On MFAs, sustainable writing paces, indie publishing, and the joy of writing
When I’m struggling with writing, I like to write essays about my writing. My husband laughs about this. “So instead of writing, you’re writing about writing?” But that is exactly what I’m doing. It helps me to untangle my thoughts and understand what it is I’m really feeling and what it is I need to… Continue reading...
About That Rabbit…
So, rabbits are one of my favourite animals. I’ve always liked them, and since I was about seven years old, I’ve nearly always had a pet rabbit.
This is Sidney (trying to stuff as much grass into his mouth as possible):
Isn’t… Continue reading...
New UNTAMED Paperbacks Available Now
The new edition paperbacks for UNTAMED are available now!
The first two copies arrived at my house yesterday afternoon–check them out!
Cover Reveal for EVER IN THE AFTER: 13 Fantasy Tales
Hi everyone!
Today, I’m so excited to share the wonderful cover for Ever in the After: 13 Fantasy Tales. This anthology of fantasy/SFF short stories has been put together in aid of Lift 4 Autism, and releases April 1st, 2017. 100% of the proceeds will… Continue reading...
What Do My Characters Look Like? Here’s Three Sarr.
One of the questions I most get asked as a writer is, “Who do your characters look like? Which real-life people look like them?”
I usually give pretty vague answers, as I can never find actors who look exactly like how I imagined them. But today, I drew this! And he looks pretty much… Continue reading...
Art Competition — Win Books! #dreamYAbooks
Art Competition – Win Books! #dreamYAbooks
For the next three weeks YA authors Betsy Streeter and Madeline Dyer will be getting together to run an art competition. The prizes? Digital copies of our books:
We both love art. Aside from being authors… Continue reading...
Writing Messy First Drafts
I’m nearly halfway through my second first draft of Divided (I’ll explain why it’s the second one in a minute) and I’ve come to an important conclusion. First drafts, for me, need to be messy.
So, Divided is book three in my Untamed Series, and… Continue reading...
Grab book one in my dystopian series for $0.99/£0.99!
Hey, everyone!
Just a quick note to say that the kindle edition of Untamed is still on sale! (Yes, my publisher extended its 0.99 sale so it now ends on the 20th September!)
About Untamed
As one of the last Untamed humans left in the
Grab three books for less than $5!
Hey, friends!
I was talking with two other ladies in one of my writing groups and we realised we’ve each got a book with a huge discount sale running at the moment…which means you can get three YA novels for less than $5. Amazing, right?
About Fragmented 
Win a Prize Pack!
There are only 24 days until Fragmented releases, which means you’ve only got 24 days left to enter my pre-order campaign!
Everyone who sends me proof of their preorder of Fragmented will receive a free signed bookcard (either of Untamed or Fragmented–your choice!) and one person will win this prize pack!
How Do I Transform an Idea into a Full-Length Novel? [Your Writing Questions Answered]
So, welcome to the latest post within my new writing series, “Your Writing Questions Answered.” If you haven’t already seen my announcement about this series–or would like to submit your own question–then please hop over here.
So, this question is from Teresa:
I’m great at writing short stories, but freeze up at the idea of
One month to go until FRAGMENTED is here! Plus, win a paperback!
Friends, I can’t believe that my second novel, Fragmented, is only a month away. This book is so close to my heart and I’m super nervous (already!) about its release… I really hope you all like it.
Fragmented starts off where Untamed (book one) left us… Continue reading...
Writing Realistic Characters/How Can I Make My Characters Seem More Real? [Your Writing Questions Answered]
So, welcome to the latest post within my new writing series, “Your Writing Questions Answered.” If you haven’t already seen my announcement about this series–or would like to submit your own question–then please hop over here.
So, this week’s question is from Dani:
My characters don’t feel real when I write them. To me, they seem
Swag for FRAGMENTED has arrived!
So, my second book releases NEXT MONTH. And that’s pretty crazy.
Yesterday, a big box of goodies arrived on my doorstep and made the whole thing seem so much more real.
Yes, I have swag for Fragmented! (Notebooks, postcards, and mugs!)
It’s… Continue reading...
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How To Craft A Believable Dystopian World [Your Writing Questions Answered]
So, welcome to the latest post within my new writing series, “Your Writing Questions Answered.” If you haven’t already seen my announcement about this series–or would like to submit your own question–then please hop over here. To see all the answered questions so far, head over here.
This week’s second question is from Amy:
What’s
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How Long Should a Chapter Be? [Your Writing Questions Answered]
So, welcome to the very first post within my new writing series, “Your Writing Questions Answered.” If you haven’t already seen my announcement about this series–or would like to submit your own question–then please hop over here.
So, the first question we’ll be answering is from Laura:
So, about how long would you say a
Save 25% on these recommended books (including LGBT novels for teens)!
Hey, friends!
Great news! My publisher is having a sale and until the 14th August 2016, you can save 25% on your entire shopping cart with them! Just use the discount code ‘BTS16’.
I also believe this code can be used alongside the discount code ‘preorder15’ which saves you 15% on all pre-orders, so… Continue reading...
FRAGMENTED teasers…
Hey, everyone!
So, with my next book (FRAGMENTED, book two in the Untamed Series) releasing in 40 days, I wanted to point you in the direction of my most recent guest post.
Author Annabelle Jay asked me to write a post for her new blog… Continue reading...
