The Alchemy
| Subtitle | A Guide to Gentle Productivity for Writers |
| By | Anna Vaught |
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| ISBN | 9781804470404 |
| Non-Fiction Genre | Writing Guide/Self-Help |
| Publication Date | 10/25/2023 |
| Price | 10.00 |
| Paperback Hyperlink | http://renardpress.com/books/the-alchemy/ |
Synopsis
The Alchemy is a robust, frank and loving guide to an often opaque industry. As well as offering tips on working and re-imagining what productivity looks like, there is advice on sending out work and navigating the industry, looking after your mental health as you go.
Authors Biography
Anna Vaught is a teacher, editor and author of several books. Her short creative works and features have been widely published, and she has written for the national press. She is the mother of three sons, comes from a large Welsh family and lives in Wiltshire.
Reviews
‘LOVED The Alchemy’
Joanne Harris
‘I was completely blown away by The Alchemy.’
Kat Ashton, Head of Courses, Jericho Writers
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This is a vital book that takes a realistic, compassionate approach to creativity in less than ideal circumstances and provides wise advice and practical encouragement. Anyone who writes or wishes they could do so needs The Alchemy!
If you think you’d like to write this is the book to read, if you’ve never imagined you could write this book will encourage you to think you might and if you don’t want to write you’ll enjoy it as an insight into the process of writing in both good and challenging times.
Many writing handbooks seem to assume you’re writing full time. So as a writer, I found this to be a vital book. Not just for those with chronic illness – but for anyone who struggles with finding time and/or energy to write. Which is a lot of us!
Writing when life is exhausting and stressful can seem impossible, especially when caring for family members whose needs are complex and demanding beyond what is normal or usual. The Alchemy weaves its writing magic gently and with understanding and human compassion, helping make the impossibly difficult both possible and life affirming.
Anna Vaught is a force of Nature and her lived experience is woven throughout The Alchemy. It’s a book for her and for all who strive to write against formidable odds.
Such a helpful and funny read!
Best book on writing that I’ve read! Love Anna’s voice and insights into creativity, productivity and life.
Very helpful.
I am a writer and this book helped me through those moments when I was full of despair about the process.