about Live Writing

Writing is a glorious activity. We can write for publication, we can write in our private diaries. No one can tell us not to write. Writing allows us to express ourselves freely, without fear of censure, until such time as we choose to share what we have written.


If writing is such a wonderful pastime or occupation, why develop a website like this one? And why is it that before even starting to put anything together, the first question we asked ourselves was ‘What do writers need?’


The truth is, of course, that while writing can be fulfilling and exciting, uplifting and thrilling, it can also be frustrating, draining and, often, very lonely. Where better to turn, then, than to a place where writers have gathered to give others


So welcome to Live Writing! It’s early days yet, and each time you return there should be more to read, and -- if the muse moves you – to write.


Another important aspect of Live Writing is the opportunity to provide freelance work to the writers and editors who are part of the Live Writing team. Most writers are not in the position of being able to give up their day jobs and they are usually highly discerning and  talented editors and copywriters. They work with words because they love writing and are keen to encourage other writers or to see good, clean, uncluttered copy being written. Thus as well as providing excellent feedback copy and any other writing-related requirement, the  services offered by  Live Writing also meet more of the writer's needs - for


The Live Writing Fund assists writers of exceptional talent, with small financial grants to help to pay for editing and mentoring,  writing courses or essential writing materials. A percentage of the editing and writing fees paid to the Live Writing team will go towards the fund, all very much in the spirit of

Grants and financial assistance