Author Archives: darleyblog

Why We’re Launching the #DACBaccess

Posted on October 9, 2018

Last week, we announced the launch of our open submissions month for Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic writers and illustrators. Running from the 1st – 30th November, our open month is designed to give aspiring writers the chance to get … Continue reading →

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On Writing: Cross-genre novels with G.X. Todd

Posted on June 4, 2018

In today’s On Writing blog, G.X. Todd, the author of the incredible and genre-defying Voices series, talks about the importance of writing what you love and not to a current trend. Join G.X. Todd tonight for the #ReadWomenSF event, at 8pm GMT … Continue reading →

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Interview with G X Todd

Posted on May 31, 2018

When her debut came out last year, G X Todd was hailed a talented and original new voice. Defender, a post-apocalyptic thriller ‘already worthy to take its place alongside The Stand in the canon’ (John Connolly), has had readers eagerly awaiting the next installment in … Continue reading →

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On Writing: Characters in Children’s Fiction with Kim Slater

Posted on May 17, 2018

Writing with a voice that feels authentic and distinctive is one is one of the key elements of a great book. It’s something that all writers strive to hone and need to nail in order to hook the reader. It’s … Continue reading →

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Debut author interview with Imran Mahmood

Posted on April 19, 2018

Imran Mahmood’s debut You Don’t Know Me was met with critical acclaim on its hardback publication last year. The “genre-bending crime novel” (Ruth Ware) has since been chosen for the BBC Radio 2 Book Club, was named one of The Telegraph’s crime … Continue reading →

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On Writing: Family Dynamics with Annie Murray

Posted on April 6, 2018

The dynamics of a family always make for a good story. You probably think your own family is not very interesting and that you’re just like any other. But it’s the small idiosyncrasies of each family member and the relationships … Continue reading →

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On Writing: Historical Setting with Margaret Dickinson

Posted on February 8, 2018

The latest blog in our On Writing series looks at Historical Setting with bestselling author Margaret Dickinson. Today marks the publication of The Poppy Girls, the 25th novel from the Queen of Saga. 25 novels? Most writers struggle to finish … Continue reading →

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