Here's my advice for new writers: tell the truth
All of it, all the time.
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Kate Leaver
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.
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.
The Riff Raff events: The lowdown
Find out everything you need to know about our magnificent monthly events. Right. Here.
What we learnt from Daisy Buchanan and Grace Victory
Could two sensational first time writers finally teach us how to be grown-ups?
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