Emily Ronan, Author at Professional Writing Academy

How self-compassion keeps me writing

Faber Academy alumna Ann Roberts discovered the key to staying motivated with her writing is self-compassion, and how it can help anyone progress.

My unorthodox route to publication

Jen S Wight – my unorthodox route to publication

Jen S Wight writes candidly about the problems that stood in her way, and how her determination led to the official release of her book Rattled.

Write Advice – Myriad Editions publishing director Candida Lacey

Our alumni spoke to the publishing director of Myriad Editions, Candida Lacey, about what she looks for in a debut writer, the benefits of using a small, independent publishing house and how to submit your work.

Lee Weatherly explains character

Write Advice – author Lee Weatherly explains character

Author and PWA tutor Lee Weatherly speaks to our Getting Started: Beginners’ Fiction students about creating great characters and writing convincing dialogue.

Write Advice – author Lucy Caldwell explores research

Author Lucy Caldwell talks to our Faber Academy alumni about her research process and the difference between writing for the stage and the page.

Write Advice – author Lucy Caldwell discusses short fiction

Author Lucy Caldwell talks to our Faber Alumni about her history with short stories, point of view and the drafting process.

Write Advice – playwright and novelist Hannah Vincent

Playwright and author Hannahy Vincent joined us to discuss the differences between forms, how to get funding to write and what makes good dialogue.

The Author’s Guide: How to get the most out of the London Book Fair

Literary consultancy Cornerstone’s director Helen Corner-Bryant explains the dos and don’ts of attending the London Book Fair, and why it should be on your agenda this year.

How do you finish a novel?

Author Lee Weatherly gives us some tips on how to make it through all the hard work it takes to finish a novel.

Tim Relf on how to beat writer's block

Author Tim Relf on how to beat writer’s block

We spoke to author Tim Relf, who publishes under the name T.R. Richmond, about his influences, genre and his research process.

NaNoWriMo — should you be planning your story?

We asked authors Sarah Hilary, Heidi Rice, Irenosen Okojie and Paul Kingsnorth about their attitudes towards plotting and planning their work.

Should I self-publish my novel?

For writers first dipping their toes into the world of publication, there’s often one big question that’s asked before anything else: should I self-publish my novel? Author Lee Weatherly explores the pros and cons of self-publishing.