Creative Thinking

Forty years of Heaven – and why that even matters.

Nightclubs have always been about more than just dancing

From Girls to Star Wars: how an ex-Marine turned his anger into a brilliant acting career

You need to feed your body well. But also your mind.

Be inspired by the greats. But don't discourage yourself by comparing your early drafts to their finished work.

Happiness is not about what you have, it's about what you do. It's a choice, and one we can make, in the moment, any time we want.

The pram in the hall isn't always the enemy of creative work. Becoming a parent can help you be a better writer, artist or creator.

My new iPad has taken over my morning. Here's how I'm taking it back.

A new book edited by US creativity coach Eric Maisel – and featuring a chapter by me.

September is a perfect time for a fresh start. Here's what we can learn from the French concept of la rentrée

The Martian was published in serial form on Andy Weir's website, then self-published. Here's how it became a best-seller – and a Matt Damon film.

As a freelance creative, it can be hard knowing what to charge for your work. Here are 10 steps to finding your true value.

Don't enjoy doing a particular job? Here's how you work out what to charge.