The writer’s life – Page 6 – Jericho Writers Townhouse

The Book of Tom – or how to see a halo

As you all know, I have about a million kids. (Don’t ask me for an exact number; I haven’t counted recently.) The older boy, Tom,…

Harry 6 May 2022

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Authority, platform – and wit

I don’t always talk enough about non-fiction, which is daft in a way, because plenty of you write it and I’ve always enjoyed doing so…

Harry 29 April 2022

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Writing when life gets busy | Emma Cooper takeover

Today, we’ve brought in the delightful Emma Cooper to share some tips with you. An author of acclaimed book club fiction novels, as well as…

Esther 26 April 2022

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What books? How many? How bossy? How greedy?

Earlier this week, I did a members’ webinar on Trad Publishing vs Self-Publishing, and how to choose your route. I can’t recap the whole of…

Harry 22 April 2022

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Conversations with fists

Folks, I’ve had covid all week and today is my birthday. So I reckon I’m justified in giving y’all / youse a slightly cheaty email…

Harry 8 April 2022

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Author Branding the Cringe-Free Way | Anna Caig Takeover

You might have found yourself shrinking away from this topic. Maybe you’re already skimming, wondering if there’s really anything for you here. Yet, author marketing…

Esther 5 April 2022

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Ooh, Your Grace

The missus and I have slightly random TV habits and don’t generally just sit down to watch whatever the show-of-the-moment is. But I will say…

Harry 1 April 2022

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Taking Care of the Talent

Jericho Writers Member Takeover How are you taking care of yourself? It’s hard to force creativity, so it’s important to create an environment where you…

Esther 29 March 2022

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Taking Care of the Talent

Jericho Writers Member Takeover How are you taking care of yourself? It’s hard to force creativity, so it’s important to create an environment where you…

Esther 29 March 2022

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The ballad of Molly McGhee

I’ve complained often enough in these emails about the shabby treatment experienced by too many writers at the hands of agents and publishers. And I’m…

Harry 25 March 2022

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