When I’m asked what sort of books I write, I sometimes describe my work as ‘book club fiction.’ It doesn’t fit neatly into any one genre, it’s character-driven and gives readers plenty to discuss. In this blog post I look … Read More
After a novel is launched comes the anxious, sometimes frustrating, wait for reviews to come in. Apparently, only one in a hundred readers leave reviews. But they’re more important than we may think, both to readers and authors. This post … Read More
The first launch event for Heartsound happened two weeks ago, the second, hot on its heels, two days later. I’m still coming down from the buzz of two fabulous events. These launches and the audience reaction helped focus my mind … Read More
Date: Wednesday 10th April, Times: 6pm – 7pm Venue: Five Leaves Bookshop, 14 A, Long Row, Nottingham. NG1 2DH Pleased to report that Five Leaves Bookshop, who are hosting my launch event on 8th April, have put on a second … Read More
With just over a month until the launch of my second novel, Heartsound, I’m pleased to report the book is now available to pre-order from my publisher. Head over to the Inspired Quill website to order a copy ahead of … Read More
UPDATE: event now fully booked but there is now a second launch on Wednesday 10 April. Details here. When: Monday 8 April 7:00pm – 8.30pm Where: Five Leaves Bookshop, 14 A, Long Row, Nottingham. NG1 2DH What: Launch of Clare … Read More
I’m excited to reveal the cover of my new novel, Heartsound and to bring news of its launch. I absolutely love the colours in this eye-catching design by Rebekah Parrott at Rose & Grace. Rebekah stepped in at short notice … Read More