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Insanity or God complex: why writers write

Why do you write? I regularly ask myself this question! For those that have completed the arduous journey of completing a novel, you’ll know it’s not for the faint hearted. It can be addictive,...

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Fact: women are more successful self-published authors

As featured on Carnival of the Indies, Issue #29 Feb 13 According to the recent Taleist survey of self-published writers, women authors are more successful than men. Does this fact surprise you? It...

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When your characters won’t behave themselves

They did what?! Non-writers don’t seem to understand the associated joy and frustration attached to character development when penning a novel. They tend to look at you funny when you’re explaining how...

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Self-publishing is a business: discuss

Hands up who would like to go into business for themselves? Self-publishing means you are the boss If your hand remained steadfastly fixed to your side, then perhaps you should reconsider whether...

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Trust your reader enough to hand them the paintbrush

Early in my writing journey I was given two pieces of invaluable advice, which might sound obvious to most: utilise all five of the human senses when writing descriptive prose, and less is more. Sounds...

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How to make a self-published author’s day

This week’s post seemed kind of fitting given I have just officially launched my debut novel, Radiant, here. Celebrate! Oh, wait. No one knows about my book yet. SIGH. Exhausted? Just a little. I’m...

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Free writing: it feels good to be free

Free writing will change your life…or maybe not. “You want me to just sit and write? Alright…” This was my inward response during a writing course I attended last year when asked to sit and write for...

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It’s Discover Indie Authors Friday! Read on for giveaways and sneak peeks

Happy Friday! Looking for some great reads to kick off the weekend? Today I’m part of the ‘Discover Indie Authors’ blog hop where you’ll have the chance to uncover some great new indie authors, plus...

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It’s never too late for new beginnings

At its heart, Easter is a time for new beginnings. (Alright, and chocolate, I promise I won’t forget the chocolate). Maybe I’m a little late with my New Year’s resolutions but this time of year has...

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Why your characters should challenge your readers

I’ll admit, this is a bold statement (and not something I made up just to get you to read my blog!) It’s also a message that you should keep in mind whatever genre or style of fiction you write. Why?...

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Introducing Indie Book Corner: a safe place to call out great reads

Hello. Glad you could stop by. Pull up a chair, or drag a cushion this way, and grab a cuppa before you sit down, because it’s time to talk about all things books. Indie Book Corner is a little place...

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Get set: why you can’t afford to ignore time and place in your writing

Writers can dedicate endless amounts of time and thought to both characters and plot when formulating the concept for a new novel. Not surprising really – unless you have a plot that keeps your readers...

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Book fail: sorry, I’m just not that into you

Book fail: not the reaction most writers are aiming for We’ve all been there. You take a risk on a new book or author and at some point the truth sinks in and you realise: I’m just not into this book....

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Learning to go with the flow

Through the course of writing my first full length novel, one of the most valuable lessons I’ve learnt when it comes to my writing is this: go with the flow. This doesn’t mean blathering on endlessly...

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Why you need to think like a man to write romance (well)

© Felixcasio | Dreamstime Stock Photos & Stock Free Images I’m not suggesting you need to be a man.  You just need to think like a man. Alright, bear with me. (And if you’re a man reading this,...

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Turn the other cheek to criticism: with the CritWrit writers’ check list

Take a moment to study the woman in this photograph. She’s on alert, on the defensive, training hard, determined, but wary. And the bandages – well, they might be for protection or they could actually...

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Why I love being Australian

He’s not as cute as you think… You may or may not have noticed that I’m Australian. Which is why I had to share. Rather than getting offended by stereotypes, most Aussies are happy to be stirred...

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Get back in your box! It’s time to talk ‘Genre’

In my other life, I’m a marketer. So when I first delved into the world of fiction writing, the concept of ‘genres’ immediately made sense to me. No, really, I get it. I’ve spent well over a decade of...

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Sydney Writers’ Festival: Monkeys and Typewriters

Weren’t able to make the Sydney Writer’s Festival? Not to worry, I braved the cold and rain (yes, it does rain from time to time in the harbour city) and was excited to see a a very talented array of...

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Writing women on the run

Interesting fact: there is more interest in books where women are in jeopardy. © Oddshots | Dreamstime Stock Photos & Stock Free Images Does this mean we’re still a long way from achieving equality...

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