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The Pilgrim by Joy Magretts
I was priviledged to recieve an advance copy of The Pilgrim by Joy Magretts in exchange for an honest review. My thanks to the author and...
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Jul 16, 20223 min read
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The Garden of Water by Alan Drew
At the library, I picked up another book promoted by the book group run by successful, local author Evelyn Hood. It was "Gardens of...
authorvalpenny
Jul 13, 20222 min read
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Judas Horse by Lynda La Plante
I had never read anything by Lynda La Plante before, so when I saw this book on sale, I picked it up. The Blurb 'Do you know what a Judas...
authorvalpenny
Jul 9, 20223 min read
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The Alphbet Sisters by Monica McInerny
The title of this book enthralled me and, although it is not my usual genre, am glad I read the novel. I borrowed it from my local...
authorvalpenny
Jul 2, 20222 min read
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Poetry From the Heart by Olusola Sophia Anayanwu
I was honoured to be approached by the poet to review her new collection of poetry. I had not read anything by Olusola Sophia Anayanwu...
authorvalpenny
Jun 18, 20222 min read
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My Road to Publication by Joy Margetts
It is a joy to welcome fellow author, Joy Margetts, to the blog today to explain her unconventional road to publication. Thank you for...
authorvalpenny
Jun 15, 20223 min read
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Creating An Interesting And Flawed Protagonist For A Series by Janet Pywell
It is a joy to welcome fellow crime writer, Janet Pywell to my blog today. Janet has generously offered each of my readers a free copy of...
authorvalpenny
Jun 8, 20224 min read
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The Catch by T.M. Logan
I must be honest, I had never heard of T. M. Logan and I bought The Catch when it was on sale, but I am very glad I did. The Blurb She...
authorvalpenny
Jun 4, 20223 min read
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Lara's Daughter by Lesley Field
I am delighted to welcome romance novelist, Lesley Field back to the blog to tell us all about her new novel Lara's Daughter which was...
authorvalpenny
May 28, 20225 min read
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Marketing and Promotion for Writers by Wendy H. Jones
I am delighted that bestselling author Wendy H. Jones has taken time out of her incredibly busy schedule to advise us about book...
authorvalpenny
May 25, 20223 min read
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An Interview with Mason Bushell
It is with great pleasure that I welcome English author Mason Bushell to the blog today to discuss his writing, books, and his unique...
authorvalpenny
May 11, 20224 min read
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Developing and Sustaining a Character in a Series by Trevor Belshaw
I am delighted to welcome author Trevor Belshaw to the blog today. He is also my my stable mate following my move to Spellbound Books. It...
authorvalpenny
Apr 20, 20224 min read
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Being British at the time of Rome by Jacquie Rogers
I am thrilled to have my friend and fellow swanwicker, Jacquie Rogers whose historical novels set in Ancient Rome are fabulous. She has...
authorvalpenny
Apr 13, 20223 min read
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As Far As My Feet Will Carry Me by Josef M. Bauer
I admit, it sometimes takes me a while to catch up with things. This book is one of these cases. The book was originally published in...
authorvalpenny
Apr 2, 20222 min read
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Author News by Spellbound Books
We are beyond thrilled to welcome Val Penny To SpellBound! Val has an Llb degree from Edinburgh University and her MSc from Napier...
authorvalpenny
Mar 30, 20221 min read
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Shadow Sleeper by Madalyn Morgan
I am thrilled to have talented author and fellow Swanwicker, Madalyn Morgan join me on the blog today to tell me all about her new novel,...
authorvalpenny
Mar 19, 20222 min read
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An Interview with Denise Bloom
I am pleased to be joined by English author Denise Bloom to discuss her novels and her writing journey. Over to you, Denise. Please tell...
authorvalpenny
Mar 9, 20223 min read
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How Long is a Novel?
When you think about how long your manuscript needs to be, there are many points to take into consideration and there is no one right...
authorvalpenny
Feb 26, 20223 min read
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An Interview about Erotica with Su Orwell
It is a pleasure to welcome American author, Jennifer Worrell to the blog today to discuss the novel she has written in the erotica...
authorvalpenny
Feb 16, 20224 min read
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An Inteview with Jenna Morrison
I am delighted to welcome American author Jenna Morrison to the blog today. Her debut novel, A Brother's Truth will be released on...
authorvalpenny
Feb 2, 20226 min read
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