Andrew Chapman / Author and Screenwriter

When I finished Wode House I wasn’t sure whether to submit to literary agents and publishers first or, self publish with a view to seeking representation.

I decided to see if I could create a mailing list to establish and generate interest. I said to myself, if I could get at least 100 people on my mailing list with a view to hoping half of that would buy my book that I would self publish initially.

The mailing list reached 100 within hours and as such I decided to take the risk of self publishing.

Launch day was Monday, 03/06/19 and it was a complete whirlwind. I’ve sold more than 50 copies (the second goal in self publishing) and already I’m receiving phenomenal feedback.

I originally hoped one person would enjoy it. Here are some of the comments from feedback I’ve received so far:

‘Rachel, it’s brilliant’

‘honestly, I couldn’t…

This evening I took part (observed) a webinar with Mark Stay and Mark Desvaux, creators of The Bestseller Experiment. This was a once in a lifetime opportunity to virtually meet, and interact with @bestsellerxp and it did not disappoint.

The Bestseller Experiment set themselves the task:

Fifty-two weeks.
Two Marks
One Bestseller?

Could a book be written and published in one year?

The two Marks began their mission setting up a podcast, going out weekly, recording their attempts to learn about, to write and to publish a bestseller. Their podcast delved deep into the world of writing, interviewing different individuals from the publishing and writing world with chart topping and bestselling authors.

Their weekly Podcasts have not only been entertaining and engaging but they have helped me on my journey as a writer, picking up tips and tricks along the way.

The opportunity to be involved in their webinar was…

In addition to it being the run up to the launch of my novel Wode House, I’m really excited about the launch of the audiobook of The Accidental Scoundrel.

The Accidental Scoundrel is a novella written by my partner Andrew Chapman. You can purchase the paperback and Kindle versions via Amazon however, the audiobook launched today with Audible!

Andy has provided me with tremendous support during my own writing journey. I’m extremely grateful for everything I have learnt from him, for his perseverance when I’ve wanted to throw in the towel and for the tips he has given me along the way.

The Accidental Scoundrel is a truly laugh out loud book that you cannot put down. A real page turner that takes you on the hilarious journey of Richard.

Plot synopsis
A group of elderly and bored aristocrats have taken to stealing rare and priceless items to pass the…

The whole writing journey has been a complete roller-coaster, but the last few days have been a whirlwind.

I announced my publication date on Saturday 25th May 2019 and have received incredible messages of support since. Not only has this support come from expected sources such as family and friends, it’s also come from strangers. Strangers I’ve met and become acquainted with through social media. Social media’s influence in today’s world is no real secret but it is incredibly humbling to have people approach you wanting to find out more.

Wode House was created from my mind. I nurtured and developed characters and their back stories, locations and furnishings, and by far my favourite creation was a completely new idea and concept around a particular item featured heavily in my book. I don’t want to give spoilers but I am certainly looking forward to receiving feedback after people have read…

Thanks for joining me!

Hello. For those of you who don’t know me, I am Rachel Howells. My first novel, Wode House, will be available in paperback and on Kindle on 03/06/19.

…by the sweat of your brow you will eat your food until you return to the ground, since from it you were taken; for dust you are and to dust you will return…

Genesis 3:6-19