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Every picture tells a story and every story paints a picture – by Jane Ayres
We are drawn to images (excuse the pun!). People respond more readily to images than words. They have a more immediate impact on the emotions. They transcend language and literacy. … Continue reading
Writing, therapy and positive outcomes by Jane Ayres
When I was younger, writing poetry which described and explored my state of mind during major depression may have saved me from a nervous breakdown. Artists and writers can, and … Continue reading
Play, dream, write by Jane Ayres
On the bus to Tunbridge Wells today I became aware of a dad with his toddler sitting at the front of the upper deck, both father and son playing at … Continue reading
For the journey by Jane Ayres
So many great stories are about literal or spiritual journeys, in which the protagonist is changed by the process, whether she has experienced incredible dramatic adventures or pursued more reflective … Continue reading
Rewriting, Editing and Patchwork Quilts by Jane Ayres
Writing is hard. Creating something from nothing, from the recesses of your imagination, can sometimes feel a bit like pulling teeth. Your own. But when you’ve overcome that painful first … Continue reading
The Art of Wish Fulfilment by Jane Ayres
When I was a child, I longed to have my own horse. This was destined never to happen, because apart from living in an urban area, my parents couldn’t afford … Continue reading
Garrets and Gatekeepers by Jane Ayres
More than 30 years ago I wrote an article for the now defunct Composer magazine called Starving in Garrets. It was all about how painfully difficult it was for composers … Continue reading
Writing in a Cupboard – by Jane Ayres
A dear friend recently reminded me that I once wrote in a cupboard. In a previous home I rented, space was very limited but the bedroom had a large walk-in … Continue reading
Writing for Charity – by Jane Ayres
“As a creative I can speak for most of us and say that often our motive is not money, it is to make a difference in the world.” Natasha Steer … Continue reading
Page Fright – by Jane Ayres
Empty space. Empty place. A blank page on a blank screen. Fear of the unknown. Is that what is so daunting about writing those first few words? Why is that … Continue reading
An ebook is for life…..by Jane Ayres
In a previous post I quoted author Jonathan Franzen, and do so again as his views are thought provoking. Regarded as one of America’s greatest living novelists, he is not … Continue reading
Stories we tell ourselves – by Jane Ayres
Writers think instinctively in terms of narrative, of story. It’s how we make sense of the world. The brain, our computer, processes what we see, feel, hear and looks for … Continue reading
Tick Tock – By Jane Ayres
“Time you enjoy wasting is not wasted.” This quote, attributed to John Lennon, will resonate with many creatives, especially writers. For some, myself included, writing seems to lend itself to … Continue reading
