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First Impressions: The Word is Murder by Anthony Horowitz

I thought it might be terrifically good fun to try writing a series of ‘first impressions’ posts, where I give my heartfelt opinions on my immediate reaction to a book that I have only just begun reading.So, without further ado, let's dive into my first impressions of The Word is Murder by Anthony Horowitz. 

My Book Ratings Explained

Here is a handy-dandy breakdown of what I mean whenever I do give out star ratings.

Book Review: The Marlow Murder Club

I had high hopes for this book from the outset. Aside from the fact it had generally good reviews on Waterstones, it was also written by the creator of Death in Paradise, which I very much enjoy. Like Death in Paradise, this book is terrific fun as long as you don't think about it too hard.

What Happened When I Tried Writing a Different Genre

They say a change is as good as a rest. I recently decided to put that to the test by writing a novel in a genre I have never attempted before: a cosy mystery.

5 Themes Children Will Really Understand

Children just need themes they can relate to. Sex, politics and coming of age stories will generally go over the heads of most children, but there are plenty of other big themes that won’t.Here's some of my favourites.

6 Six Word Stories for the 6th

It’s time for another exciting installment of ‘6 Six Word Stories for the 6th’, and I’m not going to lie to you: I found this one way harder than I thought I would (especially that rainbow). For those who don’t know how this works, I roll six ‘story dice’ and make up 6 six word […]

Free Giveaway on All My Books!

Between 31st July and 4th August (Pacific time) you'll be able to download the Kindle version absolutely free. Get it while it's free and be sure to leave me a kind review if you liked it 🙏🙂

Detective Mo & The Christmas Conundrum – Update

Mrs. Claus put something other than tea in Santa's tea. Okay, so it was magic carrots rather than drugs but still... That's not cool. That's not cool at all.

Get the New Look Penstricken: Collected Stories!

If you haven't already got a copy of Penstricken: Collected Stories, get yourself along to Amazon right now and bag yourself a copy of the brand new even prettier paperback edition!

Project E is DONE (More or less)!

I am relieved to say that my YA novel, known to all but the chosen few as Project E, is finally done.