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Happy birthday week to me!
by Emily
It’s my birthday week!
Category: Writing
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Do you know the secret language of flowers?
by Emily
Flowers have been used in courting for years, and the Victorian era solidified our ideas of the language of flowers, which existed as early as the Regency period…
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What’s in a name?
by Emily
Alright, I’m just going to come out and say it: naming characters is the worst.
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Happy Thanksgiving!
by Emily
Those of you who know me may be a little surprised at this blog post – after all, I’m not American but a Brit! However, I think it’s important to take the time to be grateful for the awesome things in your life, and although I probably shouldn’t need a day literally entitled ‘Thanksgiving’ to do so, it’s remarkable how it focuses the mind. … Read More Happy Thanksgiving!
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What do you want from a hero?
by Emily
One of the most challenging things about writing a hero (or many heroes!) is that something I think is attractive may not push your buttons. So how do you write a hero that EVERY reader will fall in love with?
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Regency era clothing
by Emily
I could spend all day with you, and the moment that I left your presence, I would not be able to describe what you were wearing.
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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.
Emily E K Murdoch 