I tend to describe myself as "a creative writer". The reason for that is I get bored easily. I write books, yes. But then I also write comedy sketches, and I read books. And, if I feel strongly about something I read - I sometimes write reviews too. After all, if someone goes to the trouble of telling you a story, it's not unreasonable to tell them if you liked it, or not. Feedback helps a writer to learn, to develop their skills, and to gain a following. Yes, especially if those reviews sometimes seem a little harsh!
So far, I've written and self-published two novels, a memoir and a travelogue. Along the way I have had feedback that has encouraged me to develop my skills - and while I won't pretend I sell a lot of books, I do enjoy writing. I take my time to make sure that everything I publish meets a high standard. To me, there's no point in churning out substandard dross that fails to get interest by the end of the first chapter. If I want to build up a readership, then I have to work for it. I set a bar for myself that matters, and I won't put my work out there until it meets the same standard of the books I like to buy from other authors.
If that's how you see it too, then I hope you will read my stuff. I've also created a website (www.alanveale.com) where you can learn more about me, my published works, kangaroos and tattoos.
And you can use it to offer your opinions too!
One man's adventures in pursuit of an eccentric relative, hidden away in the lost Lancashire village of Little Snogging by The Bus Stop.
What would you do if you'd been christened Amer by parents with the surname Head?
How about changing your name to Martin? Especially if your eccentric widowed father has just 'resigned from the position'. It seems Martin's real father might be his uncle, which is dubious, given his sexuality. And not easy to investigate, as Uncle Teddy hasn't been in touch for over ten years.
There are multiple secrets to uncover once Martin arrives in Little Snogging by The Bus Stop – where no-one owns a mobile phone, or pays tax of any description!
Martin discovers the village was granted independence from the UK over two hundred years ago by King George III, but what is the connection between our present Royal Family and an exclusive beer called Royal Pissup? Why are there so many identical twins, and will the Biggest Secret of all turn out to be Martin's?
Title : Secret Snogging : an Introduction
EAN : 9798227732040
Publisher : Alan Veale
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