What’s in a name? Character names and why they matter

What’s in a name? Character names and why they matter

Last updated Apr 26, 2023 | Exclusive

Choosing the right names for your characters is crucial, not least when writing historical fiction. A character’s name, whether it be short and simple, or flamboyantly hyphenated, can convey a surprisingly large amount of information, and requires as much careful...
Top tips for writing a dual or multiple timeline novel

Top tips for writing a dual or multiple timeline novel

Last updated May 24, 2023 | Exclusive

What are dual or multiple timeline novels?  Essentially, these are novels which contain two or more separate storylines that alternate, eventually converging in some way by the end. In dual timeline historical novels, past events are woven with contemporary events,...
Is your story idea viable? 7 tips to help you decide

Is your story idea viable? 7 tips to help you decide

Last updated Apr 26, 2023 | Exclusive

Inspiration for a novel can come from anywhere, and it’s always exciting when an idea strikes. But how do you know if an idea is viable? What does viable even mean? Essentially, an idea is viable if it’s strong enough to carry a whole novel, from the first page to the...