by kev_partner | 6th May 2021 | A Writer's Life
Okay, I confess, I was going to name a Russian character Vlad. I don't know about you, but giving side-characters plausible names is a bit of a mission. But the wonderful folk at Reedsy have made it just a little easier with their Character Name Generator page. On...
by kev_partner | 30th Apr 2021 | A Writer's Life
Wish I'd Known Then is one of my absolute favourite podcasts for writers. In this episode, Sara Rosett and Jami Albright interview the inspirational Nana Malone on her author life and her experiences as an author of colour.Heartily recommended for a joyful, funny...
by kev_partner | 29th Apr 2021 | A Writer's Life
Sometimes writing flows freely, and sometimes it’s like a clogged up stream, and all you can do is to keep trudging on in your wellies. Yet, after over 40 novels, I’ve noticed that I almost never get stuck on dialogue. And that dialogue is what I enjoy...
by kev_partner | 28th Apr 2021 | A Writer's Life
I was in a funk yesterday. I'd been writing some pretty exciting action, but my current point of view character had just been knocked unconscious. And, to be honest, I was getting a bit fed up of her company.So, I had to think about what to do next. Did I begin...
by kev_partner | 25th Feb 2021 | Short Stories
