by Ellie Dean
Learn your craft. Do your apprenticeship by writing, writing and writing – and reading. Persevere, take advice and don’t get precious about your work. The publishing world is tough, so be prepared to develop a very thick skin.
11. What is your favourite book of all time and why?
There are so many favourites, it’s hard to choose. Exodus by Leon Uris was the first adult book I read when I was about eleven, and it inspired me to one day write a brilliant story. Delicious by Nicky Pellegrino because I adore Italy and the Italians, and this book is redolent with the scents of olive oil, garlic and herbs!
12. If you could be a character in a book, or live in the world of a book, who or where would you be?
I’d be the female captain of a pirate ship, sailing the Caribbean and being romanced by someone dashing and handsome – like Ross Poldark!
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First published in Great Britain in 2018 by Arrow Books
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