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A belated writing progress update – eight months later

Hi gang, On this blog I used to do writing progress updates, and enough has been happening recently that I thought it was about time to dust off the old blog and give you an update. This series is specifically about a speculative, un-contracted manuscript I’m writing under the codename #ghosthouse. You can read partsContinue reading “A belated writing progress update – eight months later”

New video: Writing Retreat with Alice Oseman

New weekly blog is up! This week it’s guest-starring Alice Oseman burrito-ing herself in a blanket, dog ball catching talent and my driving (because I gotta show off my hard earned skills somehow 💪). The pink font here was 100% inspired by Sofia Coppola, because we went to see The Beguiled and it was EXCELLENT.

New service – editorial critiques

I’m very excited to announce a project I’ve been working on for a while now – I’m going to be offering editorial services. I’ve been doing this for years for my friends and I really enjoy it and want to do more! If you have a story you’re working on, and would like some VERYContinue reading “New service – editorial critiques”

Free novella! 🎉🎉 – Can Clove & Ella raid a castle under siege?

So who would like to see more of Clove and Ella? What about Clove and Ella pulling off a heist? And revealing why Ella was really in Carlisle? THEN I’VE GOT SOME GOOD NEWS 4 U BUDDIES. As of right now, you can read a free novella by me on Amazon Kindle, or any otherContinue reading “Free novella! 🎉🎉 – Can Clove & Ella raid a castle under siege?”

A Week in the Life of an Author – Unboxing first book, New cover & Writing a new book!

If you’re looking for something to read…..

I’ve been playing with Goodreads features, and I’ve compiled lists of the top ten books I’ve read for each of the last five years. So here’s (quite a lot!) of book recommendations. 2019: 2018: 2017: 2016: 2015: 2014: 2013: 2012: 2011:

A beginner’s guide to space fashion

I’ve also been obsessed with assembling the best space-themed outfit I can, ready for my events about The Loneliest Girl in the Universe. Here’s what I’ve got so far: Necklace 1 | Necklace 2 | Brooch | Dress 1 | Dress 2 | Eyeliner | Shoes | Headband If you come across any other glorious space fashion, pleaseContinue reading “A beginner’s guide to space fashion”

Books read in June – Wilde like Me, Girlhood, The Pearl Thief, The Power

How to Avoid Writing Distractions

I’m in the middle of writing a first draft, and to say I’m finding it difficult is an understatement. One of the main reasons is that I find it so hard to actually sit down and write. Here are some tips I’ve learnt for making writing easier, even if you’re not feeling in the rightContinue reading “How to Avoid Writing Distractions”

The best writing email newsletters

I’m really into email newsletters at the minute. I love that they’re a great way to take a break from writing, and get a social media fix, without getting sucked into mindless scrolling. They always contain lots of interesting links to things that get me thinking. As I’ve become a bit of a connoisseur ofContinue reading “The best writing email newsletters”