Hi, I am a writer of plays, short stories and a novel, currently writing my second novel. I've always wanted to be a writer since I was first asked at school what I wanted to be when I grew up. Perhaps I've only just grown-up because it's taken a long time and a lot of words. So definitely a case of never giving up. So maybe I'll get to be a ballet dancer as well (which was my first dream as a child) though bunions and clumsiness may be a bit of a hindrance, luckily those and being left handed doesn't seem to be a handicap as a writer. All my writing is fiction, but a lot of my work is based on things that have happened to me, though sometimes I don't always realise that until much later. It is odd though having a novel out and people trying to work out which bits are the more true to life bits and often guessing wrongly, but then I'm guessing about their guessing then aren't I? Enough, read the extracts and see what you think, or better still buy the book! Available from all good bookshops and of course www.amazon.co.uk or www.macmillannewwriting.com In writing for the theatre, I love the contrast of that first solitary confinement, whilst working on the script, compared to the frenzy of mounting a production. I enjoy working alongside all the artistic people who have an input into bringing a play on paper to life onstage. I've also been facilitating writing workshops in health settings, particularly in mental health. It's great when people realise they have more creativity and imagination in their soul than they ever realised. That goes for me too! These workshops have changed my writing, and it doesn't feel like a coincidence that since I've become more involved in this kind of work, I've had more success with my own writing too. I also have a blog spot,
www.catesblagblog.blogspot.com
why not take a look and leave me a comment? Write by the sea Develop your own unique voice, tap into your creativity, write with your soul in the inspiring surroundings of The Phoenix Centre on the Suffolk Heritage Coast. http://www.phoenixcentre.co.uk/ A three night retreat with author Cate Sweeney
September 28th - October 1st 2007
Cost £125
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Find The Writer Within
A series of six inspiring workshops with local author Cate Sweeney. Tap into your creativity…
Find your unique voice…
Develop your ideas… Thursdays 7.30-9.30pm
Starting 28th June Aldeburgh Music Room. Cost £36. Limited places. Book now or enquire at: cate@wordaction.co.uk
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