Yesterday I sent my new cosy crime novel to a small selection of publishers. The list was small, because there aren’t very many publishers with good track records who accept direct, unsolicited submissions. That’s totally understandable, as there’s a huge number of authors hoping to get published. I know my chances of success aren’t big, but I’ve written the very best book I can and feel it’s worth trying.

Don’t worry – there was tea and cake! The day wasn’t typical, simply because it takes a long time to write a novel. And rewrite and edit it. And to have two lovely friends read it, and to edit taking their feedback into account. And for the three of us to go through that process twice. I’m really lucky to have that help and support – and the help and support of others with different aspects of my writing life. Thank you!