Author Archives: Steph Huddleston

Hi! I'm Steph, a freelance writer for hire based in Australia. I'm an avid reader and love all things bookish! My blog is all about the written word.

Should I Pay For A Book Review?

The topic of paid book reviews can be a controversial one. If you’ve been considering paying for a book review, know that you’re not alone. But there are some common pitfalls to be aware of, as well as often unmentioned benefits to paying for a review. So let’s unpack some of the common beliefs aroundContinue reading “Should I Pay For A Book Review?”

How to deal with negative feedback about your writing

Whether it’s sharing your novel, a brief poem, or your resume – getting feedback on your writing can feel brutal. So here are some tips to hopefully make it less of a painful experience. Why feedback is so important. Feedback, whether solicited, or not offers opportunity for growth. That mindset is key when it comesContinue reading “How to deal with negative feedback about your writing”

7 Tips for working away from home

In recent times, more people than ever before are working away from the traditional office. Whether it’s a hybrid model, or you’re full-time freelancing it up from your home – sometimes working remotely can be a challenge. It can be isolating, and challenging (especially if you have to share your space). So sometimes it’s aContinue reading “7 Tips for working away from home”

How To Write A Book Review – With Prompts!

Writing a book review can be a challenge. Whether it’s for school, further study or for your personal Goodreads — it can be difficult to collate your thoughts about a book. So today I thought I’d share a list of prompts that I find helpful in my book reviewing process. But first… What makes aContinue reading “How To Write A Book Review – With Prompts!”

7 Writing Misconceptions Holding You Back

Writing is a challenge, there’s no question about that. But the ideas that we hold about the writing process can either help or hinder us. Today we’re talking writing misconceptions that might be holding you back from achieving your personal writing goals.