There's been so much going on with new publications in the past few weeks my brain is addled, so I thought we'd have a short story for a change. 😀 Another in my song title series. Released by Elvis in 1961 and dedicated to siblings everywhere. ‘Oh, Mum. Do I have to? I don’t want …
When everything comes together
Sometimes it can be frustrating for authors to break the cloak of invisibility when entering the publishing world. Long hours are spent writing, editing, revising and endevouring to publicise their work. There are as many reasons for being a writer as there are genres. Some write purely for their own pleasure and some need to …
Characters and Q & As
As a change from my usual short stories, I thought it might be interesting to do something slightly different this week. Many authors are introverts, preferring to sit tapping at a keyboard instead of shouting ‘Buy my book.’ Fortunately, book bloggers are supportive in helping to spread the word, and one way of doing this …
Escaping the storm. Part 2
The continuation of the short story begun last week. Where was he? How long was a few days? He’d only gone out to meet some friends, so why didn’t he phone? My call went straight to voicemail so it looked as if I was on my own, for now at least. I spent a relaxed …
Escaping the storm and Autumn chickens
I'm delighted to announce the release of a brand new online magazine 'Autumn Chickens.' Although primarily aimed at the older reader, I'm sure all age groups will find something of interest. The features include various topics, opinions, interviews, books and competitions, and you might even find something from me. 😀 You can subscribe or find out …
Save the Last dance for me -The wedding
An accident was the start of my own writing career, so I can understand the initial feelings of helplessness in this short story. Save the last dance for me was released by The Drifters in 1960 and suggested by a friend for my song title series, but I thought it would be interesting to approach …
I can’t be with you tonight
This is a rather sad, but lovely song, and the next in my series of short stories inspired by song titles. I hope you are enjoying them. It was released by Judy Boucher in 1986. The text message came through as I was driving home from a shopping trip which had left my credit card …
