To be published and build a profitable writing career – or interesting hobby – you must be resourceful, determined and totally professional in your approach. Here’s how. Specialise in one or a few subjects List the subjects in which you have a particular interest or expertise. You may be surprised to learn that you know
Imagine you’ve just found a brilliant article and want to cite it in your essay. However, when you come to cite it you find that the source is not an academic journal at all, it’s actually in a type of book called a Festschrift. Your natural questions are: (i) Am I allowed to cite books
If you have ever read a book to a young child, the thought may have passed through your mind that you could write as well as this author. After all, how difficult can writing a book for children be? It's probably harder than you think. We have all been children, and perhaps we think that
Many of us promise that one day, we shall write that book, and perhaps we already have some ideas for a plot or some characters… but how many of us achieve that dream? Here is how to prepare yourself for your new writing direction… 1. Read books in the genre in which you
Many magazine articles are written by full-time staff of the publication, but some also carry material that has been written by freelancers – this could be you! These six tips will help you to publishing success: Decide which magazine you aim to write for. It is a mistake to complete a manuscript and then wonder
Among the halls of academia there are few sins greater than that of plagiarism. Being found guilty of this offence can be the death knell of careers and reputations and can invalidate years of work. That’s why it is so important for students to be aware of what plagiarism is and how they can avoid
When creating a work of fiction be it a short story, play, musical – anything with a story – most authors will quite rightly spend a fair bit of time thinking about the heroes of their tale. These protagonists, regardless of whether they are considered good or not are clearly important to the narrative and getting
Today saw the much-anticipated release of the seventh Star Wars film – The Force Awakens. Since its debut in 1977, few stories have become quite as iconic and well known as the adventures of Luke Skywalker, Han Solo, Princess Leia and more in the modern era. Grown men and women could be seen in their
Nanowrimo season is upon us once again meaning it’s time for the creatively minded, or those who just want to write, to prepare their minds, sharpen their pencils, charge their laptops and prepare for a horrendous caffeine overdose that they’ll still be feeling six months later. “Nanowhut?” asks Davey our social media person. “Nanowrimo” says
We're very excited to announce a second Q&A with one of our very own tutors! Lee Raye, author of Advanced Academic Writing, Critical Thinking and UK Wildlife Law, is going to be answering your questions live on Facebook on the 22nd of October from 6.00pm until 6.30pm. Mr. Raye has been involved in ADL since 2013 and
Education opens doors to success windows of opportunity and in at least one case, gates to new possibilities. Such is the case with ADL success story Annabella Baker. Originally from Italy, but now living in the UK, Annabella faced a tragedy all too familiar to many when she lost her airline job during the Covid
Gardens are hard work.  Behind every immaculate lawn and carefully tended flowerbed is a never-ending struggle between nature and gardener. Of course simply leaving the garden to its own devices isn’t really an option; Untended, plants will grow freely for the whole of spring and summer and even into autumn. Worse yet, an uncared for
Some stories of educational achievement soar into the heavens. Of individuals who through hard work and toil overcame the challenges in their life to achieve. Certainly, at ADL we’ve seen and helped many individuals achieve their dreams through completing a course which helped them get a place at university or begin a new career. This,
If you’ve been in the UK over the past weekend you might have noticed you had a day off on Monday (or looked on enviously as other people had a day off). The coronation of a new monarch in Charles the Third means a new era. One that the Monarch is especially keen does not
If you’re looking for a side business or career that combines a love for fitness and a mentoring role. personal training might be for you Personal training is at it’s heart all about being able to help people live healthier, happier lives. By combining physical exercise with essential lifestyle changes like diet they help their
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