Lou Gibbons

Nov 2, 2024 | writingcooperative.com | Lou Gibbons

And why taglines are there to help“I remember seeing a novel in a bookshop window once,” said a friend the other day as we walked around the lake. “The name intrigued me and, combined with such a beautiful cover, made me buy it.”The book was The Essex Serpent by Sarah Perry. Currently knee-deep in designing my own book covers, I jumped online when I got home and couldn’t help but agree that the book was eye-catching. Have a look here and see what you think.

Oct 25, 2024 | newinbooks.com | Lou Gibbons |Jillian Forsberg |Melissa Cole |John Ludlam

in Books to Read if You Like..., eBook, Literary Fiction, News 6 New Literary Fiction Novels to Remind You It’s Never Too LateIn a world that often feels rushed, these six new literary fiction novels beautifully capture the essence of timing and transformation. Each story reminds us that it’s never too late to pursue dreams, find love, or redefine ourselves.

Sep 23, 2024 | writingcooperative.com | Lou Gibbons

How to get it rightAnyone who has written a book will tell you it’s a ton of work. I’m not here to feed you falsehoods. I’m also not here to whine. Pursuing your heart’s desire requires time and effort. Do it if you love it. Don’t, if you don’t. Rant over. Excuse me, I get etsy with people moaning about how stressful following their dreams can become (insert ironically smiling emoji here). Anyway, I’m not even here to talk about writing books but something equally as challenging.

Sep 4, 2024 | writingcooperative.com | Lou Gibbons

Where will you find yours? Does the desire to write a novel keep you awake at night? We all have a book inside of us, or so we are told. The more cynical believe that is exactly where it should stay. Jokes aside, many have the capacity and talent to write a novel. But while a lucky few start with a fully rounded story, many are driven by the vague — yet laudable — ambition to simply create. Create? Great! Write? Alright! … But what? Does this sound like you? It was me.

Aug 21, 2024 | medium.com | Lou Gibbons

How to Get Rich(er) Quick(er)The cost of living is going up. For the most part, salaries aren’t. Are you keen to explore other ways of making money? Or — if you are lucky enough to have disposable income — maybe you’re seeking a better work-life balance? Either way, alternative revenue sources are becoming more interesting — and democratised — thanks to online opportunities and platforms.