman1.jpegGill talks with Dawn and I at the BH event, image taken by Paula ReadmanGill James talks with Dawn Knox and I at a networking event held by Bridge House Publishing last December. Am glad to report Dawn will also be in the Waterloo Festival Anthology. Image from Paula Readman and thanks to her for permission to use it.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/feature-image-networking-tips1.jpgFeature Image - Networking TipsMy latest CFT post. Mandy Huggins and I discuss networking. Image via Pixabay2018-04-13T23:30:00+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/04/10/drafts-tlas-and-favourite-genre/2018-04-10T22:46:00+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/04/06/likes-dislikes-and-using-dead-time/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/part-4-wastefulness.jpgPart 4 - WastefulnessThis sums up humanity's wastefulness. Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/part-4-ambition-is-not-the-same-thing-as-talent-or-being-famous-on-merit.jpgPart 4- Ambition is not the same thing as talent or being famous on meritAmbition is no substitute for genuine talent. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/part-4-success-is-one-thing-but-being-famous-for-being-famous-is-beyond-me.jpgPart 4 - Success is one thing but being famous for being famous is beyond meSuccess but should it be because you're famous for being famous? Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/part-4-im-all-for-stopping-spam-the-electronic-and-the-meat-kinds.jpgPart 4 - I'm all for stopping spam, the electronic and the meat kindsI loathe spam - the electronic or the meat kind! Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/part-4-fake-flowers-can-be-beautiful-and-are-a-blessing-to-allergy-sufferers.jpgPart 4 - Fake flowers can be beautiful and are a blessing to allergy sufferersFake flowers are a boon to hayfever sufferers. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/part-4-clock-changing-lets-leave-it-at-one-time-please.pngPart 4 - Clock changing - let's leave it at one time pleaseHave never understood the point of the clock changes twice a year. Can't we just stick to one? Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/part-4-car-park.jpgPart 4 - Car ParkHate badly designed car parks. Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/part-4-an-honest-review-or-a-hatchet-job-you-decide.jpgPart 4 - An honest review or a hatchet job, you decideHonest reviews, yes. Hatchet jobs, no. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/part-4-all-of-these-clothes-would-swamp-me.jpgPart 4 - All of these clothes would swamp meThese clothes would swamp me. Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/feature-image-part-4-101-things-to-put-into-room-101.jpgFeature Image - Part 4 - 101 Things to Put into Room 101My latest CFT post. Image via Pixabay2018-04-06T20:48:15+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/04/05/scrivener-and-stories/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/basic-equipment-image-via-pixabay.jpgBasic Equipment - image via PixabayWork and the muse will come. Don't wait for it to show up first! Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/when-im-not-in-the-pool-im-likely-to-be-at-my-desk-via-pixabay.jpgWhen I'm not in the pool, I'm likely to be at my desk via PixabaySeen on a desk near you... image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/from-diving-board-to-keyboard-via-pixabay.jpgFrom diving board to keyboard via PixabayWhat an upgrade from Shakespeare's quill! Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/books-paperback-and-ebooks-via-pixabay.jpgBooks paperback and ebooks via PixabayBooks - love them, don't mind the format. Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/technology-has-helped-short-story-writers-image-via-pixabay.jpgTechnology has helped short story writers - image via PixabayTechnology has helped short story writers. Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/i-dont-always-write-directly-to-screen-image-via-pixabay.jpgI don't always write directly to screen - image via PixabayI don't always write directly to screen. Image via Pixabay2018-04-05T21:46:39+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/04/03/twists-trailers-and-judging-your-own-work/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/one-joy-of-blogging-is-ease-of-publication-via-pixabay.jpgOne joy of blogging is ease of publication via PixabayAnother way of publishing.... Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/once-upon-a-time-via-pixabay.jpgonce-upon-a-time-via PixabayThe classic start to a fairytale. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/writing-whether-it-is-fiction-or-otherwise-is-a-wonderful-way-to-create-something-new-image-via-pixabay.jpgWriting, whether it is fiction or otherwise, is a wonderful way to create something new - image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/music-whether-writing-it-or-playing-it-or-both-is-just-one-form-of-creativity-image-via-pixabay.jpgMusic, whether writing it or playing it or both, is just one form of creativity - image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/classic-music-can-make-a-classic-film.jpgClassic music can make a classic filmhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/setting-the-mood-classically-perhaps-image-via-pixabay.jpegSetting the mood classically perhaps - image via PixabaySetting the mood with music. Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/part-of-the-orchestra-image-via-pixabay.jpegPart of the orchestra - image via PixabayThe string section (or part of it anyway!). Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/a-perfect-night-out-perhaps-image-via-pixabay.jpegA perfect night out perhaps - image via PixabayA grand night out. Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/hard-at-work-image-via-pixabay.jpgHard at work - image via PixabayHard at work. Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/classical-music-score-image-via-pixabay.jpgClassical Music Score - image via PixabayClassical music. Image via Pixabay.2018-04-03T22:00:54+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/03/30/real-writing-real-characters/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/real-writing-post-where-will-your-characters-take-you.jpgREAL WRITING POST - Where will your characters take youWhere will your characters take you? Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/real-writing-post-let-your-characters-live.jpgREAL WRITING POST - Let your characters liveBooks should keep you gripped and that is down to the characters. Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/real-writing-post-keep-it-real.jpgREAL WRITING POST - Keep it realKeep the writing real, no matter how fantastic the setting. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/real-writing-post-if-your-characters-are-real-enough-entering-their-world-is-simple.jpgREAL WRITING POST - If your characters are real enough, entering their world is simpleBooks invite you into their world. Go! Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/real-writing-post-if-the-characters-grip-your-readers-time-will-fly-by.jpgREAL WRITING POST - If the characters grip your readers, time will fly byGreat characters will engross you. You will lose time reading their stories. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/real-writing-post-books-take-us-to-the-heights.jpgREAL WRITING POST - Books take us to the heightsGreat characters = great books. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/could-room-101-be-behind-here-image-via-pixabay.jpgCould Room 101 be behind here - image via PixabayThe vault of doom aka Room 101. Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/still-this-kind-of-board-might-raise-a-smile.jpgStill this kind of board might raise a smileThis notice may make you smile though. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/decisions-decisions.jpgDecisions, decisionsDecisions, decisions and a not terribly helpful signpost. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/feature-image-part-3-room-101-post.jpgFeature Image - Part 3 Room 101 PostMy latest CFT post. Image via Pixabay.2018-03-30T23:53:32+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/03/27/flash-fiction-top-five-favourite-books-and-guest-blogging/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/fltdba-in-bay-leaves-larder.jpgFLTDBA in Bay Leaves LarderFrom Light to Dark and Back Again. Image taken by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/allison-symes-book-signing-at-chandlers-ford-railway-station.jpgAllison Symes book signing at Chandler's Ford railway stationMy reading at the local railway station. Image by Janet Williamshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/jane-wanted-the-book-for-presents-bless-her1.jpgJane wanted the book for presents, bless herSigning books for a friend. Image by Adrian Symes2018-03-27T22:32:03+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/03/24/writing-tips-and-character-creation/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/what-a-fantastic-home-for-books-image-via-pixabay1.jpgWhat a fantastic home for books - image via PixabayA stunning library. Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/the-ideal-writing-desk-maybe-image-via-pixabay.jpgThe ideal writing desk maybe - image via PixabayGreat reading desk. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/the-basic-kit-for-a-writer-image-via-pixabay1.jpgThe basic kit for a writer - image via PixabayThe writer's basic toolkit - image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/some-of-the-tools-of-the-scriveners-trade-here-image-via-pixabay.pngSome of the tools of the scrivener's trade here - image via PixabayThe tools of the scrivener's trade. We've come on a bit since then! Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/reading-the-electronic-way-the-kindle-image-via-pixabay.jpgReading the electronic way - the Kindle - image via Pixabay"Real" books or Ebooks? See what Gail Aldwin thinks in my latest CFT post. Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/feature-image-gail-part-2.jpgFeature Image - Gail Part 2My latest CFT post. Image kindly supplied by Gail Aldwin.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/even-in-the-heart-of-a-big-city-books-are-a-great-form-of-escape-image-via-pixabay1.jpgEven in the heart of a big city, books are a great form of escape - image via PixabayEven in the heart of a city, books can provide escapism. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/another-lovely-library-this-one-is-in-canada-image-via-pixabay1.jpgAnother lovely library, this one is in Canada - image via PixabayA beautiful home for lovely books. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/all-books-including-non-fiction-invite-you-into-their-world-image-via-pixabay.jpgAll books, including non-fiction, invite you into their world - image via PixabayBooks invite you into their world. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/a-great-way-to-relax-with-a-book-and-a-cuppa-image-via-pixabay1.jpgA great way to relax - with a book and a cuppa - image via PixabayThe perfect way to relax. All writers love to read. Image via Pixabay.2018-03-24T00:09:08+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/03/22/talking-interviews-fiction-and-animal-characters/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/another-lovely-library-this-one-is-in-canada-image-via-pixabay.jpgAnother lovely library, this one is in Canada - image via PixabayAnother beautiful library (this one is in Canada). Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/what-a-fantastic-home-for-books-image-via-pixabay.jpgWhat a fantastic home for books - image via PixabayWhat a beautiful home for books. Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/the-basic-kit-for-a-writer-image-via-pixabay.jpgThe basic kit for a writer - image via PixabayThe writers' basic kit. Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/a-great-way-to-relax-with-a-book-and-a-cuppa-image-via-pixabay.jpgA great way to relax - with a book and a cuppa - image via PixabayGreat way to relax. Now where are those biscuits? Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/even-in-the-heart-of-a-big-city-books-are-a-great-form-of-escape-image-via-pixabay.jpgEven in the heart of a big city, books are a great form of escape - image via PixabayBooks are a fantastic form of escapism. Image via Pixabay2018-03-22T00:02:36+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/03/17/interviews-and-unusual-bus-journeys/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/paris-fountain0003-2.jpegParis Fountain0003 (2)In Paris. Image from Gail Aldwin.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/stunning-stationery.jpegStunning stationeryStunning notebook. Image from Gail Aldwinhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/paisley-pattern.jpegPaisley patternGail Aldwin's round the world bus trip led her to discovering more about paisley and influenced her flash fiction. Image supplied by Gail Aldwinhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/paisley-shirt-spread.jpegperf6.500x6.500.inddhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/a-view-from-the-top1.jpegOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAThe buses looking more at home in here than on snow! Image via Gail Aldwinhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/turkey-iran-border0001-2.jpegTurkey Iran Border0001 (2)Part of Gail Aldwin's global bus journey. Image from Gail Aldwinhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/paisley-shirt-small.jpegperf6.500x6.500.inddGail's flash fiction collection from Chapeltown Books. Image supplied by Gail Aldwin. Also note the Chapeltown Books branding of a frame around an image. Simple but effectivehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/feature-image-gail-aldwin-part-1.jpgFeature Image - Gail Aldwin Part 1My latest CFT post. Image by Gail Aldwin2018-03-17T00:28:02+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/03/13/conferences-dead-time-and-reading/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/publishing-has-to-start-with-a-blank-page-image-via-pixabay.jpgPublishing has to start with a blank page - image via PixabayResearch material, notebook and pen to hand. Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/most-of-us-struggle-to-have-as-much-time-to-read-as-wed-like-image-via-pixabay.jpgMost of us struggle to have as much time to read as we'd like - image via PixabayTime flies when reading or writing. Image via Pixabay2023-08-18T09:00:07+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/03/09/the-frustrations-of-publishing/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/printers-would-have-fun-trying-to-print-this-image-via-pixabay.jpgPrinters would have fun trying to print this - image via PixabayLet the ideas flow and let journeys encourage that! Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/old-style-publishing-image-via-pixabay.jpgOld style publishing - image via PixabayMore historical equipment! Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/printing-press-image-via-pixabay.jpgPrinting Press - image via PixabayThe old method of printing. Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/books-can-be-one-major-key-to-knowledge-image-via-pixabay.jpgBooks can be one major key to knowledge - image via PixabayBooks are the keys to knowledge. Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/electronically-or-by-print-both-face-publishing-frustrations-image-via-pixabay.jpgElectronically or by print, both face publishing frustrations - image via PixabayEbooks and print - both have their own frustrations when it comes to publishing. Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/feature-image-frustrations-of-publishing.jpgFeature Image - Frustrations of PublishingMy latest CFT post. Image via Pixabay2018-03-09T00:48:58+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/03/07/character-study/2018-03-07T23:26:50+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/03/02/reading-writing-flash-fiction/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/feature-image-part-2-101-post.jpgFeature Image Part 2 101 posthttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/part-2-you-know-what-it-is-meant-here-image-via-pixabay.jpgPART 2 - You know what it is meant here - image via PixabayReally?! Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/part-2-some-commas-here-would-be-good-image-via-pixabay.jpgPART 2 - Some commas here would be good - image via PixabayOh for some commas here! Image via Pixabay2018-03-02T23:47:12+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/03/01/writing-what-you-know-and-flash-fiction/2018-03-01T22:02:44+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/02/27/reading-and-writing-preferences/2018-02-27T21:42:17+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/02/24/likes-dislikes-and-signs-of-success/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/feature-image-part-1-of-room-101-series1.jpgFeature Image - Part 1 of Room 101 seriesMy current CFT series. Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/the-to-be-read-pile-image-via-pixabay1.jpgThe To Be Read pile - image via PixabayThe To Be Read pile. Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/a-few-books-to-choose-to-read-from-here-image-via-pixabay1.jpgA few books to choose to read from here - image via PixabayNice selection of books here! Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/could-room-101-be-behind-here-image-via-pixabay1.jpgCould Room 101 be behind here - image via PixabayWhat likes and dislikes will be consigned to this vault of doom? Image via Pixabay2018-02-24T00:30:33+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/02/22/plans-and-mini-series/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/the-to-be-read-pile-image-via-pixabay.jpgThe To Be Read pile - image via PixabayThe to be read pile! Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/could-room-101-be-behind-here-image-via-pixabay.jpgCould Room 101 be behind here - image via PixabayCould this be the vault where I put my dislikes? Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/a-few-books-to-choose-to-read-from-here-image-via-pixabay.jpgA few books to choose to read from here - image via PixabayPlenty to enjoy here! Image via Pixabay2018-02-22T21:51:55+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/02/19/brainstorming-and-ideas/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/books-invite-you-into-their-world-image-via-pixabay1.jpgBooks invite you into their world - image via PixabayBooks invite you into their world. Image via Pixabay2018-02-19T22:25:46+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/02/17/truth-or-nonsense/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/feature-image-writing-sayings.jpgFeature Image - Writing Sayingshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/sg-part-2-this-applies-to-all-forms-of-writing-too-image-via-pixabay.jpgSG PART 2 - This applies to all forms of writing too - image via PixabayGood advice - and it applies to our characters too. Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/photo2437.jpgPhoto2437Again from Swanwick. Literally a place to reflect! Image via Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/photo2424.jpgPhoto2424From Swanwick Writers' Summer School. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/useful-as-another-new-saying-maybe-image-via-pixabay.pngUseful as another new saying maybe - image via PixabayLove this image! Image via Pixabay2018-02-17T00:24:59+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/02/15/loving-what-you-do-as-a-writer/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/too-late-for-me-but-a-saying-worth-considering-image-via-pixabay.jpgToo late for me but a saying worth considering - image via PixabayAlas, too late for me! Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/well-would-you-image-via-pixabay.jpgWell, would you - image via PixabayWell, would you? Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/not-arguing-with-this-saying-image-via-pixabay.jpgNot arguing with this saying - image via PixabayNot arguing with this! Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/good-advice-here-all-writers-need-to-fail-better-image-via-pixabay.jpgGood advice here - all writers need to fail better - image via PixabayGood advice. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/some-very-strange-characters-can-be-found-inside-a-book-image-via-pixabay.jpgSome very strange characters can be found inside a book - image via PixabaySome very strange creatures are in books. Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/what-new-scenes-will-a-book-show-you-image-via-pixabay.jpgWhat new scenes will a book show you - image via PixabayWhat new worlds and scenes will books show you? Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/books-invite-you-into-their-world-image-via-pixabay.jpgBooks invite you into their world - image via PixabayBooks invite you into their world. Image via Pixabay.2018-02-15T22:01:44+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/02/12/short-stories/2018-02-12T21:17:34+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/02/10/talking-crime-research-in-fiction-and-networking/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/writing-groups-courses-and-classes-can-be-invaluable-image-via-pixabay.jpgWriting groups, courses and classes can be invaluable - image via PixabayWriting conferences, classes etc can be a great source of networking and inspiration for writers. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/swanwick-lake.jpgSwanwick LakeThe lake at The Hayes, home of the Swanwick Writers' Summer School. Image taken by Val Penny.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/author-pic-2.jpgauthor pic 2Val Penny. Image kindly supplied by her.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/hunters-chase-banner.jpgHunter's Chase bannerVal Penny's Hunter's Chase is on Kindle and in paperback. Image kindly supplied by Val Penny.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/feature-image-val-penny-interview-part-2.jpgFeature Image - Val Penny Interview Part 2My latest CFT post. Image kindly supplied by Val Penny.2018-02-10T00:14:00+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/02/07/stories-and-a-writers-three-wishes/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/writing-whether-it-is-fiction-or-otherwise-is-a-wonderful-way-to-create-something-new-image-via-pixabay.jpgWriting, whether it is fiction or otherwise, is a wonderful way to create something new - image via PixabayJotting down ideas for future stories is always a good idea. Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/the-fantastic-world-of-books-must-include-non-fiction-too-image-via-pixabay.jpgThe fantastic world of books must include non-fiction too - image via PixabayThe wonderful world of stories. Image via Pixabay2018-02-07T23:34:10+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/02/03/crime-fiction-and-writing-triggers/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/another-view-of-my-stand-plus-leaflets-sharing-what-it-is-all-about.jpgAnother view of my stand plus leaflets sharing what it is all abouthttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/what-i-write.jpgWhat I writeWhat I write. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/my-book-stand-at-the-discovery-centre.jpgMy book stand at the Discovery CentreMy stand at the Winchester discovery Centre event. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/where-ive-been-published-in-print-so-far.jpgWhere I've Been Published in Print so FarSome of my work is in these. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/baubles-medium.jpgBaubles MediumMy story Helping Out is in Baubles, the Bridge House anthology for 2016https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/my-two-earliest-print-publications.jpgMy two earliest print publicationsMy first two publishing credits! Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/photo2407.jpgPhoto2407More of the grounds at Swanwick. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/photo2409.jpgPhoto2409https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/photo2414.jpgPhoto2414Part of the lovely grounds at Swanwick. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/photo2395.jpgPhoto23952018-02-03T00:30:10+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/02/01/quizzing-your-characters-and-writing-frustrations/2018-02-01T21:49:08+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/01/27/being-creative/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/all-aspects-of-acting-behind-and-on-the-stage-fuel-creativity-image-via-pixabay.jpgAll aspects of acting, behind and on the stage, fuel creativity - image via PixabayActing is a great form of creativity. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/writing-whether-it-is-fiction-or-otherwise-is-a-wonderful-way-to-create-something-new-image-via-pixabay.jpgWriting, whether it is fiction or otherwise, is a wonderful way to create something new - image via PixabayYou can't beat notebooks for jotting down ideas. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/let-creativity-spill-out-image-via-pixabay.jpgLet creativity spill out - image via PixabayLet the creative process flow! Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/music-whether-writing-it-or-playing-it-or-both-is-just-one-form-of-creativity-image-via-pixabay.jpgMusic, whether writing it or playing it or both, is just one form of creativity - image via PixabayMusic, for me, is one of the surpreme creative joys. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/humans-are-immensely-creative-image-via-pixabay.jpgHumans are immensely creative - image via PixabayLet those ideas flow! Image via Pixabay,https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/the-fantastic-world-of-books-must-include-non-fiction-too-image-via-pixabay.jpgThe fantastic world of books must include non-fiction too - image via PixabayThe wonderful world of writing should include non-fiction, which benefits from creative techniques too. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/a-wonderful-palette-of-colours-image-via-pixabay.jpgA wonderful palette of colours - image via PixabayA wonderful palette of colours. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/feature-image-creativity-is-good-for-you.jpgFeature Image - Creativity Is Good For YouThis was the title of one of my CFT posts. Always true though!Image via Pixabay2018-01-27T00:09:10+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/01/19/facts-and-fiction/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/feature-image-facts-and-fiction.jpgFeature Image - Facts and Fictionhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/books-illuminate-and-fiction-is-made-stronger-by-using-non-fiction-to-support-it-image-via-pixabay.jpegBooks illuminate and fiction is made stronger by using non-fiction to support it - image via PixabayFiction is strengthened when backed by fact. Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/historical-records-can-be-an-invaluable-source-of-inspiration-image-via-pixabay.jpegHistorical records can be an invaluable source of inspiration - image via PixabayHistorical records can be an invaluable source of inspiration. Image via Pixabay,https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/use-what-you-know-of-our-natural-world-and-blend-it-with-some-imagination-to-create-your-own-fictional-one-image-via-pixabay.jpegUse what you know of our natural world and blend it with some imagination to create your own fictional one - image via PixabayUse what you know of our world and your imagination to create something really special. Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/time-to-find-a-new-place-to-call-home-perhaps-what-stories-could-that-lead-to-image-via-pixabay.jpegTime to find a new place to call home perhaps - what stories could that lead to - image via PixabayTime to have another home perhaps? Good stories to be had here! Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/feature-image-facts-and-fiction-image-via-pixabay.jpegFeature Image - Facts and Fiction - image via PixabayWhat writing triggers will help you create your new worlds? Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/a-clean-sheet-can-lead-to-fascinating-characters-image-via-pixabay.jpegA clean sheet can lead to fascinating characters - image via PixabayA clean sheet can lead to some fascinating characters and stories. Image via Pixabay2018-01-19T00:15:16+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/01/12/the-flu-interviews-music-and-moods/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/hard-at-work-image-via-pixabay.jpgHard at work - image via PixabayHard at work! Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/classical-concert-conductor-image-via-pixabay.jpgClassical Concert Conductor - image via PixabayConducting the night's business. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/a-perfect-night-out-perhaps-image-via-pixabay.jpegA perfect night out perhaps - image via PixabayA perfect night out. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/beethoven-possibly-not-in-one-of-his-more-cheery-moods-image-via-pixabay.jpegBeethoven, possibly not in one of his more cheery moods - image via PixabayBeethoven, possibly not in one of his cheerier moods. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/setting-the-mood-classically-perhaps-image-via-pixabay.jpegSetting the mood classically perhaps - image via PixabaySetting the mood classically perhaps. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/part-of-the-orchestra-image-via-pixabay.jpegPart of the orchestra - image via PixabayPart of the orchestra. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/feature-image-music-and-moods.jpgFeature Image - Music and MoodsMy latest CFT post. Image via Pixabay.2018-01-12T23:12:32+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/01/05/walking-writing-and-getting-away-from-it-all/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/feature-image-jermyns-lane.jpgFeature Image - Jermyns Lanehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/i-have-been-lucky-enough-to-see-an-owl-in-flight-like-this-near-braishfield-just-around-the-corner-from-jermyns-lane-image-via-pixabay.jpegI have been lucky enough to see an owl in flight like this near Braishfield, just around the corner from Jermyns Lane, image via PixabayA barn owl in flight. I've been lucky enough to see one in flight like this. Great sight. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/red-deer-image-via-pixabay.jpegRed deer - image via PixabayRed deer. Image by Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/muntjac-deer-image-via-pixabay.jpegMuntjac deer - image via PixabayThe lovely and petite Muntjak. Image via Pixabay.,https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/fallow-deer-image-by-pixabay.jpgFallow deer - image by PixabayFallow deer. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/photo2241.jpgPhoto2241I love walking by water - so calming. Can also inspire how you create your own world. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/photo2175.jpgPhoto2175Lonely? Bit bleak? Perhaps but you really do get away from it all. Image by Allison Symesy Ahttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/photo2205.jpgPhoto2205A place of peace - at least in the summer months! Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/typical-of-the-main-track-at-jermyns-lane.jpgTypical of the main track at Jermyns LaneWhat kind of journey will your characters go on? Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/lady-loves-jermyns-lane.jpgLady loves Jermyns LaneLady, my new dog, also loves Jermyns Lane. Image by Allison Symes2018-01-05T18:24:38+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2018/01/04/author-interviews-and-inspiring-your-writing/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/the-arbour-at-the-hayes.jpgThe arbour at The HayesThe arbour at Swanwick. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/so-many-writing-conference-rooms-look-like-this-image-via-pixabay.jpgSo many writing conference rooms look like this, image via PixabayA writing conference room. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/note-taking-is-an-invaluable-aid-to-retaining-what-you-learn-at-conferences-image-via-pixabay.jpgNote taking is an invaluable aid to retaining what you learn at conferences, image via PixabayWrite, edit, write, edit... image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/learning-with-others-in-a-writing-conference-is-huge-fun-image-via-pixabay.jpgLearning with others in a writing conference is huge fun, image via PixabaySharing the joys and woes of the writing life. Image via Pixabay,https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/the-old-fashioned-notebook-and-pen-still-have-major-roles-to-play-in-interviewing-image-via-pixabay.jpgThe old fashioned notebook and pen still have major roles to play in interviewing - image via PixabayCan't beat the notebook and pen for quick notes. Image via Pixabay,https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/microphone-image-via-pixabay.jpgMicrophone - image via PixabayI really liked taking part in the Prose Open Mic slot at Swanwick this year. Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/a-checklist-is-always-useful-when-interviewing-image-via-pixaburn.jpgA checklist is always useful when interviewing -image via PixaburnA checklist can be useful for quizzing your characters. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/what-is-that-camera-thingy-then.jpgWhat is that camera thingy thenWhat's that camera thingy then, Mum? Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/tugging-the-box.jpgTugging the boxTugging the box. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/inquisitive-lady-1.jpgInquisitive Lady -1Inquisitive Lady. Image by Allison Symes2018-01-04T21:15:18+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/12/31/beginnings-and-endings/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/king-alfreds-statue-neil-howard-via-flickr.jpgKing Alfred's Statue - Neil Howard via FlickrKing Alfred appreciated books and education and is justly remembered for this even now. