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The Writer’s Woodshed

Traditional or Self-Publishing: Which is Best for You?

All you need to know about the pros and cons of modern publishing

12 min readAug 5, 2021

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Traditional or Self-Publishing: Which is Best for You?

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Paul Fairbairn

Rush Hour

He was there again. Exactly the same place, exactly the same time.

10 min readAug 3, 2021

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Rush Hour

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About Me Stories

About Me — Paul Fairbairn

This old dog learned some new tricks, and wherever you are in your life’s journey, it’s never too late…or too early

8 min readApr 21, 2021

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About Me — Paul Fairbairn

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Paul Fairbairn
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The Writer’s Woodshed

The Pond

The scene of a tragedy often has a morbid fascination for kids . . . but things look very different in the dark

7 min readApr 20, 2021

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The Pond

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Paul Fairbairn
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The Writer’s Woodshed

Your Novel in Miniature: How to Write a Synopsis

Follow these guidelines to create a compelling synopsis for agents and editors

6 min readApr 7, 2021

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Your Novel in Miniature: How to Write a Synopsis

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Paul Fairbairn
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The Writer’s Woodshed

How Not to Be a Writer

7 tips to help you avoid accidentally becoming a writer

5 min readApr 6, 2021

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How Not to Be a Writer

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Paul Fairbairn
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The Writer’s Woodshed

How to Write Believable Characters

4 tips to help you write more convincing characters

8 min readApr 5, 2021

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How to Write Believable Characters

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Paul Fairbairn
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The Writer’s Woodshed

The Magical Reality of Writing

Ever had the weird feeling that you’re actually in your story?

5 min readMar 31, 2021

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The Magical Reality of Writing

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Paul Fairbairn

Should You Murder Your Darlings?

Ruthless editing is crucial . . . but not at the cost of your creativity

8 min readMar 30, 2021

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Should You Murder Your Darlings?

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Paul Fairbairn
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The Writer’s Woodshed

Why Do We Write?

Is writing a compulsion, an obsession . . . or do we not have a choice?

5 min readMar 26, 2021

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Why Do We Write?

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Paul Fairbairn

Paul Fairbairn

Editor and bestselling author of horror/thriller/sf novels. Failed rock god and world-class procrastinator. And lion tamer. Visit me at paulfairbairn.co.uk

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