Journal
Journal
WRITING ADVICE: 1st or 3rd person POV
I asked on my social media what people would most like to see from me here. The answer was pretty unanimous: writing advice. So here it is. Let me know if there’s anything in particular you’d like me to cover here. Now for today’s question: choosing the right narrative voice for the novel. 1st person … Continue reading WRITING ADVICE: 1st or 3rd person POV
The top three things which cause me to throw a book across the room
So the title is somewhat exaggerated. I don’t really throw books across the room, but when faced with any of the below, I most certainly close them with disgust. As nearly every fiction writer, I’m a reader first. And in my reading journey, I’ve come across many lapses of writerly/editorial judgement. Many forgivable. Most forgettable. … Continue reading The top three things which cause me to throw a book across the room
2023 DOUBLE BOOK NEWS!
Exciting days are a-coming! I’m really excited to announce that this year I have two Slavic-folklore-inspired Fantasy novels coming out! Something for everyone: one for adults, one for children. The first one, THE STORM CHILD, is the continuation of Mara’s journey from The Wind Child. The sequel (and the last part of the duology) comes … Continue reading 2023 DOUBLE BOOK NEWS!
BOOK DEAL NEWS!
Announcement time! I’m beyond excited to finally be able to say it: my book will be a real thing. A real papery thing! With a pretty, pretty cover, a fabulous editor and a wonderful marketing team behind it and a lot of other things commonly associated with published novels! The fabulous Eleanor Teasdale from Angry … Continue reading BOOK DEAL NEWS!
Agent Representation Announcement!
Super excited to announce I have signed with John Baker from the well-regarded Bell Lomax Moreton Agency! John found my Twitter pitch during last September’s PitMad event on Twitter (SO worth participating if you’re seeking representation). Having someone so tremendously enthusiastic and knowledgeable in my corner makes all the difference. It’s tremendously important to have … Continue reading Agent Representation Announcement!
KICKSTARTER NOW LIVE!
Whispers in the Earth is now available via the kickstarter! A fully illustrated anthology of twenty stories inspired by world folklore! You can pledge your support here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/gabrielahouston/whispers-in-the-earth Stories from around the world, twenty full linocut illustrations and a variety of finishes and tiers available for every budget! https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/gabrielahouston/whispers-in-the-earth
WHISPERS IN THE EARTH – an illustrated anthology
Those who follow me on social media might have seen me post cryptic reels of carving, inking and printing linocut illustrations. I have actually been working on a collaborative project with 19 talented authors. Whispers in the Earth is an anthology of short stories inspired by world folklore, and how stories travel and grow over … Continue reading WHISPERS IN THE EARTH – an illustrated anthology
A NEW YOUTUBE SHOW AND PODCAST!
The first episode is now live, and I can tell you all the news I’ve been sitting on for a month and a bit while I’ve been secretly (not so secretly) recording the first few episodes. THE GABRIELA HOUSTON PROJECT, is what I grandiosely named it (because it’s my project, duh.), is a series of … Continue reading A NEW YOUTUBE SHOW AND PODCAST!
Pinocchio: A short story
I wince as a splinter forms just above where my index finger nail grows. Just below the top layer of the skin so I can see it crystallise from the flesh, a little swirly current of pain. # She’s unhappy with me. I understand. I’m late, ten minutes late to be exact. Another five and … Continue reading Pinocchio: A short story
Life with no fear?
From the series of “random thoughts I can’t shake off”, I got to thinking about how a highly socialised animal like a human function, were their brain/body unable to feel fear. Partially the question was inspired by a short story “Shudder” by Daniel Morden’s upcoming collection “Strange Tales”. In most of the animal kingdom, the … Continue reading Life with no fear?
A Writer’s Love Letter to Autumn
I have recently realised that pretty much all the books I’ve written begin in the Autumn.
AI and the Soul of Art
I have always found the concept of AI being programmed to produce art icky. Whether it’s for writing, painting or music composition. Not because I don’t believe computers will ever be able to produce something as good as humans do: I am not as naive as that.