“I’d always dreamed of being a published writer but had never managed to finish a novel I was happy with. Eight years ago, I decided it was now or never. Signing up for the TLC Manuscript Chapter and Verse Programme was a major part of that commitment to myself. I considered an MA and other writing courses but decided on TLC, not only because they’d been recommended by writers, but because the mentoring programme offers one to one, bespoke work with a published writer. TLC paired me with Jane Adams, the perfect match. The manuscript was a forerunner to The Departed. Working with Jane helped me to find my voice and was an unmissable part of my development as a writer. It also meant that when my detective, Leigh, popped into my mind, I already had the setting for the book.”
Sarah Mellor,
The Departed,
Harper North
