Checklist for a novel #2
A few days ago, I shared a post titled ‘Checklist for a Novel #1’ which was a look at the current manuscript and a focus on what’s working from the
September 1, 2026
A few days ago, I shared a post titled ‘Checklist for a Novel #1’ which was a look at the current manuscript and a focus on what’s working from the
I’m delighted to have Indu Sundaresan on the blog today talking about her writing journey. For those who aren’t familiar with Indu’s novels, two come to mind that will totally
Lies Told In Silence was my second novel – a story with connecting characters from Unravelled – novel #1. Later, I wrote Paris In Ruins which imagined the early lives
A few days ago, David Cairns, author of The Case of the Hydegild Sacrifice, posted some great advice on the topic of historical mysteries. Here’s a round up of other
Over the years, A Writer of History has accumulated many posts on the craft of writing. With more than 2000 posts on the blog, I thought I would present 10
A few days ago, I wrote about my writing journey from 2006 to 2017. Today’s post completes the look back from 2018 to 2025. One thing that became clear as
Just the other day I realized that I’ve began my writing journey almost 20 years ago in 2006 when the concept for what became Unravelled first took shape. That realization
I’m outlining a new novel which is always an exciting task. Over time, I’ve changed how I outline adapting techniques from various sources and gaining confidence as I went along.
The other day, a Facebook post asked writers to name an author who had inspired them the most. To me, that was the wrong question. Just like asking someone ‘what
Whenever I reread one of my novels – typically for editing purposes – I alternate between delight and dismay. Delight – well done, Mary! Dismay – come on, Mary, you
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