2019-10-12 21:32
2020 project: I’m planning a dark dystopian novel titled – SIN:THETICA. Release date: unknown. Getting my head into research and outlining now. Here’s the cover Read More
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2019-09-19 20:14
I’m currently writing what will be my 4th release. I’ve decided on a novella, which should surface on Amazon either late October or early November. Here’s the cover for it… Read More
2019-06-26 16:20
Just Kindle Books are giving away a Kindle Fire reader every month until the end of 2019!
Just click the link for a chance to win!
Kindle Fire Giveaway Read More
2019-05-27 17:52
My collection of short stories titled: And a Dark Horse Dreamt of Nightmares, is shaping up really well. There’ll be 7 shorts and I’m currently writing No 6. I plan to make it F… Read More
2019-03-26 21:00
The first week of April will see the release of both my novels as audiobooks via Audible, Amazon, and iTunes. More news on this when I have it! Read More
2019-01-05 22:56
An agreement via ACX Audible has been established with a narrator to produce an audio version of Nexilexicon. An early March delivery is scheduled with the obvious additional Audible time t… Read More
2018-12-06 20:58
Ebook available and the paperback version going live in the coming week. Time for a festive break from writing! Read More
2018-10-31 18:58
I’m currently at 80k words on my second novel. It’s been 16 months to date. I’m hoping to get it finished by the end of this year. If not, it’ll be a case of ‘… Read More
2018-09-02 18:52
On the 6th & 7th of October, I’ll be attending my second convention, namely Grimmfest in Manchester. I’m excited at the prospect of meeting sci-fi and horror buffs and I sha… Read More
2018-08-20 19:24
From 19th Aug to the 18th Sept my debut novel will be just 99p in the UK & reduced in line on other Amazon marketplaces. GET IT CHEAPER WHILE YOU CAN!! https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B078T… Read More
2018-07-25 22:07
Starting Saturday 28th of July, my debut novel will be available for 7 days at the bargain price of just 99p! (NB: ebook format only).
Go download a copy via Amazon UK! Read More
2018-07-24 19:04
I’m into chapter seven of my current WIP, around 49k words. It won’t be long before the story shifts in its timeline and I introduce new characters, taking it along a new path t… Read More
2018-06-25 22:27
Time to hit the road and drop some flyers at other businesses to give the book promo a shot in the arm. I’m grateful to some hostels, tattoo studios, barbers, arts projects and other l… Read More
2018-06-03 20:30
Ok, where to start? The planned audiobook project stalled because the narrator I had lined up to do it decided to back out of the deal. So, I’m going to narrate the book myself. I&rsq&helli…Read More
2018-03-10 17:44
I’ve decided my second novel deserves a stronger cover … so here it is Read More
2018-03-09 20:08
After a two-week period on ACX, I’ve secured an agreement with narrator Nicholas Corkill to begin the production of my first novel The Jesus Man as an audiobook. The finished article… Read More
2018-02-21 11:34
For 3 days in February my book will again be available for free on Amazon. Links below. Please RT to help with exposure! Thanks! #horror #postapocalyptic #darkfiction #darkfantasy #sciencef… Read More
2018-01-29 19:52
2018-01-14 12:32
On Friday 19th and Saturday 20th of January, my first novel The Jesus Man, will be available for FREE – normally $2.99.
