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How To Rid Thyself of Writer’s Block

I didn't want to write. In fact, the mere thought of writing caused my brain to become violent in its objections. An iron wall was slammed across the realm of creativity, and I stared at it, perplexed. As I clearly am now an expert on the matter *cough* I thought I'd better share my discoveries… Continue reading How To Rid Thyself of Writer’s Block

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Beautiful Books – Destiny, Rewrites and Rotten Apples

I've decided to join the Beautiful Books link up, hosted by Cait and Skye. 1. How did you come up with the idea for your novel, and how long have you had the idea? Oh it was yonks ago. My youngest brother wanted a book written for him, about a man snatching bloody vengeance. I… Continue reading Beautiful Books – Destiny, Rewrites and Rotten Apples

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How To Write Five Thousand Words In One Evening

... though of course you can write five thousand words at any time of day that you so choose. Obviously. Find a Comfortable Seat This is important. I used my large soft toy as a back-rest. (Soft toys are very good as back-rests - an important fact.) If it's cold, wrap a blanket around your… Continue reading How To Write Five Thousand Words In One Evening

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Recountings: … and then there’s the bit I can’t read

*** Ahoy! Spoilers Ahead *** I like this book, I really do. However, there is a scene in it that I can't make myself read. It is neither gross nor gory (c'mon, I won the prize for most gore in a story when I was a wee wittle girl), nor against my principles (there's no… Continue reading Recountings: … and then there’s the bit I can’t read