Books have an incredible way of shaping who we are. They can comfort us, challenge us, and transport us to places we might never otherwise explore. As a writer and a lifelong reader, World Book Day is a chance to celebrate the magic of stories and their ability to mean different things to us at […]
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Author Interview – Alison Stockham
Why writing? I love everything about writing-from the opportunity to walk through different lives and experiences, getting into the emotions and mindset of the characters, through to the physical of either typing on a keyboard or writing with a gorgeous pen and paper. The whole experience is one I’ve always enjoyed. When did you first […]
Love or Control? Navigating the Darkness of Valentine’s Day with The Other Girlfriend
Valentine’s day often romanticises the idea of love, but as Lizzie in The Other Girlfriend discovers, love can sometimes mask something far more sinister. Through Lizzie’s journey, we explore the dangerous combination of narcissism, manipulation, and the quiet torment that comes with toxic relationships. At first glance, Tom, the charming ex-boyfriend, appears to be the perfect romantic […]
Author Interview – Amanda Brittany
When did you first realise you wanted to be a writer? From a young age I loved making up stories for my younger sister. We had bunk beds as children, and my words would help her drift off to sleep. Later I loved writing stories in English lessons at school, but it was many years […]
The Quiet Sister – Publication Celebrations
Join me to celebrate the publication of my brand new psychological thriller, The Quiet Sister. I’ll be chatting about the inspiration behind the book, doing a short reading from the first chapter and giving you the chance to ask questions. And of course, you’ll have the opportunity to get a signed copy of The Quiet […]
Author Life – A Visit Home
It was my dad’s birthday last month, so I headed back home to celebrate with my family. We’ve been talking about visiting Stoneleigh Abbey for years, and decided that Dad’s birthday was the perfect excuse to go there for afternoon tea. And what a good decision that was! The photos really don’t do it justice, but […]