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Saturday Style

‘I used to think of ways of killing him while he was sleeping off another drinking session.’ Laura could be honest with Theresa. ‘We can only hope he dies a horrible death.’ ‘Why does she stay with him? She has a choice of a better life. I’ve offered. You’ve offered.’ ‘Your mum used to beContinue reading “Saturday Style”

Friday First – A snippet from It Won’t Happen Again

Posted last year and posted for https://fivedotoh.com/2022/07/01/fandangos-flashback-friday-july-1st/ ‘Come on love.’ Theresa was now beside her. ‘This must make her see sense,’ Laura allowed another glance backwards. She then allowed Theresa to steer her away from the room. Reluctantly left her mum to sleep. Theresa had taken out her granddaughter’s old sleep monitor. If she wokeContinue reading “Friday First – A snippet from It Won’t Happen Again”

Thursday Test

‘What’s wrong?’ Laura blinked, not wanting the answer, but knowing it before he spoke. He carefully took each step towards her, as if thinking of what to say. His arms protected her almost at once, ‘It’s your mum … she’s round Theresa’s now.’ ‘I’ll kill him!’ Laura wanted to scream, but it wasn’t fair toContinue reading “Thursday Test”

Wednesday Wish – Snippet from It Won’t Happen Again

She wanted to ring her mum but chose to send a text instead. That way, just like Martin did with her, she would let her mum come to her own decision, without forcing the outcome. Laura knew the text would be deleted but that wouldn’t have stopped the words being read. The reason why theirContinue reading “Wednesday Wish – Snippet from It Won’t Happen Again”

One Liner Wednesday https://fivedotoh.com/2021/06/30/one-liner-wednesday-oh-my-aching-back/#like-59221

I regretted limbo dancing – should know better at my age.

Football Fever

I’m not a person who likes to watch football as a general rule. My husband supports Chelsea, and will watch every match. While he does this I’m generally writing or editing. Club football isn’t something am interested in. I normally watch England play. Generally behind a pillow and screaming a lot at the TV. ThisContinue reading “Football Fever”

Tuesday Truth – Snippet from It Won’t Happen Again

‘Is there anything you would like to ask me?’ ‘Will there be a trial period?’ ‘Normally three months, and after that, if everything is satisfactory, we will continue the contract as a permanent.’ ‘You said the position was part-time – What are the hours?’ ‘Nine till one, with a fifteen-minute break in between.’ ‘When willContinue reading “Tuesday Truth – Snippet from It Won’t Happen Again”

Monday Mission – Snippet from It Won’t Happen Again

‘True enough Laura. Can you tell me what you could bring to the role of library assistant? ‘I think it is important that I have a love of books myself; when you have an interest, it encourages others to have an interest.’ ‘Can you tell me a little about your qualifications?’ ‘I went to WestsideContinue reading “Monday Mission – Snippet from It Won’t Happen Again”

Author Advice – Should you stick to one writing project at a time?

I don’t intentionally start with two many projects on the go, but it always seems I never really finish most of them. I’m sure many other writers are the same. We’ve edited our manuscript for the millionth time (or so it seems). What to do next? You have another idea, but are not sure ifContinue reading “Author Advice – Should you stick to one writing project at a time?”

Sunday Surprise – Snippet from It Won’t Happen Again

As she waited to be called, Laura tried to stop biting her nails. All the other candidates had gone inside when she was finally called in. ‘Laura Masters.’ A woman, not much older than her mum called her inside. Laura’s legs were shaking, but the thought of Tabitha’s grin willed her inside. ‘Would you likeContinue reading “Sunday Surprise – Snippet from It Won’t Happen Again”