I'm not sure when perseverance in the publishing game turns toxic, but I am sure that self-publishing is the panacea for it If you’ve been with me for a while, you’ll know that I’ve had something of a love-hate relationship with self-publishing, but that that experience has also taught me that self- and hybrid-publishing mightContinue reading "They love me, they love me not"

It was the launch of The Witch of Benbar’s Cross on Tuesday. I had a good time. A very good time. The wonderful Pippa Hudson was my discussant. Indie book shops ❤ Catriona, Lara and Shameez bringing the vibes Isn’t this just delightful? Some people dressed in hot pink to match the cover. That’s LaraContinue reading "I could’ve danced all night…"

Let's get real about the difference between creators and prompters; the creative process and the product (Updated note: I use the word ‘artist’ quite interchangeably as both a literal visual artist and anyone who creates – from writers to film makers to musicians etc etc. You get my drift.) Earlier this week the New York TimesContinue reading "Clash of the titan with the flea"

A book cover reveal, some love for other authors, some music, some books, and always the many blessings on your head for reading these posts… Ta-da. You’re the first to see it faraway friends: the cover of The Witch of Benbar’s Cross. It came to me in a flash one night a few months agoContinue reading "Drum roll please…"

A post about the Fuggler of Redemption and upcoming events, services, and workshops… This is a Fuggler. Tom gave it to me as part of my Christmas present last year (‘last year’ feels like 2024, but I mean 2025). It hangs from the desk lamp on the study table we share and we’re using itContinue reading "Well, well, well, 2026. What’s all this then?"