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#087: Victoria Hislop — Writing Bestselling Historical Fiction, Researching History, Character Development, Evoking Sense of Place, Planning A Novel

London Writers' Salon

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The Writing Process: Balancing Routine and Emotion

This chapter explores the authors' distinctive writing process, prioritizing pencil drafts to enhance their connection to the material. They discuss the balance of routine, exercise, and social engagement in fostering mental well-being, alongside the emotional toll of researching heavy historical topics.

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