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Helen Jones - THE DOMINO MAN coming 14 Jan '27

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Helen Jones - THE DOMINO MAN coming 14 Jan '27 @helenjauthor.bsky.social · 6h
In today’s blog, I look at Libraries as a source of income for authors, and how PLR and ALCS can be vital resources… especially when it comes at little or no cost to our readers. Read the blog here: arsenicandcoldcase.substack.com/p/libraries-... #blog #substack #libraries #PLR #ALCS
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Libraries, PLR and ALCS
How readers can support authors at little or no cost to themselves
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Helen Jones - THE DOMINO MAN coming 14 Jan '27 @helenjauthor.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Win this fabulous Autumn Bundle! Sign up to my mailing list by midnight tonight (UK time) at: www.helenjonesauthor.com/contact Please tick the box on the sign up form, and verify your email! UK winners only. Full Ts&Cs can be found here: www.helenjonesauthor.com/giveaway #thedominoman
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Helen Jones - THE DOMINO MAN coming 14 Jan '27 @helenjauthor.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
September Reads! My favourite read this month was The Death Row Club by V A Vasquez. This was a 5* read, as were The Shadow Step by Mark Billingham and The Murder At World's End by Ross Montgomery. #septemberreads #readingcommunity #godhelpmyTBR
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Helen Jones - THE DOMINO MAN coming 14 Jan '27 @helenjauthor.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
I’ve finally set up a mailing list on my website! The newsletter will give timely updates on my books, work in progress and forthcoming events, as well as giving subscribers bonus bookish content and exclusive giveaways. You can sign up here: www.helenjonesauthor.com/contact
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Helen Jones - THE DOMINO MAN coming 14 Jan '27 @helenjauthor.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Check out my new post! I spent the day in Cardiff, my home city (although I don’t live there anymore) visiting locations in my book, dropping proofs to fabulous independent bookstores and having a great time. arsenicandcoldcase.substack.com/p/on-locatio... #substack #blog #cardiff #caerdydd
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On Location in Cardiff
Or, in Welsh: Ar Leoliad yng Nghaerdydd
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Helen Jones - THE DOMINO MAN coming 14 Jan '27 @helenjauthor.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
In my latest substack, I discuss how I found my writing tribe. It took a few years, but I think I'm there now! arsenicandcoldcase.substack.com/p/finding-yo... #substack #blog #findyourtribe #writingtribe
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Finding Your (Writing) Tribe
You need not be the lonely writer forever sitting at a desk
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Helen Jones - THE DOMINO MAN coming 14 Jan '27 @helenjauthor.bsky.social · 30/08/2026
August Reads! My favourite was 'The Trouble with Sister Francis' by Matt Coyne - quite simply, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐, no notes. Not just recommended, it's a must read! I wonder what September will bring, apart from an ever increasing TBR... 😂 #augustreads #readingcommunity
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Helen Jones - THE DOMINO MAN coming 14 Jan '27 @helenjauthor.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
It's just been announced that I will be appearing at @stockportnoir.bsky.social in 2027! If you'd like to know more, or grab a ticket, take a look here: www.ticketsource.com/serenity-boo...
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Sue Thomas @brownflopsy.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
Thank you Likely Suspects for this fab pin badge and proof of #TheDominoMan by @helenjauthor.bsky.social which is coming from @simonschusteruk.bsky.social 14th January. I'm so looking forward to reading it! 😍💙📚
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Helen Jones - THE DOMINO MAN coming 14 Jan '27 @helenjauthor.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
It's 150 days until my book is out, and I'm terribly excited! But I know books can be expensive, so please consider requesting #TheDominoMan at your local library. All you need is the title, author name and publication date (14 Jan 27). #thedominoman #useyourlocallibrary
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Jill's Book Cafe @jillsbookcafe.bsky.social · 15/08/2026
#ThreeTwoOne quickfire questions with Katy Varley #author of The Thin Green Wedge portobellobookblog.com/2026/08/15/t... @portybelle.bsky.social
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#ThreeTwoOne quickfire questions with Katy Varley #author of The Thin Green Wedge
I’m delighted to be joined by Katy Varley today, author of The Thin Green Wedge. The Thin Green Wedge was published by Shieldmaiden Press in May and available now in paperback and digital edi…
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Helen Jones - THE DOMINO MAN coming 14 Jan '27 @helenjauthor.bsky.social · 15/08/2026
In my latest blog, I discuss the joy of seeing and holding your book for the first time, and the nervous wait for those first reviews to come in.... Read more at: arsenicandcoldcase.substack.com/p/proof-copi... #blog #substack #arsenicandcoldcase #proofcopies #earlyreviews
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Proof Copies & Early Reviews
Seeing my book for the first time and hearing what other people think of it
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Deb’s Book Reviews @debsbookreviews.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
Thrilled to have been chosen to be part of The Domino Effect 📕The Domino Man by Helen Jones📕 📚Published by Simon & Schuster, January 2027📚 Proof received yesterday & I’m really looking forward to reading this debut thriller 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 #BookSky📚💙 @simonschusteruk.bsky.social @helenjauthor.bsky.social
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Helen Jones - THE DOMINO MAN coming 14 Jan '27 @helenjauthor.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
Pre-order links are now live for The Domino Man in UK, Australia, Canada, India and the USA 🎉 Follow my linktree (in bio!) for more info. And if you're worried that you might forget, follow me on Amazon and you'll get a reminder when my book is out: www.amazon.co.uk/stores/Helen...