If you’ve got a Kindle you’ll be able to download it… Read More
2018-01-08 22:02
As I approach 30k words, the plot line for my second novel sees its characters only days from their final port of Macapa, Brazil. So far, I’ve learned a great many things about vessel… Read More
2018-01-02 16:02
Towards the end of last year, I was informed the publishing platform I’d chosen to send digital copies of my book to market was closing. That closing date (15th Jan) is looming. With t… Read More
2017-12-24 17:43
At 24k words on Christmas Eve I’m taking a break from penning the new novel. Will resume next year and it’s clear that I’m going to have to go higher on the word count tha… Read More
2017-11-30 14:16
22.5k words done and I’m now starting on Chapter 4. I’ve chosen Cape Verde’s Santiago as the expedition’s second stop-over. A pivotal point in the plot, it will see t… Read More
2017-11-11 00:24
Now at work on Chapter 3 of my second novel. Needing more of a framework to hang my ideas on, so stopping the writing for a spell to decide on key moments of the story. I’m enjoying th… Read More
2017-10-29 18:30
When Ann gets an idea in her head, banishes me from the room and goes on to create an impromptu set with which to display my horror story. Thanks my love! xxxx Read More
2017-10-15 11:00
Chapter two wrapped. Only 15k words at this point but, having done it all before, the remainder doesn’t seem daunting at all. I’m taking my time with this piece as there’s… Read More
2017-10-08 21:44
A surprise visit arranged by Ann to drop in at Maryport Maritime Museum. Very fitting for my nautical-themed second novel! Read More
2017-10-05 22:34
The Jesus Man has been entered into a national literary competition called The McKitterick Prize. At my age, it’s pretty much the only one I’m eligible for and, to be honest, I… Read More
2017-09-18 19:08
Customer Review
5.0 out of 5 stars A NEW AUTHOR TO BE RECKONED WITH
By Kindle Customer on 18 September 2017
A novel to be read and enjoyed on many levels. There is the inevitability of a tra… Read More
2017-09-09 11:36
Big thanks to ‘Twisted Mind’ (whoever you are) for this review of The Jesus Man.
Customer Review
5.0 out of 5 stars – Twisted mind.
By Amazon Customer on 1 September 2017
B… Read More
2017-09-04 20:25
The first chapter of my second novel is done. The first 7.5k words. I’m enjoying the freedom I feel with this novel (i.e. I feel I’ve already proved myself with The Jesus Man)… Read More
2017-08-07 19:35
I’m getting orders coming in for the recently added option of hardback and paperback versions of my book, which is great to see!
If anyone wants a hard copy rather than an ebook, then… Read More
2017-07-01 17:22
Nexilexicon Sample
With my new novel out of the starting blocks so to speak, I’m providing a small sample from what are very early workings. Anyone expecting another Jesus Man-styled s… Read More
2017-06-29 18:30
Recently I was able to track down my secondary school teacher Mr Weston. Much to my delight, we received an invite to meet up with him and his wife. Ann took a photo of us together when I p… Read More
2017-06-26 18:34
It’s been about two months since I released The Jesus Man and, now that I feel I’ve done enough to get the ball rolling in terms of marketing for the title, I’m not about… Read More
2017-06-05 19:48
In the coming days my book will be available on Amazon, iBooks, Barnes & Noble and Kobo. Grinding out the marketing for it will be the next big challenge!https://books.pronoun.com/the-je… Read More
2017-05-17 20:00
Many thanks to Louise Wise for plugging my book release via Book Junkies on Pinterest. Much appreciated!
I’ll add further links to reviews and exposure as and when they happen.
A revi… Read More
2017-04-27 19:25
When you can’t afford a professional voiceover artist or expensive video production, you turn to your trusty laptop and improvise … the story of this erm, story Read More
2017-04-23 19:15
This excerpt is the book’s prologue, something to provide a taste of the book. Simply click the link to view. The Jesus Man – Prologue Read More
2017-04-21 19:24
It’s a strange feeling, but a good one. If anyone is interested in getting hold of a copy, either message me via Facebook or email me at: [email protected]
The eBook is priced at &po&hell…Read More
2017-04-14 17:56
I’ve revised 11 chapters at this point. With just 2 to go, I figure it’ll be done within days but I’ll have to then make those changes to the digital document. I think the… Read More
2017-04-02 18:52
Writing the final sentence of TJM.Today I wrote the final paragraph of my first novel. I’ve still to revise it for the final draft but, essentially, that’s it. It’s hard to… Read More
2017-03-12 22:44
I literally just hit 100,000 words exactly, about ten minutes ago. Weird feeling … Only Chapter 13 to pen and then I’m done. I have a new perspective on this whole writing gig Read More
2017-02-28 21:41
If it’s possible to turn the human brain into rat shit by thought alone then I’ve succeeded … Read More
2017-01-29 18:53
Another month has passed and another chapter has been produced. That’s eleven over with and so I’m staring at the last two chapters now. I’ve 91,000 words in the bag and it… Read More
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