Unschool for Writers
Playing and working with words: finding your own way to fiction and nonfiction, poetry, and writing for young people
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“As a new fiction writer, I’ve found Alison’s well-considered advice immensely helpful. She’s also one of the kindest people I’ve ‘met’ on Substack.”
Steve Fendt, Tall and Tiny Tales
“Alison taught at the UBC school of Creative Writing for years. People looking to improve their writing and inspire further creativity, take note. ”
Zoë Landale, Magic Monday
“Alison Acheson was my MFA Creative Writing thesis advisor! A writer who has worked in many different forms, Alison offers writing knowledge and practical publishing advice in an accessible and humorous style. ”
Ramon Bub Esquivel, Writing Is Revising