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May 2023
47m 19s

Writing a Long Running Series

Wendy H. Jones
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Today I am talking to Leigh Russell, author of the DI Geraldine Steele Mysteries, about writing a long running series. Leigh is now writing the 21st book in the series. We chat about developing story and character arcs, keeping the series fresh and so much more. 

https://www.leighrussell.co.uk

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