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Helen Jones - THE DOMINO MAN coming 14 Jan '27 @helenjauthor.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
If you've not read 'Five on Friday' before, take a look today and then read the backlist too! It's so fun!
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Helen Jones - THE DOMINO MAN coming 14 Jan '27 @helenjauthor.bsky.social · 02/08/2026
I'll be appearing at the Cheshire Crime Writers Festival in 2027! Join me and Heather Critchlow on Saturday 6th February, starting at 11:45am. Tickets and the full programme are available here: thecuriouscatbookshop.co.uk/cheshire-cri... #cheshirecrimewritersfestival #helenjones #heathercritchlow
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Helen Jones - THE DOMINO MAN coming 14 Jan '27 @helenjauthor.bsky.social · 01/08/2026
In my latest substack, here's what I got up to a the recent Theakston's Old Peculier Crime Writing Festival AKA Harrogate! arsenicandcoldcase.substack.com/p/adventures... #substack #blog #harrogate
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Adventures in Harrogate
My first time at the Theakston's Old Peculier Crime Writing Festival
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Helen Jones - THE DOMINO MAN coming 14 Jan '27 @helenjauthor.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
July Reads! 10 books this month and my favourite was Body Of Lies by @jocallaghankat.bsky.social - a fabulous end to the Kat and Lock series! #julyreads #readingcommunity #amreading 2 m
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Helen Jones - THE DOMINO MAN coming 14 Jan '27 @helenjauthor.bsky.social · 19/07/2026
My author proofs arrived this weekend! Isn't she beautiful? Gorgeous cover and spine 😍 #thedominoman #proofcopies #happyauthor #debutauthor
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Helen Jones - THE DOMINO MAN coming 14 Jan '27 @helenjauthor.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
In my latest blog, I'm talking about Proofreading - what is it, who does it and how long does it take? Also, top tips for not giving yourself a migraine while going through the process! Check it out here: arsenicandcoldcase.substack.com/p/proofreading #blog #pathtopublication #proofreading
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Proofreading
Or, how to make your novel as perfect as it's going to get
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Helen Jones - THE DOMINO MAN coming 14 Jan '27 @helenjauthor.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
Sometimes you have to let the wanderlust win, but especially when it means having a good nose around a famous author’s house! In my latest blog, take a look around Greenway House and Burgh Island with me… arsenicandcoldcase.substack.com/p/exploring-... #agathachristie #greenway #burghisland
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Exploring Agatha Christie's Devon
Seeking crime (fiction) inspiration on the English Riviera
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Helen Jones - THE DOMINO MAN coming 14 Jan '27 @helenjauthor.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
June Reads! I read nine books and have three favourites: * 10 Marchfield Square by Nicola Whyte * A Sociopath's Guide to a Successful Marriage by M K Oliver * The Wilds by Sarah Pearse But they were all great! #readingcommunity #amreading #junereads
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Helen Jones - THE DOMINO MAN coming 14 Jan '27 @helenjauthor.bsky.social · 29/06/2026
COVER REVEAL! I am so excited to reveal the cover of my debut novel, The Domino Man, which will be published in paperback, eBook and audiobook by @simonschusteruk.bsky.social on January 14, 2027 😍 #coverreveal #thedominoman
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Helen Jones - THE DOMINO MAN coming 14 Jan '27 @helenjauthor.bsky.social · 28/06/2026
It's 200 days today until my debut novel, The Domino Man, is coming out! But that's not the most exciting thing happening this week. Watch this space for the official cover reveal, coming very soon! #thedominoman #debutnovel #2027debut
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Helen Jones - THE DOMINO MAN coming 14 Jan '27 @helenjauthor.bsky.social · 21/06/2026
Happy Father's Day! Sul y Tadau Hapus! x
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Helen Jones - THE DOMINO MAN coming 14 Jan '27 @helenjauthor.bsky.social · 20/06/2026
Happy midsummer! It might not be the longest day until tomorrow, but we had lunch using some traditional celebration ingredients. Smoked salmon and beetroot salad, strawberry cheesecake, and elderflower fizz. It was the perfect meal for a sunny summer day 🌞 #midsummer
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Helen Jones - THE DOMINO MAN coming 14 Jan '27 @helenjauthor.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
While we're coming towards the end of Independent Bookshop Week, it's never too late to pop into your local indie! My local is @rossiterbooks.bsky.social in Cheltenham (although they have six other lovely branches too!), but I also love these bookshops... (1/2)
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Helen Jones - THE DOMINO MAN coming 14 Jan '27 @helenjauthor.bsky.social · 15/06/2026
After my publishing deal was announced a couple of weeks ago, I thought it would be fun to take a closer look into how this happens, when, and what happens next... arsenicandcoldcase.substack.com/p/announcing... #PathtoPublication #PublishingDeal
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Announcing the Deal
Plus, pre-order links and the draft cover!
