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Tag Archives: writing a novel
New year, new book
It’s 3rd January today but I don’t feel as though the year has started yet as my partner and son are still on holiday. Correction, I don’t feel as though my WORKING year has started yet. I’m not great at … Continue reading
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Introducing…Sleep!
I’m so thrilled to be able to share the cover of my sixth psychological thriller with you. Isn’t it stunning? All Anna wants is to be able to sleep. But crushing insomnia, terrifying night terrors and memories of that terrible … Continue reading
Posted in CL Taylor novels, Sleep, Uncategorized, YA Thriller
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Why publication day is like standing naked in the street…
At last! After months of wishing, hoping and doing more PR than I ever thought was possible (thanks Avon and LightBrigade you’ve been amazing) the day is finally here – it’s publication day for ‘The Accident’. In some ways publication … Continue reading
