My accountancy experience could come in handy if ever I find myself in the right position. For now, I'm very happy to write.

I never wanted to be a writer; I just had stories I wanted to share so I learnt how to write and kept going. If I could sing or paint, I would.

I don't have a schedule, but I can write for hours non-stop. If I'm drafting a book, I try and do a chapter a day. I dislike first drafts. Revision is a lot more fun, but it takes years.

I have to say that writing about my writing process is more daunting than writing non-fiction.

My accountancy experience could come in handy if ever I find myself in the right position. For now, I'm very happy to write.

For all forms, writing dialogue is almost like writing music. I pay close attention to rhythms and tones.

What works for me is that I read widely and stay focused on my writing. I'm no longer concerned about what happens in the literary marketplace. It is distracting and can lead to discontent.