Hi gang! Happy Sunday! Today I'm absolutely thrilled to welcome the wonderful Annette Hannah to the blog as part of her tour celebrating the release of her debut novel, Wedding Bells at the Signal Box Cafe. I'm absolutely thrilled for Annette - we've known each other as bloggers for maaaaannnnyyyy years, so for us both to have our debut out in the same month is awesome! And when you've hung out with Annette here, she's interviewing me over at her place today too - come visit! Ladies and gents. I give you - drumroll - Annette Hannah! I have been a book blogger for about five years now and on ..read more

Hello gang! Long time no blog... but I’m here with lots of news. Are you sitting comfortably? Then I’ll begin. Actually, where to begin? I guess... at the beginning? As you might know, I’ve been a book blogger for about a decade now - writing about and reviewing books from a range of genres - but mainly commercial women's fiction. It has been the such a rewarding journey, and I’ve met some incredible people along the way - other readers, authors and industry folk. All this time, I’ve dreamt of writing my own books. At the beginning of 2019, I finally decided to take that dream seriously ..read more

I'm thrilled to welcome Zara Stoneley to the blog today with a guest post as part of her publication blogtour for Summer With The Country Village Vet - which was released on the 26th May. Why a Girl's Best Friend is a Man with a Dog by Zara Stoneley Dogs don’t love everybody, they have standards. You know that if a dog loves his master, then the guy is doing something right. Whether he’s the strong silent type, or as lively as a basket of spaniels, there’s a good chance you can rely on him. A man with a dog understands rewards – he’ll bring you chocolate, or flowers. He understands that th ..read more

Hi Lauren! Thank you so much for taking part in this week’s #Friday5. Huge congratulations on the DVD release of Fallen here in the UK – the film is beautiful and it was really exciting to watch your characters brought to life. So… now to pick your brain a little… 1. Can you tell us a bit about how much involvement you had in the creation of the film version of Fallen, and what this experience has been like for you as the author? I'm an executive producer and have worked closely on the movie. I've loved collaborating with Scott Hicks on bringing the story to the screen. I worked on the scrip ..read more

In yesterday’s review of the lovely The A to Z of Everything by Debbie Johnson, I touched on the fact that the relationship between Andrea and Louis was one of the most moving testaments to the different forms of true love that I’ve come across in a book. Despite being in a completely platonic relationship, Andrea is Louis’ love of a lifetime. And that got me to thinking about other books that have showcased true love that exists in forms other romantic love. The one that instantly springs to mind actually comes from a genre that sits outside of my usual comfort zone. Cassa Star by Alex J. Ca ..read more

I'm thrilled to welcome Sue Shepherd to the blog today for a guest post. Sue is the author of Love Them and Leave Them - a story that explores the consequences a snap decision can have on your life, and the lives of your friends and family. One decision- two very different outcomes... You can find my review of Love Them and Leave Them here. Over to Sue... The first film I remember watching that explored the ‘what if?’ theme was ‘It’s a Wonderful Life.’ I doubt I need to explain the premise to you, but, just in case you’re that one person who’s never settled down to watch it during the festiv ..read more

I'm delighted to welcome Eve Devon the the blog today as a part of her blog tour for The Little Clock House on the Green... The Little Clock House on the Green – Quick, to the Writing Cave Hello and thank you so much for stopping by to see my Bat Cave (Writing Cave). This is mostly where the ‘magic’ (Kermit-flailing, tea-drinking, muttering and procrastination) happens. At Chez Devon, we refer to it as The Garret – a nice technical term for the teeny-tiny room at the top of our stairs. I deliberately write with my back to the window to avoid distraction and when I can’t write because I need ..read more

#amreading: Just started on The Little Clock House on the Green by Eve Devon, out now from Harper Impulse. Wonderful bit of reading ready for the weekend! Tea: English Breakfast by We Are Tea. Because you can't beat a gorgeous cup of English Breakfast! Biscuit: So sue me- they're doughnuts, not biscuits. The shop didn't have jam doughnuts, so custard will just have to do - I'll nibble around the filling and leave the rest (that counts as dieting, right ..read more

#amreading:  If I Forget You by T. C. Greene, published by Corvus, paperback release date 1st September 2016 Tea:  Good old PG Tips Original- because sometimes, you just can't mess with the perfect cuppa. This has always been my 'family tea' - and is like a lovely comfort blanket. Cake:  Home made tea-loaf from our own recipe (pop back this afternoon for the recipe and method). Made with PG Tips Decaff tea, this one contains no fat - unless you smother it in butter- like I usually do ..read more

#amreading:  The Ice Beneath Her by Camilla Grebe, published by Zaffre, Kindle and hardback available now, paperback release date 6th April 2017 Tea:  Strawberry & Vanilla Fool by the London Fruit & Herb Company - a rich, tangy berry tea with the added softness of vanilla. Biscuits: Cadbury Chocolate Fingers... well, it's got to be better than chewing on my own fingernails at the scary bits ..read more