#firstbooks

My First Time...with Fran Cooper

Fran reveals the power of a good mentor and the perils of taking on Book Two while holding down a job.

Here's how to stop thinking about your book and start writing it

Note your ideas. Give them structure. Create a masterpiece.

My First Time...with Vanessa Potter

Debut author Vanessa Potter talks over-zealous editing, oversharing and the power of Abba.

My First Time...with Helen McClory

Helen McClory talks recce roadtrips to New Mexico, CS Lewis, and hearing the siren call of other writers.

My First Time...with Amy Baker

Amy talks chocolate biscuits, the lure of tiny animals on YouTube and how it's good to talk.

My First Time...with Rosy Edwards

Rosy talks about the highs and lows of writing her first book, eating the inedible and dancing in front of the mirror.