Category: On writing
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Is it a good time to be an Australian author?
The University of Macquarie located in Sydney recently published its research findings on Australian authors. I don’t know about you, but I’ve always enjoyed some good statistics. Blame my marketing background. I even got so excited I created a graph! (see below). Seriously though, data is power and having some…
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Are flawed heroines allowed in romance?
Hell, yeah! Ahem. I mean, yes, of course. Less than perfect heroines are relatable and fascinating, and I would like to see more of them in romance books, please. At least that’s what I think. How about you?
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For the love of romance
It’s the time of year when you might be able to hear a quiet buzzing among Australian romance writers. If you follow any of those authors, you might see an odd post or two online. Something about a costume? Or a party dress? Very uncharacteristic behaviour for a computer bound author…
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In defence of editing
Authors tend to carry on about editing. How it’s painful, laborious and generally unpleasant. I’ve been known to complain occasionally. Look: Oh, that's right. Editing. That thing you have to do after the good bit. Sigh. #amediting #thiswriterslife #tryingnottoprocrastinate — Belinda Williams (@bwilliamsbooks) July 14, 2015 But it’s not all…
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