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/books-can-be-magical-and-world-book-night-aims-to-share-that-magic-image-via-pixabay.jpgBooks can be magical and World Book Night aims to share that magic - image via PixabayStories are magical and inspire other stories. Image via Pixabay.2017-12-31T23:57:20+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/12/30/reviews-and-writing-plans/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/or-you-could-just-ask-a-few-simple-questions-image-via-pixabay.jpegOr you could just ask a few simple questions - image via PixabayOr you could ask some simple questions! Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/use-review-questions-to-find-out-more-about-your-characters-image-via-pixabay1.jpegUse review questions to find out more about your characters, image via PixabayUse personal reviews to help you generate characters and story outlines. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/a-blank-page-can-take-you-anywhere-writing-wise-image-via-pixabay.jpegA blank page can take you anywhere writing wise, image via PixabayA blank page can take you anywhere in writing. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/new-year-2018-image-via-pixabay.jpegNew Year 2018 - image via PixabayHappy New Year! Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/nobody-gets-their-ideas-spot-on-immediately-image-via-pixabay.jpegNobody gets their ideas spot on immediately, image via PixabayNobody gets their ideas right first go. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/honest-feedback-is-the-only-kind-worth-having-image-via-pixabay.jpegHonest feedback is the only kind worth having - image via PixabayHonest feedback is the only kind worth having. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/im-not-arguing-with-this-image-via-pixabay.jpegI'm not arguing with this - image via PixabayI'm not arguing with this one! Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/new-year-at-midnight-image-via-pixabay.pngNew Year at midnight - image via PixabayUsing time wisely is difficult at times. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/use-review-questions-to-find-out-more-about-your-characters-image-via-pixabay.jpegUse review questions to find out more about your characters, image via PixabayUse personal reviews to help you generate character and story outlines. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/from-one-year-to-another-image-via-pixabay.jpegFrom one year to another - image via PixabayFrom one year to another. Image via Pixabay.2017-12-30T01:11:34+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/12/23/reviews-by-writer-and-characters/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/at-waterloo-station.jpgAt Waterloo StationAt Waterloo Station on my way home from the Bridge House event. The Salvation Army band were there too. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/never-in-my-fiction-image-via-pixabay.jpgNever in my fiction - image via PixabayNever in my fiction. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/such-appropriate-decor-for-the-bridge-house-event-in-a-pub-room.jpgSuch appropriate decor for the Bridge House event in a pub roomThis was part of the pub decor at the place where Bridge House had their event. Very apt! Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/paula-readman-dawn-kentish-knox-and-allison-symes-and-books-with-kind-permission-from-paula-readman-copy.jpegPaula Readman, Dawn Kentish Knox and Allison Symes and books - with kind permission from Paula Readman - CopyPaula Readman, Dawn Knox and I at the recent Bridge House celebration event. Many thanks to Paula for the image. Also Paula is another winning entry for the Waterloo Festival. https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/feature-image-my-2017-writing-journey.jpgFeature Image - My 2017 Writing JourneyMy latest Chandler's Ford Today post. Stunning image via Pixabay.2017-12-23T00:50:43+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/12/20/carols-stories-and-comedy/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/dec-2017-post-these-will-be-welcome-after-our-big-sing1.jpegDEC 2017 POST - These will be welcome after our big singMince pies. Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/christmas-scene-image-via-pixabay1.pngChristmas scene - image via PixabayThe Nativity scene. Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/dec-2017-post-happy-christmas-to-you-all.jpegDEC 2017 POST - Happy Christmas to you allSays it all! Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/dec-2017-post-christmas-candles1.jpegDEC 2017 POST - Christmas CandlesIs your story light or dark? Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/dec-2017-post-carol-singing-two-favourites-here2.pngDEC 2017 POST - Carol singing - two favourites hereTwo favourite carols. Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/dec-2017-post-carol-singing-two-favourites-here1.pngDEC 2017 POST - Carol singing - two favourites hereTwo favourite carols here. Image from Pixabay2017-12-20T21:08:19+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/12/17/stories-at-christmas/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/ive-no-time-for-frosty-the-snowman-but-expect-hell-turn-up-in-january-image-via-pixabay.jpgI've no time for Frosty the Snowman but expect he'll turn up in January, image via PixabayI'm not a fan of Frosty the Snowman. Causes too much chaos on the roads! Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/christmas-tree-lights-image-via-pixabay.jpgChristmas Tree lights - image via PixabayChristmas tree lights. Note bulbs are all working! Image via Pixabay https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/christmas-lights-image-via-pixabay.jpgChristmas lights - image via PixabayChristmas lights. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/carols-and-santa-whats-not-to-like-image-via-pixabay.jpgCarols and Santa - what's not to like - image via PixabayCarols, Christmas Songs and Santa. Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/christmas-scene-image-via-pixabay.pngChristmas scene - image via PixabayThe Nativity. Image by Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/dec-2017-post-these-will-be-welcome-after-our-big-sing.jpegDEC 2017 POST - These will be welcome after our big singMince pies. Image by Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/dec-2017-post-christmas-candles.jpegDEC 2017 POST - Christmas CandlesChristmas candles. Image by Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/dec-2017-post-carol-singing-two-favourites-here.pngDEC 2017 POST - Carol singing - two favourites hereTwo favourite carols. Image by Pixabay2017-12-17T23:45:48+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/12/16/stepping-back-in-time/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/jennifer-c-wilson-holyrood-palace.jpgJennifer C Wilson - Holyrood PalaceThe lady herself. Jennifer C Wilson, writer of paranormal historical fiction. Image taken at Holyrood and kindly supplied by Jennifer C Wilsonhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/the-last-plantagenet-book-cover1.jpgThe Last Plantagenet Book CoverJennifer C Wilson's self-published novella. Image kindly supplied by Jennifer C Wilsonhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/royal-mile-book-cover1.jpgRoyal Mile Book CoverJennifer C Wilson's second book in her Kindred Spirits series - Royal Mile. Image kindly supplied by Jennifer C Wilsonhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/tower-of-london-book-cover1.jpgTower of London Book CoverJennifer C Wilson's first book. Image kindly supplied by Jennifer C Wilsonhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/notebooks-beverages-and-pens-bliss-for-any-writer-image-via-pixabay.jpegNotebooks, beverages and pens - bliss for any writer - image via PixabayNotebooks, pens, beverages... bliss for the writer. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/another-view-of-the-tower-of-london-image-via-pixabay.jpegAnother view of the Tower of London - image via PixabayThe Tower of London. Setting for Kindred Spirits: Tower of London by Jennifer C Wilson. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/edinburgh-castle-image-via-pixabay.jpegEdinburgh Castle - image via PixabayEdinburgh Castle, setting for Kindred Spirits: Royal Mile. Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/feature-image-part-2-jennifer-c-wilson-stepping-back-in-time2.jpgFeature Image Part 2 Jennifer C Wilson Stepping Back in TimeOne of my earlier CFT posts. Good historical fiction will make you seem as if you are in that world. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/escape-with-a-good-book-image-via-pixabay1.jpegEscape with a good book - image via PixabayEscape with a good book. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/a-familiar-desk-scene-for-writers-image-via-pixabay1.jpegA familiar desk scene for writers - image via PixabayThe writer's desk. What do you hope will emerge from yours this coming year? Image via Pixabay.2017-12-16T00:15:52+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/12/12/happy-ever-after-or-not/2017-12-12T23:29:20+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/12/09/crossing-genres-and-second-book-syndrome/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/the-last-plantagenet-book-cover.jpgThe Last Plantagenet Book CoverJennifer's self published novella. Image supplied by Jennifer C Wilsonhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/fltdba-on-the-christmas-tree.jpegFrom Light to Dark and Back Again on the Christmas TreeMy book on our Christmas Tree as part of Paula Readman's wonderful For Writers Only Who Want to Write without Fear of Rejection Facebook page. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/good-historical-fiction-will-make-it-seem-as-if-you-had-stepped-back-in-time-image-via-pixabay.jpegGood historical fiction will make it seem as if you had stepped back in time - image via PixabayCould this picture inspire stories? Good fiction will take you out of the world for a while. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/a-familiar-desk-scene-for-writers-image-via-pixabay.jpegA familiar desk scene for writers - image via PixabayThe familiar sight of the writing desk, regardless of genre! Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/royal-mile-book-cover.jpgRoyal Mile Book CoverJennifer's second book. Image supplied by Jennifer C Wilsonhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/tower-of-london-book-cover.jpgTower of London Book CoverJennifer's first book. Image supplied by Jennifer C Wilsonhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/good-books-should-bring-illumination-to-a-situation-make-you-see-things-as-you-havent-before-image-via-pixabay.jpegGood books should bring illumination to a situation, make you see things as you haven't before - image via PixabayAiming for more "magic" from my stories this year! Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/escape-with-a-good-book-image-via-pixabay.jpegEscape with a good book - image via PixabayEscape with a good book. