Writers need a writing plan
So many of us have this deep heart desire to write, but don’t know how to act on it. So you want to write – but you don’t do it. And all...
The real cost of self publishing
Self-publishing allows you to get your material printed and out into the world and spread your message. But before you launch yourself...
A quiz for your lead characters
Here's a good list of questions to ask your hero Your age? Nationality? Hair colour? Style? Age? How do you dress? Best feature? How...
I survived a coma, and NDE
A year ago I had a full and busy life. I was the group editor of a publishing company, mom to two young kids (eight and ten) and busy...
Open submissions for romance writers
Got a manuscript that you are sitting on? Here is an updated list of all the publishing houses actively looking for books. Romance!...
How to get your book to a better first draft
The first draft of your book is not something you are going to want to show anyone. Sorry! As much as you have sweated and toiled over...
Do you have a plan for your book?
Why isn't it selling? Who should be making it sell? Why isn't the publisher doing more? Why are there only three copies at the bookshop...
Do you need to be an expert to write
This word 'expert' comes up a lot when working with memoir or non-fiction books. It comes from the question - am I actually qualified to...
Find your non-fiction genre
Where will your book sit? Remember your first step in non-fiction writing is to be clear on your genre. Find your main genre and...
The sexiest lines from romance novels
"And I mean to hear ye groan like that again. And to moan and sob, even though you dinna wish to, for ye canna help it. I mean to make...