Dec 16, 2022 Posted by Simon Rose

The Benefits of a Writing Coach

A professional writing coach is someone with whom you can consult, ask questions and receive constructive feedback. They act as a guide as you build your career as a professional writer. A coach can help you conquer a stumbling block, regain momentum or make a start on a new project. My program helps you progress as a writer. You decide what you want to work on during a personalized, one on one... read more

Dec 13, 2022 Posted by Simon Rose

Cool Links

If you’re interested in writing historical fiction, check out this article that has some great tips and advice to make the past come alive for the reader. And this article in The New Yorker has some good advice for young writers. Looking for tips and advice to help you with your writing? Check out the ten worst pieces of writing advice you will ever hear. We all sometimes need to add scary... read more

Dec 8, 2022 Posted by Simon Rose

Granary Road Farmers Market – December 10

Granary Road Farmers Market – December 10 Looking for the perfect gift? This Saturday from 10 am to 5.30 pm, I’ll be signing copies of all my books at the Granary Road Farmers Market. The event is being held at Granary Road, 226066 112 Street West, Foothills County. Learn all about my novels, including the new Stone of the Seer series, as well as about coaching and editing... read more

Dec 5, 2022 Posted by Simon Rose

Writing Workshops and Study Guides

Writing Workshops and Study Guides  My writing guide entitled Where Do Ideas Come From? examines how my novels The Alchemist’s Portrait, The Sorcerer’s Letterbox, The Clone Conspiracy, The Emerald Curse, The Heretic’s Tomb, The Doomsday Mask, The Time Camera, and The Sphere of Septimus can be used to create workshops and creative writing exercises for the classroom. These include writing time... read more

Dec 1, 2022 Posted by Simon Rose

Triwood Christmas Market

Looking for the perfect gift? This Saturday and Sunday from 10 am to 4 pm, I’ll be signing copies of all my books at the Triwood Christmas Market. The event is being held at Triwood Community Association, 2244 Chicoutimi Drive NW in Calgary. Learn all about my novels, including the new Stone of the Seer series, as well as about coaching and editing services for writers and authors. Hope to see... read more