Two years ago, I would’ve rather taken my chances before a firing squad than got up in front of an … Read More
They’re so smart (allegedly), they’re so charismatic (allegedly), but here are some of the reasons you might have a sucking … Read More
Like most writers, I have a ‘novel in a drawer’; an unpublished masterpiece (lol no) that I think about every … Read More
If your new year’s resolution for 2021 is to write a novel, then you’ve picked a great goal. Writing keeps … Read More
Ever been so annoyed by a book you’ve wanted to throw it across the room? Maybe it’s a character or … Read More
During one particular rewrite of Dead Ringer, I felt like I’d tied myself up in knots. My protagonist was breaking … Read More
You might assume this is a philosophical or motivational blog post, and I’m going to tell you there’s no such … Read More
Gillian Flynn’s Gone Girl defined and popularised the psychological suspense genre. These days, the crime fiction shelves are packed with … Read More
Dead Ringer started life as a third-person novel, until my agent suggested I make it first-person. This was a big … Read More
I’ve recently put in place a simple new motto and it’s amazing what a help it’s been, in terms of … Read More
‘Growth mindset’ might sound like one of those annoying buzzwords, but it describes an attitude shift that has helped me … Read More
In life, I’m a risk-averse person. I always weigh up my options and try to act prudently. In novels, I’ve … Read More
Whether you’re starting out in creative writing or looking to fine-tune your writing craft, there are a wealth of reference … Read More
“What’s it like to see your book in print?” is a question I’ve been asked a lot recently and the … Read More
One of my favourite pieces of feedback I’ve got on Dead Ringer is: “I stayed up past my bedtime reading … Read More
I recently read a prominent author’s top three writing tips and one of them was that old chestnut, “don’t use … Read More