Cheers to Chapter 11: Two-Fifths of the Editing Done!
Big news from the editing studio today: I have just finished editing Chapter 11! 😁🥂 That satisfying click of “save” means I am now officially two-fifths of the way through this round of editing! 💻🎉 This milestone feels particularly significant because Chapters 10 and 11 put up a serious fight. Due to almost an entire […]
From Weak Link to Favourite: The Thrill of the Editorial Turnaround
There is no better feeling in writing than taking something that just wasn’t working and watching it transform into something brilliant. Today, I’m celebrating a huge victory: I have almost finished editing what was ONCE the weakest chapter in my novel! 💻🥂 This chapter had been a sticking point for ages. It felt clunky, the […]
What Editing a Novel Looks Like When You Have a Three-Year-Old
Want to know the reality of editing a crime novel while parenting a preschooler? The short answer is: chaos, interrupted by sudden moments of extreme cuteness. 😂💕 Editing a novel is hard work under the best circumstances; it requires intense focus to catch plot holes and polish prose. When you add a three-year-old into the […]
One-Third Down: Another Editing Round Conquered!
There’s a certain feeling of accomplishment that comes with hitting milestones, even in the sometimes-grueling world of writing and editing. As of this morning, I am thrilled to announce that I am one-third of the way through ANOTHER round of edits on my latest crime novel! 💻🥂 This particular manuscript has been quite the journey, […]
The Perfect Companion for a Young Adult Crime Novel
There’s something truly magical about a great notebook. It’s more than just a place to jot down thoughts; it’s a silent partner, a physical space where a whole new world starts to take shape. Today, I’ve been deep in the trenches of my Young Adult crime novel, and my trusty notebook has been right there […]
Reading as a Writer: Enhancing Your Writing Skills by Becoming a Better Reader
Becoming a published author is a dream that many aspiring writers share. However, the journey from being an aspiring writer to becoming a published author can be long and difficult, and it can be hard to know where to start. In this article, we will explore some tips and advice for new authors who are navigating the journey from aspiring writer to published author.
Being a New Author: Navigating the Journey from Aspiring Writer to Published Author
Becoming a published author is a dream that many aspiring writers share. However, the journey from being an aspiring writer to becoming a published author can be long and difficult, and it can be hard to know where to start. In this article, we will explore some tips and advice for new authors who are navigating the journey from aspiring writer to published author.