Using AI When Writing Feels Like Bloodletting.
I’m about to admit something I never thought I’d say out loud: AI is my writing assistant. Her name is Roxy.
The Truth About Hybrid Publishing: A Costly Mistake or a Viable Option?
Hybrid publishing seems like an easy solution... it rarely is.
AI for Authors: Evil or Genius?
AI for authors isn’t about replacing the human touch; it’s about optimising our time and resources. The key is balance—using AI to enhance efficiency while preserving the integrity of our craft.
Writing a Book. Standalone or Series: Finding the Right Balance
I write in the spirit of a series with my women's fiction novels. I'm not exactly a series writer, but I do incorporate a lot of easter eggs.
How to Find an Editor
Finding an editor I could trust was not a simple process. I’m a self-published author. Control is my middle name. So how did I find an editor that I felt comfortable with? I share the journey...
How I Wrote My First Novel
My writing journey has been slightly different to most. I like to think of myself as a bit of a crackpot writer (hence the name of my website), but once I explain this, you may understand why.
Learn from My Lesson and Use a Book Outline!
I’ve been writing novels now for over two years and learning about the importance of an outline has been an eye opening experience for me. It’s a lesson I’d like to share with you, plus tips I learned along the way.
Deep POV: What it is, and Why It’s a Game-Changer!
I have an embarrassing confession: I wasn’t aware of ‘POV’ as a writer until five years ago. It's a ‘Writing 101’ technique all authors need to know - and master - before writing a novel. Deep POV? It's a GAME CHANGER for authors!
Frequently Asked Questions about NaNoWriMo
It's NaNoWriMo! 2021 is my third year of participating and since I've been asked by a number of people what’s it about, I’m going to write this post as an FAQ and share my experiences so far. So if you're curious, read on!
The Secret to Writing Books and Staying Focused
Writing a book is bloody hard. It begins easy enough: Thoughts flow like water and the words magically appear on the page. Until they don't...
The Secret to Writing Books and Staying Focused
Writing a book is bloody hard. It begins easy enough: Thoughts flow like water and the words magically appear on the page. Until they don't...
7 Apps All Indie Authors Need to Write a Novel
Here are the 7 Apps I believe all Indie Authors need to write a novel. It's time to get those thoughts from your head, on to the page!
7 Apps All Indie Authors Need to Write a Novel
Here are the 7 Apps I believe all Indie Authors need to write a novel. It's time to get those thoughts from your head, on to the page!
How To Write a Book Outline
It’s one thing to say, “I’m going to write a book” but once you have a book outline, that book then has the chance of not only being written, but a chance at being published.
Creating Complex and Believable Characters
Knowing who the characters are before I write is imperative. I need who they are before I can tell their story.
Being a Better Writer: Going Back to Basics
It's amazing what can come out of going back to basics. I have learned a lot over the years: Trust your instincts and listen. Oh, and edit. A lot.
The Power of a Writer’s Group
Unless there's a deadline, I let responsibility take over my life. A writing group changes that. I focus. I am kept accountable and I get shit done!