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/feature-image-part-1-jennifer-c-wilson.jpgFeature Image Part 1 Jennifer C WilsonMy latest CFT post - image supplied by Jennifer C Wilson2017-12-09T00:25:36+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/12/05/stories-on-cafelit/2017-12-05T00:05:10+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/12/04/bridge-house-chapeltown-cafelit-red-telephone-event/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/20171202_1638171.jpg20171202_163817https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/20171202_163756.jpg20171202_163756The chandelier in the Ladies at the Princess of Wales pub! Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/20171202_163817.jpg20171202_163817https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/20171202_174850.jpg20171202_174850Waterloo Station looked lovely with its huge Christmas tree. The Salvation Army band were playing too. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/gill-talks-with-dawn-and-i-at-the-bh-event-image-taken-by-paula-readman.jpegGill talks with Dawn and I at the BH event, image taken by Paula ReadmanGill talks with Dawn Kentish Knox and me. Image thanks to Paula Readman.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/20171202_152610.jpg20171202_152610Paula Readman shared details of her writers support website. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/20171202_154720.jpg20171202_154720Gill reads from January Stones. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/20171202_1348551.jpg20171202_134855A great selection of books. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/20171202_124357_hdr.jpg20171202_124357_HDRThe Princess of Wales pub, Chalk Farm. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/20171202_122355.jpg20171202_122355Fans of Radio 4's I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue will appreciate why I took this photo. Image by Allison Symes2017-12-04T00:52:57+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/12/02/balancing-time-and-reading-work-out-loud/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/joys-post-mary-treasured-the-special-moments-in-her-heart-image-via-pixabay.jpgJOYS POST - Mary treasured the special moments in her heart - image via PixabayMary treasured these things in her heart. We should treasure special moments in our Christian life too. Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/joys-post-this-pool-is-similar-to-the-one-i-was-baptised-in-image-via-pixabay.jpgJOYS POST - This pool is similar to the one I was baptised in - image via PixabayOne special moment for me was my baptism which happened in a pool like this one. Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/mibi-shop-display-fltdba.jpgMIBI SHOP DISPLAY FLTDBAMany thanks to MIBI Gift Shop for stocking my book.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/cropped-version-of-my-reading-at-railway-station.jpgCropped Version of my reading at railway stationReading out loud is a joy for writer and listener.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/photo2985.jpgPhoto2985My station signing display.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/photo2986.jpgPhoto2986From Light to Dark and Back Again. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/allison-book-signing-chandlers-ford-railway-station-1.jpegAllison book-signing Chandler's Ford railway station (1)Always happy to sign one of my books.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/the-literary-clock-in-the-childrens-section.jpgThe literary clock in the children's sectionHow do you use your writiing time most effectively? Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/what-i-write.jpgWhat I writeWhat I write.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/allison-symes-and-stand-thanks-to-finian-black-for-taking-this.jpgAllison Symes and stand - thanks to Finian Black for taking thisMany thanks to Finian Black, children's author, for taking this photo.2017-12-02T01:08:46+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/11/29/online-here-and-there/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/seasons-post-autumn-colours.jpgSEASONS POST - Autumn ColoursI love the autumn, always have. It reminds me change does have a purpose. Moments can mark those changes. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/joys-post-mary-treasured-the-special-moments-in-her-heart-image-via-pixabay.jpgJOYS POST - Mary treasured the special moments in her heart - image via PixabayMary treasured these things in her heart. We should treasure our special Christian moments too. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/joys-post-baptism-of-jesus-by-john-image-via-pixabay.jpgJOYS POST - Baptism of Jesus by John - image via PixabayBaptism of Jesus by John. I talk about special moments in the Christian life in my MTW post. Image via Pixabay.2017-11-29T23:04:51+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/11/28/mixing-up-your-reading-and-event-news/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/0190b-notepadinwood.jpg0190b-notepadinwoodThe joy of writing. Image via Pixabay.2017-11-28T23:21:05+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/11/26/favourite-books-and-reading-out-loud/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/sayings-we-owe-to-shakespeare-image-via-trf_mr_hyde-on-flickr.jpgSayings we owe to Shakespeare - Image via TRF_Mr_Hyde on FlickrSome of Shakespeare's sayings in popular use now. Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/library-shelves-always-need-stacking-via-pixabay.jpgLibrary shelves always need stacking via PixabayLibrary shelves always need stacking and that's how it should be. Image via Pixabay2017-11-26T23:58:57+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/11/25/appreciating-books/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/tea-1090672_640.jpgtea-1090672_640Naturally the teas and coffees went down very well too. Many thanks to Winchester Discovery Centre staff. Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/cake-2001781_640.jpgcake-2001781_640The cake went down well with everybody. The lemon drizzle melted in the mouth! Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/fireworks.jpgfireworksHappy New Year! Image via Pixabay2017-11-25T23:14:44+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/11/25/changing-the-world-and-reading-fairytales/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/richard-iii-did-kill-henry-tudor-flag-bearer-and-almost-got-henry-himself-image-via-pixabay.jpegRichard III did kill Henry Tudor flag bearer and almost got Henry himself - image via PixabayRichard III did kill Henry Tudor's flag bearer at Bosworth and almost killed Henry. So much would have changed had Richard done so! Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/medieval-equipment-not-for-the-faint-of-heart.jpgMedieval equipment - not for the faint of heartMedieval weaponry. Not for the fainthearted. What would your world have as weapons? Why would they need them? Image by Allison Symes. I took this at the Medieval Weekend held in Hampshire earlier in 2017.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/medieval-battle-re-enactment-image-via-pixabay.jpgMedieval battle re-enactment, image via PixabayMedieval battle re-enactment. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/a-fallen-knight-richard-iii-was-the-ultimate-one-image-via-pixabay.jpegA fallen knight - Richard III was the ultimate one - image via PixabayA fallen knight - and even his enemies acknowledged Richard III as this. Image via Pixabay. Richard III is the lead in Jennifer C Wilson's Kindred Spirits: Tower of London novel.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/feature-image-pivotal-history-moments-bosworth.jpgFeature Image - Pivotal History Moments - BosworthAnother older CFTpost shows how moments in history can literally change everything.. Image via Pixabay.2017-11-25T00:31:59+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/11/23/events-and-editing/2017-11-23T21:57:49+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/11/20/formats-and-fairytale-revenge/2017-11-20T00:08:02+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/11/18/having-fun-with-your-characters-and-keeping-it-local/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/side-view-mibi-display1.jpgSIDE VIEW MIBI DISPLAYMy book is now on sale at MIBI Gift Shop. Image by me.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/from-behind-my-table-i-had-a-good-view-across-the-central-part-of-the-age-concern-centre.jpgFrom behind my table I had a good view across the central part of the Age Concern centreFrom behind my table at the local Book Fair. Image by me.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/flash-fiction-with-damon-wakes-and-allison-symes-image-via-jw3.jpgFlash Fiction with Damon Wakes and Allison Symes - image via JWFellow flash fiction writer, Damon Wakes, and I loved the Book Fair. Image by Janet Williams, editor of Chandler's Ford Todayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/mibi-shop-display-fltdba1.jpgMIBI SHOP DISPLAY FLTDBAMy book on sale at MIBI Gift Shop. Image taken by me.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/local-authors-books-at-chandlers-ford-railway-station1.jpgLocal authors books at Chandlers Ford railway stationLocal authors' books, including mine, on sale at our railway stationhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/fltdba-in-hiltingbury-post-office.jpgFLTDBA in Hiltingbury Post OfficeMy book on sale at the local Post Officehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/fltdba-in-bay-leaves-larder.jpgFLTDBA in Bay Leaves LarderMy book on sale at Bay Leaves Larder, a wonderful local cafe that does a lot to support writers in the area.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/feature-image-local-communities-and-writers.jpgFeature Image - Local Communities and WritersMy Chandler's Ford Today post for this week.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/local-connections-matter-image-via-pixabay.jpgLocal connections matter - image via PixabayConnections to what you read and what you write. What are yours? Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/linking-up-communities-image-via-pixabay.jpgLinking up communities - image via PixabayIs the truth welcome in your fictional world? How does your community react to it?. Image via Pixabay.2017-11-18T00:05:37+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/11/14/interviews-and-when-less-is-more-for-horror/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/lady-showing-the-world-her-belly-and-what-she-can-do-with-her-toy.jpgLady showing the world her belly and what she can do with her toyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/lady-making-herself-at-home-e1510702222401.jpgLady making herself at home2017-11-14T23:54:38+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/11/13/reviews-and-favourite-stories/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/photo1976.jpgPhoto1976What do your characters see? What do they make of the world around them?https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/photo1997.jpgPhoto1997https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/photo1994.jpgPhoto1994Look out from your characters's mindsetshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/opposite-to-2-grove.jpgOpposite to 2 GroveCan you portray why your characters are the way they are and live the way they do?https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/the-way-to-the-magical-realm-via-pixabay.jpgThe way to the magical realm - via PixabayCharacters seeking to change the world are often on a physical journey too. Image via Pixabay.2017-11-13T00:12:11+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/11/11/priorities-remembering-and-a-review/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/looking-down-on-shop-display-mibi1.jpgLOOKING DOWN ON SHOP DISPLAY MIBIBooks should be a pleasure always. