The books I have loved this year, by coincidence, have all been by women and for the same reason: their writing is just incredible. All have an amazing mastery of the English language, showing worlds and characters in such a way that make them feel very true and real. So much so, I wanted to …
It’s easy because. It’s hard because.
It’s hard because you are different. There’s still so much you can’t do that we have to help you with. It’s easy because you’re unique. We have no formula to follow, or a list of known symptoms to worry about. We can make it up as we go along and adapt to what you need. …
Hurrah!
After an impatient few months, checking my e mails constantly like a lovesick teenager, I am excited to announce I have an agent! The lovely Ed Wilson at Johnson & Alcock loves my book and will be our enthusiastic guide through the tricky world of publishing over the next few months and beyond. I am …
My Books of the Year – 2016
This year I had one big aim – to read more. Logic dictates that if you’re going to become a better writer, you’d better become a better reader, so this year I’ve attacked my bookshelves with abandon. From non-fiction, to YA, and everything in between, I’ve managed to get through 31– and I’m not quite …
I think we’re all doing rather well – A poem for us all
So your son did a wee in the hallway, And your daughter had a tantrum in the road. You’ve run out of milk, the petrol’s at low, Your boss is practically speaking in code. You were late to work, the parking’s a mess, You’ve had a shit day from hell. It pissed down with …
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A Letter to my Little Boy
To my perfect little boy, I am so proud of you. Every morning you wake with a smile on your face and every night you go to bed with a chirrup and a grin. You face the things that scare you with bravery and courage and, over time, you improve and master them. You love …
