books – Andrew Sharp Fantasy Author

New addition to the family

Not getting much writing or reading done at the moment as we have an 11 week old puppy – Maggie-Mai. A golden retriever, old english sheepdog cross. She’s black in colour now but will gradually change to an old english pattern.

Final decision – no newsletter

So, the decision to do a newsletter was a long deliberation before I decided to do it. I researched all that I could, signed up to EmailOctopus (free account), created a template and started working on content. Then I looked at all the work I still need to do before I die. I’m not beingContinue reading “Final decision – no newsletter”

As I’m considering my first author newsletter, here is a bit about me.

For anyone who might be interested in my newsletter or work. I went to a school where writing 5000 words was a punishment in detention. I always wrote over 5000 on whatever weird subject title they gave me. At that time, I didn’t know I wanted to be a writer. In those days, I alsoContinue reading “As I’m considering my first author newsletter, here is a bit about me.”

We Wake

We wake, we move, We eat, we drink, We play, we work, We wake, we move, We eat, we drink, We play, we work, What happens when we don’t wake, Will we look back and wish, We wake, we move, We love, we give, We care, we are wanted.

My first painting for 2025

My first acrylic of the year 80x60x2 cm – title, Wish Tree. I know, I’m slacking on the painting front. However, 41,802 words written for the second book of my new fantasy series. Book one out later this year as I’ve submitted it to 7 agents for representation. 3 have said no already, but comeContinue reading “My first painting for 2025”

Writers should read a lot.

I did a post in September 2024 that maybe suggested a writer should not read. I want to clarify that is not specifically what I meant. Writers should read as often as they can or have a strong history of reading their genre. I aimed my former post at reading while intensely writing. While deeplyContinue reading “Writers should read a lot.”

Keep Trying

Keep trying, head held high Never let that hope die Don’t let others tell you that your plans are awry Failure is simply a step towards success Stumbles and falls just part of the creative mess Move beyond and ignore the stress With you head held high you can see far With great belief youContinue reading “Keep Trying”

Traditional Vs self-publishing

Nearly every writer wants a traditionally published novel or book. It’s considered an achievement of recognition for their skill and the years of effort they have put in. However, many self-published authors have succeeded too. Then there are the traditional authors that, with a publishing house, agent, and ghostwriters, have a top selling book butContinue reading “Traditional Vs self-publishing”

Want to stand out?

Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, but it’s a no-win position. Even if you succeed, you’ll be indistinguishable from all the other mimics out there. Develop your own style, whether that is as a writer or an artist. When you craft and create, find yourself. However, there is no magical tip, idea, trick, orContinue reading “Want to stand out?”

Writers have to write everyday

Many famous writers give this advice, but it’s wrong. However, writing regularly and improving your writing skills is a good habit to form. I need to write several times a week, otherwise I might lose the flow of my book. I have a life outside my writing and so cannot commit to every day, butContinue reading “Writers have to write everyday”