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Writing a love scene
by Emily
I wanted to talk a little bit about what makes a love scene a really good love scene. And don’t worry, there isn’t going to be anything super explicit here – though if that’s your jam, check out my books…
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Learning to take a holiday
by Emily
You know what’s a real challenge? Learning to take a holiday when you do a job that you love!
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Starting a new series
by Emily
As I mentioned in a previous blog, it can be a little bittersweet to end a series – but you have to end one to begin another. I’m super excited to be launching a multi-generational series of love stories all within one (rather rambunctious) family.
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3 things I do when writing dialogue
by Emily
I find dialogue one of the easiest things to write! I think it’s because I love people watching; I listen in to many conversations when I’m out and about, and so picking up the natural cadence and rhythm is easier for me.
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Saying goodbye to a series
by Emily
With the publication of book twelve in my Dukes in Danger series, All Good Dukes Come to an End, I am saying goodbye to this joyful, fluffy, fun Regency series with a hint of danger.
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What is your favourite fairytale?
by Emily
I have always wanted to write a series of fairytale retellings, but I just haven’t had time yet! I don’t think I’m alone, I think most authors would love to bring their own spin to the fairytales that we love so much.
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My writing habits
by Emily
When I was growing up, I didn’t know any authors. I had to completely imagine what their daily routine would be, what their writing habits were – and when I used to read about classical authors, their routines seemed to involve a lot more money (and alcohol!) than I wanted…
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What’s on my desk?
by Emily
If you’re anything like me, you love to know what creatives have on their desk! So I thought I would write a short post to give you some insight on what is on my desk right now…
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Writing the senses
by Emily
Now, if there’s one thing I’m good at, it’s admitting to the things that I’m NOT good at. See what I did there? I’ll be the first to admit that writing the senses or description is not something that comes naturally to me. My first drafts often look far more like a script, focused on dialogue and movement across the ‘stage’ of my scene. … Read More Writing the senses
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How do you know when to stop a series?
by Emily
Though it’s hard to admit, sometimes we authors have to stop writing a series that we’re really enjoying, so that we have time to write something else!
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Happy Galentine’s Day!
by Emily
Yup, you read that correctly. As well as celebrating Valentine’s Day this week, I’ll be celebrating Galentine’s Day. Originally created to celebrate female friendships, I’ll be using the day to thank my friends who stand by me, support me, and loving me no matter what. Everyone has challenges in their lives, and having people around you who love you, take care of you, and … Read More Happy Galentine’s Day!
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How do you find author friends?
by Emily
Being an author can sometimes be a really lonely business. Not just because you spend a huge amount of time talking to imaginary people, or because you have to get your head down and write down what those imaginary people are doing and saying. Though that doesn’t help.
Emily E K Murdoch 