How long have you been writing for?

28 years, of which the last seven have been full-time.

What would you say is the most difficult part of writing a book?

The middle part, when the initial burst has worn off and you realise that there is still a way to go. The starting and ending are relatively easy, but the middle can feel like wading through treacle.

What genre do you generally write?

Historical fiction.

Do you have a favourite author and why...