Useful Links for Writers
Adam is a police detective in California that helps writers with the cop stuff in their writing. Each week there is a curated list of links that crime-fiction writers will find interesting and useful. For more information visit writersdetective.com
Introducing Jericho Writers
Salons — Words Away
http://www.wordsaway.info/salons-1/
Self-Publishing Advice Conference | Alliance of Independent Authors
If you are interested in self publishing for pleasure or profit, there are lots of free talks available at this conference attached to the London book fair. Click here for info
http://selfpublishingadviceconference.com
Kent Festival of Writing
To grab one of the few places left please go to www.kentfestivalofwriting.co.uk for full event information. Booking closes at midnight on Wednesday 11 April.
Robert McKee
Robert McKee is renowned in the industry and if you ever saw Adaptation, the Nicholas Cage film, it was McKee they characterised as the crotchety but brilliant script expert. Sign up for his newsletter, where he will give you not only regular snippets of info about writing conundrums but also short videos analysing films, and links to other free tips and hints. Robert’s website is McKeestory.com
Retreats West
Have you done any learning or workshops about novel writing? You may benefit from doing our 6 week online Start Your Novel Course.
https://www.retreatwest.co.uk/start-your-novel-course/
Also available – New Author Membership
https://www.retreatwest.co.uk/author-membership/
Visiting Therapists and Local Yoga
Local Yoga with lovely Jennie at Nimblelimbs – Themed Weeks now available – see our Themed Events Page
Visiting massage therapist Emma Barnes – e.barnes66@btinternet.com
Reiki and reflexology with talented Sam Kettles 12 mins drive away. Email us for details info@retreatsforyou.co.uk
Places to Go Nearby
Clovelly Village – cobbled streets and nostalgia – 40 mins drive
RHS Garden Rosemoor – 20 mins drive
Beaches – Widemouth Bay beach and Bude – 35 mins drive
Atlantic Village outlet, Bideford – 30 mins
North Devon Biosphere Reserve –
Cycling and Ruby Country
Ruby Country – Holsworthy and Hatherleigh . and surrounds. Heritage, culture, wildlife and landscape, high quality goods, services and activities.
The Tarka Trail – cycle 32 miles from Barnstaple to Braunton
North Devon Biosphere Reserve
Information about Sheepwash
The Sheepwash Chronicle – local magazine incl local bus times (three times a week to three different local towns)
Local Fishing
FisherMansToolbox.com is a handy site for all things Fishing, including reviews of helpful equipment, such as depth finders and other tools that help fishermen make the most of the time they spend on the water.
Useful Links
Medical Detection Dogs – clever canines helping humans in detection of disease – Debbie is an ambassador