Category Archives: Writing advice

Advice on writing and publishing

Academic writing in English

Posted on May 22, 2016 by biowrite

English is not your first language, but you have to write an academic article, thesis or dissertation in this language? You need help?  ⤷ I can help you!

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L’écriture académique en anglais

Posted on May 22, 2016 by biowrite

Votre langue maternelle n’est pas l’anglais, mais vous écrivez un article académique, ou une thèse/dissertation, en anglais ? Je pourrais vous aider ! Continue reading →

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Applying for a university course? New service offered: help with your personal statement.

Posted on February 5, 2014 by biowrite

I recently realised that I had helped several people with their UCAS personal statements (i.e. statements of motivation for entrance into UK universities) in the last couple of years. All seemed pleased with what I did. It occurred to me … Continue reading →

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Chairing an event for writers at the EIBF on Wednesday 25 August

Posted on August 21, 2010 by biowrite

I am delighted to announce that I shall be chairing the “Making the Most of Your Writing” event at the Edinburgh International Book Festival on Wednesday 25 August.  With speakers of the calibre and experience of Jane Smith (whose excellent … Continue reading →

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Advice on writing a book quickly!

Posted on October 19, 2009 by biowrite

Steve Harrison has some great tips on how to structure and write a book quickly. It rings true. Have a listen here!

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Edinburgh International Book Festival 2009 and writing projects

Posted on August 22, 2009 by biowrite

Busy times indeed!  The Edinburgh International Book Festival opened on Saturday 15 August and I was privileged to be invited to the opening night party.  As a committee member of the Society of Authors in Scotland (the Scottish branch of … Continue reading →

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Excellent advice on getting published.

Posted on January 25, 2009 by biowrite

I am delighted to be able to refer you to the blog of Nicola Morgan who chairs the committee of the Society of Authors in Scotland, on which I sit.   Nicola is the most qualified person I know to give … Continue reading →

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How to get published. Advice to a commissioner.

Posted on December 21, 2008 by biowrite

A few days ago I was approached by someone ostensibly wanting to commission me to ghostwrite his non-fiction book, a guide to business success based on potted biographies of successful and not-so-successful people from a thousand years ago up to … Continue reading →

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