Last night I had a power cut.
When the lights are off…
What is a writing retreat?
Getting away... Writing is a solitary occupation. Most of the time, we sit at our desks and the most exciting stuff we do is research stuff on the internet. When does a wild flower bloom in the UK. (Hint, it won't the same time everywhere.) What butterflies lay their eggs on nettles? What plant will …
What I’ve been reading…
It's all about bookshops This last couple of weeks I've been reading books set in bookshops. There are an awful lot of them in pretty much every genre. I started by downloading samples -- such a great thing. Some I didn't read further, not because they aren't a great read, but at that moment they …
What I’m reading…
The Three Dahlias I've been waiting for this book ever since I heard that Katy Watson's trilogy had been snapped up by Constable. I was lucky enough to have a Netgalley ARC but Katy is a friend and colleague and I bought a beautiful signed, hardbound edition for my keeper shelf. Because it is …
New books…
Well, not totally new... I'm sorry if I've been missing in action here on my blog. I promise you I haven't been idle, but that's news that will have to keep. What I can tell you is that I've been refreshing two of my earlier books and given them both gorgeous new covers designed by …
Re-wilding… it’s a thing.
This garden of weeds took home gold! The plot - named Weed Thriller - was handed the award at the RHS Tatton Flower Show in Cheshire.Horticulturist Sandra Nock told the BBC that they thought they might be given Nil Point by the RHS but, on the contrary, they were receptive and complimentary. She added that “Without …
Happy Valentine’s Day!
We all need love - so here's a joyful little card to wish you all a very happy Valentine's Day. Just click on the picture.
Reading in lockdown
There hasn't been much good news in the last couple of years, but one of the few positives to come out of lockdown has been an increase in reading. According to the Guardian, book sales are the highest they've been for ten years. And Forbes magazine which quick to predict that sales of romance novels, …
New year, new book!
Publication day, part 1 This is probably going to be the longest publication day in history. Redeemed by Her Midsummer Kiss was supposed to be a February release. Unfortunately, something went wrong -- I've no idea what -- and the January titles were delayed so the February titles have been released in January. It should …
Happy holidays!
I'm away until after the New Year, when I'll be back with news of my new book, Redeemed by Her Midsummer Kiss. Meanwhile, I want to thank you all for being on my team and to wish you all a very happy Christmas and a peaceful and healthy New Year.
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