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Darrienia and Herbal Lore, why I chose the charities I did

Hi all, I hope you are well on this wonderful overcast morning. As you know my debut books Darrienia and Herbal Lore are both due to be released on September 1st. Darrienia, as well as the fund raising raffle (see here for details), is donating 10% of author royalties to the UHNM (University Hospital of… Continue reading Darrienia and Herbal Lore, why I chose the charities I did

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Book review – For King and Country: The Saga of Thistles and Roses by Karen Gray

Good morning all, Last night I finished reading For King and Country by Karen Gray. I have to say that so far this year it is one of the best books I have read. The book itself follows the protagonist Morag as she starts to discover who she is and secrets she has been protected from… Continue reading Book review – For King and Country: The Saga of Thistles and Roses by Karen Gray

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Darrienia raffle goodies.

Hi all, I Hope you are well. Just a quick thank you, so far we have reached 50% of my fundraising target for the UHNM charity, thank you so much for your generosity. The raffle has been detailed in the August edition of Literary review, so hopefully that will assist in making the final push… Continue reading Darrienia raffle goodies.

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Herbal Lore, Cover reveal

Hi all, Once again it is with great pleasure I reveal the cover for yet another of my books. My second title, Herbal Lore, is due for release on September 1st. This book is the result of many years experience and work. Initially, and strangely, the idea to collaborate all my research into a book came… Continue reading Herbal Lore, Cover reveal

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Book review: Witch’s Moonstone Locket by Marsha A Moore

I have recently finished reading Witch's Moonstone Locket by Marsha A Moore. I have to say reading this book has made me want to add more titles from this author to my ever growing reading list. The story follows the protagonist Janice who, after missing the passing of her mother, seeks a way to contact… Continue reading Book review: Witch’s Moonstone Locket by Marsha A Moore

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Chairty page now open for the Darrienia giveaway

Hi all, it's a little premature I know, but I have opened the charity page for the UHNM charity, with funds being directed to the Neonatal department. Anyone wanting to enter the draw for a chance to win a £20 Amazon voucher, two books authored by K.J. Simmill, and other goodies, please check out my… Continue reading Chairty page now open for the Darrienia giveaway

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You’re Not Alone: An Indie Author Anthology for Macmillan Cancer Support

Hi I hope you are all in good health. I just wanted to do a very quick blog for an upcoming book. I have personally pre-ordered my copy and can’t wait to get my hands on it, so watch this space for a review in the upcoming months. At this moment I am not getting… Continue reading You’re Not Alone: An Indie Author Anthology for Macmillan Cancer Support