by Josie | Dec 28, 2021 | #AuthorStyle, Writing
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.... 
by Josie | Jul 31, 2019 | #AuthorStyle, Writing
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,... 
by Josie | Jul 25, 2019 | #AuthorStyle, Imagination & Creation, 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... 
by Josie | Jul 4, 2019 | #AuthorStyle, Encouraging Reading, Events, Imagination & Creation, Workshops, Writing
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... 
by Josie | Jun 27, 2019 | #AuthorStyle, Encouraging Reading
Inspirational quotes are everywhere! I hope you love them as much as I do. I regularly share quotes on my social media accounts (you can check me out on Facebook and Instagram). Here are a few of my favourites: Even my bookworm daughter is reluctant to read the books... 
by Josie | Jun 20, 2019 | #AuthorStyle, Events
After my week in Fenwick at Easter, I had a long weekend away with my family and knew that I wouldn’t have time to write about my experience. Instead, Lum stepped in and shared a picture blog. Now that a few weeks have passed, I have the time to properly reflect...
