Author: Simon Catley
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Vote for your favourite Fresher Writing 2016 front cover
We have some fantastic choices of front cover design for this year’s book. But we want you to vote for your favourite. Click on the link below and see which design floats your vote! You have until midnight Wednesday 16th March. Winner announced this Thursday. http://rmunday.polldaddy.com/s/fresher-book-covers
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Build a world
When you write your story, you don’t just write about what happens to the characters. You also make up a whole new world. It could be a land that’s made up of sweets or chocolate, or maybe a world where cars fly and people teleport. Here are a few questions to help you create your…
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Can’t find the right words?
We all find it very hard to say what is on our minds with the right words. When it comes to writing, it can be even harder. But there is no obstacle we can’t conquer. There are ways to overcome speechless thoughts, and we have a few tips for you here: Use a thesaurus. You…
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Extra prizes for Fresher Writing Prize category winners
The Fresher Writing Prize has a new sponsor, our huge thanks to Dorset Digital Print . This means that all the category winners in the Fresher Writing Prize will now receive £100 on top of their other prize. So another reason to enter (if you needed one!). Dorset Digital Print will once again be printing…
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Poetry category judge’s hints and tips
Thinking of entering the poetry category of the Fresher Writing Prize? Watch judge Dr Sam Goodman’s hints and tips.
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Script Writing category hints and tips
If you are thinking of entering the Script Writing category of the Fresher Writing Prize, watch judge John Foster’s hints and tips for a great submission.