Tag Archives: prose

Do you really have to work at being an author?

Back in the good-ole-days, which really weren’t; authors had to work hard! Imagine typing out a manuscript by hand, only to have to type out several versions with each edit? Physically having copies made, then mailing around the world, for an answer that may never come. With the advent of technology you’d think it becameContinue reading “Do you really have to work at being an author?”

Authors in Indie Blu(e) Anthologies: Emily Rose Cole

The incredible Emily Rose Cole stunned the Indie Blu(e) authors with her submissions to our anthology But You Don’t Look Sick (for sale HERE). Emily’s writing is just so superlative, it’s almost impossibly good. We absolutely loved her work, she was a stand-out from the very first read and consequently Indie Blu(e) nominated Emily’s writingContinue reading “Authors in Indie Blu(e) Anthologies: Emily Rose Cole”

Got snow? Get books!

One expected boon to inclement weather is the rarified opportunity to sit in front of a roaring fire in your favorite jammies and tuck up with a good book and a hot drink. What makes a good book? A memorable book? It’ll vary because our tastes vary but among the most popular ‘must haves’ are:Continue reading “Got snow? Get books!”

Suffering brings strength

Indie Blu(e) has published a number of ‘difficult’ subjects, including our We Will Not Be Silenced (anthology) on sexual-assault/rape, #metoo, Through The Looking Glass (anthology) on mental illness, and But, You Don’t Look Sick (anthology) on invisible physical illnesses. We’ve been asked – why go there? In may ways the crux of our existence asContinue reading “Suffering brings strength”

Christine’s Tried and True Process for Creating a Poetry Manuscript

Now that I have had a little time to get past the mad 2021 publishing rush and the holidays, I have started thinking about the exciting projects Indie Blu(e) Publishings has lined up for 2022. Every publishing journey starts with a manuscript and creating the first draft of a poetry/prose collection can feel very daunting. I knowContinue reading “Christine’s Tried and True Process for Creating a Poetry Manuscript”