• Update – two free Kindle books, and a Merry Christmas

    It has been a little while since my last update, so this felt like a good moment to share what I’ve been working on ready for the festivities that will soon be upon us. Two free Kindle books I currently have two children’s books available as free Kindle downloads, for a limited time. The first…

  • The last couple of months have been slighty bonkers . . .

    First, I must apologise for not posting for what seems like ages, but now seemed the right time to share what I have been up to. There are three things, no, actually four, if you count the story I’m writing about a woman who is on the verge of a breakdown, that might be based…

  • Flynn’s the Bin: A New Adventure

    I’m excited to share that my latest book, Flynn’s the Bin, is now published! The story is set in the vibrant insect city of Buzzington. It is tucked away in an overgrown garden. Readers are introduced to Flynn, a bug with a reputation for getting into trouble. With his big eyes and buzzing wings, Flynn…

  • Get Festive with The Spin Cycle Squad – Christmas Edition

    As the festive season approaches, I want to thank everyone for their support this year. I’m thrilled to announce the release of my latest book, The Spin Cycle Squad – Christmas: That’s a Wrap! If you’re looking for a good read, I invite you to try it. It will definitely get you in the festive…

  • Personalised Storytelling for Children on the autistic spectrum: one story at a time

    Since graduating from my MA in Creative Writing, I’ve taken on a new academic adventure: a PhD focused on how authors like me can collaborate with parents to create personalised stories for children on the autistic spectrum. The exciting part? I’m exploring how large language models (LLMs)—yes, the same kind of AI that powers tools…

  • “Don’t cry because it’s over, smile because it happened” – commonly attributed to Dr. Seuss

    It’s been a while since I last posted, and I owe you all an apology. Life has been more than a little hectic, and part of that has been dealing with some heartbreaking news. Sadly, our beloved Rufus, who was such a big character in our lives, had to be put to sleep. He was…

  • Enjoyable Reads for the End of Summer

    It’s been a challenging few weeks as we wait for crucial biopsy results for one of our dogs, Rufus. He’s been bravely battling reactive histiocytosis, which has caused him significant discomfort. Despite trying different medications, nothing seems to be working just yet. We’re eager to hear what the next steps will be from the vets,…

  • Argonaut: Inspired by a Gordon Setter’s Unbreakable Bond

    Ever wondered what goes on in the mind of a dog? In my latest book ‘Argonaut’, I explore this through the eyes of Argo, a perceptive and loyal therapy dog. Inspired by real-life therapy dogs and their incredible impact on children, Argo’s story is one of love, trust, and the unbreakable bond between humans and…

  • Author Visit and updates

    Author Visit I recently had the pleasure of visiting a local school to speak with Year 9 students about my journey as an author. My left leg shook uncontrollably on the journey there but I was warmly welcomed. I felt honoured to be able to speak to the students and was given a thank you…

  • Father’s Day

    Father’s Day! That splendid day when we celebrate the marvellous men who taught us to be brave, to be kind, and to be just a little bit cheeky. I am honouring my dad, my mum who played the role of father for so many years and my 91 year-old stepfather with a poem titled Brown…