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April 21, 2022
What I’m reading this spring
Spring in North Wales is increasingly pleasant; one might even say ‘sunny’. As a result, I can spend much more time out of doors and especially in my garden, meaning a lot more reading. So, with book two of the Haven Chronicles in the hands of Burning Chair and progress on book three going well, …
March 15, 2022
Writing a book: solo project or team effort?
As book two of my fantasy series, the Haven Chronicles, moves closer to its ‘fly – be free’ moment, I’ve been thinking a lot about whether writing and creating a book is a lone process or not. Can it be done by an author in isolation or does it require the input of others? Solo …
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February 17, 2022
5 ways to show your love to a writer
Do you have a writer in your life? Whether it’s your sister, partner, grandpa, or friend, there are plenty of ways to show them that you care beyond gifts and evenings out (although those are good too). Here are five ways to show your love to a writer. Ask but don’t ask too much Checking …
January 17, 2022
What you can expect from me in 2022
Does anyone else feel like 2021 was a practice run for 2022? Not that it was terrible; plenty of good stuff came into my life last year. It just felt like wading through mud in fluffy slippers whilst balancing an overfilled suitcase on my shoulders. That’s why my phrase for this year is ‘back on …
December 24, 2021
And that’s it for this year
It’s Christmas Eve. The presents are (finally) wrapped and under our sparkly tree. It’s time to settle in for a restful evening with the family. Before it gets too busy with cooking and unwrapping of gifts tomorrow, I’d like to wish you all the very best of festive holidays. May it bring you what you …
December 22, 2021
Author interview with Pete Oxley
This is the last of my December author interviews, but don’t be too sad because we’re going out with a good one. Pete Oxley is not only a fellow fantasy author but also one of the faces behind those lovely bookish people, Burning Chair Publishing. Hi Pete. Lovely to see you today. Why don’t you …
December 21, 2021
Author interview with Claire Wade
The big day is almost here and I’ve still got presents to buy (and wrap). But there are more important things to spend my time on – like interviewing authors for your entertainment. Today, I’m talking to author Claire Wade about her novel, The Choice, and her future writing plans. Hi Claire. Lovely to see …
December 16, 2021
Author interview with Lily Lawson
Today’s interview is with poet and author Lily Lawson. Lily is very active in the Twitter writing community and a great advocate for fellow authors and poets. Hi Lily. Lovely to see you today. Why don’t you introduce yourself to the readers before we get started? Thank you Fi. Lovely to be here. I’m Lily …
December 15, 2021
Author interview with Niki Baker
I’m back again with another author interview for you in the run up to Christmas. Today it’s the turn of climate fiction author Niki Baker – pen name N R Baker. Hi Niki. Lovely to see you today. Why don’t you introduce yourself to the readers before we get started? Thanks so much, Fi. Hi …
December 14, 2021
Author interview with Suzanna Williams
Another week (closer to Christmas) and another author interview – this time with my good friend Suzanna Williams. Hi Suzanna. Lovely to see you today. Why don’t you introduce yourself to the readers before we get started? Hello Fi, and all your awesome readers. In preparing this interview, I realised my author photo was taken …
