It always means so much when readers take time out of their day to drop me a note.
Holding On is set in my hometown, though I never really had a strong Derbyshire accent myself. (If you’re curious, a quick YouTube search for “Derbyshire accent” gives a flavor—it’s surprisingly close to King James Bible English: full of thee (you), tha (also you), and thine (yours).)
I actually wrote the manuscript long before I imagined narrating it. At first, I toned the dialogue down, but when I started reading it aloud, it just felt too proper. Now I find myself sneaking little localisms back in—and editing the text to match—because otherwise, it doesn’t quite sound like the people I grew up with.
P.S. I’d love to hear which moments land most for you as you keep listening—always helps me stay grounded in what’s working.
Thank you for the wonderful narration- it makes it so easy for this busy mom! When I don’t have time to read I can always put on headphones :)
Thanks, Hannah.
It always means so much when readers take time out of their day to drop me a note.
Holding On is set in my hometown, though I never really had a strong Derbyshire accent myself. (If you’re curious, a quick YouTube search for “Derbyshire accent” gives a flavor—it’s surprisingly close to King James Bible English: full of thee (you), tha (also you), and thine (yours).)
I actually wrote the manuscript long before I imagined narrating it. At first, I toned the dialogue down, but when I started reading it aloud, it just felt too proper. Now I find myself sneaking little localisms back in—and editing the text to match—because otherwise, it doesn’t quite sound like the people I grew up with.
P.S. I’d love to hear which moments land most for you as you keep listening—always helps me stay grounded in what’s working.
Robert Ford's writing and narration bring Rachel and Ralph, and their heartwrenching family dilemma, to life. Please enjoy his art...