Category: Writing

  • Publish your writing

    You should aim to produce writing that creates a context in which other people can think. And in order to do this you have to publish your writing. Think of it as dropping a pebble into a pond and seeing how far the ripples go.

  • Creative thinking with Obsidian

    In this video I’m talking to Ben Gordon about an experiment in creative thinking with Obsidian, which we tried in the early stages of a writing project. We were frustrated with the limitations of working in Google Docs. Even though Docs is great for many purposes – including collaborating with someone on the other side…

  • Stephen King: On writing

    On Writing, by Stephen King, blends memoir and practical advice, giving writers a glimpse into the creative process while offering valuable tools. From embracing authentic voice to developing a daily writing routine, King’s insights help writers—especially busy academics—cultivate a productive, disciplined approach to their craft.

  • Academic workflow for writing: From first note to publication

    In this video, Dave Nicholls and I talk about the tools and services we use in our writing process, as well as our intentions that guide our choices. Ultimately, we decide that ‘academic workflow for writing’ is about creating space to spend more time on the work that matters, rather than simply doing more.