How to revolutionise your online research.

Why OSINT is an essential tool for writers

Adam LeBor explains how you can revolutionise your online writing research and security by understanding Open Source Intelligence (OSINT).

Professional Writing Academy founders Christina and Susannah (black and white)

The story of Professional Writing Academy

Our founding directors Christina Bunce and Susannah Marriott explain how they started the Professional Writing Academy.

On overcoming imposter syndrome.

Overcoming imposter syndrome to become a bestselling author

Author AJ Campbell reveals how an online writing community gave her the confidence to write debut novel Leave Well Alone, which became an Amazon bestseller in 2020.

Author Caroline Smailes discusses when to send to agents

Author Caroline Smailes discusses how to tell when your novel is ready to send to agents, dealing with the publishing industry and writing interactive fiction.

Author Susmita Bhattacharya discusses short fiction writing

Author and PWA tutor Susmita Bhattacharya explores why she enjoys short fiction, the link between writing and politics and who should beta-read your work.

A Library with a ladder against the shelves of books

Author Deborah Masson explains when to submit to agents

Author and Faber Academy alumna Deborah Masson explores when to submit to agents, dealing with feedback on your work and whether to plan your novel.

Becoming a Mslexia competition runner-up

How a weekend course set me up for a Mslexia competition

Short Story in a Weekend alumna and Mslexia Short Story Competition runner-up Kristen Loesch discusses how taking the course opened her eyes to the power of short fiction.