Author Update: Highland Romcoms, Vampire Micro-Dramas and Bittersweet Goodbyes
Latest news from Emma Baird: Highland romance novels arriving in Waterstones and Waitrose Scotland, a new vampire micro-drama and an update on Highland Proposal.
Writing
Rom-Com Author vs The Real World
Real life, as it turns out, has the audacity not to care about plot. I normally show up here with
Dinnae Be Up Yersel’: A Love Letter to Scottish Slang (and Men in Kilts)
Ever been told to “gonnae no’ dae that” and wondered if you’d just been sworn at or casually flirted with? Welcome to the wonderful world of Scottish slang—where “aye” can mean yes, maybe, or I suppose I’ll tolerate your nonsense. In this cheeky guide, we explore the lyrical highs and withering lows of the Scottish accent, and why it’s best to listen carefully (especially if romance is on the cards).
ProWritingAid’s manuscript analysis – a review
Where I breakdown for you my experience of using ProWritingAid’s new (ish) manuscript analysis tool.
A Writer’s Tale of Ambition, Advertising and Abject Failure
Ah, January. The month of new beginnings, fresh starts, and the crushing realisation that my writing resolutions might as well
2025: The Year of Finishing Things (and Giving Up on Others)
Ah, another year looms, full of opportunity, possibility and—if the past is anything to go by—several ill-advised distractions. But not
Merry Christmas from Pink Glitter Publishing (and Me)!
Well, here we are, folks—another year nearly in the bag, and I’m still here, clinging to the ever-slippery slope of
Flop Fiction Chronicles: November’s Greatest Hits (and Misses)
1,060 downloads. £44.76 in royalties. A respectable 2,500 words written… and then lost because I trusted a Kindle app. Throw in some TikTok videos so awkward they should come with a warning, and you’ve got the perfect recipe for my November highlights reel.
If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to just keep flopping, I’ve got the play-by-play for you. Spoiler: it involves a lot of Diet Coke, a little swearing, and a pinch of stubborn optimism.
[Read the full story here.]
October Book Sales Recap: Fame, Fortune…or Maybe Not Quite Yet
In October, a self-published author, Emma, experienced moderate success with 156 book downloads, mostly free copies, earning nearly £45. Despite boosting her Pinterest views, she struggled on TikTok and faced rejection from Wattpad for her pitch. Undeterred, she continues promoting her work and shares her journey with humor.
The Free Book promotion: the results
The digital age has revolutionised the way we publish, promote and distribute books. As an author navigating this sometimes rocky
