Dropping the coma.
I am very excited as, novel now complete, I have been able to send it out to publishers and agents. So far, I have had really positive feedback; indeed, the book is now being looked at by two of the UK's top commissioning editors, as well as a large publishing house in the USA.
I would like to say a word too, about a number of smaller publishers- you know who you are- who have been so encouraging, not to say helpful. In a world where all media platforms are changing so quickly, could the niche imprint be the way ahead? And what about self-publishing on Kindle, and the like?
I am keeping my options open. Fingers crossed!
Hence, the vexed question of the coma. Whisky, From Small Glasses, I like; but do I prefer Whisky From Small Glasses?
Well dear blogfans, I value your opinion- so much so in fact- I am now seeking your sage advice on this matter.
Also, as promised (some time ago I admit), I will be posting the opening section of the book, very soon, right here. I hope you will take the time to have a quick look.
In the meantime, I am busy writing the sequel, Into The Gloaming, as well as a what I suppose would be termed a literary novel, Ralston Gardens. On that subject, I am never sure how or why books get pigeon-holed into specific genre; surely a story is a story, regardless of how it is categorised?
To add to this, I am working on a project for a UK politics magazine, as well as looking forward to the new cricket season with great relish. It's not been a good winter for England, our batsmen befuddled yet again by the mysteries of 'sub-continental' pitches. That aside, it is always a pleasure to welcome the Windies to these shores; and it is especially pleasing to note that their star-long before time- is in the ascendant. South Africa present a massive challenge. If England retain their 'No.1' status come the end of September, then they will feel that the title fits much more comfortably. Then India! Excellent stuff.
To end, a quick word about my lovely wee family. My dear wife, Fiona, read, re-read and read the book again and again helping me eradicate the small errors that one becomes blind to after the first year or so of staring at it. I love you, darling.
Then we have Rachel and Sian: Rachel is about to finish her first year in drama school. She is starring in an 'end of term' play as the tragic, yet fascinating, Mary, Queen of Scots. Having taken to her subject like the proverbial duck, it has been wonderful to witness her blossoming confidence and maturity, as well as get to see her on TV for the first time. Big things ahead.
Sian- well, as I write, she slumbers on, no doubt dreaming of Noddy and her imaginary friend, Elliot. God love her, she is truly gorgeous.
Anyhow, tempus fugit, or something like that- better get on.
Remember the coma!
Watch this space.
I am very excited as, novel now complete, I have been able to send it out to publishers and agents. So far, I have had really positive feedback; indeed, the book is now being looked at by two of the UK's top commissioning editors, as well as a large publishing house in the USA.
I would like to say a word too, about a number of smaller publishers- you know who you are- who have been so encouraging, not to say helpful. In a world where all media platforms are changing so quickly, could the niche imprint be the way ahead? And what about self-publishing on Kindle, and the like?
I am keeping my options open. Fingers crossed!
Hence, the vexed question of the coma. Whisky, From Small Glasses, I like; but do I prefer Whisky From Small Glasses?
Well dear blogfans, I value your opinion- so much so in fact- I am now seeking your sage advice on this matter.
Also, as promised (some time ago I admit), I will be posting the opening section of the book, very soon, right here. I hope you will take the time to have a quick look.
In the meantime, I am busy writing the sequel, Into The Gloaming, as well as a what I suppose would be termed a literary novel, Ralston Gardens. On that subject, I am never sure how or why books get pigeon-holed into specific genre; surely a story is a story, regardless of how it is categorised?
To add to this, I am working on a project for a UK politics magazine, as well as looking forward to the new cricket season with great relish. It's not been a good winter for England, our batsmen befuddled yet again by the mysteries of 'sub-continental' pitches. That aside, it is always a pleasure to welcome the Windies to these shores; and it is especially pleasing to note that their star-long before time- is in the ascendant. South Africa present a massive challenge. If England retain their 'No.1' status come the end of September, then they will feel that the title fits much more comfortably. Then India! Excellent stuff.
To end, a quick word about my lovely wee family. My dear wife, Fiona, read, re-read and read the book again and again helping me eradicate the small errors that one becomes blind to after the first year or so of staring at it. I love you, darling.
Then we have Rachel and Sian: Rachel is about to finish her first year in drama school. She is starring in an 'end of term' play as the tragic, yet fascinating, Mary, Queen of Scots. Having taken to her subject like the proverbial duck, it has been wonderful to witness her blossoming confidence and maturity, as well as get to see her on TV for the first time. Big things ahead.
Sian- well, as I write, she slumbers on, no doubt dreaming of Noddy and her imaginary friend, Elliot. God love her, she is truly gorgeous.
Anyhow, tempus fugit, or something like that- better get on.
Remember the coma!
Watch this space.
Congratulations! And that's great news about the amount of interest your novel has generated. I look forward to seeing it in print and being able to read it.
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