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Author Interview – Meet @LisaShambrook #TuesdayBookBlog #YA

I'm delighted to be joined by my second guest of the day, fellow YA author, Lisa Shambrook, as we chat about chocolate, killing off characters, and her latest release.  Over to Lisa: The Fun Stuff: What part of the world do you come from? I live in the gorgeousness that is West Wales. I have… Continue reading Author Interview – Meet @LisaShambrook #TuesdayBookBlog #YA

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#TuesdayBookBlog Meet Author Laura Elliot #Psychological #Thriller

I am delighted to invite author, Laura Elliot to join me for a chat. We discuss her new release, Sleep Sister, becoming a nun, and living in the loveliest place on earth. Over to you Laura: The Fun Stuff: What part of the world do you come from? I live in a coastal village called Malahide,… Continue reading #TuesdayBookBlog Meet Author Laura Elliot #Psychological #Thriller

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Understanding YA, NA and MG – A Writers Bible

An insightful look at the differences between MG, YA and NA genres from Sacha Black a.k.a Peter Pan 🙂

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#MondayMuse How a Writing Tutor Can Help #MondayBlogs

Inspirational people surround us at every turn.  To celebrate some of the incredible women who continue to motivate me on my writing journey I have decided to post a Monday Muse - a weekly look at the women who are my artistic inspiration. Last time I honoured my favourite NYT best selling author, Sarah J.Maas.  You… Continue reading #MondayMuse How a Writing Tutor Can Help #MondayBlogs

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#BookReview The Black Hours by Alison Williams #Historical #Crime

Author: Alison Williams Published: February 2014 Pages: 277 Category: Historical/Crime/Mystery My Rating: 5 out of 5 stars Review: I recently read a favourable review for Blackwater, Alison William’s second book and prequel to The Black Hours. The review was a glowing testament to the authors writing and research. I probably should have started with that… Continue reading #BookReview The Black Hours by Alison Williams #Historical #Crime

Book Reviews, Books, Fiction, Friday Five Challenge, Fun Stuff, Mystery, Rosie Amber's Book Review Team, The Writing Process, Thriller/Mystery, Urban Fantasy

Would You BUY or PASS? Moon Bayou by JR Rain #FridayFiveChallenge #Paranormal

Welcome to the ‘Friday Five Challenge.' Would you BUY or PASS if you had only a thumbnail image and five minutes to decide? Here is my contribution for this week: Having just read and thoroughly enjoyed The Black Hours by Alison Williams I was in a witchy kind of mood so typed ‘Witches’ into the… Continue reading Would You BUY or PASS? Moon Bayou by JR Rain #FridayFiveChallenge #Paranormal

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Oath Breaker – #Writespiration via @sacha_black #YA

As it’s the school holidays, my daughter dragged me off shopping this morning (like I needed any excuse to shop!). Upon returning home, I locked myself away in the writing cave with a loud cry of ‘I’m off to write another chapter!’ My manuscript hasn’t even loaded and already I’ve checked Facebook and just popped… Continue reading Oath Breaker – #Writespiration via @sacha_black #YA

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#BookReview Homecoming by Tanya Bullock #Romance #Novella

  Author: Tanya Bullock Published: April 2016 Category: Romance My Rating: 5 out of 5 stars Review: Rosie and Tom’s love story is one of the most touching romantic tales I’ve read in a long time. Tanya Bullock uses her impressive skills to weave their story between the present day and wartime memories. The characters… Continue reading #BookReview Homecoming by Tanya Bullock #Romance #Novella

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Author Interview – Meet @JaniceGPreston #Romance #TuesdayBookBlog

I am delighted to invite RNA Author, Janice Preston to visit my blog.  We chat about writing Regency romance novels, heroes in tight breeches, and wood-carving!  Over to you, Janice. The Fun Five: What part of the world do you come from? I grew up in Wembley, North London, but moved to Devon when I was 18… Continue reading Author Interview – Meet @JaniceGPreston #Romance #TuesdayBookBlog

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How The Jekyll and Hyde Effect Helps My Writing #Writing

  How the Jekyll and Hyde Effect Helps My Writing as a Multi-Genre Author. If it were possible for Dr Jekyll to uphold his social standing in Victorian London, while also entertaining his ‘inner demon’, Mr Hyde, then surely it’s possible that a writer can do the same. You see, I often think of my… Continue reading How The Jekyll and Hyde Effect Helps My Writing #Writing