I am lucky enough to be able to bring you some more thoughts on writing and authorial influence today, in the form of another guest post from author and marketing expert, Lillian Brummet. Here are some tips from her on ways that authors can make a difference when looking to publish and market their books, … Continue reading Guest Post: Authors Making a Difference – Lillian Brummet
Something a bit different today! An extract from How to Make Your Book Stand Out in a Crowd by Dave and Lillian Brummet. First, here is the book: Blurb: The book offers a realistic outlook on what a new author can expect and how to employ research and preparation to make a memorable first impression. … Continue reading EXCERPT: ‘More than one reason to write’ from How to Make Your Book Stand Out in a Crowd – Dave and Lillian Brummet
*Declaration of Interest – I am personal friends with the author in question. I received a no-obligation, free copy of this book. The decision to review and my opinions are my own.* Blurb: The world needs more stories, let's make yours one of them! ★★★★★ If you're a passionate writer with a love of stories, … Continue reading How To Write A Story – J.J. Barnes
*I received a free copy of this book with thanks to the author and Rachel Gilbey at Rachel’s Random Resources blog tours. The decision to review and my opinions are my own.* Blurb: Writing is like a spell. It can melt hearts and fry brains, twisting and turning as the magic works. Want the world to fall at your feet, … Continue reading Blog Tour: Wicked Writing Skills – Lexi Rees
I have a lovely treat for all of my writer-readers today! Iván Brave, author of The Summer Abroad and They Lived They Were At Brighton Beach has kindly dropped by to share a post with us about his top YouTube channels for writers. First, let's have a quick look at his latest book... Blurb: Amid … Continue reading Guest Post: Twelve YouTube Channels For Writers – Iván Brave, author of They Lived They Were At Brighton Beach
*I received a free ARC of this book with thanks to the author, NetGalley and Hodder & Stoughton. The decision to review and my opinions are my own.* Blurb: Yorkshire, 1845, and dark rumours are spreading across the moors. Everything indicates that Mrs Elizabeth Chester of Chester Grange has been brutally murdered in her … Continue reading The Vanished Bride – Bella Ellis
*I received a free ARC of this book, with thanks to the author, Tachyon Publications and NetGalley. The decision to review and my opinions are my own.* Blurb: Ivy and her sisters have a secret: their reclusive Great-Aunt is actually Adela Martin, inspired author of the fantasy classic, Ivory Apples. Generations of obsessive fans have searched for Adela, … Continue reading Ivory Apples – Lisa Goldstein
*I received a free copy of this book with thanks to the author. The decision to review and my opinions are my own.* Blurb: 'A Fantasy Writers' Handbook' provides detailed guidance on the pillars of storytelling as well as aspects of writing that rarely feature in other books, such as writing fight scenes and … Continue reading A Fantasy Writers’ Handbook – Richie Billing
*I received a free ARC of this novel, with thanks to Harper Collins UK and NetGalley. The decision to review and my opinions are my own.* Blurb: After years of struggling as a writer in 1990s New York City, James Smale finally gets his big break when his novel sells to an editor at a … Continue reading The Editor – Steven Rowley
*I received a free copy of this book, with thanks to the author. The decision to review and my opinions are my own.* Blurb: Angela keeps a roof over her head, albeit a leaking one, by writing romance novels. But, Angela’s never really believed in the traditional happily ever after ending. So, she … Continue reading Full of Grace – Elizabeth Crocket
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