In 1915 he commenced writing a series of reports on a Snowy River scheme.

I put that time to use: I commenced writing this narrative of my military career.

The band commenced writing new material in 2008, but would not begin studio work until May 2010.

He commenced writing poetry while travelling through Texas in 1983.

The band commenced writing for the album in 2006.

It was soon evident that the three of them "clicked" and they commenced writing original songs.

Previously a school teacher, he commenced writing in 1968 and has completed more than 15 works.

About six years prior to his retirement he commenced writing science fiction books.

He commenced writing at the age of twelve.

As early as 2009, Testament commenced writing new material for their tenth album.