In Conversation with Author Linda Green
Having been writing novels since she was only eight years old, Linda Green decided to follow her childhood passion, and embark on her career as an author. And she hasn’t looked back since… Now, with a multitude of novels in her portfolio, she shares with us some of her top tips in the world of publishing, writing and crafting.
1. You released your latest ‘One Moment’ earlier this year. Would you be able to tell us a bit about it?
It’s a story about two people, 10-year-old Finn and 59-year-old café worker Kaz, who are about to meet for the first time. What they don’t know is that the second time they meet, will be a moment which changes both of their lives forever. It’s a story about not fitting in, losing someone you love and how the kindness of strangers can sometimes be the one thing which will pull you through the toughest of times.
2. How difficult was it for you to get your books published?
It took me almost seven years and 102 rejections from agents before I got my first book deal. I’ve now sold more than 1.3 million copies of my ten books, so I’m very glad I persevered and hope that serves as an inspiration to other writers who might be experiencing rejections.
3. What is your writing process?
I’m very much a plotter and planner. I let the original idea germinate in my head for a long time while I test it to see if it’s strong enough for a novel. I then spend several months researching, working on characterization and planning the entire novel before I write a word. I know many authors who do things differently but all I can see is, that’s the way which works for me and it’s about finding out what works for you.
4. Which has been your favourite book to write?
My seventh novel, While My Eyes Were Closed, was my first psychological thriller. It was set over seven days, whereas most of my books span several months, or a year. It was fairly straightforward to write and I loved the intensity of the plot and the central character Muriel, who abducted a child, was fascinating to write.
5. What advice would you give to aspiring authors?
Persevere but don’t do it blindly. Listen to feedback, try to improve your work all the time and if you can afford to have a professional critique done by a service such as the Times Literary Consultancy, it could make all the difference.
6. Are you writing any novels at the moment?
Yes, I’m working on my eleventh novel, which is a modern day take on Romeo and Juliet, set in a bitterly divided northern Britain in 2019 and told mostly from the point of view of the two mothers of the star-crossed teenagers.
This interview was not paid
All videos and photos come from Linda Green’s website and Youtube channel
Website: http://www.linda-green.com/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChVtZJKjHioMUhGUOCbX2pQ
