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
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
It’s been a while, but my second novel, Heartsound, is out soon! Set in Bath, Nottingham, London and Ljubljana, Heartsound is a literary coming-of-age novel that follows the fortunes of main character Chrissie through several decades. The narrative plays out … Read More
What’s involved in the process? Ever since Blue Tide Rising came out, people have asked ‘When’s the next one coming out?’ Pleased to report, I now have a date!! September 2023. Another question I get asked is: ‘why has it … Read More
Last month Whitby in north Yorkshire set a new world record for the number of vampires gathered in one place. The event – planned for the 125th anniversary of Bram Stoker’s Dracula being published – saw 1,369 caped, fanged, ghoulish … Read More
There are two things that keep writers awake. One is the fear monster that rears its head in the small hours of the night, the other is the creative brain going into overdrive. Both are sleep-slayers. For both, there’s an … Read More
After a last blast of summer, autumn is upon us. With its natural beauty, its distinct scents, its crisp air as temperatures drop, and all its associated emotions, it’s a season that has inspired writers throughout time. Today we are … Read More
September marks a new season in what has certainly been one of the strangest years in recent history For me, it brings with it another tentative step towards what we consider ‘normal.’ Last week I packed up my home office ready … Read More
For some, lockdown’s provided an opportunity to have a clear-out and I for one have started sorting out boxes etc that have been hanging around for so long I’ve forgotten what’s in them. Some of what I’ve unearthed has been … Read More
Maggie’s Creative Writing Group: – Virtual Workshop 2 While the group I run at Maggie’s isn’t meeting, we are having virtual sessions instead, and I’m posting the exercises here for others to join in. Here’s today’s session. Exercise 1: A … Read More