Chloe Gilholy
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I live in Oxfordshire, England. I used to write a lot of fan fiction and mainly just write poetry now. I've been to over 20 countries and written many books. I'm currently working on a horror story called Heavenly Seas.
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'A Simple Story' by Elizabeth Inchbald
Introduction A Simple Story isn't a very good title in my opinion. Why title your story a simple story when readers can read tales of adventure or about specific characters? To my surprise, I actually enjoyed the book. This review will aim to be spoiler free.
By Chloe Gilholy8 years ago in Geeks
Amsterdam
When I first said I was going to visit Amsterdam, many people thought I going there purely to get stoned. I did try the stone cakes and cannabis ice cream, but I think they're a waste of money. Not only did they not taste very nice, but they also didn't make me high. Maybe there wasn't enough to get me high or maybe I'm just that crazy that they have no effect on me. Drugs aside, I mainly went to Amsterdam to meet up with a friend who lives in Eindhoven. Another thing that Amsterdam is famous for is its lively red-light district. It's the perfect place for a stag do.
By Chloe Gilholy8 years ago in Wander
'Harry Potter & The Cursed Child'
The Book There's a lot about this book that makes it stand out from its seven predecessors. The most obvious one is that Harry isn't at school anymore, and the other big one is in the writing itself: it's the script of the show. Those expecting a long epic novel will be very disappointed indeed. A lot of fans seemed to be alienated by the format, but I was able to take it in quite well, having been able to read the book in one sitting.
By Chloe Gilholy8 years ago in Geeks
Dordrecht
Introduction In my trip to the Netherlands last year, Dordrecht was one of the many lovely places I went to for the day. It's an old city with a strong economy located in the south of Holland and is a place that not many people outside of The Netherlands have heard of very much, but it's easy to find lots of information about the area with a simple google search. It's technically an island, but because of the strong transport links and because it's not very isolated, it doesn't feel like an island. I think it's a shame that not many people know about the place, and I think it looks like a lovely place to live.
By Chloe Gilholy8 years ago in Wander
7 Crazy Writing Tips
As writers, we get loads of advice thrown at us all the time. Do this, do that, don't use this word or that word or you suck, so please stop writing. We know that we have to edit, proofread, and have a good grasp of grammar and spelling, but we all know that isn't enough for a good story. In my experience, many readers are happy to read writing with lots of technical mistakes if they're engrossed in the story and the characters.
By Chloe Gilholy8 years ago in Journal
101 Words
101 Words Flash fiction has risen in popularity to the point that writers are challenging themselves to write stories in certain word limits. Zero Flash has a limit of 300 words. A few sites do 100 words. It varies depending on what the editors and publishing houses want. 101 Words wants 101 words: nothing more and nothing less. I believe that this is one of the more well-known flash fiction sites as it's one that is mentioned in a lot of writing circles I partake in.
By Chloe Gilholy8 years ago in Journal
Can You Write 750 Words a Day?
About 750 Words 750words.com is a very simple site indeed. The goal is to write 750 words per day every day. Members who have signed up before 2013 have free lifetime accounts, but for everyone else, there is a fee of $5 a month which is equivalent to £3.86 a month. They take direct payment through PayPal. They offer a month trial for new members so you can try it before you decide to buy and even if you don't become a full member, you will always have access to your work. I was a member of the site for while before choosing to end my subscription after owning Microsoft Word.
By Chloe Gilholy8 years ago in Journal
Henry VIII's Letter to an Agony Aunt
I've been doing some short writing courses since last year and one piece of homework we've been given is to write is King Henry VIII's letter to an agony aunt. I've always been immersed in the Tudor Era like many other people so I felt it was right up my street.
By Chloe Gilholy8 years ago in Humans
50 Words for Snow
If you don't know who Kate Bush is, then it's about time you do. She's one of the most creative and humble artists in the music industry. 50 Words For Snow is Kate Bush's 10th album, which was released in 2011 by Fish People Records. I got this album for Christmas a few years back so this review is kinda late. Then again considering the current weather in the UK, it's got a winter atmosphere and it's meant to be spring. I guess you could say that this album is suitable for the weather.
By Chloe Gilholy8 years ago in Beat
Insecure's Your Middle Name
When you've been waiting for a long time for your favourite band to release new music and you're tired of unfulfilled promises, it's easy to understand why fans feel underwhelmed. Those that have read my article about MKS know this pain. So what do fans do? Listen to other bands or replay older material. Some choose to go the extra mile and make their own music to fuel their passion for their favourite bands...like the 004 did.
By Chloe Gilholy8 years ago in Beat
MKS Fans Are Still Waiting
If you have knowledge of British Chart Pop from the early 2000's, the Sugababes should ring a bell. They used to be my favourite band when I was younger and they were considered one of the most successful girl groups of the 2000's. They're most famous for their hits like "Freak Like Me," "Stronger," "Hole In The Head," "Push The Button" and "About You Now." They were notorious for line-up changes before eventually fading into obscurity and quietly splitting up after the failure of Sweet 7. Though the fourth line up really tried to stay relevant with the perfume range, merchandise and that TV show with Katy Brand, it just simply wasn't to be. The more they tried, the more it ignited people's desire to see the original line-up again.
By Chloe Gilholy8 years ago in Beat
Things That Make Me Happy
We live in a busy world where the news is bloated with misery and tales of greed and corruption. It makes me feel as if we have gone back to the dark ages where basic human rights were privileges for the wealthy. With all the stress being buttered about in the world that is only getting worse, I decided to combat the stress by writing a list of five things that makes me happy. This is all my personal opinion, and I hope by sharing this that you find it empowering.
By Chloe Gilholy8 years ago in Motivation
