It’s springtime, and nature is full of the promise and vulnerability of new life – fresh leaves on the trees, fresh shoots in the earth, baby animals and birds in gardens, parks and fields.
The spirit of spring inspires us with optimism and joy, and calls up a strong desire for the new in our lives. For writers, personal writing across different genres is a great way of discovering new topics and themes, and trying out new writing voices.
So give it a go with these springtime free-range writing forays. There’s only one rule: stick to the timings. That way, you haven’t got time to sit staring at the blank page, and your inner critic can’t get a look-in.