Writing Magazine

Creative FIREWORKS

Bonfire Night is coming up, keenly anticipated by many families, dreaded by many pet owners. Love it or loathe it, it’s a great topic for writing across different genres, so let your creativity sparkle with this month’s free-range writing. There’s just one rule – stick to the timings. Your inner critic hates to be hurried.

Memoir

Most people have memories of bonfire nights throughout their life, from a few Catherine wheels and rockets in the back garden

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