The topics below were prompted by members' questions. We respond confidentially to queries; some are easy to resolve, others spark debates between members - and we keep our heads down. Membership of WriteAway is a two-way affair. We do look forward to welcoming you aboard.

Self-publishing - a route for the brave?

DIY can make sense - if you are careful

*Steps to market - and getting published*

Editors can be beastly

But your style should remain your own

*Style and Editors*

Self-edit with an open mind

All diamonds need polishing

 *More advice for self-editing your draft*

Putting off the day -

One of these days I'll be famous. . . Oh Yes? :
*Get on with it - now*

Finding a voice - why your style may need tuning

A few thoughts on 'horses for courses':
*finding your writing 'voice'*

Rejection is part of the game

How to submit to publishers :
*a strategy for submission*

George East, a good friend of WriteAway, hits the bestsellers

Click on *Essential books*, then type in 'George East' in the Amazon search box - for books

Beware - bad advice can damage your health

Do your own thing - remember -
* 'Writing about what you know' can be a dreadful mistake*

Self-editing - some tips to follow

Drafts are for shearing - with passion -
*Self-editing that first draft*

Lulu's thinking of seducing UK writers

More news will follow: refer LTTE item -
*Lulu on her way soon*

Rules of Submission

Simplicity matters at this stage

*Three easy ways to sink your book's chances*

Proof reading - poof reading

Beware - spellcheckers can be false friends

*Who checks the chequers?*

Coping with rejection slips

Appraisals can help you reduce them

*submit professionally to succeed*

 

 

 

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