I have actually lost count of the number of edits I’ve done for my novel, Like Pigs. How ever many it’s been, I can now add another digit to the tally. Every edit I undertake has a general purpose in mind; often they’re developmental, and other times it’s just a case of line editing aContinue reading “I’ve finished Like Pigs! (again)”
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Writing Update 20/06/23
I’m finally back into the swing of writing and editing! It felt like I’d never get back into my groove, but somehow I managed it. After penning a few poems, writing some Medium posts, and scribbling in my journal, the reflex of writing returned with full force. It goes to show that if you’re determinedContinue reading “Writing Update 20/06/23”
Want to read my novel for free?
The Black Rook is set for general release on the 1st of January 2023. In only a few weeks, the dark fantasy world of Entros will be unveiled. I do, however, have a limited number of advanced reader copies which are available for free here: https://arcreviewers.com/shop/fantasy/high-fantasy/the-black-rook/ All that I ask is you leave me aContinue reading “Want to read my novel for free?”
I’ve almost finished the second draft of my novel
The time’s gone really quickly, but I’ve been working on my third novel, Human Zoo, for about two months. My original goal, when I found out I was moving to Canada, was to write multiple novels by the end of 2022. As with all creative plans of mine, the reality has transpired to be muchContinue reading “I’ve almost finished the second draft of my novel”
How to Plot a Novel
How does one plot a novel? I am by no means an expert. But I do have a few thoughts I would like to share. Firstly, I would like to state that this is not one of those guides that outlines the exact process. There are plenty of writers out there that have written aboutContinue reading “How to Plot a Novel”
Writing Update – August was a productive month
Throughout August my focus centred on completing the first draft of my third novel, Human Zoo. I did so in a bit of a hurry. I sped through those last few chapters. I was determined to get the draft done and dusted, so I could move onto the editing stage as quickly as possible. DespiteContinue reading “Writing Update – August was a productive month”
August Reads – a roundup of the fiction I’ve read this month
This month, I’ve been catching up on a lot of much needed reading time, picking up a novel that I’ve wanted to read for years, and a few random finds from the local book store. I’ve always found maintaining a regular reading habit to be something of a struggle. But the last couple of monthsContinue reading “August Reads – a roundup of the fiction I’ve read this month”
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