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Books I love, places that inspire me, and the stories behind my stories.
Celebrating Yorkshire Day - Eighteen Fabulous Books Set in Yorkshire
I couldn’t let Yorkshire Day go by without showcasing some fantastic books that utilise the varied and stunning landscape of the White Rose County. I’ve chosen eighteen books that I think represent Yorkshire literature beautifully. And I’ve tried to represent the different ridings of Yorkshire, too - East, West, and North. Happy reading!
Ten Books to Read in Summer
Ten books that are either on my summer wish list, or which I’ve already read and highly recommend. A good mix and hopefully something to suit everyone.
Why Your Writing Journey Should Never Be a Lonely One
When you set out on your writing journey the road ahead can be a long and difficult one. That’s why you should never walk it alone. Here are just some of the people who helped me along the way as I went from a book loving child to a professional author.
Let’s Talk Books with Jessica Redland
I’m delighted to welcome my latest guest on the Let’s Talk Books feature. This week it’s the turn of Jessica Redland, multi-million selling author with Boldwood Books, mother-of-hedgehogs, and expert Sprocker-wrangler! Jessica tells us all about her reading habits and why she’s so reluctant to revisit her favourite books.
My September Reads 2025
The books I read during September 2025, featuring Sarah Hope, Agatha Christie, Jessica Redland, Dan Brown, LM Montgomery, and Lucy Jane Wood.
My May Reads
The books I read and loved in May 2025, featuring Kate Foster, Agatha Christie, Jessica Redland and Milly Johnson.
My January Reads
After cutting down on my evening television viewing, I managed to fit in eleven books in January. Here’s what I read!
Wonderland, Will, and Way Too Many Mugs!
A trip to Castle Howard to see the Alice in Wonderland installation, then a visit to Stratford upon Avon, where there may have been some gift shopping involved…
Following in Agatha Christie’s Footsteps - my thoughts on the Theakston Old Peculier Crime Writing Festival 2024
I attended the Theakston Old Peculier Crime Writing Festival in Harrogate for the first time ever. Here’s what I thought of it.
Looking on the Lighter Side ~ Celebrating Those Moments of Pleasure
In a stressful world sometimes you have to look for the little things in your life that make you happy. Find those moments of pleasure.
A Day in a Castle
Jessica Redland and I spend a rainy day at Castle Howard, where the Christmas decorations are stunning.
Five Things I Learned Since Becoming a Full-Time Writer
The ups and downs of leaving a permanent job to become a self-employed writer
Getting to Know The Write Romantics
Looking back on a post about writing group The Write Romantics, which was written to celebrate our fifth anniversary