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Why One Reader’s Message Meant More Than a Day of Sales
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.
Fran Clark
Nov 7, 20253 min read
The Last Book Fair of the Year – and One Final Chance to Grab Wherever You Will Go for 99p
Join Fran Clark at the Guildhall, Lichfield on 1st November for her final book fair of the year — and don’t miss your last chance to get Wherever You Will Go for just 99p on Amazon before the Black History Month offer ends on 31st October.
Fran Clark
Oct 31, 20251 min read
The Books That Changed My Life (and Inspired Me to Write My Own Stories)
The Books That Changed My Life Every reader has those unforgettable books, the ones that stay with us long after we turn the last page....
Fran Clark
Sep 26, 20253 min read
A Busy Season of Books, Covers, and (Hopefully) One Last BBQ
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.
Fran Clark
Aug 22, 20252 min read
When Success Looks Different Than You Expected
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.
Fran Clark
Aug 1, 20252 min read
Launch Week, Book Fairs & Breathing Out
This is the week after my book launch and I reflect on what comes next.
Fran Clark
Jun 27, 20252 min read
Wherever You Will Go — Now Out in the World
A celebration of the release of Wherever You Will Go by Fran Clark
Fran Clark
Jun 20, 20252 min read
Step into 1940s London: The Setting of Wherever You Will Go
This is a behind the scenes look at the settings of Wherever You Will Go by Fran Clark
Fran Clark
Jun 13, 20252 min read
Why Historical Fiction Still Matters – Stories That Echo Across Time
A post that talks about why historical fiction matters to me and why I write it
Fran Clark
May 23, 20252 min read
The Women Who Walked Before Us – Real Stories That Inspire Fiction
The inspiration behind my historical fiction novels.
Fran Clark
May 16, 20251 min read
Marketing Without the Megaphone – An Indie Author’s Quiet Revolution
This is a post about my latest approach to marketing my latest novel.
Fran Clark
May 2, 20251 min read
The Voices We Carry – Who Gets to Tell the Story?
A post about dual timelines and dual POV in a novel
Fran Clark
Apr 25, 20252 min read
Plotting a Complex Novel as a Pantser: How I Found Clarity in My Writing Process
This is writing advice for authors struggling to plot their novel.
Fran Clark
Mar 7, 20252 min read
Trailblazers, Jazz, and 1940s Style: The Inspiration Behind In 5 Days' Time
Trailblazers, Jazz, and 1940s Style: The Inspiration Behind In 5 Days' Time
Fran Clark
Feb 22, 20253 min read
New Year, New Plans: Exciting Changes, A Free Read & My 2025 Author Goals
New Year, New Plans: Exciting Changes, A Free Read & My 2025 Author Goals
Fran Clark
Jan 31, 20253 min read
Thursday Thoughts: Breathing Life Into Fiction With Real-Life Characters
Breathing life into fiction with real-life characters
Fran Clark
Dec 5, 20243 min read
Thursday Thoughts: The Celebrity Book Deal Dilemma in Fiction Publishing
The Celebrity Book Deal Dilemma in Fiction Publishing
Fran Clark
Nov 14, 20244 min read
Thursday Thoughts: How to Promote Your Book in a Way That Suits Your Personality
How to Promote Your Book in a Way That Suits Your Personality
Fran Clark
Oct 3, 20246 min read
Monday Motivation: Toni Morrison's Path to the Nobel Prize
Monday Motivation post about the achievements of Toni Morrison
Fran Clark
Sep 23, 20243 min read
Thursday Thoughts: Writing to Market vs. Writing from the Heart
Writing to Market vs. Writing from the heart
Fran Clark
Aug 29, 20245 min read
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