Pantsers, Psyche and garden paths.

I believe I started this blog in February around 6 years ago because ‘that’s what authors did.’ The intention was it would be a showcase for my books as they were published, and everyone would immediately rush out and buy them. It would make me rich and famous, and I could spend my life writing …

Marketing and ABC Destiny

First of all, thank you to everyone who responded to my questions last week, including the members of the Facebook online writing group during the blog posting day. You’ve probably heard me say it before but I love writing and hate marketing. I know all the theory and how things should be done, and that …

The allotment Part 2

Continuing the short story started last week while I consider other options for revising the blog. Where does the time go?  The allotment. Part 2 Some readers were surprised last week at the turn the story took, expecting it to be a romantic love story.  Read on. 😀  I totally lost it. Grabbing Jason by …

Change of Blog Format and Autumn Chickens -Not Fade Away.’

I'm considering changing the format of my blog and rather than post short stories, to concentrate on providing more variety relating to my work as an author. Since I started the site, approximately 4 1/2 years ago (how time flies!) there have been approximately 1,000 individual visitors who either follow or like my posts, but …

Best Man Part 2 and Autumn chickens

If you enjoy my short stories, you can find 'Christmas Rebellion,' describing Santa's problems, featured in the fantastic online magazine Autumn Chickens. Sign up for their free newsletter and join over 3,000 others who appreciate the wide range of features including books, prize draws and opinions, mainly aimed at the older reader, but open to …

Occupations and ‘How to Market your book.’

Something slightly different this week. Follow the link at the bottom of the story and it will all make sense. ‘Pay attention, ladies. Next week you’ll be leaving this school which has seen you grow from girls into young adults. We have tried to teach you not only the three Rs, but the ethos of …

Moany days of Christmas

I was delighted to contribute as a guest on Portobello Book blog for a series covering the Twelve days of Christmas. The third day of gifts, Three French Hens, is believed to represent Faith, Hope and Love.   You can click on the link or read the story below. The third day of Christmas ‘A …

Happy New Year and Thank you

This is the traditional time of year to look back and reflect on the past as well as looking forward to the future. Sadly 2016 will be mainly remembered for the number of celebrities who have died, some at a comparatively young age. There are almost too many to mention although David Bowie’s affected me …

What is a writer?

A truly magnificent guest post from my friend, Authoress Val Portelli  …this  ol’ Jurassic is blessed with gazillions of great scribbler pals on the Web, many of whose Guest Posts have graced this page… but seldom do I receive one that simply blows me away… yeez will enjoy this remarkably uplifting piece from my dear …