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Christmas Stories - Hanaz Writers Podcast Episode 35

🎙️ Podcast Overview: Insights from Christmas Tales
Charlotte examines the eternal teachings found in Dr. Seuss's The Grinch and Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol in this episode of the Hanaz Writers Podcast.
1. A Carol for Christmas:
Themes of remorse, atonement, and metamorphosis are highlighted throughout Scrooge's trip with three ghosts. Important lessons include being compassionate to others, prioritising relationships over financial possessions, and using lessons learnt from the past to improve the future.
2. The Grinch
The Grinch despises Christmas because he has been rejected and alone all of his life.Important lessons: fight prejudice, embrace compassion to build relationships, and comprehend the viewpoints of others.Both tales demonstrate how introspection and empathy can transform adversity into happiness.
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Short Story Competition – Hanaz Writers Podcast Episode 34

Charlotte, a seasoned educator and lover of storytelling, highlights the Edinburgh Short Story Award 2025 and its related contests in this episode of the Hanaz Writers Podcast. Regardless of your level of experience, this episode provides insightful advice and motivation for your next writing project!
Episode Highlights:📖 Edinburgh Short Story Award: A global competition offering a grand prize of £3,000 and the opportunity to be published in The Edinburgh Anthology. With a word limit of 2,000 and no genre restrictions, it’s open to all styles – from gritty realism to laugh-out-loud humour.
📚 Additional Awards include:
🏅 Isobel Lodge Award: For unpublished Scottish writers, with a £750 prize.
🍋 Write Mango Award: For quirky, humorous stories, offering £300.
✨ First Write Award: Supporting new and unpublished writers worldwide, with a £300 prize.
Highlight Segment:Charlotte explores the Write Mango Award, which is ideal for authors with a sense of comedy and surprising turns. This category honours inventiveness that astounds and delights, drawing inspiration from books like Roald Dahl's The Twits and The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy. Can your tale be described as "as delicious as a mango"? 🍑
🎉 Key Info: Entries close on 28th February 2025, giving you plenty of time to craft your masterpiece!
🌐 Listen now for tips, submission guidelines, and everything you need to know about these fantastic opportunities.
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Poetry Competitions – Hanaz Writers Podcast Episode 33

Charlotte, a Year 2 teacher and seasoned nursery educator, explores the world of poetry contests that will be accepting entries in late 2024 in this edition of the Hanaz Writers Podcast. This podcast is full of fantastic chances to show off your skills and win some incredible prizes, regardless of your level of experience as a poet or wordsmith.
Episode Highlights:Charlotte covers four unique competitions, including:New2TheScene Annual Poetry Competition – Win prizes and features for your 400-word masterpiece!Edward Thomas Fellowship Poetry Competition – Compete for £250 and the chance to perform at the AGM in Hampshire.The Moth Poetry Prize – One of the largest prizes for unpublished poems, offering €6,000 to the winner.Shepton Snowdrops Poetry Competition – A theme-based contest celebrating "Treasures of Nature" with categories for poets of all ages.
Highlight Segment:
Find out how the exciting chance to be judged by celebrated poet Jane Draycott is provided by the Edward Thomas Fellowship Poetry Competition. For just £3 apiece, submit up to three poems for a chance to share your work with the world, receive praise, and win cash rewards. The deadline is December 3, 2024!
Are you feeling motivated? For additional information, submission advice, and connections to each competition, tune in. Don't pass up this opportunity to transform your love of poetry into honours and awards!
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🖋️ Ready to write? Grab your pen, listen now, and take the first step towards poetic success! 🎧
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Braille writing system, What is it and how to use it – Hanaz Writers Podcast Episode 32

In Episode 32 of the Hanaz Writers Podcast, Charlotte explores the Braille system. From how it came about to how people use it now days, and write with it. She will take you to a journey through the history of this interesting writing method.
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Hanaz Writers, Podcast, Episode 32, Braille, History, Writing Methods, Language Wordplay Skills, Language Mastery, Discovery, Building Narratives, English Language, Storytelling Techniques, Dialogue, Charlotte, Hanaz Writers LTD, Writing for Authors, Writing for Teachers.
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Episode Highlights:
What is Braille: What is Braille, how does it work and how people utilize this writing system.
How Braille came about: How the system was invented and developed.
How to write Braille: How to write sentences and how it works the devise utilise to write in Brille.
Why it is important: Importance of Braille to allow people that cannot see to connect and message with others.
Join Charlotte in discovering the interesting world of Braille!