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Helen Jones - THE DOMINO MAN coming 14 Jan '27 @helenjauthor.bsky.social · 02/06/2026
Lovely to see this in @thebookseller.com !
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Helen Jones - THE DOMINO MAN coming 14 Jan '27 @helenjauthor.bsky.social · 02/06/2026
Absolutely delighted to formally announce this today 🥳 www.thebookseller.com/rights/simon...
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Simon & Schuster acquires Helen Jones' debut in two-book deal
Simon & Schuster UK has acquired Helen Jones' debut in two-book deal.
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Helen Jones - THE DOMINO MAN coming 14 Jan '27 @helenjauthor.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
Finally launching my website is something that’s taken an absolute age, and it’s still not completely done. But here it is and here’s how it happened… arsenicandcoldcase.substack.com/p/soft-launc... #website #authorwebsite #softlaunch
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Soft Launching my Website
Finding the right platform, writing copy and checking it works on mobile!
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Helen Jones - THE DOMINO MAN coming 14 Jan '27 @helenjauthor.bsky.social · 31/05/2026
Here's my May reads! My favourite was How To Get Away With Murder by debut author Rebecca Philipson. This is a masterpiece of crime fiction, with fabulous pop culture references and a main character who keeps you guessing until the very end. Highly recommended! #readingcommunity
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Helen Jones - THE DOMINO MAN coming 14 Jan '27 @helenjauthor.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
With Book 1 pending proof read, and Book 2 with my agent and editor for review, it's time to write Book 3. Started on Monday. I'm four chapters in, 6500 words down and I get to draw a map this afternoon. Love this part of the process 🥰 #amwriting #crimefiction #book3
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Helen Jones - THE DOMINO MAN coming 14 Jan '27 @helenjauthor.bsky.social · 15/05/2026
In 2012, I was diagnosed with Ulcerative Colitis, a chronic illness under the IBD umbrella. Living with this has been difficult, sometimes painfully so, and it impacts my writing too. Here is my story. arsenicandcoldcase.substack.com/p/writing-wi... #chronicillness #chronicallyillwriter
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Writing with a Chronic Illness
And why we need chronic illness and disability representation in fiction
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Helen Jones - THE DOMINO MAN coming 14 Jan '27 @helenjauthor.bsky.social · 12/05/2026
This is, perhaps, the most personal blog I've ever written. If you think this is an important topic too, sign up for free at arsenicandcoldcase.substack.com and join the conversation. #writing #chronicillness
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Helen Jones - THE DOMINO MAN coming 14 Jan '27 @helenjauthor.bsky.social · 01/05/2026
Check out my new post! Today I’m talking all about Biographies, Dedications and Acknowledgements. They can be difficult to write, but get them right and everyone is happy… arsenicandcoldcase.substack.com/p/biography-... #blog #substack #biography #dedication #acknowledgements
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Biography, Dedication & Acknowledgements
Or, how to talk about yourself and not forget anyone important
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Helen Jones - THE DOMINO MAN coming 14 Jan '27 @helenjauthor.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
Here's my April reads! My April favourite was Human Remains by Jo Callaghan, the third book in the Kat and Lock series. It was so good that I read it in 24 hours, including finishing it in bed this morning! #aprilreads #amreading #readingcommunity
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Helen Jones - THE DOMINO MAN coming 14 Jan '27 @helenjauthor.bsky.social · 15/04/2026
In today’s blog, I talk about the Copy Editing process: what happens, how long it takes, and what to do if you’re not completely convinced by some of the suggestions… arsenicandcoldcase.substack.com/p/copy-editing #pathtopublication #editing #copyediting #substack #blog
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Copy Editing
Or, how to make your novel more technically correct
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Helen Jones - THE DOMINO MAN coming 14 Jan '27 @helenjauthor.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
For the last six editions of Arsenic & Cold Case, I’ve provided an audio track to increase accessibility to my blog; for those who find the printed word problematic, or who’d simply prefer to listen. This is how it went… arsenicandcoldcase.substack.com/p/recording-... #substack #blog #audio
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Recording Audio for Substack
How it started and how it's going...
