So You Want a Book Contract? by Wendy H. Jones
I am thrilled that bestselling author, Wendy H. Jones has taken time out of her busy day today to share her experiences of the world of...
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- Jan 28
- 2 min
The Flat Share by Beth O'Leary
I had read and enjoyed The Switch by Beth O'Leary so when I noticed another of her novels available, I decided to try this one too. The...
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authorvalpenny
- Jan 21
- 5 min
An Interview with Gary Kruse
It is a pleasure to have the opportunity to chat to my friend and fellow author Gary Kruse today. It is the anniversary of the...
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authorvalpenny
- Jan 7
- 8 min
Editing Guidelines by Ann Henry
My thanks today go to author and editor Ann Henry for her permission to include this most useful article on my blog. Ann Henry holds a BA...
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authorvalpenny
- Jan 4
- 3 min
The Lincoln Highway by Amor Towles
My daughter gave me The Lincoln Highway by Amor Towles for Christmas. She often gives me a selection of books that she has read during...
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authorvalpenny
- Dec 10, 2022
- 2 min
A Brother's Tragedy by Jenna Morrison
I was thrilled when bestselling American author Jenna Morrison sent me an early copy of her second novel, A Brother's Tragedy, in...
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authorvalpenny
- Dec 3, 2022
- 7 min
An Interview with Soulla Christodoulou
It is a pleasure to welcome my friend the bestselling author Soulla Christodoulou to the blogs today to chat all things writing and her...
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authorvalpenny
- Nov 23, 2022
- 2 min
Frenzy Island by Richard E.Rock
I really didn't read science fiction until I had the opportunity to read To Dream (Anatomy of a Humachine by Louis K. Lowy and realised...
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authorvalpenny
- Nov 12, 2022
- 3 min
Jamais Le Samedi by Sue Barnard
It is a joy to welcome Sue Barnard to the blog today. She is a bestselling author and talented editor who I first met when she was...
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authorvalpenny
- Nov 9, 2022
- 6 min
Looking Back at The Writers’ Summer School at Swanwick 2022 by Allison Symes
I’m thrilled to share Looking Back at Swanwick 2022 this week. This post was a sheer joy to write. It shares a little of what it is like...
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authorvalpenny
- Oct 26, 2022
- 2 min
Drafting a Novel before Submission
Writing a novel is a marathon, not a sprint. I was once advised by author, Allison Symes, "You better like your first book because you'll...
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authorvalpenny
- Oct 22, 2022
- 2 min
The Third Daughter by Fiona Forsyth
I had not read anything by Fiona Forsyth, but The Third Daughter was recommended to me by a friend, so I decided to see what I was...
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authorvalpenny
- Oct 12, 2022
- 2 min
The Guilty One by Lisa Ballantine
The most recent read for my village book group was The Guilty One by Lisa Ballantine. I had never read anything by this author before,...
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authorvalpenny
- Oct 8, 2022
- 2 min
More Helpful Writing Tips for Fiction Writers
Great fiction writing takes dedication and hard work, but there are methods to make the whole process easier. It is always worth the time...
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authorvalpenny
- Oct 1, 2022
- 2 min
Who Cut Up The Moon by Lynne Hallett
I recently bought Who Cut Up The Moon written by Lynne Hallett and illustrated by Roz Wolseley-Charles. The book was a gift for my...
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authorvalpenny
- Sep 24, 2022
- 2 min
Second Chance by Jane Green
I don't often read women's fiction, but I was recently attracted by the cover and title of Jane Green's book, Second Chance. The Blurb...
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authorvalpenny
- Sep 21, 2022
- 2 min
In The Dark by Mark Billingham
I have always enjoyed detective novels, mysteries and crime thrillers. Mark Billingham is an English crime novelist and stand up...
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authorvalpenny
- Sep 17, 2022
- 5 min
How To Turn Your Novel Into A TV Series by Tim Hawken
I know that for many authors having their work translated from book to film or TV is a dream. Here is Tim Hawken's step by step guide to...
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authorvalpenny
- Sep 10, 2022
- 2 min
Why You Should Complete Your Manuscript before Submission
It may seem like a basic instruction, but before you seek any kind of representation or publication, make sure the first draft of your...
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authorvalpenny
- Sep 3, 2022
- 3 min
There is no Going Home by Madalyn Morgan
I had heard a lot of good things about the novels by Madalyn Morgan and recently I had the opportunity to purchase one. I chose There is...
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