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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”

Indie Author – Review

This is my first review of another Indie author starts here. I recently read the novella “The Secret at Sunset Hill” by K T MCGIVENS. I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book about a female, main character, called Katie Porter. It starts with her trying to convince an editor of a paper to let her workContinue reading “Indie Author – Review”

Saturday Starter – A snippet from It Won’t Happen Again

‘I’ll see you later Mum,’ Laura whispered to the wind. She pulled her coat around her shoulders. Strode away. Fred braked in front of her with a wide smile spread across his face. ‘Laura love, it’s been ages.’ ‘It has Fred, how’s the arthritis?’ Fred roared with laughter. ‘Not killed me yet.’ ‘Nothing much willContinue reading “Saturday Starter – A snippet from It Won’t Happen Again”

Friday Fears

Chapter Six Laura NOVEMBER ‘Don’t worry Mummy, I’ll be okay in nursery.’ Not for the first time in her life, Laura wondered who the adult was and who was the child. ‘I will paint everyone a picture – you, Daddy and Nanny.’ ‘That will be lovely darling.’ Laura didn’t want to let go of herContinue reading “Friday Fears”

Thursday Trouble – Snippet from It Won’t Happen Again

‘Yes. She was shopping when I went to get the food today.’ Martha tried to keep her breathing even. All through the rest of the evening she remained on edge, knowing that every time Thomas stared in her direction, he had a look of accusation in his eyes. Yet nothing in his manner changed. ItContinue reading “Thursday Trouble – Snippet from It Won’t Happen Again”

Wednesday Worries – Daily snippet from It Won’t Happen Again

‘I love it, and I get to meet some very interesting characters. You’ll have to come to my gallery one day and I’ll show you around.’ ‘I would love to.’ On his third glass of wine, Thomas swallowed the last of his bottle. He moved closer to Martha. She concentrated on refilling everyone’s glasses. MaybeContinue reading “Wednesday Worries – Daily snippet from It Won’t Happen Again”

Author Advice – Do you start a novel with the weather?

Originally posted in June last year and today for https://fivedotoh.com/2022/06/24/fandangos-flashback-friday-june-24th/ Do you start writing your novel with the weather or is it Pathetic Fallacy? In my mind, l it is a bit of both. Most writers today will avoid starting their novel with the weather. However, in historical texts, Pathetic Fallacy – where the weatherContinue reading “Author Advice – Do you start a novel with the weather?”

Tuesday Trouble – It Won’t Happen Again – snippet

Martha was glad to see him in a good mood. Chatting confidently to his boss, and his wife. Convinced that her guest was looking at her strangely she had a strong suspicion that they had met somewhere before. ‘This is my boss Simon,’ Thomas then turned to the woman with him, ‘and his wife Susan.’Continue reading “Tuesday Trouble – It Won’t Happen Again – snippet”