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Sir Ian Rankin, author of 22 'Detective John Rebus' novels - One of UK's bestselling authors chats about Edinburgh, writing quickly and surprise endings.
Sir Ian Rankin is one of the biggest selling crime authors in history. His most famous character 'Detective John Rebus' has transcended novels, and is an icon of literature. He's appeared in TV shows, radio plays, and now his 22nd book, 'In a House of Lies'.
As a teenager, Ian found himself being thrust into a life of economics and accountancy, but after time (and some poor maths exam results) he started writing, and 30 years later is a crime-literature institution. We talk about the very first Rebus idea he had, how his writing routine has changed over time, and what makes him carry on telling stories. You can find out how Ian manages and organises his creativity, why he needs to get away from everything to focus occasionally, and how most of the time he has no clue who his killer will be.
You can get 20% off the excellent writing software Scrivener, by using the code ROUTINE over at literatureandlatte.com - I guarantee this will make your writing day SO much easier.
Also, to enter 'The Writer's Block Virtual Book Festival', and win $2000 worth of book marketing, find @TheNovelette on Twitter - you could even be interviewed on this show!
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Sir Ian Rankin is one of the biggest selling crime authors in history. His most famous character 'Detective John Rebus' has transcended novels, and is an icon of literature. He's appeared in TV shows, radio plays, and now his 22nd book, 'In a House of Lies'.
As a teenager, Ian found himself being thrust into a life of economics and accountancy, but after time (and some poor maths exam results) he started writing, and 30 years later is a crime-literature institution. We talk about the very first Rebus idea he had, how his writing routine has changed over time, and what makes him carry on telling stories. You can find out how Ian manages and organises his creativity, why he needs to get away from everything to focus occasionally, and how most of the time he has no clue who his killer will be.
You can get 20% off the excellent writing software Scrivener, by using the code ROUTINE over at literatureandlatte.com - I guarantee this will make your writing day SO much easier.
Also, to enter 'The Writer's Block Virtual Book Festival', and win $2000 worth of book marketing, find @TheNovelette on Twitter - you could even be interviewed on this show!
@writerspod
writersroutine.com
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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