After a book fair where sales just broke even, author Fran Clark shares how one heartfelt message from a reader who loved her novel Lovers reminded her why she writes — to connect, inspire, and tell emotionally rich stories that touch the heart.

Author Fran Clark shares a behind-the-scenes look at drafting However Far We Fall, the follow-up to Wherever You Will Go — a moving story inspired by the Windrush generation and the women who carry its legacy.

In my novel Lovers, Katey is a 17-year-old girl grieving her mother, Val. She never got the chance to say the words in her heart — until now. This blog post shares “A Letter My Character Never Sent,” where Katey reflects on missing her mum’s music, her warmth, and the way she made the family whole. It’s a tender glimpse into love, loss, and learning to find her voice again.

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.