Category Archives: Novels

Happy New Year!

Posted on January 16, 2023 by blogaboutwriting

Gosh, look at that date! Over half way through January (and it’s ‘Blue Monday’ apparently!) and this is my first post of the year. Apologies but I am in head-down-saying-no-to-all-invitations writing mode, as I have a deadline of mid-March to … Continue reading →

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In Which I am Slightly ‘Behind’ with the Na-No-Wri-Mo-ing

Posted on November 13, 2022 by blogaboutwriting

I know I said this last time but it really is a ‘quickie’ from me today because I am *supposed* to be doing NaNoWriMo and I am miles behind. I should be on almost 22,000 words by the end of … Continue reading →

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Book Launch & Paperback Giveaway!

Posted on November 5, 2022 by blogaboutwriting

UPDATE: The winner of my book + chocolate giveaway, drawn by random name wheel thingy (as pictured!) is Jennifer Green. I’ve been in touch with Jennifer and the goodies are on their way to her. Well done Jennifer! I meant … Continue reading →

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No Time Like The Presents!

Posted on October 28, 2022 by blogaboutwriting

The time has flown since I last wrote and I’ve been busy, busy! After almost three years, I sadly gave up my two daytime creative writing classes on 17th October (due to no time!). I was showered with cards and … Continue reading →

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Bathtime!

Posted on September 30, 2022 by blogaboutwriting

Since I last wrote, I’ve been to Bath with some friends. Lucky me. Have you been? It is one of those places I’ve always wanted to visit, especially as I am a fan of Ms Jane Austen who, (I’m sure … Continue reading →

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Ten Things About My New Novel: ‘The Highland Girls at War’

Posted on August 20, 2022 by blogaboutwriting

1. It’s set in Scotland (yeah, I know, that’s pretty obvious from the title!) in 1942 – 3 and it’s about the ‘Lumberjills’, the Women’s Timber Corps. The Lumberjills worked in forests all over Britain, by the way but I’ve … Continue reading →

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Cover & Title Reveal!

Posted on August 9, 2022 by blogaboutwriting

Firstly, I apologise if this all seems very boasty-boasty but if I can’t write about my forthcoming book on my own blog, I’m not sure where I can…! So, here goes: You might be interested to know that the cover … Continue reading →

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Novel & Short Story Competition

Posted on July 28, 2022 by blogaboutwriting

As I write this, the Opening Ceremony of the Commonwealth Games is on in the background. Hmm.. am not sure about it. But then, I’m never that sure about any opening ceremonies (apart from London 2012 when the Queen met … Continue reading →

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I Finally Get To Do a #Shelfie

Posted on April 14, 2022 by blogaboutwriting

Hellooo! I can’t quite believe I’m saying this (where HAS the first quarter of the year gone?!) but Happy Easter to you all. I hope you get some time to relax, read, write or whatever makes you happy (and of … Continue reading →

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‘A Wartime Secret’ – Paperback Giveaway

Posted on March 17, 2022 by blogaboutwriting

Update: The winner of my book + chocolate (drawn this morning by random wheel name spinner thing) is Derek B. Well done, Derek. I have emailed him for his details. Thanks everyone for entering. I may have more giveaways coming … Continue reading →

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