Writing Newsletter

Brian F

I first encountered Chris Fielden’s website when studying creative writing as part of my BA in English Language and Literature through the Open University. The website was recommended through course materials as “providing extensive, author-based lists of short story outlets and competitions in a range of countries”. While these resources are extremely valuable, the website proved to be much more than that, as Chris runs frequent writing workshops, which are free to those who subscribe to his Premium Newsletter, and also offers writing services, including mentoring, editing, proofreading and critiquing of short stories, poetry and novels, all provided by experienced, published writers. Having become a subscriber, participated in workshops and used the critiquing service, I now feel part of a writing community which is greatly helping my development as a creative writer.

Kelly J

I seriously doubt that there are enough adjectives in the English language, or in any other language, for that matter, to adequately describe Chris, or what he does for me personally or for the writing community as a whole. However, I will do my best.

It boggles my mind knowing all that Chris does. His workshops that he holds are great. He always has informative guest speakers. The dedication that he shows toward helping fellow writers and authors to improve and be successful is amazing. This shows that he truly cares and his passion is real. Are you looking to be truly motivated? If you are sincere with upping your game as a writer, I recommend that you become a Premium Member. That way you can take full advantage of everything that is available to you as a writer. The price is extremely affordable and money well spent. It's more of an investment, really.

Martin S

As an aspiring writer, who thought he could pen a half-decent short story but did not know what to do with them, nor had much confidence that they could be enjoyed by others, I found Chris Fielden’s Premium Newsletter service an invaluable investment. It tops me up every week with a compendium of up-coming competitions which saves me hours of research meaning more valuable writing time. My preferred genre of gently humorous short stories doesn’t fit every contest, of course – but the Newsletter means I can quickly identify and enter relevant competitions that might accept my humble submissions, saving me even more precious time and reducing the cost and effort of making wasted entries. As a result, I am proud to say that I have had stories published in two of Chris’ famous To Hull and Back contests as well as appearances in several other compendiums and prize list placings.

Chris genuinely wants writers to succeed and his Premium Newsletter reflects this, prompting me with useful tips and guides. A personal highlight are the monthly on-line writing workshops. I really enjoy these. Whether it is being able to listen to and question successful authors, learn about key areas, such as which tense to use and why, or share my work with others to review, I find these excellent, varied and always interesting and worthwhile. The regular nature of these workshops gives me focus each month and reassures me that I am not on my own when faced with issues from grammar to marketing. I have been able to incorporate many learnings in my own work and consider myself a better writer, though I’ll forever be work in progress.

I have no hesitation in recommending Chris’ Premium Newsletter to all rough diamonds. If you have the desire and ambition I am proof that membership can help you to sparkle.