Names matter. Whether they are quirky and memorable, or simply a way of embodying the dullness of a character, it is important to get it right. Some authors like Ernest Hemingway, used simple names and didn’t feel that unusual or extraordinary names were the key to an … [Read more...] about Names matter: choosing the right name for your characters
Books
Author Interview – Jane Stevens and Belinda Dettmann
We sat down and had a chat to authors, Jane Stevens and Belinda Dettmann, about their book Agnes the Secret Princess: An Australian Story. We wanted to know a little bit more about what drove them to write this historical non-fiction tale and how it has impacted their … [Read more...] about Author Interview – Jane Stevens and Belinda Dettmann
The myths of getting published
There is a wonderful fantasy around ‘being published’. This includes the process of finding a publisher, the publishing experience itself and the finished product’s shelf life – as well as how it makes its way to the shelf. Being published, while incredibly exciting, isn’t always … [Read more...] about The myths of getting published