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To Not Cry
Putin’s invasion, the West’s weak response, and the resilience of Ukraine—discover how Polina’s artwork captures a nation’s spirit.
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Jan 262 min read
That's the Way to Do it
The best creative writing manuals to hone your craft. From Natalie Goldberg's Writing Down the Bones to Stephen King's On Writing
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Jan 262 min read
That’s The Way To Do It
Top creative writing guides like Stephen King’s On Writing and Natalie Goldberg’s Writing Down the Bones for inspiration and tips!
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Jan 192 min read
The Writers' Hub: A Creative Oasis in Coventry
On a frosty morning, I joined Coventry’s Writers' Hub. Led by Poet Laureate Jo Roberts, it’s a haven for writers to grow and inspire!
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Jan 122 min read
New Year, New Determination
Kickstart the New Year with fresh determination! Discover updates on Book Three, reflections on Douglas Stuart's Shuggie Bain, and thoughts
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Nov 29, 20241 min read
A Joyful Library Week
I had a wonderful Library Week visiting venues in Northern Ireland and Kenilworth. Engaged audiences, thoughtful questions...
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Nov 17, 20242 min read
Book Extravaganza at the Belgrade Theatre, Coventry
A successful Book Extravaganza at Belgrade Theatre with inspiring chats, book swaps, and connections. A day to remember!
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Nov 7, 20242 min read
A Heartfelt Connection
Grateful for the warm reception at St Nicholas Ladies Group as I shared 'No Going Back' & 'After.' Such a lovely audience & inspiring venue.
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Oct 28, 20242 min read
A Fish Out of Water? Bob Mortimer's Literary Catch
Bob Mortimer’s The Satsuma Complex surprised me—it’s clever and funny. Intrigued? Read on to find out why.
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Oct 13, 20242 min read
The Perils of Predictability
In this post, I explore why predictability can weaken serial fiction.
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Sep 28, 20243 min read
Dancing With The Devil
A ballerina's arrest for aiding Ukraine solidifies my decision never to visit Russia. Its regime echoes personal tragedies from my family's
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Sep 15, 20242 min read
From Tuscany to Triumph: A Writer's Journey
I attended a writing workshop with Rupert Thomson, discovered his incredible novels, and was reminded how vital learning is for every writer
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Sep 2, 20242 min read
A Thousand Splendid Silences
In this post, I explore the Taliban's latest oppressive measures against Afghan women, who are now banned from speaking.
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May 1, 20241 min read
Warm Welcome
A wonderfully warm welcome from Judy Brook, her staff and customers at Kenilworth Books made my day. This is a delightful bookshop and,...
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Apr 14, 20241 min read
'Allo 'Allo
My talk at Warwick Books started with a famous catchphrase from the comedy show: 'Allo 'Allo. Listen very carefully. I shall say this...
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Apr 2, 20241 min read
Local Press
A fabulous article published in the Leamington Spa Courier. Thank you so much!
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Mar 7, 20241 min read
After - available now
Here it is - a striking cover with an inspired typeface hinting at emotional breakdown and physical chaos. As followers of this website...
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Sep 24, 20231 min read
After
This is the new title for my sequel to No Going Back. And this is one of the many designs my husband, Mike, has come up with for the...
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