Roz Morris's Blog, page 28
July 5, 2020
A flabbergasting thing...
A flabbergasting thing, unusual ices, teaching again, seeking thrillers, a body in our planter, a little horse https://mailchi.mp/115febc7880d/a-fla...
June 22, 2020
Where should your novel begin? Ep 37 FREE podcast for writers
What should go on your book’s opening pages? Is it true that you should begin with action? Should you introduce the characters first? Explain the world? Perhaps write a prologue? What kind of beginning might inadvertently mislead the reader? That’s what we’re discussing in today’s episode. Asking the questions is independent bookseller Peter Snell. Answering […]
June 14, 2020
How to write in the holidays and at other disrupted times – Ep 36 FREE podcast for writers
So, Peter asked, why begin this show with The Time Warp from Rocky Horror? Because we’re talking about how to keep writing over the holiday season and in times of disruption. He wasn’t convinced. By The Time Warp, I mean. I tried again. Remember the beginning of Rocky Horror? A couple arrives at a house. […]
June 10, 2020
How to get followers for your blog – Ep35 FREE podcast
You start a blog about your writing, or maybe about the books you read… but who will read it? How can you spread the word? How often should you post? That’s what we’re talking about in today’s episode. A caveat – this show was recorded in 2015 so some of the platforms may work slightly […]
June 7, 2020
After the red pen – a pain-free way to tackle beta reader comments
Last month I was preparing for beta reader comments on the manuscript of my third novel, Ever Rest. I’ve now received them, so I thought it might be useful to write a follow-up post for how I tackle them. I was very lucky – and relieved – that the verdict was overwhelmingly positive. The book […]
June 5, 2020
What is writing talent? A bookseller and author-publisher discuss. Ep 34 FREE podcast for writers
What do we mean when we talk about writing talent? What are the magic touches in a piece of prose – or a whole book – that might make us describe a writer as talented? Do we mean the qualities that can’t be taught? And if so, what are they and why do they seem […]
June 2, 2020
What is a holiday read? A bookseller and an author-publisher discuss. Ep 33 FREE podcast for writers
First, you must not skip the opening song. It’s one of my favourites. Dreamy. Romantic. Vintage. Nostalgic. These are also some of the qualities of a perfect holiday read, when you step off the everyday and look for something transforming. Even transporting. Or do you? That’s what we’re discussing in today’s episode. What makes a […]
June 1, 2020
Carpe diem, a FREE book, a book to WIN, a game for wanderers
My newsletter! Things to do, things to win, things to celebrate. https://mailchi.mp/1bfcee58f5c7/carpe...
May 29, 2020
The book or the film? How storytelling differs in prose and live action. Ep 32 FREE podcast for writers
We recorded this episode as the TV-watching world was getting ready for the adaptation of Jonathan Strange and Mr Norrell, from the novel by Susanna Clarke. Straight away, Peter and I were in dispute. Is it ‘NorRELL’ or ‘NORRell’? Nobody has to decide until it’s said out loud. And that’s one of the key things […]
May 26, 2020
Devils for detail – dictionaries, grammar and editing considerations for authors. Ep 31 FREE podcast for writers
This is the pedantry episode! There’s a large part of the bookmaking process that’s about detail. The writer has to pay close attention to factual details or the plot might not work. There are also the details of grammar and spelling. But there isn’t just one correct way, there are subtle variations according to which […]
