I’m C. J. Solomon – welcome to this website. You can find out more about my books here, read my fantasy blog, get a free book by joining my email newsletter opposite, or download free puzzles and templates on the Book Samples page.

I write non-fiction books that are designed to help writers achieve greater success and I run a book editing business, Meroda UK Editing. I have a degree in English, Media and Communications.

I also write fiction, including fantasy, science-fiction and historical mysteries, under the names Clare Solomon and Clare Jayne. I live in the Highlands of Scotland and counts the Loch Ness Monster as a close neighbour. I’m an animal lover and vegetarian and, when I’m not working, I’m usually trying to read twenty different novels and non-fiction books at the same time.

My writing career has had its ups and downs. I tried and failed to get accepted by a traditional publisher for about twenty years, which was devastating as writing was the only career I had ever wanted. It also made me insecure about my writing ability. When self-publishing became more established I tried that and have been relieved and grateful to gain a lot of loyal readers. My experiences have made me want to help others with their writing and author careers.