How to write convincing male characters in historical fiction

How to write convincing male characters in historical fiction

Last updated Sep 5, 2024 | Blog

Even taking into account titans like Bernard Cornwell, the vast majority of historical fiction authors are women. As are their readers. Now, you should be incredibly suspicious of anyone who claims to be an expert in masculinity. Chances are, they are trying to sell...
Five book marketing mistakes to avoid

Five book marketing mistakes to avoid

Last updated Sep 5, 2024 | Blog

Marketing is not a dirty word. It is simply introducing people to your book. Nor does it require a six-figure budget and a legion of Mad Men type executives. Anything you do to tell people about your book is marketing. However, whoever said “There’s no...
Top tips for writing gothic historical fiction

Top tips for writing gothic historical fiction

Last updated Sep 5, 2024 | Blog

Gothic writing has chilled and inspired countless authors, and there is no reason why you can’t add a touch of the dark and brooding to your own historical fiction.  However, writing gothic historical fiction is more than just slamming a big button saying ‘Tim Burton’...
Five compelling ways to end a chapter

Five compelling ways to end a chapter

Last updated Sep 5, 2024 | Blog

The phrase “page-turner” is synonymous with our idea of a good book. Go onto any bestseller’s Amazon reviews and I am willing to bet a fair few say, “I couldn’t put it down!”. Think of all the really good books you’ve read to which you found yourself saying “just one...
Sweet dreams – how to write dream sequences

Sweet dreams – how to write dream sequences

Last updated Sep 5, 2024 | Blog

Along with flashbacks, dream sequences are one of the most controversial writing techniques out there. Done well, they can add an extra layer of depth to your writing and provide amazing insight into your character’s motivations and fears. Done badly, they can...