Author FAQ
An important part of an author visit to schools is the opportunity for children to ask questions. As an introvert, I find this as daunting as the shyest child who doesn't speak. However, I am learning how to cope with and even enjoy the experience. On my most recent...
World Book Day Costumes Ideas for Adults
Naturally, there are lots of ideas out there on the internet for dressing-up ideas for children. But what about World Book Day costumes for adults who need to dress up for the day? I've come up with 5 quick and easy costume ideas for you.First up, going back to...
2021 Becomes 2022
So, here we are, nearly 2022! Who knows what it will bring? Despite all that is going on in the world, and that hiding away at home suits me to a T, I have decided that this year I'll be making things happen and being more visible as a children's author. My aim is to...
When a Home Means Friendship
Going out to visit a school still fills me with nerves. To counteract the thoughts of being 'not enough', I make plans to fill my time in the classroom to give the school and the children extra value. My visits are always more than a reading! We have treasure hunts,...
Kindness in Action
There have been a lot of stories of kindness and positive actions taken during the pandemic, from the amazing Captain Sir Tom Moore to children baking cookies for their neighbours. It makes you realise that there are some amazing kind souls in the world, and that we...
First Love
I went 'Live' on Facebook today and stated that everyone's first love was their Mum. A pretty bold claim, but one I stand by (excepting those who, for whatever reason, didn't get the chance to meet their Mum). Of course, as you grow up, love changes but...
Love Is … Reading Together
Long before we grow up and find someone to love and share our lives with, our first loves are our parents. And reading with a parent is something that most adults remember doing. Sharing a book together is a truly wonderful way to grow and keep that bond of love...
To Type or Handwrite?
To type or handwrite: that is the question. I am a member of a couple of Facebook author groups and this is a frequently asked question. There are many reasons given for individual choices. "I write my first draft by hand, at least for fiction. For non-fiction, I...
My Adventures in Creative Writing
On 25th April, I boldly went where I'd never been before, but had very much wanted to for a long time. Lack of confidence and time had always held me back. So when my best friend, Julia, told me she was thinking of attending a Creative Writing course, I asked if I...
Ambitions of an Introverted Author
As an author, my ambition is to sell lots of books and encourage the enjoyment of reading in children. As an avid reader myself, encouraging reading is relatively easy. It is true, books really can take you away to anywhere in this world and out of it. In my childhood...
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