Leilanie Stewart

Writing that confronts the nature of self
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Monthly Archives: June 2023

  • With schools closing on 30th June, and the 8 week summer holidays looming here in Northern Ireland, it’s time for me to think about what I [...]

    Balancing writing and childcare on summer holidays

    June 28, 2023
  • If you’re an Indie author, you may know that as of 20th June, printing costs increased, meaning that publishers/ self-publishers alike will [...]

    Printing costs for authors versus retail book prices for readers

    June 24, 2023
  • Aside from being an Indie and small-press author, I also work in a grammar school. My day profession provides a steady income that my writing [...]

    The importance of reading and literacy for children

    June 21, 2023
  • Can I share a little writing secret with you? Despite the fact that I’ve had four novels published, every time I start a new novel [...]

    Novel writing: how to keep your plot moving forward

    June 17, 2023
  • From time to time on social media, I’ve seen authors displaying on their bio that they’re a ‘best-selling author’. In [...]

    When can you call yourself a best-selling author?

    June 13, 2023
  • Hurray! I’m well ahead of my reading schedule for 2023. With 44 books read on my Kindle, I’m on track with my Goodreads challenge. As [...]

    Reading goals update – why I review the books I read

    June 9, 2023
  • I love being an Indie author, though I didn’t have to tell you that. But you don’t have to take my word for it either. Here are some [...]

    Self-publishing success stories in the news

    June 5, 2023
  • I’m a prolific reader. I always have nine or so books on my Kindle Unlimited subscription, along with the numerous paperbacks and [...]

    Why do novels mostly feature rich characters?

    June 1, 2023
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