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Written by Lisa Clifford, book author, former journalist, and founder of The Art of Writing, our blogs cover thought-provoking insights about everything "writing."

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Stay on Track with your writing

Lisa Clifford

The Art of Writing creative writing Retreats in Florence run June 1–5 and July 6–10, 2025. We’re all about story, connection, craft and giving writers space to unlock their voice....

Stay on Track with your writing

Lisa Clifford

The Art of Writing creative writing Retreats in Florence run June 1–5 and July 6–10, 2025. We’re all about story, connection, craft and giving writers space to unlock their voice....

How a Summer in Tuscany Can Transform Monetisin...

Lisa Clifford

Imagine this: you’re sipping a cappuccino in a medieval piazza in Florence, your notebook open, pen poised. The warm Italian sun glows over the rooftops as inspiration flows as effortlessly...

How a Summer in Tuscany Can Transform Monetisin...

Lisa Clifford

Imagine this: you’re sipping a cappuccino in a medieval piazza in Florence, your notebook open, pen poised. The warm Italian sun glows over the rooftops as inspiration flows as effortlessly...

Unlocking the Secrets of Storytelling with Paul...

Lisa Clifford

Join us for an exciting Time to Write Live Interview and writing Zoom session on Tuesday, April 8th at 7pm Sydney time with Paul Daley—one of Australia's most renowned authors, journalists,...

Unlocking the Secrets of Storytelling with Paul...

Lisa Clifford

Join us for an exciting Time to Write Live Interview and writing Zoom session on Tuesday, April 8th at 7pm Sydney time with Paul Daley—one of Australia's most renowned authors, journalists,...

Your Major Dramatic Question and Paul Daley

Lisa Clifford

That was fun! Juggling the Art of Writing in Brisbane alongside Cyclone Alfred. But we did it! We Zoomed all our classes with only a few hiccups for Queensland writers...

Your Major Dramatic Question and Paul Daley

Lisa Clifford

That was fun! Juggling the Art of Writing in Brisbane alongside Cyclone Alfred. But we did it! We Zoomed all our classes with only a few hiccups for Queensland writers...

Morag Pringle – Time to Write ZOOM

Lisa Clifford

Revising and Having the Courage to Kill Your Darlings The biggest issue first-time writers face is not trusting their own voice. Growing into that trust isn’t easy. Writers either try too...

Morag Pringle – Time to Write ZOOM

Lisa Clifford

Revising and Having the Courage to Kill Your Darlings The biggest issue first-time writers face is not trusting their own voice. Growing into that trust isn’t easy. Writers either try too...

Join Us for a Free Time to Write Zoom Session o...

Lisa Clifford

Are there certain plot beats that every thriller—or every book—must have? How do these compare across different genres? And how can writers ensure each beat delivers maximum impact, whether it’s...

Join Us for a Free Time to Write Zoom Session o...

Lisa Clifford

Are there certain plot beats that every thriller—or every book—must have? How do these compare across different genres? And how can writers ensure each beat delivers maximum impact, whether it’s...