Hi,

You may find our new blog helpful. The last post actually reflects on the process of choosing your topic - and defining your research question:

http://100thousandwords.wordpress.com/

Hi Everyone,

Having survived our PhDs we have decided to start a blog reflecting on our experiences in hope of providing solace and encouragement to other new researchers. Although we have only just started, we anticipate covering a range of topics including: defining a research question, methodological choices, staying organised, and time management.

You can find it at http://100thousandwords.wordpress.com .

Thanks!