Since my debut novel, Suitcase of Memory, was announced, I have heard from many hopefuls wanting to know how to write a book. The where, who, what and how to start is the kind of thing that most people ask. The truth is, it’s not so much about talent, as it is about sticking with…
I have long pondered this question and the answer has changed over the years. At first, I was convinced that writers were born – all of my favourite books seemed to be written by magicians, their words conjuring up fantastical worlds, leaving me spellbound. I have since learnt though that writing is less about magic,…
I’ve been a writer and traveller for most of my life. The writing came first. The traveller waited in the wings. I have always believed that human beings are innate storytellers – whether it’s the way we tell our partners how our day went or how we sometimes recall distant memories with friends, we all…