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A Writer’s Journal Workbook

Creating space for writers to be inspired
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A Writer’s Journal Workbook by Lucy van Smit is a supportive guide designed to empower writers at any stage of their journey. It explores creative growth through insights from acting, neuroscience, psychology, philosophy, and spirituality, helping readers to overcome obstacles and unlock their unique voice. Rather than focusing on publishing, this workbook encourages writers to develop confidence, discover their passions, and deepen their personal writing practice through reflective prompts and exercises.
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This workbook is well suited for aspiring and emerging writers wanting to explore their creativity, build trust in their voices, and establish a meaningful writing routine. Its reflective and nurturing approach makes it particularly beneficial for those looking beyond publication towards personal growth as a writer.

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This is not a book about getting published or finding an agent. This is a book about finding you as a writer.

This is not a book about getting published or finding an agent. This is a book about finding you as a writer.

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A writer will change and grow many times in their writing life. This Journal Workbook aims to champion this journey. It answers those tricky questions writers long to ask, shares secret practices to inspire their writing confidence, and frees their unique gifts from common obstacles and writing worries.

In this Journal Workbook, you will discover surprising new techniques from acting, neuroscience, psychology, philosophy, and spirituality to re-wild your creativity and empower your writing craft.

Writing can seem overwhelming. You long to be a writer, but where do you start?

And how do you bridge the gap between where you are right now and where you want to go?

How do you discover your voice? What does that even mean? And what can you do to improve your writing? Or discover what you want to write about?

This is not a book about getting published or finding an agent. This is a book about finding you. Finding your voice. Trusting your talent. Your creativity. It is about putting your heart and soul into your writing practice. Do the prompts and exercises. Reflect.

This Journal Workbook will help you find that spark. This is your writing life, write it your way.

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A collection of heartfelt praise highlights this workbook as an inspiring and practical companion. Readers describe it as a warm embrace filled with wisdom and motivation, providing essential guidance and boosting morale. The supportive tone acts like an encouraging presence, making it ideal for writers taking first steps or seeking renewed creative confidence.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781472987365

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 20 January 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Bloomsbury Yearbooks

Audience: General / adult, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 22.0mm

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 208.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 256

About the Author

Lucy van Smit is an award-winning author, a screenwriter, and an artist. She has made documentaries for Canadian TV on writers such as John Le Carré and Ian McEwan. She has a Distinction in MA Creative Writing and her debut YA novel, The Hurting (Chicken House) won the inaugural Bath Children’s Novel Award.

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