Sending Strong Messages with Limited Amount of Words – Hanaz Writers Podcast Episode 31

In Episode 31 of the Hanaz Writers Podcast, Charlotte explores how comedians use language to create funny puns and make us laugh. She will delve into secret for a good joke and how language, pauses and know your audience will help you to catch their attention an strike your own jokes effectively.
Keywords:
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Episode Highlights:
How X came out: What are the main features of X, great tool for sending quick messages but only have a limited amount of characters.
SM as Marketing Tools: How to use SM as a marketing tool to share hyperlinks and direct followers to another website.
What to write as a short message: How create short phrases and slogan to be recognise from your audience.
Punctuation and its importance: A well-structured phrase and a correct punctuation it is essential especially for short message.
Join Charlotte as she reveals all the strategies to create strong slogan and powerful messages in a few words!

Strike a Joke: All the Secrets Revealed to Make People Laugh Like a Pro – Hanaz Writers Podcast Episode 30

In Episode 30 of the Hanaz Writers Podcast, Charlotte explores how comedians use language to create funny puns and make us laugh. She will delve into secret for a good joke and how language, pauses and know your audience will help you to catch their attention an strike your own jokes effectively.
Keywords:
Hanaz Writers, Podcast, Episode 30, Comedy, Grammar Tips, Make People Laughs, Language Wordplay Skills, Language Mastery, Timing And Pauses, Building Narratives, English Language, Storytelling Techniques, Dialogue, Charlotte, Hanaz Writers LTD, Writing for Authors, Writing for Teachers.
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Episode Highlights:
How to make a funny joke: How a joke is structured and how to choose the best language create your own joke.
How to deliver a joke: The importance of a correct language delivery, knowing how to choose the right words and timing.
Knowing your audience: How to make sure to be prepared on what your audience finds funny based on the country they are based.
Tips from well-known comedians: Tips for using words emphasis, timing and deliver punch line from some of the best comedians in the world.
Join Charlotte as she unfolds the secrets of a good joke, you will be ready to create your own and make the world laugh too!

From Tweets to X: The Evolution of Digital Communication – Hanaz Writers Podcast Episode 29

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In Episode 29 of the Hanaz Writers Podcast, Charlotte delves into the fascinating history of Twitter, now rebranded as X, and its impact on global communication. Discover how the platform was born from the limitations of early text messaging, how it revolutionized social interaction, and what its future holds. Explore the rise of shorthand messaging, the influence of celebrities on the platform, and how X continues to shape the way we connect and share information.
Keywords:
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Episode Highlights:
History of Twitter (X): The surprising roots of the platform in early text messaging.
Rise of Shorthand Language: How acronyms like "LOL" and "TTYL" became standard, shaping modern communication.
Celebrity Influence: How X became a hub for celebrities to connect directly with fans.
Rebranding and the Future of X: What the change from Twitter to X means for social media and digital interaction.
Join Charlotte as she takes you through the evolution of Twitter into X and explores its ongoing impact on communication in today’s fast-paced world!

Mastering Punctuation: Why It Can Make or Break Your Writing – Hanaz Writers Podcast Episode 28

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In Episode 28 of the Hanaz Writers Podcast, Charlotte explores the critical role punctuation plays in writing and how small changes can drastically alter meaning. Drawing inspiration from the humorous grammar book Eats, Shoots & Leaves by Lynne Truss, she illustrates how punctuation helps us communicate more effectively and adds clarity to our stories. Whether you're a writer, teacher, or language enthusiast, understanding punctuation is essential. Tune in to learn how mastering these marks can elevate your writing and avoid miscommunication.
Keywords:
Hanaz Writers, Podcast, Episode 28, Punctuation, Grammar Tips, Eats Shoots and Leaves, Lynne Truss, Writing Skills, Language Mastery, Creative Writing, English Language, Storytelling Techniques, Dialogue, Charlotte, Hanaz Writers LTD, Writing for Authors, Writing for Teachers.
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Episode Highlights:
Why Punctuation Matters: How simple punctuation can change the entire meaning of a sentence.
Lynne Truss’s Classic Take on Grammar: The lessons from Eats, Shoots & Leaves that every writer needs to know.
Writing with Clarity: How proper punctuation improves the readability and flow of your writing.
Avoiding Common Mistakes: Tips for using commas, apostrophes, and quotation marks correctly in dialogue and storytelling.
Join Charlotte as she emphasizes the importance of these overlooked marks and how mastering punctuation is key to becoming a better writer!