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Book Blog Tour
From 29th January
I am very pleased that Matthew James Publishing has agreed to do a book blog tour with Kelly Lacey and Love Book Tours to support the release of The Scorpion Archipelago. There will be 21 bloggers on the tour over a two week period. These have always been a great way of helping to publicise my books.
BBC Radio Berkshire
29th January @ 10.00am
I am looking forward to being back on BBC Radio Berkshire with Kirsten O'Brien on the release day for The Scorpion Archipelago. Can you guess what we'll be talking about? You can listen live or catchup on BBC Sounds. Join me!
Launch Party
12th March @4.30pm - 6.30pm
Wokingham Library
In conjunction with Matthew James Publishing I am holding a launch party for The Scorpion Archipelago in Wokingham Library. It's a chance to find out about the spark behind the story and to join me in celebrating its release. Drinks and nibbles will be provided. I'd love to see you there.
Regular groups and workshops
Cookham Writers' Group
Monthly (on a Thurs eve)
Cookham Libary
I run a group for less-experienced writers to provide support and constructive feedback on their work. It's an informal and extremely supportive group aimed at instilling confidence in the attendees' writing abilities.
Full of Grace Book Club
Monthly (Tues eve)
Fifield Inn
I run this friendly and informal book club which meets montly on a Tuesday at the Fifield Inn. We discuss the book over a drink and a meal. The books are available to borrow in Maidenhead Library.
Thames Valley Wordsmiths
Monthly (Sat pm)
Maidenhead Library
Published and indie local authors' group. We meet on the second Saturday every month for an informal discussion on writing, publishing and book marketing. All are welcome and our facebook page is here.
Monthly (Sat am)
Wokingham Library
Wokingham Writers' Group
I am a member of this small friendly group of published and Indie authors who meet on the third Saturday of each month from 10am until midday. We review and discuss each other’s writing in a supportive, constructive way. There are optional homework exercises for those who wish to practise their skills between meetings.
Event Gallery
Here are some of my snapshots from past events and radio appearances
