Ask the Author: Ellie Holmes
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Ellie Holmes
She was alone and all the doors and windows were locked so how come she could hear footsteps in the hall? Heart pounding, she watched the door handle turn.
Ellie Holmes
I don't have a set list - I'll read whatever takes my fancy next. I prefer spontaneous choices. I think it keeps your choices fresh and interesting.
Ellie Holmes
I'm a keen amateur genealogist and I have uncovered some very interesting characters in my extended family tree. Several of their stories would make good plots for a book. All I need is time to write them :)
Ellie Holmes
This was a tough question for me to answer! It would have to be Mary Yellan and Jem Merlyn from Daphne du Maurier's Jamaica Inn. The setting is so atmospheric and Jem suits that landscape perfectly, whilst Mary is the classic heroine you want to root for. Thank you for asking such a wonderful question. You've made me want to read the book again! Ellie x
Ellie Holmes
Hi Matt - Yes I always use proofreaders for my books. Best wishes. Ellie
Ellie Holmes
It's not something I have ever suffered from. Fingers crossed, I never do!
Ellie Holmes
Being able to give free reign to my creativity. I may be sitting at my desk but I can go anywhere in the world and do anything I like.
Ellie Holmes
Write something every day. Writing is something that has to be worked at. Honing that skill takes time and writing every day, even if it is just a few paragraphs, is a good habit to form.
Ellie Holmes
Writing is something I am driven to do. It is instinctive and if I don't write something creative on a regular basis I miss it.
Ellie Holmes
I wanted to write a book about someone who has hidden depths - the idea came from someone I used to say hello to every day on my way to work. One day I spotted them reading a French language newspaper and I was intrigued. I didn't know them well enough to ask them about it so I spun it into a story instead.
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