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Thank you @brunadeluca.bsky.social for sharing you #writinglife experience & telling us about #liviainrome - I have to read!!
Thank you for being bestest hostess @finlaysonpalmer.bsky.social
And great to chat to everyone this evening #ukteenchat

There’s definitely luck in publishing, so do what you can to meet it halfway–join a crit group, take courses, enter comps, read lots, try writing for different age groups. Livia actually started as a middle grade but I was able to revise and resubmit after chat with editor. #ukteenchat #liviainrome

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10. Do you have any writing advice or tips you’d like to share, please? @brunadeluca.bsky.social #ukteenchat #LiviaInRome

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9. Can you give us any hints about what you're working on next? @brunadeluca.bsky.social #ukteenchat #LiviaInRome

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8. Do you have any writing rituals, or a favourite place to write? @brunadeluca.bsky.social #ukteenchat #LiviaInRome

In the middle. Planster? I spend a bit of time on a synopsis for the big picture and overall shape, but that's as detailed as it gets. Once I know what the character wants, what's in their way, and where to end up, I claw my way through a first draft. HATE first drafts! #ukteenchat #liviainrome

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7. Are you a plotter or pantser? @brunadeluca.bsky.social #ukteenchat #LiviaInRome

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6. For anyone lucky enough to visit Rome, are there any must-see places you’d recommend? @brunadeluca.bsky.social #ukteenchat #LiviaInRome

Exactly! He embodies the very thing she wants...but will never have. Ouch! #ukteenchat #liviainrome

Right? I like wondering how on earth they get get together by the end of the book. We kind of know how romances end, but getting there is the fun part #ukteenchat #liviainrome

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5. The story involves working in a family bar, did you draw on real-life memories of Italian bars or cafés to give it that authentic feeling? @brunadeluca.bsky.social #ukteenchat #LiviaInRome

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4. Without giving too much away, was there a character or moment in Livia in Rome that was especially meaningful or enjoyable to write? @brunadeluca.bsky.social #ukteenchat #LiviaInRome

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3. Did you need to do any research for Livia in Rome? @brunadeluca.bsky.social #ukteenchat #LiviaInRome

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2. What inspired you to write about teen romance and the experience of being between cultures? @brunadeluca.bsky.social #ukteenchat #LiviaInRome

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1. Could you tell us a little bit about your YA, Livia in Rome, please? @brunadeluca.bsky.social #ukteenchat #LiviaInRome

Boosting because I’m OBSESSED with Livia in Rome. A beautifully written, fresh and funny FEEL GOOD teen/YA book that everyone should have on their list. #ukteenchat #LiviainRome #kidlituk

Welcome one and all to tonight's #ukteenchat, featuring the fabulous @brunadeluca.bsky.social - Have your questions at the ready and give us a wave if you’re here 🙋‍♀️ Remember to use the # so your questions don't get missed 😀 #LiviainRome

Next #ukteenchat will be tomorrow - Tues 2nd Dec 8-9pm GMT with the fabulous @brunadeluca.bsky.social who will be chatting all about her #YA romance - Livia in Rome 🇮🇹 All welcome to come and join in the chat, this one will be here on BlueSky 🙂
#writerslife #LiviaInRome #writingcommunity

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Hurrah #LiviaInRome by @brunadeluca.bsky.social was just what my rainy Scottish September Weekend needed. Transported to sunny Rome & a 'will they, won't they' romance ❤️ family secrets & great friends.
Get cosy and enjoy!

Thanks @chickenhousebooks.bsky.social & @youthlibrarygroup.bsky.social

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#BookPost ❤️ Feel like my weekend is starting early! 😄Adventures, Romance, Italy and Magic - but which to read first? 🤔
Thanks #ChickenHouse @youthlibrarygroup.bsky.social and @faberbooks.bsky.social ❤️❤️❤️

#LiviaInRome by @brunadeluca.bsky.social
#AlyssaAndTheEnchantedForest by #AlexandraSheppard

Hearty congratulations to the stellar @brunadeluca.bsky.social on the launch of #LiviainRome last night at @edinburghbookshop.bsky.social! Isn't it lush? Can't wait to read. 🤩😍🎉🍰📚

✨Ridiculously pleased to share the cover of my teen debut #LiviaInRome.

🎨I am obssessed with @aeadraws.bsky.social's gorgeous illustrations - just perfect for summer love in the Eternal city!

📚Coming July 3rd 2025 with @chickenhousebooks.bsky.social

#cleanteen #romance #thirdculturekids