by Andy | 29th Aug 2015 | Writing
Here we continue the short series of blog posts that endeavour to share how I write. It’s not meant to be a classroom affair, nor is it ultra analytical; it’s meant to be a little informative and perhaps a bit of fun. Each heading is a ‘fuzzy’...
by Andy | 12th Aug 2015 | Writing
So how do I do it? We’re talking here about writing, so all you smutty heads will be disappointed. First of all, let’s start by injecting a little sobering and thought-provoking pep talk. This is a short series of blog posts on how I go about my business of writing. I...
by Andy | 1st Aug 2015 | Sword of Damocles, Writing
Nervous? Why? Writing a book is an intensely private affair. When I’ve finished writing one, along with the euphoria I feel at completing such a mammoth task (and be under no illusion – it is a mammoth task), I feel deflated – the same way you might after watching a...
by Andy | 6th Jul 2015 | Writing
Ever done something and then wondered later if it was the right thing to do? Yeah, me too. I’ve published quite a few books, but this is the first time I’ve ever gone the ARC (Advanced Reader Copy) and pre-order route. I usually hit the big green...
by Andy | 14th Jun 2015 | Sword of Damocles, Writing
You’ll remember that I installed in my life a writing regime that was fair to the other important aspects of my life? No? Well, I gave up one evening, one morning and one full day to my writing. Have I stuck to it? Erm, well no, not really. Of late I have plundered...
by Andy | 20th Apr 2015 | Writing
You know how important it is to fully describe every aspect of your character, don’t you? No? Well let me enlighten you. Don’t do it. I can hear you shrieking right now, “What are you talking about, of course I should describe my character!” Rubbish. Unless your lead...
