Tips and hints for writing property descriptions If someone described a particular style of writing and told you it contained phrases such as ‘compact’ and ‘bijou’, or ‘spacious’ and ‘sought-after’, you could probably guess which market we’re in

How do you mark your involvement with one of the most famous sporting events in the world? Like this… Exciting, colorful, challenging – the Tour de France is all those things. And so is AkzoNobel, so it’s little wonder we wanted to partner with

An innovative approach to problem-solving means Kevin Kittle has developed truly pioneering solutions when it comes to the world of powder coatings. It’s fair to say Kevin Kittle, our 2022 Scientist of the Year, has a proud history with AkzoNobe

Why breaking the mould can win the day A good PR idea is often innovative or eye-catching and sometimes a little risky or quirky. Of course, some might argue there’s actually no such thing as bad PR, but in our experience, projects less likely to…

Our top five examples What does an editor do? One of the bugbears most editors have is with the argument that, as it’s only writing, everyone should be able to do it. Years spent wrestling with the mysteries of the English language often don’t seem…

Why you need to be ‘well-dressed’ online In a world which revolves so much more around written communication, it’s ironic so many of us seem to consider it less important to be correct. If you’re not sure where an apostrophe should go, don’t worry;…

You wouldn’t refuse a child a place at nursery because her parents were vegetarian – so why is it ok to do it when they’re gay? Choosing childcare is tricky enough. Like every parent, you want to find just the right place to nurture, encourage and…

The heartache of splitting up is well and truly behind you, and you’ve found someone new – but is there a right time for them to meet your kids, and how do you do it? It’s one of the most frequently-asked questions by single parents when they find…

Congratulations! Waiting for the birth of your first baby is an exciting – and nerve-wracking – time. We thought it might help to let you know what to expect once he or she arrives. Becoming a parent is one of the most wonderful and rewarding…

Are you sitting comfortably? Then we’ll begin… Get ready for a bedtime story with a difference. Ah, the nightly routine. Bathtime, supper, cuddles, a bedtime story, and your little one snuggles down and goes off happily to the Lane of Nod for at…

She was Britain’s poster-girl for the London 2012 Olympics and the nation celebrated as she won gold in the heptathlon. Dame Jessica Ennis-Hill is also a three-time world champion and took silver at Rio in 2016 before announcing her retirement in…

We want our kids to look good and feel comfortable in what they’re wearing – but as they get older, they have their own opinions. Is it possible to talk about their fashion choices without body-shaming? We were driving through town when I spotted her…

Ever wondered how French parents get their kids to eat normal food and speak so politely to grown-ups? Here are some of their secrets. How we raise our children to become well-rounded, pleasant and useful members of society is one of our prime…

These days, most of us want our daughters to be less like Disney princesses and more like Katniss Everdeen in The Hunger Games. So we need to encourage their ‘badass’ side… It might not be immediately obvious that you’re following the right path to…

Why your business needs an editorial style guide No matter what the size of your business, if you’re publishing content of any kind then it’s important to have an editorial style guide. Consistency across your social channels, in your marketing and…

From the moment you announce you’re having a baby, family and friends take a keen interest – especially if it’s your first child. As your due date approaches, you’ll fend off calls inquiring whether there’s any sign of Junior and, once he or she…

My children are two of my biggest joys in life. I love them unconditionally and, even though there have been some tough times, I can’t imagine my life without them. Would I be any happier? I’d say not. I could be wrong, though. Because new research…

As a new parent, wondering whether our baby is getting enough to eat is one of our biggest concerns. We’ve answered some of the most common questions about feeding. Feeding a baby takes up time and energy. Not just practically, but emotionally. We…

‘How do I get my child to tidy their room?’ It’s a question every parent asks at some stage. Sadly, however hard we wish for it, the Cleaning Fairy isn’t going to appear and wave her magic wand. Don’t worry, though – we’ve got some other…