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About Rebecca Clyburn
Rebecca Clyburn was born and raised in Cape Breton, Nova Scotia. She completed a postgraduate certificate in Creative Writing at Humber College in Toronto and taught creative writing at The International Writers’ Collective and The Writers Studio of Amsterdam. She is a member of the Romantic Novelists’ Association and a participant in the 2025 New Writers’ Scheme. Rebecca enjoys skiing and sunshine, both of which are in short supply in the Netherlands, where she has lived for the past 12 years. Her favorite pastimes are reading and writing books about smooching the night away.
One Golden Day
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One Golden Day

public domain picture As I write this blog post, I sit on the balcony of my hotel room in Marathopolis. The juicy blue of the swimming pool is just below…
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Posted by By Rebecca Clyburn 2026-07-19Posted inWriting PromptsTags: writing prompts3 Comments
The Teacher Becomes the Student
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The Teacher Becomes the Student

As writers, we know that inspiration is everywhere—the books we read, the people we meet, and the places we visit. This week, I’ve found inspiration from a group of 13-year-olds.…
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Posted by By Rebecca Clyburn 2026-05-18Posted inWriting Life1 Comment
Writing for the Fanfic Fun of it
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Writing for the Fanfic Fun of it

Fanfiction isn’t just fandom—sometimes the best way to spark creativity is to step into beloved worlds and experiment with familiar characters.
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Posted by By Rebecca Clyburn 2026-03-16Posted inWriting PromptsTags: fanfic, writing prompts2 Comments
Accountability Partners: For when you need a kick up the butt
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Accountability Partners: For when you need a kick up the butt

Want to learn more about writing accountability partnerships? This article explains what they are, how to start one and the benefits to your own writing practise.
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Posted by By Rebecca Clyburn 2025-12-01Posted inWriting LifeTags: accountability, inspiration, motivation1 Comment

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