Transitions are the parts of your novel in which you jump from one scene to another. This usually means moving time, place, or POV, and they can be jarring or confusing if not handled well. Working out how to create effective and concise transitions is essential for maintaining the pace and flow of your book. For example, if a scene ends with a character in their home and the … [Read more...] about Write Your Novel – Handling Transitions
Archives for July 2013
Review – He’s The One by Katie Price
Reviewed by Victoria Sutton I must confess that the book snob in me was quite horrified to receive a copy of He’s The One by Katie Price to review. It’s not that I have anything against Katie Price in particular but I do find it frustrating to see people get published apparently because of who they are rather than what they write. However, I do know that Katie Price is a very … [Read more...] about Review – He’s The One by Katie Price
Friday Book Giveaway! Three Copies of Love is a Thief by Claire Garber
You could win one of three copies of Love is a Thief by Claire Garber in this week's competition. Join the quest to take back what love stole!Kate Winters is an ordinary girl, with a not-so-ordinary mission: take back what love stole!Kate Winters might just be that girl. You know the one. The girl who, for no particular reason, doesn't get the guy, doesn't … [Read more...] about Friday Book Giveaway! Three Copies of Love is a Thief by Claire Garber
Review – Glaciers by Alexis M Smith
Reviewed by Cressida McLaughlin Glaciers follows one day of Isabel’s life as she goes to work, buys a dress for a party, and is forced to confront the way she feels about co-worker Spoke. But Glaciers is so much more than just it’s plot. Everything about it is beautiful, from the pocket size of the book itself, to the simple, tactile cover and, most importantly, the words … [Read more...] about Review – Glaciers by Alexis M Smith
My Writing Room by Isabelle Grey
I fell in love with my flat the moment I first saw the big, light, open living room where I now work. That was ten years ago, and, with my daughter then about to start university, I knew I’d have the place to myself for much of the time. It was a luxury, after years of earning my living in a corner of the spare bedroom, to feel I could put my desk wherever I wanted, to spend my … [Read more...] about My Writing Room by Isabelle Grey