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AI and the Role of the Copywriter
Can AI replace copywriters? JANA DU PLESSIS MÜLLER investigates. We copywriters often bristle at the mention of AI and its role in our profession –
The Writer Turned Accidental Chatelaine
It wasn’t a long-held dream to move to France and buy a château, but that’s just what journalist Rebecca Jones and her family did. Here’s
An Interview with Alex Smith, Award-Winning Literary Author
Alex Smith has penned an array of literary works, including two magic realist novels, Algeria’s Way and Four Drunk Beauties, alongside two YA fantasies, Agency
Writer Rejection and the Five Stages of Grief
Only writers as hard-boiled as Hemingway emerge unscathed from the trauma of literary rejection. The rest of us – the as-yet unpublished – experience the
Logical Flow: The Choreography of Smooth Writing
More than just words on a page, writing is an art – an exquisite dance of words and ideas. But what’s the subtle balance, the
Doubting Yourself as a Writer? You Are Not Alone.
Doubting yourself as a writer is more common than you think. How can you overcome self-doubt and find your writing voice? BY LAURA SWAIN Is
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An Interview with Alex Smith, Award-Winning Literary Author
Alex Smith has penned an array of literary works, including two magic realist novels, Algeria’s Way and Four Drunk Beauties, alongside two YA fantasies, Agency
Writer Rejection and the Five Stages of Grief
Only writers as hard-boiled as Hemingway emerge unscathed from the trauma of literary rejection. The rest of us – the as-yet unpublished – experience the
You Too Can Be a Successful Writer After 50
The world has seen several award-winning authors who only started writing in the second half of their lives. Find out why starting later is not
Mastering the Art of Writing: Crafting Beautiful Prose
Crafting beautiful prose is not an easy task. It takes a great deal of practice and skill to master. But writing well is not just
Should Copy and Content Writers Be Worried about ChatGPT and AI technology?
A collective groan can be heard around the world as copy and content writers grapple with the arrival of ChatGPT and other AI technology –
Five Tools for Boosting Your Writer’s Imagination
As a writer, one of the most worthwhile skills you can develop is to channel the power of your imagination. Imagination can be compared to
Begin Writing Your Memoir Today
Have you often thought about writing a memoir but never managed to make a start? I’m here to say that if you have a story
Getting Started with Creative Writing: Six Top Tips
The blank page can be intimidating for an aspiring fiction writer, but anyone can write creatively. Here are six helpful tips to get you started.
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AI and the Role of the Copywriter
Can AI replace copywriters? JANA DU PLESSIS MÜLLER investigates. We copywriters often bristle at the mention of AI and its role in our profession –
The Writer Turned Accidental Chatelaine
It wasn’t a long-held dream to move to France and buy a château, but that’s just what journalist Rebecca Jones and her family did. Here’s
An Interview with Alex Smith, Award-Winning Literary Author
Alex Smith has penned an array of literary works, including two magic realist novels, Algeria’s Way and Four Drunk Beauties, alongside two YA fantasies, Agency
Writer Rejection and the Five Stages of Grief
Only writers as hard-boiled as Hemingway emerge unscathed from the trauma of literary rejection. The rest of us – the as-yet unpublished – experience the
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How to Write a Thrilling Short Story: 5 Key Elements
An engaging short story is one of reading’s great pleasures. If you would like to write a story that draws the reader in and sweeps
Tight Lines: How to Reduce Your Word Count
Here’s how to make sure you hand in the exact number of words required – and keep your editor or client happy. Some writers struggle
How to Keep Your Editors Happy as a Freelance Journalist
Being a freelancer is a cut-throat business. Once you have an ‘in’ with an editor, you want to ensure you keep them happy. That way