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Thanet Creative Writers
Thanet Creative are a group of creative writers from Thanet. We started our writers' group in 2013. In 2017 we became a charity.
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My problem with "was"
The word “was” is an easy fit when writing in the past tense. Along with “had” it is easy to use the word so hard and often that it becomes a distraction.
While “was” is a good word and sometimes the right word, there are many times (such as in the example above) when a rewrite will produce a better passage. These edits – to remove “was” – can be hard. You have used the correct word. Why does it…
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5 hard-won editing tips
Editing your writing can be a hard process. At least, it is for me. Here are five tips that I think might help your editing and have certainly helped mine.
1. Identify your overused words
My overused words include “was” and “has”. By using my wordprocessors find function with highlight all, I get a visual map of where I need to thin down such words.
Here are some other commonly overused…
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A conversation with a journaling coach
Recently I had a web-based conversation with a journaling coach. I was able to ask questions about journaling and learn more about the art.
This is that conversation.
What is journaling? Has it been around long?
Journaling is the act of regularly writing down your thoughts, feelings, and experiences in a notebook or other form of writing. It’s a practice that has been used for centuries as a…
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25 words most writers should avoid
In the game of writing, not all words were created equal. Here are twenty-five weak words writers should avoid. I have included stronger alternatives.
“Good“: This word is subjective and lacks specificity. It can be replaced with more precise words such as “excellent,” “superb,” “wonderful,” or “commendable” depending on the context.
“Bad“: Similar to “good,” this word is subjective and lacks…
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MixMatched Margate: A Spoken Word Night
MixMatched: Margate is an inclusive spoken word and performance night taking place this Saturday in Sundowners Bar Margate.
They encourage all performers. Any topic and any genre.
MixMatched aims to be neurodivergent+ (dyslexic, dyspraxic, ADHD, autistic, OCD, BPD, depressive/anxiety disorder (other)) inclusive. Anyone can come and perform.
Tomorrow’s event (25th March) starts at 6pm and will…
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Word of the Week: Eldritch
Word of the Week: Eldritch
Eldritch is a word meaning something otherworldly, weird, ghostly, or uncanny.
Although a fairly old word, Eldritch has had something of a revival being strongly associated with Lovecraftian Horror, Dungeons and Dragons (since Eldritch Wizardry (published in 1976) was written by Gary Gygax and Brian Blume), and horror fiction that takes inspiration from one or both of the other examples.
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Word of the Week: Flabbergast
Word of the Week: Flabbergast
Flabbergast is an informal verb meaning to surprise someone greatly – to astonish them.
Example use: I was flabbergasted when he offered to forgive my entire debt.
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Word of the Week: Myriad
Word of the Week: Myriad
A myriad is a lot of something. Usually, myriad means more than you can count. Literally it means in measures of ten thousand. One myriad was what 10,000 was once called.
For example, there is a myriad of reasons why you should use this word in your writing at least once.
A visual example of a myriad
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Word of the Week: Interlocutor
Word of the Week: Interlocutor
An Interlocutor is a person taking part in a conversation. If you are in a debate with other people you are debating your Interlocutors.
See if you can find a way to naturally use “Interlocutor” in your writing.
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Word of the Week: Eschew
When you eschew something you are trying to avoid or do without it. A vegetarian might be said to eschew meat and meat products.
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Writing Challenge: Describe yellow without using the word yellow
Writing Challenge: Describe yellow without using the word yellow
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Writing Challenge: Describe a character
Writing Challenge: Describe a character
This week’s writing challenge is to describe a character.
This challenge was first proposed at the Thanet Creative Writers’ Night.
Some of the techniques we experimented with include:
Using the environment to contrast with the characterDescribing body language or actions to demonstrate characterObservational descriptions based on real peopleContrasting form and characterFocusing on selected…
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How to use templates
How to use templates
On our tools for writers page, we offer a number of templates. These are helpful tools for planning characters, plot, and other aspects of writing. However, it might not always be apparent what to do with those templates.
These templates are for use with Libre Office or Open Office. Both are free and you can find links to download these free and powerful tools on the tools for writers…
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Freedom Art Competition for 13 to 18 year-olds (free)
Freedom Art Competition for 13 to 18 year-olds (free)
UCA is inviting young designers and artists from Kent and Meadway to enter the 2022 YouCreate Competition. Prizes include a £100 Amazon voucher and a bespoke creative workshop. Additionally, your work may be included in an exhibition at one of UCA’s Kent Campuses.
The 2022 theme for the competition is “Freedom”. Artwork exploring what freedom means to you can be submitted in any medium. Film,…
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The Power of Visual Descriptions
The Power of Visual Descriptions
One of the things I have been exploring lately is ramping up my descriptions. Especially when setting a scene.
While I am far from an expert in this regard, I would like to share what I have learned so far about this vital writing skill.
You do not need to cover all the details
I am sure most of us have one piece that is a massive info dump of purple prose and description. The kind of thing…
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Writers' night is back - now in The Mulberry Tree
Writers’ night is back – now in The Mulberry Tree
Now that the risks of COVID-19 have abated somewhat Thanet Creative are restarting our Writers’ Nights.
We are meeting in a new venue – The Mulberry Tree in Margate. We meet Thursdays at seven-thirty pm (1930hrs). We will be talking about all things writing and quite likely reading each other’s writing to offer constructive feedback. You do not have to bring writing or read it. Our purpose is to…
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Due to the risk of the Omicron Variant of COVID-19, live events will continue to be on hold
Due to the risk of the Omicron Variant of COVID-19, live events will continue to be on hold
While government guidelines continue to say that it is “safe” to socialise outside, experts warn that new variants may pose a great risk. No amount of writing support and encouragement is worth even a single person becoming sick or losing their life.
We are quietly hoping that 2022 will be the year that we can resume seeing each other and running workshops. However, for now, we watch and wait…
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