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I’m so glad you’re here. On this page, you’ll find a collection of my writing resources to help you in your publication journey.
You’ll find various insights into writing life and the publishing industry here and across my social media channels.
Writing Tips
writing tips & lisa's latest news
Five Common Mistakes Writers Make
1. Too much Talking, Not Enough Writing! Aspiring authors love to talk about writing, which is great! I see lots of writers talking about their craft online: talking about the
Avoiding Character Stereotypes
What is a stereotype? A stereotype is an oversimplified generalisation about a group of people. Not all stereotypes are negative, but many are. For example: older people don’t understand technology;
Ask Lisa: Ten Terrifying Questions
To begin with why don’t you tell us a little bit about yourself – where were you born? Raised? Schooled? I was born in the Melbourne suburb of South Yarra,
Best Writing Books for Writers in 2023
5 writing books that will inspire you along the (often) arduous road to publication.
A Vintage Christmas Cake Recipe
A delicious vintage Australian Christmas Cake Recipe passed down from my Grandmother, to my mother, to me (possibly from an old McAlpin’s Flour recipe book).
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