I regularly attend local libraries, schools and literary festivals to give an 'author talk' about my publication journey. I realise that not everyone has the chance at attend such a talk during the day, or on a specific day, so I've decided to bring my 'author talk' to you, in the privacy and comfort of your own home! 'Erin Green Readers' is a private Facebook group that has 149 members - to this group you need to belong in the coming days in order to gain access to my talk on Wednesday, 22nd May at 7:30pm. I intend to chat for about an hour ... though I've been known to yap for much longer at library events. I'm not selling books, I'm not selling anything - simply sharing my story from July 1994 to August 2017! An apprenticeship consisting of 23 years of trying! Thankfully, I made it to the finishing post on 1st August 2017 to become a published author! There will be chance to ask questions at the end - I have a prepared a question list in case no one has a question! If you aren't on Facebook then don't worry - I will be arranging a similar evening via Zoom in the near future - just keep returning to this blog for future dates. To join me on Wednesday evening - either search for 'Erin Green Readers'* via your Facebook app or press on the link below: Facebook group: Erin Green Readers * *This group is for readers - it is not for authors that know me in real-life. Therefore, not everyone that applies to join the reading group will be accepted. Thank you.
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13/5/2024 0 Comments Author talk at Mere Green libraryEach of my author talks is unique in the way it pans out as I don't learn lines or use script cards - I go with the flow and where the audiences' interest takes me. I never know whether the attendees are avid Erin Green readers, book readers or aspiring authors, so I try to cater for everyone. Today's author talk at Mere Green library was no different. I had an audience of 17 guests who were attentive and enthusiastic to hear details of my publication journey from 'secret writer to published author'. The topics covered were: Secret writer, July 1994, Noddy Holder, Previous jobs, Kate Fforde, Introverts, Classic books, Ghost writers, Chasing dreams Girl on a train, Library visits as a child, Shetland, Publishing contracts, Vanity press, A million published words, Post-it notes, Beatrix Potter & watercolours, Writing retreats, Debut novels, Village life, Euston station, Daphne du Maurier, 80/20 concept Inspiration sources, Parents & background, Brixham, Being brave, A room of one's own, Austen, Bronte and Dickens, What if? Author Talks: Libraries, book shops, writing groups, reading groups, schools, hobby/interest groups, community groups and wellness groups. If you're interested in hosting an 'author talk' email: ErinGreenAuthor@mail.com 10/5/2024 0 Comments Different desksIn recent weeks, I've returned to my habit of switching desks and locations in order to work. It's one of the advantages of writing that I can pop myself anywhere be it a library, cafe, train station or a waiting room and still write - you can't say that about all jobs! In recent years, due to 'lockdown' and then poor health, I've got used to being at home and simply working in different rooms to gain the same vibe and a slight change of scenery, but it hasn't been the same.
What I've missed from my regular desk jaunts around town is the background hum of noisy, lively humans, spotting their gestures and interactions, the overheard conversations and pleasantries of baristas/librarians/receptionists while I sit working. I've missed the unexpected conversations from passers-by who are curious about what I'm doing. Their spark of interest, intrigue and follow-on conversations about their favourite books. For some, their realisation that they haven't read a book in a while - which is mentioned a lot! I tend to opt for a quiet table on which to write, away from the foot-fall traffic and park for several hours with my laptop, notebooks and a coffee. I quite like the company of a student or two, especially at this time of year, as they've got their nose in a text book and rarely stir more than I do. I like overhearing the discussions of hobby or interest groups who meet at particular locations on certain days - their lively discussions can weave in all directions sparking thoughts and ideas for me. It might seem a ridiculous way to work but after several hours sitting in my writing room, with the same four walls and decor surrounding me, switching to 'another office' does reawakens the creative spirit. I know from experience, that if I'd stayed where I was at home, I wouldn't have been as productive by starting a new scene or chapter. So, any day that I'm flagging, seem too tired to write, my mind is drifting - I decamp elsewhere and begin again. As a result, I've been known to work at home, in a library and two coffee shops in one day! I even enjoy seeing the natural rhythm of the space I'm in: the frantic opening routine, the lunch time rush, the mob of teenagers after school and the quiet drift towards closing time - it's comforting that locations each have their unique 'clocks' by which they live and breathe. I tend to switch and rotate my locations, sometimes posting photographs of where I've been working on social media, though given the world we live in it tends to be at the end of my sessions - as I'm just leaving. Some establishments have spotted my social media posts and used them to encourage others to work/read/study in the space provided. 6/5/2024 0 Comments KindleUnlimited ...Woohoo! Nine of my books are now available on KindleUnlimited! Providing readers with 'unlimited' reading and listening via Kindle devices or free reading apps! What are you waiting for readers? Download a book today and dive into my world of love, laughter and happy-ever-afters! |
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