London Writers' Salon #107: Niamh Mulvey — Writing Literary Fiction, Short Stories & Navigating The Publishing Industry, Creating Memorable Characters
Jun 11, 2024
Niamh Mulvey, a talented short story and literary novelist from Kilkenny, shares her journey from Hachette editor to published author. She reveals the transformative moments that define a writer's creativity, emphasizing character development's role over strict story structure. Niamh discusses the challenges of navigating the publishing industry, including maintaining authenticity amidst external pressures. She also reflects on the emotional significance of literary milestones and the delicate balance between authenticity and social media in building an author platform.
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Early Writing Ambitions
- Niamh Mulvey's early writing ambitions were broad, aiming for the writing world generally.
- She felt tentative about her writing, but publishing excited her, leading her to work experience at Quercus.
Publishing Insights
- Working as an editor gave Niamh Mulvey a practical understanding of the publishing process.
- This helped her approach publishing strategically, understanding her role within the team.
The Downside of Industry Knowledge
- Niamh Mulvey's publishing work made her view creativity transactionally, hindering her writing.
- She focused on marketability over creative vision, impacting her writing's authenticity.
