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A Writer's Papyrus
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A blog about a writer's foray into the literary world. Here begins my quest to write my first novel and become published.
Recent Posts
Writing Progress Review and Future Directions
My writing progress has come to a complete halt. Well, I’ve been busy – new Mum and all… I’m wondering now on the wisdom of having accepted the position as sub-channel steward on Helium… I haven’t been able t...
“Babies” Sub-Channel Steward on Helium
I’ve just been invited to become the sub-channel steward for the “babies” category on Helium. With a second baby to be born sometime in the next two weeks, now probably isn’t exactly the best time to be taking on extra respo...
Novel Way to Recycle Textbooks
When I was a student, I remember how expensive my textbooks used to be. To minimise costs, I used to try to buy second hand books from the senior students. Back then, the system of buying and selling textbooks meant checking the notice boards in ...
Creative Writing Gold
Finally nailed the elusive gold badge for creative writing on Helium, albeit it is a precarious hold with a writing score of 86.87%. If my score falls below the 85% mark, I ‘ll drop back to silver. Nevertheless, it’s still one goal re...
Creative Writing Silver
Hooray! We got the creative writing silver badge on Helium! To my surprise and delight, it came a lot faster than I expected. Although I really did work for it. What I am thrilled about is the fact that I got it by getting past the 85 perce...
I Sold an Article!
Hurray! I sold an article! Well, sort of. One of my Helium articles “Tips for Reducing Lower Back Pain During Pregnancy” was selected for publication by an external source. They didn’t pay much, but it’s an easy way to...
