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The one thing that helps writers write

A breakthrough! What we learned from surveying 600 writers about their writing blocks, habits and happiness.

Apr 10 •

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Writing Sprint: On Your Marks, Get Set… 💫

Two quick things to do before your 7-Day Sprint starts on Monday.

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Counting down to our next writing sprint. Writers as teachers. Books we love & learn from. Reading recs from Emma Gannon, Musa Okwonga & Bec.

May 1 •

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No such thing as one-size-fits all

What can openers can teach us about writing, human-centred design and learning from ‘extremes’

Apr 24 •

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Thank you for sprinting with us

Wrapping up April's 7-Day Writing Sprint, a reminder to cool down & send us your feedback, save the date for May & we'll see you on the starting line…

Apr 19 •

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12 things writers learned in our first Substack sprint

From showing up each day to the magic of accountability: words of advice from our intrepid sprinters that will help you keep writing.

Apr 18 •

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Everything you need to know about our Substack 7-Day Writing Sprint

What they are, who's behind them, how to join the Writing Sprint Club and take part in the next one. On your marks, get set, GO!

Apr 18 •

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Writing Sprint: Time to Cool Down 🏁

That’s it, you’ve crossed the finishing line, thanks so much for sprinting with us.

Apr 15 •

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Writing Sprint Day 7: Harness that finishing feeling 🔚

It’s the final day of your writing sprint and the chequered flag is in sight – you’re nearly there!

Apr 14 •

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Writing Sprint Day 6: Shake It Up 💥

Welcome to shake-it-up Saturday - it's time to throw your workday routine up in the air!

Apr 13 •

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Breakthroughs & Blocks

Breakthroughs & Blocks

Practical support to help you beat your blocks and get writing again - by Bec Evans and Chris Smith, authors of Written and coaches at The Written Academy.

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