Category Archives: plot

Ash, by Alys Einion

Posted on July 31, 2018 by alyseinion

This week I am pleased that my next novel, Ash,  has been nominated for the Guardian Not-the-Booker Literary Prize. Being on the Longlist is a real honour, so thank you to the person who nominated me.  https://www.theguardian.com/books/booksblog/2018/jul/30/not-the-booker-longlist-vote-now-to-decide-the-2018-shortlist?CMP=share_btn_link Ash has been a labour … Continue reading →

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The Story You Always Wanted to Write – A workshop

Posted on June 27, 2014 by alyseinion

In a few short weeks I will be offering a workshop at LFest, which takes place at Uttoxeter racecourse on 18th to 21 July. My workshop was born out of my own desire. I always knew, you see, that there … Continue reading →

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One Month to Go . . . . . !

Posted on June 17, 2014 by alyseinion

Well, today marks one month exactly until Inshallah, my first published novel is released. Today the publishers told me they are pushing the button to start the print run – making my longest held dream a reality. I can’t wait … Continue reading →

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Plot. So What?

Posted on May 13, 2010 by alyseinion

Plot? Does it matter – this is the endless debate. When I started the book, I didn’t think about plot – not at all. Because the story arc was already in existence, I simply thought of it as a chronological … Continue reading →

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