It is notoriously difficult to earn a living as a writer. Rachael Oku gives us some tips from her new book, Become a Freelance Writer, on how to set yourself up in the business...

A round-up of the latest writing competitions - this page will be updated regularly so check back for further details.

A round-up of the latest poetry competitions - this page will be updated regularly so check back for further details.

A comprehensive list of UK & Irish Literary Magazines that publish short stories...

We have collected together some of the best writing and publishing advice available on the Hub from the last year and put together a list for you...

"All I can do is turn a phrase until it catches the light," writes Clive James in the epilogue to May Week Was In June. Kate McLoughlin explains why the book means so much to her in a new series of Staff Picks. 

Most writers hate writing synopses. In her ebook, Write a Great Synopsis – An Expert Guide, Nicola Morgan takes the stress out of the subject and applies calm, systematic guidance...

Sally O'Reilly, author of  How to Be A Writer, gives us some tips on getting started.