News from Sarah Painter
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Dundee International Book Prize 2012
There are still a few days left to enter this competition for debut novelists. Entries are accepted (email only) until 1pm, March 1st, and the prize is publication and a cool ten grand. The judges include Philip Pullman and Stephen Fry (squee!). Head here for full details.
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How To Write A Novel: The only advice you’ll ever need
I’m working and not really here (shh!) but I just stumbled on this excellent writing advice via Neil Gaiman on Twitter and had to share. *Switches off internet*
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An alternative Valentine’s Day
Happy Valentine’s y’all. I’m a soppy bugger and like any excuse to exchange extra smooches/cards/poems/sweeties with my honey. If, however, you are busy bah-humbugging the holiday for its Hallmark-hijacked cuteness and the current adverts/shop displays have left you feeling queasy, here’s my Valentine’s Day antidote. Step 1. Listen to Jonathan Coulton.…