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/second-side-view-mibi-display.jpgSECOND SIDE VIEW MIBI DISPLAYhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/side-view-mibi-display.jpgSIDE VIEW MIBI DISPLAYMy book is on sale in local outlets, including MIBI Gift Shop. Image by me.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/looking-down-on-shop-display-mibi.jpgLOOKING DOWN ON SHOP DISPLAY MIBIhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/mibi-shop-display-fltdba.jpgMIBI SHOP DISPLAY FLTDBAMy book on sale in a local gift shop. Image taken by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/is-dorothy-about-to-meet-her-maker.jpgIs Dorothy about to meet her makerhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/the-strains-of-effectively-being-under-house-arrest-begin-to-show.jpgThe strains of effectively being under house arrest begin to showhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/the-inimitable-the-often-drunk-bunting-the-butler.jpgThe inimitable, the often drunk Bunting the Butlerhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/mildreds-house-guests-turn-up.jpgMildred's house guests turn uphttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/feature-image-murdered-to-death-review.jpgFeature Image - Murdered to Death Review2017-11-11T00:38:49+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/11/07/comic-fiction-and-stories-told-in-letter-form/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/writing-directly-to-screen1.jpgWriting directly to screenWhat are the changes your characters seek to make? Are you showing your characters doing this rather than telling us? Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/laptops-all-have-a-global-reach-image-via-pixabay.jpgLaptops - all have a global reach - image via PixabayReviews can have global reach. Most impact I think can often be local to the writer.2017-11-07T23:44:40+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/11/05/when-life-gets-in-the-way-in-a-good-way/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/allison-book-signing-chandlers-ford-railway-station.jpgAllison book-signing Chandler's Ford railway stationBook signing at the railway station earlier this yearhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/local-authors-books-at-chandlers-ford-railway-station.jpgLocal authors' books at Chandler's Ford railway stationLocal author books on sale in Chandler's Ford Railway Station including minehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/img_20170814_133141-118.jpgimg_20170814_133141.118Notes are essential for an talk.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/img_20170814_132128-5171.jpgimg_20170814_132128.517Val Penny and I networking (!) at Swanwick in 2017. Here I've just signed my book for Val. At Swanwick in 2018 I plan to ask Val to sign her book for me! Image taken by Jennifer C Wilson.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/from-diving-board-to-keyboard-via-pixabay.jpgFrom diving board to keyboard via PixabayThe keyboard beckons...https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/the-best-advice-for-any-writer-image-via-pixabay.jpgThe best advice for any writer - image via PixabaySound advice. Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/getting-the-one-liners-right-takes-time.jpgGetting the one liners right takes timeGetting work right takes timehttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/jot-down-those-one-liners.jpgJot down those one linersAlways time and space for the pen and paper method of draftinghttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/writing-directly-to-screen.jpgWriting directly to screenWriting to screen. Am using smartphone more for this.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/that-ball-really-does-need-a-good-seeing-to.jpgThat ball really does need a good seeing toThis ball was a favourite of our previous dogs, Gracie and Mabel2017-11-05T23:49:12+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/11/04/developmentsmaking-progress-and-book-fair-report/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/goodreads-snip.pngGoodreads SnipTwo of mine...https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/richard-hardie-talking-with-jane-from-chandlers-ford-library.jpgRichard Hardie talking with Jane from Chandler's Ford LibraryRichard Hardie talking with our Chandler's Ford Library representative.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/hard-at-work-image-by-jw.jpgHard at work - image by JWMixing up your reading. Cross genres. Cross age ranges too. Image by Allison Symes taken at the Chandler's Ford Book Fair in 2017. Anne Wan's second Snow Globe book was out then.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/visitors-browsing-books-image-via-jw.jpgVisitors browsing books - image via JWWhat to choose?https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/writers-finding-out-what-each-other-writes-image-via-jw.jpgWriters finding out what each other writes - image via JWWriters finding out what we all write! We love to read as well as to write. Without reading we wouldn't write. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/the-middle-of-the-age-concern-hall-lots-of-writers-and-visitors-image-via-jw.jpgThe middle of the Age Concern Hall - lots of writers and visitors - image via JWSome wonderful banners and balloons brightened up the Hallhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/selection-of-authors-including-richard-hardie-at-the-book-fair-image-by-jw.jpgSelection of authors, including Richard Hardie, at the Book Fair - image by JWWriters networking!https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/martin-kryle-with-his-railway-and-political-history-books-image-via-jw.jpgMartin Kryle with his railway and political history books - image via JWNon-Fiction Corner at the recent Book Fair. Image by Allison Symes (and non-fiction makes for fascinating reading too).https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/karen-stephens-and-sally-howard-of-secret-lives-fame-image-via-jw.jpgKaren Stephens and Sally Howard of Secret Lives fame - image via JWThe Secret Lives of Chandler's Ford ladies also enjoy meeting their readers at the recent Book Fair. Add short stories to your reading mix! Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/it-is-always-good-to-meet-readers-and-even-better-when-they-read-you-image-via-jw.jpgIt is always good to meet readers and even better when they read you - image via JWAlways lovely to meet readers. Image taken by Janet Williams, editor of Chandler's Ford Today2017-11-04T00:04:21+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/11/02/favourite-stories-flash-fiction-and-furry-friends/2017-11-02T22:47:01+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/10/30/therapeutic-writing-and-reaching-reluctant-readers/2017-10-30T23:58:26+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/10/30/round-up-and-rejections/2017-10-30T00:17:15+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/10/27/what-is-a-good-fairytale/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/cropped-version-of-my-reading-at-railway-station.jpgCropped Version of my reading at railway stationReading your work out loud is a vital part of editing.2017-10-27T23:20:55+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/10/25/books-writing-flash-fiction-almost-anywhere-and-a-non-fiction-favourite/2017-10-25T22:02:26+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/10/24/writing-and-mood/2017-10-24T20:36:49+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/10/23/writing-days-and-working-out-when-to-stop/2017-10-23T23:50:48+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/10/21/wishes-and-flash-fiction/2017-10-21T22:36:35+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/10/21/story-endings/2017-10-21T00:52:54+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/10/19/book-signings-libraries-and-technology/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/eastleigh-library-richard-at-work.jpgEastleigh Library - Richard at workYA author, Richard Hardie, was another taking part at Winchester. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/allison-symes-richard-hardie-daniel.jpegAllison Symes, Richard Hardie, Danielhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/eastleigh-library-richard-signing-both-of-his-books-for-a-fan.jpgEastleigh Library - Richard signing both of his books for a fanhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/eastleigh-library-2017-richard-gave-his-talk-from-here.jpgEastleigh Library 2017 - Richard gave his talk from hereGreat stories often start this way but historical narrative shouldn't! Image taken by Allison Symes2017-10-19T22:58:21+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/10/17/writing-to-a-story-prompt/2017-10-17T23:16:02+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/10/16/therapeutic-writing-and-using-flash-fiction-techniques-elsewhere/2017-10-16T22:04:43+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/10/15/flash-fictionshort-stories/2017-10-15T23:51:36+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/10/14/the-importance-of-book-launches-and-reality-of-fairytales/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/writing-first-editing-later-but-both-needed-image-via-pixabay.jpgWriting first, editing later but both needed - image via PixabayPreparing a talk or a flash fiction story perhaps. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/stories-can-be-created-and-read-on-just-about-any-modern-device-image-via-pixabay.jpgStories can be created and read on just about any modern device - image via PixabayBig screen, little screen, LOTS of stories on either! Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/shooting-star-feature-image-anne-wan-book-launch-at-waterstones-2017.jpgShooting Star - Feature Image - Anne Wan Book Launch at Waterstones 20172017-10-14T00:34:02+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/10/12/aspects-of-the-writing-life/2017-10-12T23:07:29+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/10/10/new-anthology-a-book-fair-and-how-i-fell-into-flash-fiction/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/anne-wan-and-allison-symes-at-bay-leaves-larder.jpgAnne Wan and Allison Symes at Bay Leaves Larderhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/shootingstar-booklaunch-a5leaflet-final-page-001.jpgShootingStar-BookLaunch-A5Leaflet-FINAL-page-001Anne Wan's second book in her Snow Globe series. Image kindly supplied by Anne Wan.2017-10-10T22:26:50+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/10/09/judging-guest-blogging-and-acw-writers-days/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/photo2404.jpgPhoto2404I met Bridget Holding of the Wild Words website at Swanwick earlier this year. Image by Allison Symeshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/photo2408.jpgPhoto24082017-10-09T00:18:32+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/10/07/changes-and-conjuring-up-worlds-in-a-few-words/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/stones-244244_640.jpgstones-244244_640Let your stories have impact. Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/mabel-gracie.jpgMabel-GracieMy two girls, both much missed. Mabel, the border collie, left us last week. Gracie, the bearded/border cross, left us five years ago. And yes it is the same ball. They both loved it.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/blogging-via-diaries-and-tablets-ancient-and-modern-technologies-via-pixabay.jpgBlogging via diaries and tablets, ancient and modern technologies via PixabayWhat ever writer needs. Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/the-eerie-quality-of-fog-can-have-its-own-beauty.jpgThe eerie quality of fog can have its own beautyYou can almost feel the mood from this picture. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/feature-image-changing-seasons.jpgFeature Image - Changing Seasons2017-10-07T00:10:12+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/09/30/blogging-and-the-point-of-fairytales/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/bookfairposter8.jpgBookFairPoster8Some good books to choose from here! Poster supplied by Catherine Griffin2017-09-30T00:04:00+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/09/27/happenings-flashing-and-drabbling/2017-09-27T20:03:27+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/09/26/reading-aloud-and-twist-characters/2017-09-26T22:04:09+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/09/24/prizes-launches-and-presentations/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/the-best-advice-for-any-writer-image-via-pixabay.jpgThe best advice for any writer - image via PixabayAnd prepare well!https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/feature-image-flash-fiction-books-are-gateway-image-via-pixabay.jpgFeature Image - Flash Fiction - Books are Gateway - image via PixabaySays it all really and applies to non-fiction equally as fiction. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/writing-in-many-forms-via-pixabay.jpgwriting in many forms via PixabayPlanning your work. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/childrens-poetry-competition-2017.pngChildren's Poetry Competition 20172017-09-24T22:48:44+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/09/22/spreading-the-word-about-writing/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/stunning-place-in-which-to-read-and-review-image-via-pixabay.jpgStunning place in which to read and review - image via PixabaySuch a beautiful place to read. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/karen-stephens-shares-what-the-writers-stand-is-about.jpgKaren Stephens shares what the writers' stand is abouthttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/barbara-hard-at-work-spreading-the-word-about-books-and-ours-especially1.jpgBarbara hard at work spreading the word about books and ours especiallyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/more-of-the-books2.jpgMore of the bookshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/a-corner-of-books.jpgA corner of bookshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/so-much-marketing-is-done-online-image-via-pixabay.pngSo much marketing is done online - image via PixabayLearn a lot from author interviews be they in print or online. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/featureimagehe2017.jpgFeatureImageHE20172017-09-22T22:39:23+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/09/22/in-the-mood-for-reading-and-writing/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/worlds-real-and-imaginery-are-found-in-books-image-via-pixabay.jpgWorlds, real and imaginery, are found in books - image via PixabayUse flash fiction techniques to help you develop other forms of writing so you grow as a writer. Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/barbara-hard-at-work-spreading-the-word-about-books-and-ours-especially.jpgBarbara hard at work spreading the word about books and ours especiallyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/more-of-the-books1.jpgMore of the books2017-09-22T00:09:56+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/09/19/spreading-the-word-2/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/more-of-the-books.jpgMore of the bookshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/the-writers-book-stand.jpgThe writers' book stand2017-09-19T23:13:51+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/09/18/all-the-fun-of-the-hiltingbury-extravaganza/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/photo1624.jpgPhoto1624One of the ice cream vans at the recent show. Image by Allison Symes. https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/local-authors-books-at-chandlers-ford-railway-station.jpgLocal authors' books at Chandler's Ford railway stationhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/photo0026.jpgPhoto0026https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/hard-at-work-image-via-pixabay.jpgHard at work - image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/classic-music-can-make-a-classic-film.jpgClassic music can make a classic filmHow does music influence you and your characters? Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/at-the-he-book-stand.jpgAt the HE Book Stand2017-09-18T22:57:07+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/09/15/self-censorship-and-judgement/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/feature-image-gj-part-2-historical-fiction.jpgFeature Image GJ Part 2 Historical Fictionhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/copyright-never-enter-a-competition-asking-you-to-give-away-all-rights-image-via-pixabay.pngCopyright (never enter a competition asking you to give away ALL rights) - image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/note-the-dates-on-the-postmarks-clear-censorship-image-via-pixabay.jpgNote the dates on the postmarks - clear censorship - image via Pixabay2017-09-15T22:43:48+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/09/12/reading-widely-and-working-backward/2017-09-12T22:34:57+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/09/10/funny-flash-fiction-and-when-nightmares-happen/2017-09-10T22:48:23+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/09/08/honest-writing-and-historical-fiction/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/feature-image-gj-part-1-historical-fiction.jpgFeature Image GJ Part 1 Historical Fictionhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/old-letters-image-via-pixabay.jpegOld letters - image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/18frontcoverthoss.jpg18frontcoverTHoSSAdd some historical fiction to your reading. This touching book by Gill James could well fit your reading diet. Image supplied by Gill James2017-09-08T23:34:16+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/09/07/what-fascinates-me-about-genre-fiction/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/hard-at-work-via-pixabay.jpgHard at work via PixabayThis would be a wonderful place to read and write. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/old-exercise-books-image-via-pixabay.jpegOld exercise books - image via PixabayPersonal books like these, and non-fiction, generally help make up an interesting reading "diet". Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/writer-at-work-via-pixabay.pngWriter at work via PixabayWriter at work. Image via Pixabay.2017-09-07T22:07:55+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/09/06/what-i-like-in-my-fiction/2017-09-06T23:17:36+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/09/03/why-i-write-and-circle-stories/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/allisons-books.jpgAllison's books2017-09-03T23:10:06+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/09/02/favourite-reading-and/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/where-all-stories-start-regardless-of-technology-the-blank-page-via-pixabay.jpgWhere all stories start regardless of technology - the blank page via PixabayA good interview will bring the best out of the interviewee.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/reading-says-it-all-really-via-pixabay.jpgReading - says it all really via PixabayWell, why not? Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/escape-with-a-good-book-via-pixabay.jpgEscape with a good book via PixabayEscape with a good book, it's good for you! Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/classic-books-image-via-pixabay.jpgClassic Books - image via PixabayClassic Books. New Books. Love them all!2017-09-03T03:04:19+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/08/26/humour-in-fiction/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/great-characters-should-show-humour.jpgGreat characters should show humourGreat characters should show humour. I love both of these two! Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/feature-image-humorous-writing.jpgFeature Image Humorous Writinghttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/humour-can-be-shown-in-expression-writers-have-to-do-it-in-words.jpgHumour can be shown in expression, writers have to do it in wordsHumour can be shown in expression, writers must use words! The right ones in the right way too! Image via Pixabay.2025-03-05T09:45:35+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/08/12/character-relaxation/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/classic-poetry-quote-image-via-pixabay1.jpgClassic Poetry Quote - image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/classic-poetry-quote-image-via-pixabay.jpgClassic Poetry Quote - image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/feature-image-childrens-poetry-competition-news.jpgFeature Image - Children's Poetry Competition News2017-08-12T00:43:26+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/08/08/getting-away-from-it-all/2017-08-08T23:48:32+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/08/06/story-endings-and-making-an-impact/2017-08-06T23:47:46+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/08/06/why-reading-fairytales-matters/2017-08-06T00:37:50+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/08/05/story-background/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/feature-image-collecting-books.jpgFeature Image - Collecting Bookshttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/gc-if-only-we-were-chipped.jpgGC - If only we were chipped2017-08-05T01:27:16+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/07/30/curses-and-blessings/2017-07-30T23:47:31+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/07/30/why-read/2017-07-30T01:05:54+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/07/29/why-write/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/feature-image-writer-co-operatives.jpgFeature Image - Writer Co-operativesOne of my earlier CFT posts but co-operatives, classes and conferences all encourage networking. