So, the second possible cover concept for tEXt me is here. I really like the use of the photo of the phone, as it brings a reality to the image for me, and the use of the graphics on the screen really reflect some of …
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Side Benefits of Working with a Book Jacket Designer
I promised to post through the various stages of creating my next book, so here is the first in a series about designing and creating the book cover. If you check back there will be several posts over the next 2 weeks, “as it happens”, …
Read MoreReviews
Oh wow, I’m so pleased to report two lovely sites have reviewed my novels. As an indie author it is so difficult to get your work reviewed, as there is so much competition, and bloggers and reviewers are overwhelmed with submissions, but it just lifts …
Read MorePhilosophy of Agency
There’s an ongoing debate in Twitterland and Writerland (they share a sea border) about the necessity or value of an agent. For me, the answer is a no-brainer, if they’re a good agent then hell, yes. From all I read and know, they seem to …
Read MoreWriting Process – 11
So things still move on apace. First draft of new novel now complete (about 63k words), and the title has evolved into ‘tEXt me’, possibly with the subtitle ‘with a Nokia 3310’, but possibly not. I’ll decide soon and can start work with a designer …
Read MoreEmojis and Eggplants
In my new book, which is going to be available as an e-book and as a paperback, I have a challenge. There are a lot of text messages in the book, and a key plotpoint is the use of the rather rude emoji 🍆. My …
Read MoreSocial Media – My author journey
There are so many websites and blogs for aspiring writers, and that is great, but meant I was reading dozens of conflicting opinions when the true answer to “How do you use Social media effectively as a new writer” is “It depends”. Part of the …
Read MoreThe Raven Sound – Cover
During December and January I wandered around all of the locations in my new novel, and took dozens or photographs which I thought might make a useful image for the cover. As I type I’m still deciding which was the best fit, but I found …
Read MoreWriting 9 – Titles
Honey I’m home! Did you miss me? Okay, I’ll just pretend you said yes and noticed I wasn’t here. I’ve been looking at different things, short stories mainly, tinkering and editing so I can come back to the main book fresh. Main thinking today is …
Read MoreWriting 8
Wow, a lot has happened in the World of my novel! I’ve passed 42k words, lots of plot strands have fixed themselves, the entire story is mapped out, much wine, a couple of awkward sex scenes, Di and Alex now play a role and so …
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