Reading Time: 19 minutesI’ve been asked so many times recently if I plan to release audiobooks of my cosy Scottish contemporary fantasy series. And if not now, when? It’s a question that warms my heart because it shows how much my readers enjoy my stories and want to experience them in new ways. Audiobooks are a wonderful format—they’re […]
Why don’t I sell direct?
Reading Time: 13 minutesThis post was inspired by several readers who’ve said things like, “Do you plan to open a web store where we can buy your books? I want all your books. I’d rather pay you the full amount. I like my authors to make money. Let me know how I can do that, please.” TL;DR No, […]
Looking for Gretna Green updates?
Reading Time: 2 minutesIf you’re looking for an update from me or one about the next book in the Gretna Green Midlife Recorder series, you can find them in several places. It all depends on your preference:I update the page HERE twice a month. Every month I’m working, once a month when I’m not. It will tell you […]
Heilan Coos, Mabon and Red Celts
Reading Time: 4 minutesKnown as Highland Cows to the sane non-Celtic parts of the world, the coos are having all kinds of fun in the next few books. So I thought we’d do an introduction for anyone who isn’t familiar with them. The famous Highland Coos of the Red Celt realm make an appearance in the next three […]
Pre-order for Seeing Red in Gretna Green
Reading Time: 3 minutesSeeing Red Pre-order is available. The official pre-order date is 9th November but actually I’m aiming for 30th October 2023. If you’re wondering why … Because Amazon has some very strict rules about pre-orders. You can bring them forward (earlier) any time you like with absolutely no hassle. BUT try to change the date to […]
Alpha Reader, Beta Reader, ARC Reader or Proof Reader? What’s the Difference?
Reading Time: 8 minutesAlpha readers? Beta readers? Proof readers? Many people are confused about the differences between the different types of advance readers who help an author to ensure their book is in the best possible shape before publication. I certainly was before I started writing fiction. But it’s actually pretty straightforward. I can only speak for myself, […]