R.N. Morris
@rnmorris.bsky.social
Writer of historical crime fiction and other things. Podcast scriptwriter on The Curious History of Your Home for Noiser. “Mesmerizing, repellent, bizarre, intelligent, dark, provocative… utterly fascinating…”
Booklist
Booklist
A reminder for writers everywhere from writing guru Col Newton. Don't neglect your health. For more about Col, see my book Cover Story: www.amazon.co.uk/Cover-Story-...
February 12, 2026 at 9:33 AM
A reminder for writers everywhere from writing guru Col Newton. Don't neglect your health. For more about Col, see my book Cover Story: www.amazon.co.uk/Cover-Story-...
Another great insight from #writing guru Col Newton. For more of Col's unique approach to writing see my book, Cover Story: www.amazon.co.uk/Cover-Story-...
February 11, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Another great insight from #writing guru Col Newton. For more of Col's unique approach to writing see my book, Cover Story: www.amazon.co.uk/Cover-Story-...
Col's thoughts on research are perhaps a little controversial. But don't knock it till you've tried it. For more of Col's insights into the #writerslife see my book Cover Story: www.amazon.co.uk/Cover-Story-...
February 10, 2026 at 10:15 AM
Col's thoughts on research are perhaps a little controversial. But don't knock it till you've tried it. For more of Col's insights into the #writerslife see my book Cover Story: www.amazon.co.uk/Cover-Story-...
For some reason, Col decided to change his voice filter. Anyhow, here are his thoughts on elevator pitches. For more of his unique writing insights, see my book Cover Story: www.amazon.co.uk/Cover-Story-...
February 9, 2026 at 8:45 AM
For some reason, Col decided to change his voice filter. Anyhow, here are his thoughts on elevator pitches. For more of his unique writing insights, see my book Cover Story: www.amazon.co.uk/Cover-Story-...
Today's tip is to the point. For more about Col, read Cover Story: www.amazon.co.uk/Cover-Story-...
February 8, 2026 at 10:11 AM
Today's tip is to the point. For more about Col, read Cover Story: www.amazon.co.uk/Cover-Story-...
Your daily dose of Col Newton #writing wisdom.
Except it's not necessarily daily and the wisdom of it is debatable. For more about Col, see my book Cover Story: www.amazon.co.uk/Cover-Story-...
Except it's not necessarily daily and the wisdom of it is debatable. For more about Col, see my book Cover Story: www.amazon.co.uk/Cover-Story-...
February 7, 2026 at 2:12 PM
Your daily dose of Col Newton #writing wisdom.
Except it's not necessarily daily and the wisdom of it is debatable. For more about Col, see my book Cover Story: www.amazon.co.uk/Cover-Story-...
Except it's not necessarily daily and the wisdom of it is debatable. For more about Col, see my book Cover Story: www.amazon.co.uk/Cover-Story-...
I think everyone’s been waiting for Col’s thoughts on this one. For more of Col’s insights, see my book Cover Story: www.amazon.co.uk/Cover-Story-...
February 6, 2026 at 11:39 AM
I think everyone’s been waiting for Col’s thoughts on this one. For more of Col’s insights, see my book Cover Story: www.amazon.co.uk/Cover-Story-...
Every writer has to learn how to deal with criticism. Col offers his thoughts. #writing #writers #tips For more about Col Newton, see my book Cover Story: www.amazon.co.uk/Cover-Story-...
February 5, 2026 at 1:58 PM
Every writer has to learn how to deal with criticism. Col offers his thoughts. #writing #writers #tips For more about Col Newton, see my book Cover Story: www.amazon.co.uk/Cover-Story-...
Managed to persuade Col to record his tips on video, though naturally he was keen to keep his identity secret.
February 3, 2026 at 7:01 PM
Managed to persuade Col to record his tips on video, though naturally he was keen to keep his identity secret.
Had a great chat with fellow author @timstretton.bsky.social for the Aspects of Crime podcast. Catch it on spotify or wherever you get your podcasts: open.spotify.com/episode/2666...
ROGER MORRIS talks to Tim Stretton on Aspects of Crime
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February 2, 2026 at 4:39 PM
Had a great chat with fellow author @timstretton.bsky.social for the Aspects of Crime podcast. Catch it on spotify or wherever you get your podcasts: open.spotify.com/episode/2666...
Col's thoughts on the thorny issue of writers' earnings... For more about Col, read my book Cover Story www.amazon.co.uk/Cover-Story-...
February 2, 2026 at 9:04 AM
Col's thoughts on the thorny issue of writers' earnings... For more about Col, read my book Cover Story www.amazon.co.uk/Cover-Story-...
