I am very fortunate in that from July 2014, I have been able to write full-time. Before that I had the excuse of having to get my proper work out of the way before I could immerse myself in my new novel. Now, of course, I have to find new ways to procrastinate – actually that’s not too hard! My plan is to write two and a bit books a year. So far the ‘bit’ has been editing … [Read more...] about My Writing Process by Cathy Bramley
Writing a Novel
My Writing Room by Michele Gorman
I was super-excited when Novelicious asked me to chat about my writing room because I’ve just had builders in for a month to turn our dark, cold, cramped loft into a tiny yet perfectly-formed creative space! I’ve written my last nine books at the dining table or on the sofa… or in bed (which may not be the most conducive to writing but is excellent for napping). I have tried … [Read more...] about My Writing Room by Michele Gorman
Emma Hannigan’s Top 5 Writing Tips
Emma Hannigan started writing for catharsis while she was being treated for cancer. Since then she has had numerous bestselling novels with her latest, The Heart of Winter, out now. 1. ‘Be yourself, everyone else is already taken.’ Oscar Wilde was wise when he said this. Use your own voice, as that’s what makes you unique. 2. Work hard. Nobody else can write your book for you. … [Read more...] about Emma Hannigan’s Top 5 Writing Tips
My Writing Room by Haley Hill
My writing space is like my head. Cluttered, disorganised, and overflowing with random stuff. The extra-large iMac is the central feature: an extravagant gift from my husband when he was sick of me whining/ranting/crying down the phone after my laptop had crashed again and lost all my work. I never back up. Why? Because I’m always too busy doing other stuff. Besides, I’m a … [Read more...] about My Writing Room by Haley Hill
Haley Hill’s Top 5 Writing Tips
1. Set yourself a daily (or weekly) word count and stick to it. Don’t go back and re-read or edit, just write. Get the first draft out and then go back and look through it. Otherwise the inner critic will never let you finish. 2. Read. The best way to learn how to write well, is to read. However, be cautious – bad habits are easier to pick up than good. Don’t just read novels … [Read more...] about Haley Hill’s Top 5 Writing Tips