Indie author Fran Clark shares the chaos of preparing a last-minute book launch under pen name Rosa Temple, from spotting typos to tweaking covers, all while balancing book fairs, choir life, and one last UK summer BBQ.

Discover why indie books are shaking up fiction. Here are 7 powerful reasons you should be reading self-published authors and adding them to your TBR list.

A heartfelt reflection on measuring success as an indie author. Fran Clark shares the highs and lows of post-launch life, why sales aren’t the only marker of success, and how writing the next book is sometimes the best next step.

A quick behind the scenes about the importance of indie author collaborations.

Some fictional women stay with us long after the final page. In this Friday post, I’m sharing five unforgettable characters—from bestselling novels to my own—who found their voices in a world that tried to silence them. If you love emotional, layered stories about strength, identity, and truth, this list is for you.

This is the week after my book launch and I reflect on what comes next.

A post about dual timelines and dual POV in a novel

This is a post about letting when the time is right for readers to have see your new book.

This is a post about why I'm bringing my two writing identities together

This is writing advice for authors struggling to plot their novel.

Trailblazers, Jazz, and 1940s Style: The Inspiration Behind In 5 Days' Time

New Year, New Plans: Exciting Changes, A Free Read & My 2025 Author Goals

How I dealt with challenges and deadlines as a writer.

How to get motivated by looking at how much you've achieved already.

Breathing life into fiction with real-life characters

The Celebrity Book Deal Dilemma in Fiction Publishing

Thursday Thoughts: Una Marson, poet, playwrite, activist, journalist and broadcaster

Why Understanding Your Genre Matters for Authors

How to Promote Your Book in a Way That Suits Your Personality

How Creative Rest and Play make writers more productive.