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Helen Jones - THE DOMINO MAN coming 14 Jan '27 @helenjauthor.bsky.social · 31/03/2026
I'm not sure why, but I found it really hard to read in March - I just couldn't concentrate. But my favourite was fantastic debut novel The Hill in the Dark Grove by Liam Higginson. Highly recommended! #marchreads #amreading #readingcommunity
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Helen Jones - THE DOMINO MAN coming 14 Jan '27 @helenjauthor.bsky.social · 15/03/2026
In my latest blog, I talk about Book Clubs - my experiences, why they are great for introverts and extroverts, and how they benefits writers as well as readers. Take a look here: arsenicandcoldcase.substack.com/p/the-joy-of... #blog #substack #bookclubs #readingcommunity
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The Joy of Book Clubs
New people + new books = a new lease of life
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Helen Jones - THE DOMINO MAN coming 14 Jan '27 @helenjauthor.bsky.social · 05/03/2026
In celebration of World Book Day, here's the best books I've read so far in 2026, and the upcoming debuts (limited to March to July) that I'm most looking forward to! #worldbookday #readingcommunity #debuts
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Helen Jones - THE DOMINO MAN coming 14 Jan '27 @helenjauthor.bsky.social · 01/03/2026
Writing the oft-troublesome second book can be an ordeal in itself, but is it easier or harder when you get early editorial feedback? Find out in my latest post… arsenicandcoldcase.substack.com/p/writing-bo... Audio track also available. #substack #blog #book2
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Writing Book 2 with early editorial feedback
Why the troublesome second book is a very different experience
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Helen Jones - THE DOMINO MAN coming 14 Jan '27 @helenjauthor.bsky.social · 01/03/2026
Happy St David's Day all! Dydd Gwyl Dewi Hapus pawb! I love March 1st. Not only is it a celebration of Cymru (Wales) and all thing Cymraeg (Welsh), it's also the start of meteorological spring. May the days lengthen and be a little bit drier than of late. #stdavidsday #dyddgwyldewi #spring
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Helen Jones - THE DOMINO MAN coming 14 Jan '27 @helenjauthor.bsky.social · 28/02/2026
I ended up reading a lot in February, but mostly Steffanie Holmes, a new (to me) author I only discovered this year. Turns out her work - fantasy romance - is exactly what I need right now! But I also enjoyed three excellent crime/thriller novels... (1/2)
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Helen Jones - THE DOMINO MAN coming 14 Jan '27 @helenjauthor.bsky.social · 16/02/2026
It's been such a cold, wet month, but there are signs of spring indoors and outdoors. Top right: winter heather Top left: tete a tete daffodil Bottom right: new monstera leaf Bottom left: peace lily #februarygarden
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Helen Jones - THE DOMINO MAN coming 14 Jan '27 @helenjauthor.bsky.social · 15/02/2026
In today’s blog, I talk about my experience of Structural Editing with my publisher. And if you’d prefer to listen, this blog comes with an audio track too! arsenicandcoldcase.substack.com/p/structural... #pathtopublication #editing #structuralediting
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Structural Editing
Or, how to build a better story
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Helen Jones - THE DOMINO MAN coming 14 Jan '27 @helenjauthor.bsky.social · 10/02/2026
Did you know that my blog is also available as an audio track? If you haven't listened yet, it's not too late. #substack #blog #audioincluded [Photo by C D-X on Unsplash (recoloured)]
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Greene & Heaton Literary and Media Agency @greeneandheaton.bsky.social · 02/02/2026
"Almost two years on, I have a contract for publication! I simply wouldn't be where I am now without taking a chance on The Greene Door!" - Helen Jones, debut author and Greene Door alum! Open now, until 27th March! #GreeneDoor26 #debutauthors #ownvoices @helenjauthor.bsky.social
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Helen Jones - THE DOMINO MAN coming 14 Jan '27 @helenjauthor.bsky.social · 01/02/2026
In my latest substack, I look at whether I need to have a 'definition of success' for my debut novel or, indeed, my entire career as an author... arsenicandcoldcase.substack.com/p/creating-a... This substack is also available as an audio track. #substack #definitionofsuccess #writingcommunity
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Creating a Definition of Success
Without putting yourself under unnecessary pressure
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