Author: Richard Holliday
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State of Play: January 2026
In this January 2026 State of Play, I review recent progress and set out my plans for the next quarter. Ray of Light is nearing the end of its third draft and heading to beta readers, The Thaw has moved into professional copyediting, and the first book in my Disaster Series is well underway, with…
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Ray of Light: Letting neurodivergence show without telling
While revising the midpoint of Ray of Light, I found myself unexpectedly proud of a quiet scene that allowed a character’s neurodivergent response to stress to surface naturally. It’s a moment shaped by pauses, small actions, and gentle support, and one that reflects experiences I recognise myself.
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My Thoughts on Amazon’s New KDP EPUB & PDF Download Option
Amazon is introducing an optional KDP feature that allows DRM-free eBooks to be downloaded in EPUB and PDF formats. Some authors have raised concerns about piracy. In this post, I explain why I am not concerned and why I believe this change is a positive one for readers.
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