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The Writing Slump That Led to ‘The Most Beautiful Woman in the World’

What do you do when struggling to write a blog post or piece of fiction? I turn to writing prompts or photos, but a vivid memory from the 1980s of a stylish young woman in a London department store has also recently helped me. That decades-old image has now become a haunting new tale featured…
From Fear to Fix: Letting AI Redesign My WordPress About Page

Your About page might be one of the most visited parts of your blog—so why is it often the last thing we update? In this post, I share how I overcame fear of “breaking” my ‘Meet Hugh’ page by letting WordPress’s AI assistant suggest and implement layout changes, saving me hours of frustration.
Nine Questions That Got My Readers Talking — Which One Would You Answer?

A conversational roundup from Hugh’s Views and News, using thought‑provoking questions on blogging, engagement, myths, likes, QR codes, ghosts, and loneliness to spark debate, encourage comments, and nurture a stronger blogging community. Which question will you answer?
How I’m Using August for Blog Housekeeping and a QR Code Boost

August for me means blog housekeeping — QR codes, tag audits, a new theme polish, and finally tackling that neglected About page. What’s on your blogging to-do list?
The Shape of His Loneliness: A Haunting Flash Fiction Tale

Sometimes life doesn’t follow us. Meet Reg. He has all the answers.
The Problem With WordPress Likes and Robotic Blog Comments

Are WordPress ‘likes’ genuine support or empty noise? This post revisits the heated debate, sharing another blogger’s powerful perspective on unintentional likes and robotic praise that drove one writer to quit. Read the linked posts, explore the comments, and add your voice to this ongoing conversation.
Blogging Myths Busted: Breaks, Comments, Followers and More

Think you know the rules of blogging? Think again. We’re busting five of the most common myths that hold bloggers back — so you can blog smarter, not harder. Share some myths of blogging you have heard.
Signs of the Times: Fish & Chips, Beaches, Patience and Coffee

Inspired by Dan Anton’s ‘Signs’ prompt, this post shares quirky British signs—with humour, nostalgia, and a coffee poll. Come reflect, vote and slow down.”
How to Turn Off WordPress Like Notifications and Comment Likes

Fed up with endless WordPress ‘Like’ notifications cluttering your inbox? Learn how to turn off Like email alerts, stop serial likers in their tracks, and take full control of how ‘Likes’ work on your posts and comments.
The Truth About WordPress ‘Like’ Buttons: Support or Empty Gesture?

Are WordPress ‘Like’ buttons genuine support or empty clicks? An honest look at how bloggers use (and misuse) likes—and what really matters.