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Many writers prefer to narrate their story in the third person. This can be done either using an omniscient narrator or, more commonly in...

We are all told that we must not judge a book by its cover, yet I firmly believe we all do it, whether we are using the phrase...

I was honoured to be approached by the poet to review her new collection of poetry. I had not read anything by Olusola Sophia Anayanwu...

I will be quite honest, I bought The Switch by Beth O'Leary from Amazon because it xounded interesting and was on sale for £2.00. The...

We are beyond thrilled to welcome Val Penny To SpellBound! Val has an Llb degree from Edinburgh University and her MSc from Napier...

This is a very French book, both in subject and in the style of writing. That is why it is interesting that the book is so successful...

I am delighted to have American author, Jenna Morrison visit the blog today to discuss her new novel, A Brother's Truth. Jenna, thank you...

Badlands is the debut novel by English author Gary Kruse. I am delighted to have him discuss the themes of Badlands here. Thank you for...

Mark Haddon is a British novelist and poet, although his best known novel The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time was published...

Every author is keen to be published, but each wants to be treated fairly. You might want to try to get advice from other published...

This book is a great read. My older daughter had recommended it to me years ago when we were on holiday, but I never got around to...

I am delighted to have bestselling English author, Karen Moore, visit the blog today. Thank you for making the time to stop by, Karen....

I delighted that busy American author, Jessica Thompson has taken time to stop by and chat with me about her new book. Jessica, firstly,...

Whether you are submitting to an agent or a publisher, it is imperative that you follow their specific guidelines and requirements for...

The First Cut is free for the first time this Christmas weekend. I hope you enjoy it and to give you a little taster by way of an extract...

For those of you who want a taster of what to expect from DI Hunter Wilson's exploits in the case he examines in Hunter's Rules. Here is...

All editors advise their authors to show, not tell. What this means is that, instead of writing long paragraphs of explanation or...

Let me share another little glimpse into my new novel, Hunter's Rules. The novel forms book #6 in The Edinburgh Crime Mystery series....

My family has been moving between the U.S.A. and the U.K. for generations. It is always a bit of a lottery as to where you end up! As for...

I had never read any novels by C. J. Cooper but this book was on sale, it was a genre I enjoy and the title amused me, so it seemed to be...