Hello my Freaky Darlings, I recently read a review of another author's latest book. The reviewer commented that the author had only written two books since 2008. This comment made me wonder if the reviewer had ever written a decent book and then tried to get it published by a reputable publishing company. I also … Continue reading It Takes Time
Author: Joan De La Haye
The Jeffrey Archer Challenge
Hello my Freaky Darlings, I was lucky enough to attend the launch of Jeffrey Archer's new book, Sins of the Father, at Skoobs in Monte Casino last night. I have to admit that I've never been a Jeffrey Archer fan, even though every member of my family declared me nutts for not jumping up and … Continue reading The Jeffrey Archer Challenge
Bloody Parchment update
Hello my Freaky Darlings, I have very exciting news! eKhaya, the digital imprint of Random House Struik, is delighted to announce the publication of Bloody Parchment: Inferna and other stories. Bloody Parchment is the literary component of the annual South African HorrorFest held in Cape Town, South Africa, each October. The Bloody Parchment short story … Continue reading Bloody Parchment update
Another review
Hello my Freaky Darlings, I always get a little nervous whenever I know a review is about to come out. I never know for sure whether or not the reviewer is going to like my book. I've been pretty lucky on the review front. Most reviewers have been mature enough to get what Shadows is … Continue reading Another review