This post was originally published at Novelicious.com and is now at WritingTipsOasis.com. WritingTipsOasis.com acquired Novelicious.com in June 2022. I have two books that changed my life. I’m greedy like that but they both worked together in a strange and unplanned way, as these things often happen, in helping change the course of my life. The first is Khaled Hosseini A … [Read more...] about The Book That Changed My Life: Katy Colins Picks Books by Khaled Hosseini and Lindsey Kelk
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Review – The Last Summer at Chelsea Beach by Pam Jenoff
This post was originally published at Novelicious.com and is now at WritingTipsOasis.com. WritingTipsOasis.com acquired Novelicious.com in June 2022. Adelia Monteforte is just sixteen when she flees Italy as war rages in Europe, travelling alone to America to stay with her aunt and uncle. Adelia – or Addie as she becomes known as – struggles to fit in until she meets the … [Read more...] about Review – The Last Summer at Chelsea Beach by Pam Jenoff
5 Clichés That Appear in Novels of Any Genre
Clichés began as new, brilliant ideas, phrases, and plot twists. A lot of writers liked the idea so much that they either unconsciously (or, in some cases, consciously) used them in their stories. Their number grew so large that what was considered new and incredible less than ten years ago is a cliché today. However, we’re not going to dwell on the makings of clichés. We will … [Read more...] about 5 Clichés That Appear in Novels of Any Genre
5 Ways Authors Can Stand Out From the Rest
Customers whether they are consumers or businesses are bombarded with constant messages from organizations trying to sell them things. And there is continuously a need for businesses to create brands in order to make a mark on the world, and ensure their products and services remain visible and accessible to customers, new and old. There is no contradiction in the world of … [Read more...] about 5 Ways Authors Can Stand Out From the Rest
Win! An Afternoon Tea Hamper for Two with Cathy Bramley and Delimann Devon!
This post was originally published at Novelicious.com and is now at WritingTipsOasis.com. WritingTipsOasis.com acquired Novelicious.com in June 2022. “As comforting as hot tea and toast made on the Aga!” says Veronica Henry. “As sweet and delicious as scones,” agrees fellow author Michelle Gorman. People are always likening reading Cathy Bramley novels to eating delicious … [Read more...] about Win! An Afternoon Tea Hamper for Two with Cathy Bramley and Delimann Devon!