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The Clever Quill
The Clever Quill is a Gillian Sisley-owned publication. From quirky mishaps to navigating tricky life experiences, pop in for some easy-read entertainment (and a few laughs) with every article.
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The Clever Quill
Sep 11, 2021
I’m Pulling Back from Trauma Writing, and I’ve Never Felt Lighter
Our passions and drives can come in…
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Sep 8, 2021
Querying My Novel is the Scariest Thing I’ve Ever Done as a Writer
You’d think publishing personal…
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Gillian Sisley
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Apr 22, 2021
I’m Having an Identity Crisis as a Writer
And I know plenty of writers are feeling the exact same way.
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Mar 30, 2021
What Failed Attempts at Writing Humor Taught Me about Living Authentically
When people are used to…
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Mar 16, 2021
I Live in Constant Fear of Losing My Creative 'It' Factor
Even after reaching a full-time, consistent…
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Feb 12, 2021
How to Manage the Emotional Labour of Writing about Tough Topics
I’ve made a career around writing…
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Mar 17, 2020
How to Write When You Can’t Find the Motivation
When the world seems to be going to hell, how can a…
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Mar 11, 2020
Occupational Hazards of Being a Full-time Writer
They’re not pretty — but the more you know, the…
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Feb 11, 2020
Top Writing Mistakes I Notice as an Indie Book Critiquer
I’m writing about this in hopes that you…
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Gillian Sisley
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Dec 9, 2019
How to Publish Your Vulnerable Truth Online, Despite the Gut-Wrenching Fear
That feeling never goes…
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