As my writing career has developed, I've got into the habit of pausing halfway through each project and taking stock. As part of that process, I download what I've written to my Kindle and read it back as if I'd just bought it on Amazon - it's a different experience from reading … [Read more...]
An Invite to The Broadhall Social Club
Launched in 2019, The Broadhall Social Club is a Facebook group for the more dedicated readers of my books. As my readership grows, it's pretty hard to stay on top of social media so the idea was to have a smaller group where members can chat about Clement, Mungo, et al, plus … [Read more...]
How to Write a Novel Readers Want
Four years ago I earned a living as a web marketing consultant. Now, I earn a living as an author. Consequently, I receive regular emails from folks who'd love to build a career as an author and want to know my secret. There's no secret. Sorry. There was, however, a … [Read more...]
How Well Do You Know The ’86 Fix?
Fancy testing your knowledge of The '86 Fix? I've devised a short quiz which I'm confident is so tricky, no one will get 100% (unless you cheat). If you'd like to prove me wrong, click the START button in the box below. The correct answers will be revealed at the … [Read more...]
Reader Survey – The Results
Firstly, my sincere thanks to everyone who completed the latest survey - the information gathered is incredibly useful as I consider what to write in the future. If you're interested, here's a snapshot of the data... GENDER Female39% Male61% … [Read more...]
Reader Research – A Favour, Please
With 'Tuned Out' due for release in May, it's time to consider my next book. It would be really useful to understand what readers have enjoyed thus far, and what they might enjoy in the future. With that in mind, if you've got 30-seconds spare I'd really appreciate your feedback … [Read more...]
My Latest Radio Interview, With Roy Allaway
Bravely battling an acute case of man-flu, I recently visited the Radio Woking studios to join Roy Alloway for the launch of his new 'Happy Hour' show. During the show, we were joined by Blobbie Williams - the world's biggest Robbie Williams tribute act. I'm reliably informed … [Read more...]
Clement Audiobooks – An Update on the Situation
A number of people have contacted me to ask when Wrong'un will be released on audiobook. I'm now in a position to confirm the situation, and unfortunately the short-term news isn't positive. The rights to first audiobook, Who Sent Clement?, are owned by the publishing company … [Read more...]
Meeting Mungo Thunk, and What’s Next?
I should start this post with an apology. What started out as a fairly lightweight novel, which I intended to complete within four months and cap at ninety thousand words, ended up taking six months and landed at over a hundred and twenty thousand words. Nevertheless, the … [Read more...]
Wey Valley Radio Interview with Mel Montagnon
Despite having to leave home at the ungodly hour of 10.30am (well, ungodly for me), I spent last Sunday morning being interviewed by the lovely Mel Montagnon on Wey Valley Radio. The abridged interview, which is just over thirty minutes long, can be heard below. Because of rights … [Read more...]
