Testimonials

"Nicola was my first creative writing tutor back when I was a 'wannabee' writer and didn't know where to begin. One of the most important thing Nicola instilled in me was the confidence to know I could write and had stories to tell. As a new writer, Nicola gave me practical advice about the technical aspects of my writing, highlighting my strengths, weaknesses and areas to develop. In addition, because of Nicola's experience of being a published author, she was able to offer advice about writing for publication and I'm happy to say that I am now myself, a published writer."

"Nicola was my first teacher in an evening class in Creative Writing.
She shared her experience as a novelist and inspired me to take writing seriously.
Some years later I'm on a Creative Witing MA and Nicola deserves credit if my present novel gets published."

"If I had to sum it up in one word: refreshing.
Your technique is positive and stimulates creativity. Some teach because they cannot do. You've done it and you teach others how to."

"Nicola's feedback was always encouraging, challenging and constructive. Learning to write scripts teaches the writer to think very visually and to convey through their writing what they hope will be seen in the finished film. The skills I acquired through Nicola's module, particularly the ability to visualize characters, actions, and settings, have enriched my writing in all genres. I often find myself asking as an editorial check, 'What will the reader see through reading this story, poem or play?"

"One of Nicola's strengths as a tutor was to help me understand that the solitary act of writing is not sufficient by itself. She seemed to explain that to become a successful writer, is to step outside the security of writing alone and share with others. She showed how it was worthwhile taking risks even at moments when one is most insecure and that this was the way to becoming a writer. I don't think I would ever started blogging otherwise."