Col Newton is real.
January 31, 2026 at 11:45 AM
Col Newton is real.
Col's thoughts on hope. #writing For more about Col, see my book Cover Story www.amazon.co.uk/Cover-Story-...
January 30, 2026 at 9:45 AM
Col's thoughts on hope. #writing For more about Col, see my book Cover Story www.amazon.co.uk/Cover-Story-...
Col's second tip today, following a question from @legatwriter.bsky.social. Don't forget to check out my book Cover Story for more of Col's unique insights
: amazon.co.uk/Cover-Story-...
: amazon.co.uk/Cover-Story-...
January 29, 2026 at 3:51 PM
Col's second tip today, following a question from @legatwriter.bsky.social. Don't forget to check out my book Cover Story for more of Col's unique insights
: amazon.co.uk/Cover-Story-...
: amazon.co.uk/Cover-Story-...
I think Col might have found the questions about collaboration a bit triggering. Thanks to bsky.app/profile/pdev... for this one. For more about Col, read my book Cover Story: www.amazon.co.uk/Cover-Story-...
January 29, 2026 at 9:15 AM
I think Col might have found the questions about collaboration a bit triggering. Thanks to bsky.app/profile/pdev... for this one. For more about Col, read my book Cover Story: www.amazon.co.uk/Cover-Story-...
Today's tip is in answer to @markpatricklynch.bsky.social who asked "Col, I have a great idea for a novel but no time to write it. If I share the idea with you and you write it, we can share the millions it will make 50/50. How does that sound?"
January 28, 2026 at 10:22 AM
Today's tip is in answer to @markpatricklynch.bsky.social who asked "Col, I have a great idea for a novel but no time to write it. If I share the idea with you and you write it, we can share the millions it will make 50/50. How does that sound?"
Today's #writing tip is in response to a question about foreshadowing. You can read more about Col Newton in my novel Cover Story: www.amazon.co.uk/Cover-Story-...
January 27, 2026 at 9:17 AM
Today's #writing tip is in response to a question about foreshadowing. You can read more about Col Newton in my novel Cover Story: www.amazon.co.uk/Cover-Story-...
Col answers @legatwriter.bsky.social's question about elevator pitches. #Writers if you have a question for Col, let me know and I'll pass it on to him.
January 26, 2026 at 9:18 AM
Col answers @legatwriter.bsky.social's question about elevator pitches. #Writers if you have a question for Col, let me know and I'll pass it on to him.
Today's tip was prompted by a question from author
Fiona Forsyth: "What are your views on a Substack as a writing aid, Col?" Col would love to hear from other #writers, so let me know if you have a question for him. For more about Col, see my book, Cover Story: www.amazon.co.uk/Cover-Story-...
Fiona Forsyth: "What are your views on a Substack as a writing aid, Col?" Col would love to hear from other #writers, so let me know if you have a question for him. For more about Col, see my book, Cover Story: www.amazon.co.uk/Cover-Story-...
January 25, 2026 at 10:30 AM
Today's tip was prompted by a question from author
Fiona Forsyth: "What are your views on a Substack as a writing aid, Col?" Col would love to hear from other #writers, so let me know if you have a question for him. For more about Col, see my book, Cover Story: www.amazon.co.uk/Cover-Story-...
Fiona Forsyth: "What are your views on a Substack as a writing aid, Col?" Col would love to hear from other #writers, so let me know if you have a question for him. For more about Col, see my book, Cover Story: www.amazon.co.uk/Cover-Story-...
Col offers some advice on how to deal with reviews.
January 23, 2026 at 9:38 AM
Col offers some advice on how to deal with reviews.
When it comes to #writinggroups, Col has a balanced view... To find out more about Col and his approach to writing, see my novel Cover Story www.amazon.co.uk/Cover-Story-...
January 22, 2026 at 10:23 AM
When it comes to #writinggroups, Col has a balanced view... To find out more about Col and his approach to writing, see my novel Cover Story www.amazon.co.uk/Cover-Story-...
Reposted by R.N. Morris
As #CharlesBaudelaire said: "The finest trick of the devil is to persuade you that he does not exist."
January 21, 2026 at 2:33 PM
As #CharlesBaudelaire said: "The finest trick of the devil is to persuade you that he does not exist."
Finding it hard to focus on your #writing? Col can help. Find out more about Col in my novel Cover Story. www.amazon.co.uk/Cover-Story-...
January 21, 2026 at 10:11 AM
Finding it hard to focus on your #writing? Col can help. Find out more about Col in my novel Cover Story. www.amazon.co.uk/Cover-Story-...