Writing Talk
by Ken Elkesin 📚 Literature
Writing Talk
About the Substack
A supportive community for writers and readers, featuring insights on writing craft, the power of narrative, and reflections on the good, bad and funny of the creative writing life.
Free Subscription Benefits
- Regular public posts
Paid Subcription Benefits
- Subscriber-only posts and full archive
- Post comments and join the community
- Access to exclusive writing exercises and story analysis
Paid Subscription Plans
- £45 a year
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About Ken Elkes
Award-winning short fiction author. Creative writing lecturer and tutor. Mostly ginger. Editing my debut novel.
My Writing Talk Substack has insights on writing craft, the power of narrative, and reflections on the quirky nature of a creative life.
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