In this day and age, this may seem like a ridiculous blog topic, because it is in fact such a simple one. The thing is, writers have been tricked into believing that writing complex, three dimensional woman is a challenge that needs to be navigated with the utmost precision. Nowadays, there’s a massive rulebook whenContinue reading “Writing Female Characters”
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Revisiting my Old Writing
What with my first novel being published this summer, and all the excitement and anxiety surrounding it, I have been a feeling a bit nostalgic of late. So I deemed it appropriate to take a trip back in time, and analyse a chapter from the first manuscript I ever completed. Reading one’s old writing isContinue reading “Revisiting my Old Writing”
Why I Decided to Self Publish
So, I’m actually doing it. If you read my last post in the ‘My Writing Journey’ theme, or you’ve seen my social media, you’ll know that my debut novel, The Demon’s Dollhouse, is coming out through Amazon this July. And I have never been more excited and terrified about anything in my life, and IContinue reading “Why I Decided to Self Publish”
8 Juicy Themes to Discuss in Your Next Book
Themes are one of those beautiful parts of writing that often evolve with the story. Either your characters will reveal unexpected facets of themselves that open up a new dimension to your book, or you’ll suddenly notice a factor that connects every conflict in your story together. It’s a very satisfying moment indeed, but sometimes,Continue reading “8 Juicy Themes to Discuss in Your Next Book”
My Writing Process
Ah yes, actually physically writing, the agony of most writers. Completing a manuscript takes a lot of planning, dedication and hard work, but it’s an enormously gratifying process watching your idea form into the bones of an actual book. We all have different approaches and methods when it comes to writing, in much the sameContinue reading “My Writing Process”
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