I was an English teacher for many years during which time I wrote pretty awful poetry. After I retired I joined several writing groups and was encouraged to write short stories. I began to ‘send out’ and eventually I was published in some decent magazines. Looking back I think teaching good literature scared me a little as I was reluctant toContinue reading “Maurice Gartshore on ‘Lads’”
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Q&A with Christine Appleyard, author of ‘Advent’
Encouraged by a friend, Christine signed up for the Creative Writing course at The Open University. After completing the advanced course, and heading towards retiral, she decided to return to university as a part time student on the MLitt Creative Writing course at Stirling. Her short story, ‘Advent’ will feature in this year’s Stryvling PressContinue reading “Q&A with Christine Appleyard, author of ‘Advent’”
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