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/so-much-marketing-is-done-online-image-via-pixabay.pngSo much marketing is done online - image via PixabayGetting the word out! Image via Pixabay2017-07-29T01:17:49+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/07/25/what-your-characters-dont-want-to-hear/2017-07-25T23:57:13+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/07/23/saggy-middles/2017-07-23T22:51:48+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/07/21/when-you-know-a-character-is-fully-developed/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/feature-image-revisiting-medieval-hampshire-in-2017.jpgFeature Image - Revisiting Medieval Hampshire in 2017https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/games-from-the-taverners-tent.jpgGames from the Taverner's Tent2017-07-21T23:54:20+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/07/18/fairytale-character-traits/2017-07-18T23:19:27+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/07/14/getting-the-word-out/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/local-authors-books-at-chandlers-ford-railway-station1.jpgLocal authors' books at Chandler's Ford railway stationhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/feature-image-why-have-book-signings.jpgFeature Image - Why have book signings2017-07-14T23:33:06+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/07/11/expecting-the-unexpected-2/2017-07-11T00:08:18+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/07/10/character-creation-and-5-quick-tips/2017-07-10T00:35:17+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/07/09/when-fairytales-come-true/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/local-authors-books-at-chandlers-ford-railway-station.jpgLocal authors' books at Chandler's Ford railway stationhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/allison-book-signing-chandlers-ford-railway-station-1.jpegAllison book-signing Chandler's Ford railway station (1)https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/photo2988.jpgPhoto2988From my railway station signing. The lovely origami boxes were made by my CFT editor, Janet Williams.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/photo2980.jpgPhoto2980One of the highlights of 2017 was my signing at the railway station. Image by Allison Symes2017-07-09T13:56:20+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/07/07/ready-or-not/2017-07-07T23:31:58+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/07/06/the-problem-with-magic/2017-07-06T23:22:09+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/07/06/is-your-character-worth-it/2017-07-06T00:12:30+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/07/02/updates-and-book-signing-news/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/fromlighttodark_medium-2.jpgFromLightToDark_medium-22017-07-02T23:55:42+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/06/20/moods-and-themes/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/advert-for-railway-signing.jpgADVERT FOR RAILWAY SIGNING2017-06-20T23:53:38+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/06/17/reasons-to-read/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/feature-image-part-1-anne-wan-interview.jpgFeature Image Part 1 Anne Wan Interviewhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/anne-wan-and-allison-symes-at-bay-leaves-larder.jpgAnne Wan and Allison Symes at Bay Leaves Larder2017-06-17T00:16:34+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/06/13/reasons-to-write/2017-06-13T00:21:28+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/06/08/handling-grief/2017-06-08T23:59:51+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/06/06/flash-fiction-advantages/2017-06-06T01:08:04+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/06/03/what-really-matters/2017-06-03T23:48:34+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/06/02/a-to-z-of-writing-tips/2017-06-02T00:49:36+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/05/31/a-time-to-remember-a-time-to-forget/2017-05-31T00:54:02+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/05/25/stories-in-troubling-times/2017-05-25T00:54:58+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/05/20/what-every-good-story-must-have-in-it/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/life-long-reading-usually-starts-when-young-image-via-pixabay.jpgLife long reading usually starts when young - image via PixabayThe love of stories often starts when young.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/feature-image-why-childrens-fiction-matters.jpgFeature Image Why Children's Fiction Matters2017-05-20T00:27:31+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/05/17/the-point-of-it-all/2017-05-17T01:01:02+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/05/14/fairytale-mismatches-and-surprises/2017-05-14T00:08:25+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/05/13/reviews-and-world-building-problems/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/glorious-books-to-read-and-review-image-via-pixabay.jpgGlorious books to read and review - image via PixabayLibraries are fabulous places. Go and explore! Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/feature-image-art-of-the-book-review.jpgFeature Image Art of the Book Review2017-05-13T00:08:31+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/05/12/going-awol/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/stunning-place-in-which-to-read-and-review-image-via-pixabay.jpgStunning place in which to read and review - image via PixabaySimply stunning... image via Pixabay2017-05-12T00:16:32+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/05/09/convincing-characters/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/book-2134779_640.jpgbook-2134779_640Grow as a writer? Grow your reading! Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/hercule-poirot-via-pixabay.pngHercule Poirot via PixabayOne of my favourite detectives, Hercule Poirot. Image by Pixabay.2017-05-09T01:35:48+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/05/07/reading-for-pleasure-and-quick-tips/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/feature-image-a-comedy-trio.jpgFeature Image - A Comedy Triohttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/wizzard-1818815_640.jpgwizzard-1818815_640Flash fiction for impact. Image via Pixabay2017-05-07T00:32:53+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/05/05/playing-the-game/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/castle-2115425_640.jpgcastle-2115425_640There can be reality behind fairytales. Image via Pixabay (and image used as part of book trailer for From Light to Dark and Back Again)https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/water-768498_640.jpgwater-768498_640Flash fiction, by its nature, has to take one look at a situation to be a story but you can get quite a bit into that "one look". Image via Pixabay.2017-05-05T00:57:58+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/05/03/the-perfect-character/2017-05-03T00:19:45+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/05/01/quizzing-and-ideas-finding/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/well-what-is-your-story-image-via-pixabay.jpgWell, what is your story - image via PixabayWhat is your story? Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/themes-pour-out-of-good-books-image-via-pixabay.jpgThemes pour out of good books - image via PixabayLet the writing flow and if music can help it along even better! Image via Pixabay2017-05-01T00:53:30+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/04/29/what-is-a-good-story/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/feature-image-great-themes.jpgFeature Image Great ThemesThemes should emerge naturally from your writing though occasionally I pick a theme and write to it. Image via Pixabay. (Also an older CFT post from me).2017-04-29T00:35:59+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/04/26/what-makes-a-good-writer/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/stones-244244_640.jpgstones-244244_640What impact do your stories have on your readers? Image via Pixabayhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/fill-that-blank-sheet-with-ideas-from-non-fiction-as-well-as-other-fiction-works-image-via-pixabay.jpgFill that blank sheet with ideas from non-fiction as well as other fiction works - image via PixabayThe basic necessities of the writer's life!2017-04-26T23:43:57+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/04/25/living-in-a-magical-world-the-advantages/2017-04-25T00:33:16+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/04/23/living-in-a-magical-world-further-laws/2017-04-23T00:17:21+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/04/22/living-in-a-magical-world-part-1/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/feature-image-advice-to-20-year-old-self.jpgFeature Image Advice to 20 Year old self2017-04-22T00:24:27+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/04/19/what-you-dont-want-to-hear/2017-04-19T00:51:19+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/04/18/and-they-all-lived/2017-04-18T00:37:50+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/04/17/fairytale-news-headlines-2/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/castle-2115425_640.jpgcastle-2115425_640Fantasy may look at other worlds but often reflects on our own. Time is different too. Music can interpret worlds too. Think of classic film scores like that for The Lord of the Rings. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/fantasy-1578656_640.jpgfantasy-1578656_640Books can make you lose time but what a way to lose it! Music can do the same. Image via Pixabay2017-04-17T01:07:35+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/04/16/getting-organized/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/fltdba-acw-bookshop-image.pngFLTDBA ACW Bookshop Image2017-04-16T01:05:56+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/04/15/tunnel-vision/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/feature-image-for-cft-launch-lessons-post.jpgFeature Image for CFT Launch Lessons postAnother highlight was the cyberlaunch of my book. Image by Allison Symes. Book cover by Chapeltownn Books2017-04-15T00:25:22+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/04/14/more-fairytale-advertising-and-using-the-proverbs/2017-04-14T01:10:33+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/04/13/fairytale-adverts/2017-04-13T00:28:21+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/04/12/fairytale-one-liners/2017-04-12T00:29:35+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/04/11/advice-to-a-fairytale-star/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/the-three-bears.jpgThe Three Bears2017-04-11T00:35:35+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/04/09/being-emotional-or-not/2017-04-09T23:31:01+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/04/08/truth-and-lies/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/img_0630.pngStory Shuffle Project AppStory Shuffle Project App. Image supplied by Eastleigh Borough Council.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/feature-image-logo-for-web.jpgFeature Image Logo for web2017-04-08T00:51:54+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/04/07/unwelcome-professions-in-the-magical-world/https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/the-ultimate-book-circle-via-pixabay.jpgThe ultimate Book Circle - via PixabayPlenty of books to be getting on with. Image via Pixabay.https://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/says-it-all-via-pixabay.jpgSays it all - via PixabaySays it all really but reading your work to yourself will show up where dialogue is weak. Image via Pixabay.2017-04-07T00:57:43+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/04/06/the-value-of-fairytales/2017-04-06T00:25:47+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.com/2017/04/04/festivals/2017-04-04T23:51:08+00:00monthlyhttps://allisonsymescollectedworks.comdaily1.02026-04-03T19:09:49+00:00