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Merry Christmas to all my fellow bloggers!

They say a writer’s life is lonely, but I have to disagree. The blog-o-sphere provides such a supportive environment, and I challenge any new writer to embrace it and see … Continue reading →

Book Review: Memories Stirred by Colin Mobey

This is Colin Mobey’s first book and is available for preorder before its release on Monday 8th December. The action is fast-paced and gritty with a humorous edge, following the … Continue reading →

Wakey Wakey: Beta reading benefits all involved

Have any of you beta-read a novel? I’m not talking about being a grammar-Grinch or acting as an editor, just a reader and fan of the particular genre of book. … Continue reading →

Oh dear, my book’s still cliché-tastic!

Yesterday, I summarised the rethinking I’ve been doing for my current book. The re-work is still not complete, but the extra effort will pay great dividends in a vastly improved … Continue reading →

Wakey Wakey – I’m in no danger of finishing this book!

Earlier this year, I reworked the characters and plot for my current book. The key change was to ensure my heroine was no longer wetter than an otter’s pocket. Thus, … Continue reading →

Indie Author Tips & Tricks: What is the perfect length of short story?

In the good old days, I believe we just had novels and short stories. In the modern era of publishing eBooks at the press of a button, economies of scale … Continue reading →

Science Fact or Science Fiction: Father of big bang carries its hiss on his cellphone

    For various reasons, not least of which is because they are spoilt, we have the dogs sleeping in our bedroom. Not on the bed mind, as they are … Continue reading →

The Telepath Chronicles – A New Short Story Anthology

It’s not a surprise short stories are back in fashion when you think how hectic life is today. They’re the perfect way of keeping up with the reading habit, and … Continue reading →

Wakey Wakey: A short story anthology not to be missed!

I was lucky enough to be given a sneaky advanced copy of a short story anthology the other week, which I’ve just finished. It was fantastic! You know me, I’m … Continue reading →

Chronovisor available on Kindle Countdown Deal

Many of my blog followers know I love all things science-fiction, but perhaps not that it’s time-travel stories I enjoy most. I blame my sci-fi habit on my parents’ collection … Continue reading →