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
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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
Celebrating in Style
Hello my Freaky Darlings, I'm a firm believer in celebrating the small victories and all the steps along the way in my writing career. When I finish a novel I pop open a bottle of Bubbles and get a pizza. When I finish a novella I pop open just a bottle of Bubbles, and when … Continue reading Celebrating in Style
