Sarah Banham, BA (Hons) 📚

Remember: 1. Take your time. 2. It's not a race. 3. Just because someone else is further along doesn't mean you should be. That's their path - your path is yours. 4. Don't compare yourself or your journey with others. 5. If it is not right for you - your gut will say.

@BexBookaholic Finished draft 2 of my current novel. It took me to a 112k word count. Draft 3 begins now. 📚

The world is a bit overwhelming now, so please tell me one lovely thing from your week so matter how small

Good to see @Joannechocolat on #GreatBritishMenu talking about her novel #Chocolat @Soc_of_Authors

@sallyrhooker @BexBookaholic

@BexBookaholic I’d be happy to find one with a spine

I like my books how I like my men - they need to smell nice, hold my attention and satisfy me between the covers

@Duranie_71 @BexBookaholic 😂

@BexBookaholic Unfortunately mine are quite often second hand and well used 😬

@VickyBall3 @BWoostersauce Try Googling expressions with Road Trip or just Trip in them and using part of it, like in my other comment. ☺️❤️📚

@BWoostersauce It's a thriller about a couple going on a trip and something happening. Roughly- that's a rubbish pitch!

I'm really struggling to come up with a thriller sounding title for my newest WIP. How do you guys come up with titles? Sometimes they just come to me but with this one there's nothing!

@VickyBall3 @pearls4swineguy Try applying the story to an expression but only use half of it...like 'Monday's Child' (is fair of face) or the other part 'Fair of Face' kind of thing. Or use part of a rhyme like (If you go) Down To The Woods (today). Hope this helps. ❤️📚

@pearls4swineguy Yes I agree. I'll have to think harder!

@BexBookaholic Gorgeous colours to have together

My neighbour gave me these stunning flowers because she knows I have been having a rough time and I am beyond moved 🥹

@LucyChalice 1000? Really? Where my people at then?! 🤷

@stephenRB4 Autumn 🍁🍂

If could live in one of the four seasons for the rest of your life, which one would you choose? 🍁 ☀️ ❄️ 🌷

@LucyChalice @aron_seb85252 Crazy how it's rarely men who feel like this, isn't it? Glad you're ok x

@aron_seb85252 I’m fine. He’s gone and I’m out of hiding now. 😅

You're stuck in an elevator with the main character of the last TV Show/Film you watched, who is it?

@KMFollett Yes, classical music

I never play music while I’m writing. That’s not because it distracts me. On the contrary, I’m so deep into the imaginary world that I just don’t hear the music. How about you? Do you listen to music while you work?

@LeannaRapier I've just had to alter the ending of one of mine. Turns out he's actually an ok guy after all. 💕🤓📚

Writing Question: Have you ever written a character intending them to be a villain, and you fell in love with them and made them a hero instead?

@DarranSF Which is always a good move 😉

@sjbwrites I do track my numbers, mainly to make sure they're just not zero.

Writers, do you keep track of the number of words you write? Just a desperate writer asking dumb questions to get some interaction… Disclaimer: This is a parody post. Any replies may be subject to time zone delay and blistering sarcasm.

@James_Batchelor 🤓

(And a huge thanks to @sjbwrites for this opportunity) societyofauthors.org/event/writers-…

Quick reminder: If you've ever been interested in writing non-fiction, or even if you were on the fence about it, consider watching my Society of Authors talk tomorrow. It's online, and it's free!

An Egyptian Goose down by the River Lea in Bow (LB Newham today) pausing whilst feeding. Very noisy creatures, not sure how well they get on with local houseboat residents.

The real person behind my business. This 6yo was mischievous, creative & excitable. And I've not changed at all. 📚🤓🥳 This is who coaches new writers, edits manuscripts, and delivers courses through For The Love of Books. Link in bio or loveofbooks.co.uk

What: Creative Writing Taster Courses Where: Artisan Alley, St Osyth, Essex When: Wednesdays in March & April Contact Artisanalley260@gmail.com to book your place.