Welcome to the ‘Friday Five Challenge.' Would you BUY or PASS if you had only a thumbnail image and five minutes to decide? Welcome to the #FridayFiveChallenge. The original idea comes from Rosie Amber, and you can join up at https://rosieamber.wordpress.com The rules are laid out at the end of this post if you fancy… Continue reading Would You BUY or PASS? Diary of a Single Wedding Planner #FridayFiveChallenge
Category: Writing
Author Interview – Meet Susan Buchanan #TuesdayBookBlog
Today I am joined by, Susan Buchanan, author of contemporary fiction and mum to two 'wee cherubs'. Over to Sooz… The Fun Five: 1. What part of the world do you come from? I am from just outside Glasgow. I now live the other side of Glasgow, so I haven’t really gone very far, albeit… Continue reading Author Interview – Meet Susan Buchanan #TuesdayBookBlog
What Would You Tell Your 16 Year Old Self?
I don’t know about you, but as the end of a year approaches I can’t help but reflect on what I’ve achieved over the past twelve months. I guess it’s the non-fiction writer in me, but I do like to check in with myself occasionally and ensure I’m on track with what I hoped to… Continue reading What Would You Tell Your 16 Year Old Self?
Would you BUY or PASS? The Christmas Violin #FridayFiveChallenge
Welcome to the ‘Friday Five Challenge.' Would you BUY or PASS if you had only a thumbnail image and five minutes to decide? Welcome to the #FridayFiveChallenge. The original idea comes from Rosie Amber, and you can join up at https://rosieamber.wordpress.com The rules are laid out at the end of this post if you fancy… Continue reading Would you BUY or PASS? The Christmas Violin #FridayFiveChallenge
Author Interview – Meet Julia Wills #TuesdayBookBlog #ChildrensFiction
Today I am joined by author, Julia Wills, a lady with a unique comic voice and a passion for Greek mythology. Over to Julia… The Fun Five: What part of the world do you come from? I was born in Stafford but brought up in Stockport, the northern town famous for its great big Victorian… Continue reading Author Interview – Meet Julia Wills #TuesdayBookBlog #ChildrensFiction
Author Interview – Meet Lynn Gerrard #Poetry #TuesdayBookBlog
Today I am joined by poet, Lynn Gerrard, a keen activist for mental health awareness, newly anointed stand-up comedian (Stand Up To Stigma), and a serial worrier who enjoys a strict diet of fingernails and chocolate. Over to Lynn… The Fun Five: What part of the world do you come from? I was hatched in… Continue reading Author Interview – Meet Lynn Gerrard #Poetry #TuesdayBookBlog
30 Days of NaNoWriMo
Even though I was born in the spring and should cherish budding flowers and lambs-a-leaping, I do prefer the autumn months. Crisp mornings full of colour, hot chocolate stacked high with marshmallows, and, of course, Halloween. As a writer of fantasy, I am in my element around All Hallows Eve. I get to dress… Continue reading 30 Days of NaNoWriMo
Selling Your Books at Craft Fairs
Gazing out of the window, I see grey skies, muddy puddles and a blustery wind, forcing my neighbours to grip tightly to their umbrellas and briefcases, as they hurry to work. For me, however, I have the luxury of tapping away on my keyboard, still wearing my fluffy pyjamas, no make-up and nursing a steaming… Continue reading Selling Your Books at Craft Fairs
What influenced your writing?
We all have our favourite books, films and TV shows, and they can change dramatically as the years creep past. I was in the loft the other day, doing a spot of de-cluttering, and came across a box full of my childhood books. We’re talking about Danny the Champion of the World, Famous Five, and… Continue reading What influenced your writing?
Can photography help with your writing?
With the school holidays in full swing, all hope of getting any work done has been abandoned in exchange for family time. I am still managing to put pen to paper, but my time management is totally off the radar. I don’t mind. In fact, I cherish my family time. In a few short years,… Continue reading Can photography help with your writing?
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