A Little on How I do it

With 35 years as a professional editor, plus 26 novels published at time of print, Phil has jotted down a few words on the processes he follows when writing a book. A Technical Approach to Novel Writing has a foreword from acclaimed historical fantasy novelist John De Búrca. “Why? Why apply a technical approach to creativeContinue reading “A Little on How I do it”

Foreword: A Technical Approach to Novel Writing

Writing is hard. Writing, is hard. Writing: it’s hard. From early on in one’s writing journey, speed bumps, pitfalls, and diversions can stifle creativity and cast a shadow over the work. Writing is hard. It’s easy to include purple prose, adjectives, POV issues, plot holes, passive writing, and using a go-to word or phrase 437Continue reading “Foreword: A Technical Approach to Novel Writing”