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How to edit your book – top tips!

November 26, 2020 by ronahalsall

Editing stages

I get a lot of question about editing, so I thought I'd write a post on how to edit your book - top tips! When I was writing my first book, I didn't really consider the editing process at all. I thought you wrote your book, went through to check … [Continue reading] about How to edit your book – top tips!

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How to start writing a novel

October 9, 2020 by ronahalsall

Notepad, pen and coffee - the tools I needed to write my book!

I speak to many people who are itching to write but have no idea how to start writing a novel. I remember being in the same place myself and mulling over possible plots. It was easy to come up with ideas to start a story but I had no idea where … [Continue reading] about How to start writing a novel

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How long does it take to write a book?

September 20, 2020 by ronahalsall

People often ask me how long it takes to write a book. To be honest, I'm not sure I have a definitive answer! It all depends on what you actually include as 'writing'. Is daydreaming about the plot while you're cooking or walking the dogs … [Continue reading] about How long does it take to write a book?

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Story ideas – where do they come from?

September 6, 2020 by ronahalsall

Author with dogs on beach

I'm asked this question a lot, and I think people expect a straightforward answer.  However, coming up with story ideas is actually quite a complex and time-consuming process! It is the creative heart of the book, after all. There is no simple … [Continue reading] about Story ideas – where do they come from?

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How Did I Get Here?

August 5, 2020 by ronahalsall

Rona Halsall's books in a pile, bright blue spines facing out

It’s a constant surprise to me that people want to read my books. Not just a few people, but thousands of people! In fact, at the two-year anniversary of my debut psychological thriller being published, sales will have shot up close to … [Continue reading] about How Did I Get Here?

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