Getting your name and details of your book out into the world is as important as writing the book itself. One key element all authors should have is a good Media or Press Kit. Here I list the necessary items needed that you should include in yours.

An informal interview with trained musician, musical educator, professional photographer, writer, poet and now mentor Lis McDermott. She had me laughing by throwing a few surprises into the conversation. A fun interview.

Having doubts about your ability to write? Think your work isn't good enough but a bit wary of approaching anyone professional? Well think about joining a local writing group. You will be surprised at how helpful they can be in helping you overcome your fears and help get you into your writing stride.

'Beauty is in the Eye of the Beholder' especially when it comes to choosing books. We all pick a book up by looking at the cover first. Today I chat about some pet hates that many authors have when it comes to book cover designing.

Last of a three-part podcast to help Indie authors be the best self-publisher they can be. We will cover all the areas of the books Development, Production, Cover Design, How Dependencies affect the process, Marketing, and Distribution.

Second of a three-part podcast to help Indie authors be the best self-publisher they can be. We will cover all the areas of the books Development, Production, Cover Design, How Dependencies affect the process, Marketing, and Distribution.

First of a three-part podcast to help Indie authors be the best self-publisher they can be. We will cover all the areas of the books Development, Production, Cover Design, How Dependencies affect the process, Marketing, and Distribution.

Have ever wondered who else is in your relationship besides you and your partner? As a writer you will be surprised to find that we live with other people, if only in our minds, which can at times be worrying. It's even worse for a Mentor like me?

You’ve written a GOOD story, but it's not that good? The reason is probably due to there not being a crisis in it. Or not enough of them to make the story GREAT. Learn how to change the way your story reads.

If you want to keep your readers with you throughout the book then you need to ensure your story has some great chapter endings. Mini cliff-hangers will go a long way to ensuring your readers don't put your book down until they've finished reading it.