What Have I Been Working On? Writing Update – July 2016
So, I realised it’s been quite a while since I’ve done a general writing update for you on my blog. But that’s because I’ve been kind of busy…
My second novel, Fragmented, is due to hit shelves in 45 days (eeeeeeeek!), and it’s just gone up for pre-order via my publisher’s websites, Prizm
Pre-order FRAGMENTED today! And Get Signed Goodies!
Hey, friends!
Good news! My second novel, FRAGMENTED (book two in the Untamed Series) is now available to pre-order through my publisher, Prizm Books (US only) or Torquere Press (international)!
And I’m running a special offer where everyone who sends me proof of their pre-order will receive a signed bookcard and an entry
Cover Reveal for FRAGMENTED (Untamed, #2) by Madeline Dyer
I am soooo unbelievably excited to share with you the gorgeous cover for my next book! Fragmented is the second instalment in my Untamed Series, and this book continues Seven and Corin’s journey as the War of Humanity progresses. Author E. Mitchell calls Fragmented “an amazing, dark, twisting YA book,” and I think that perfectly sums up book two… Continue reading...
60 days until FRAGMENTED releases!
Exciting news, friends! There are only 60 days to go until my next book is out in the world!!
That’s right: 60 days!
So, in two months, you’ll be able to read FRAGMENTED yourselves! I am so excited for this book to be out there. I love it so much–possibly more than UNTAMED… Continue reading...
Sign-ups for the Fragmented cover reveal are now open!
Hey, everyone!
Great news! The cover for FRAGMENTED (Untamed, #2) will shortly be revealed and we’re looking for bloggers to help spread the word and reveal the cover with us!
This reveal will most likely take place within the next week–sorry for the late notice–but anyone who’s participating will be sent the cover… Continue reading...
How UNTAMED began plus my very first notes!
So, if you’ve read any of the interviews I’ve done, then you’ll know that the idea behind my debut novel, UNTAMED, began after I watched this music video:
To be specific, it’s the scene about halfway through where there’s what looks like a pig’s heart being sold at a market. This scene made… Continue reading...
Find Signed UNTAMED Postcards at ALA
ALA (American Library Association) book fest is currently happening in Orlando, Florida, and I’m so happy to say that there are over 100 hand-signed UNTAMED postcards at this book fest for readers to grab!
Look how pretty they look!
UNTAMED by Madeline Dyer is on sale… 20% off until end of May!
[This post has been edited in January 2018 to provide up-to-date links and pricing info–so the saving is actually greater than 20%]
Hey there!
So, this is just a quick post to let you know that you can grab an ebook copy of Untamed for just $3.75! The original retail price… Continue reading...
1 Year Anniversary Bash for UNTAMED by Madeline Dyer & YA Book Chat
Hey, everyone!
So, we’re two weeks away from Untamed‘s first birthday–I still can’t believe that this book will have been out in the world for a whole year–so I’d like to invite you all to come along to the FB event on 20th May to celebrate!
I’ve Joined MyWriteClub!
So, just a quick post to let you know that I’ve joined MyWriteClub!
As I’m sure you’ll know, I’m a big fan of anything that keeps track of my daily word count and holds me accountable if I don’t write. For that reason, I LOVE the NaNoWriMo events, and I try to participate in… Continue reading...
Save 30% on UNTAMED for Valentine’s Day!
Exciting news, folks!
I’ve just heard from my awesome publisher that they’re running a Valentine’s day sale–and my debut novel, Untamed, is included!
To get 30% off Untamed–and partake in this offer–all you need to do is enter coupon code “Love2016” when ordering an e-copy of Untamed through Prizm Books or Torquere
Where Can I Get a Paperback of UNTAMED?
So, with the holiday season fast approaching–or rather, with it being here already–a lot of people have been asking me where they can get a paperback copy of my debut novel from. So, I created this handy list of the different places (that I know of!) that currently stock… Continue reading...
The Latest News From Madeline Dyer: Newsletter #2
Please note: this is an old newsletter, but I’ve decided to post it here, in case it contains any information you might be looking for. To make sure you receive the latest newsletter, sign up here. The latest (December 2015) newsletter has just been sent out, but will also be
Find UNTAMED at VCON and YA FEST 2015
Next month, there’s some awesome stuff going on. My debut novel, UNTAMED, will be making appearances at both VCON 2015 and YA Fest 2015!
The info is as follows:
VCON 2015 (2-4 Oct, with the Book Launch Reception on Oct 1st)
Writing Sequels Is Hard
Yes, that’s my conclusion of the week. Or even the month. The year? Hmm. Maybe not.
At the moment, I’m busy working on FRAGMENTED, which is Book #2 in the Untamed Series. I’ve got a completed draft (actually it’s the 13th draft of this book), and… Continue reading...
Save 35% on the ebook of UNTAMED by Madeline Dyer
So, I discovered something very exciting today. My publisher is holding a Back to School sale, and until the end of August 2015, you can save 35% on all their ebooks–including UNTAMED, my debut novel, a YA dystopian story of addiction, loyalty, and survival.
To get this 35% discount (which takes the price of UNTAMED… Continue reading...
So, UNTAMED is out there… + Paperbacks now available!
Just thought I’d write a quick post about how UNTAMED is doing so far. This book was published on 20 May 2015, so it’s been available for a little under three weeks, and I’m so pleased with all the feedback that I’ve received so far! I’ve had some great reviews and ratings (four and five… Continue reading...
