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Creative Thinking

How to publish a book

How to publish a book

(and earn money while you sleep)

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illegal raves

Raving mad?

Gathering to dance might not be sensible right now. But it's badly needed

Read moreRaving mad?

Charlie Connelly: after 20 books, writing still isn’t easy

Coastal stories from a travel writer, podcaster and all-weather swimmer

Read moreCharlie Connelly: after 20 books, writing still isn’t easy
Black Lives Matter

Black Lives Matter, and how creatives can contribute

What we make has an influence. Let's make it count.

Read moreBlack Lives Matter, and how creatives can contribute

How to manage your energy

Rest, and you'll work better. And enjoy life more.

Read moreHow to manage your energy
How to be a real artist

How to be a real artist – or do any creative work

Clue: don't wait for a written invitation!

Read moreHow to be a real artist – or do any creative work

With a little help from my friends

Your friends don't have to be alive to give good advice. They don't even have to be real.

Read moreWith a little help from my friends
Five Ways to Sell your art

Five ways to sell creative work – even in lockdown.

Stay home, stay safe - and sell work

Read moreFive ways to sell creative work – even in lockdown.
rest, then reboot

Feeling like a zombie? Rest. Then reboot

When your creative project stalls, take a break. And then begin again. Slowly, if needs be.

Read moreFeeling like a zombie? Rest. Then reboot

Zed Nelson, renegade film-maker

The Street is a feature-length documentary made without a budget, a plan, or even an audience in mind. And it's brilliant.

Read moreZed Nelson, renegade film-maker
Extend your circle of influence

Stretching your circle of influence

Focus on what you can control, and let go of what you can't.

Read moreStretching your circle of influence
Social distancing

Social distancing is the last thing we need, right now

I’m having a drink with friends tonight. And you should, too. We don't have to be in the same room to stay close.

Read moreSocial distancing is the last thing we need, right now
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