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The final letter
Ten years ago, we started up a platform to provide a space for women to share their writing. Today, we’re announcing our Dear Damsels chapter has come to an end. Read More
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DD Blog: Writers and publishers to support on Patreon
We highlight some brilliant writerly Patreons that you should know about. Read More
4 years ago
Damsel in Distress: I’m too distracted by the pressures of life to focus on writing
Our creative writing agony aunt and Write Like a Grrrl founder Kerry Ryan returns with advice on navigating distractions, setting boundaries and taking creativity off your to-do list. Read More
4 years ago
DD Blog: Shifting Dear Damsels and a change to our work
Things at Dear Damsels are changing – sort of. Read about the shift in our focus and what's next for our platform. Read More
5 years ago
Damsel in Distress: I’ve started something and I’m worried I can’t finish it
In the first instalment of our new creative writing advice column, Write Like a Grrrl founder Kerry Ryan gives tips on ignoring the inner critic, feeling the fear and finishing your writing. Read More
5 years ago
DD Blog: Launching a new creative advice column with Kerry Ryan, founder of Write Like a Grrrl
Struggling with motivation, stuck in a plot hole or can’t quite work out a character? We’re excited to announce that Dear Damsels is launching a creative writing advice column with Write Like a Grrrl founder Kerry Ryan. Read More
5 years ago
DD Blog: Interview with Lucy Cuthew, author of Blood Moon
Nothing pleases us more than when a DD writer goes on to have their writing published elsewhere – so we were delighted to speak to Lucy Cuthew, debut author of Blood Moon, about writing, poetry and being published. Read More
5 years ago
DD Blog: Burnouts and taking breaks
Welcome to the DD blog. This month, we're talking about burning out and stepping back. Read More
6 years ago