Hello my Freaky Darlings, I was recently informed that using Pretoria in the blurb for Fury was a mistake since most of my American readers have no idea where or what Pretoria is. Is it something they can eat? Since most of my stories and books are set here, in Pretoria, I think it's time … Continue reading May I introduce you to Pretoria
Fiction
To series or not to series
Hello my Freaky Darlings, Up until now all my books have been stand-alone; something which some authors have felt was a mistake. Apparently these days it’s widely believed that you’ll only make it as an author if you write a series. I, on the other hand, have always bulked at the idea, because I tend … Continue reading To series or not to series
Fury: The blurb
Hello my Freaky Darlings, As some of you know I've been hard at work on the new novel which is due out early next year. I've been pretty quiet about what it's about. Well ... I'm breaking the silence today by letting you read the blurb for the back cover. I hope it piques your … Continue reading Fury: The blurb
Marketing and Publicity
Hello my Freaky Darlings, Last week we chatted about Getting Published, today we'll be discussing Marketing and Publicity. 'Never respond to a bad review in public. You only make yourself look an idiot and people think you’re unprofessional. If you don’t like the review – suck it up. The reviewer is entitled to their opinion … Continue reading Marketing and Publicity
Joan De La Haye 