Here I share my transformation as a writer. From stumbling through the basics of writing to becoming a confident wordsmith and a trusted beta reader, my path is a testament to the power of perseverance and learning. Join me as I unveil the valuable lessons, tips, and insights I’ve gathered along the way. Whether you’re just starting or a seasoned writer, we’ll explore the fascinating world of storytelling and self-discovery together.

  • Amazon KDP Groundwood Paper vs Standard White

    Amazon KDP Groundwood Paper vs Standard White

    Is Amazon KDP Groundwood paper worth switching to? I compare Groundwood vs Standard White paper, including print quality, readability, weight, heavy ink performance and printing costs. Read more

  • New Cover Reveal for The Mereland Chronicles: The Crier

    New Cover Reveal for The Mereland Chronicles: The Crier

    Discover the new cover for The Mereland Chronicles: The Crier, a story of mystery, hidden motives, and romance set in South Cumbria’s past and inspired by the landscapes of the Lake District. Read more

  • Retelling the Claife Crier Legend

    Retelling the Claife Crier Legend

    Discover The Claife Crier, a retelling of one of the Lake District’s lesser-known legends set within the world of The Mereland Chronicles. Based on the folklore of the Crier of Claife, this previously unpublished story expands on the mystery surrounding Claife Heights and offers readers a new glimpse into the world beyond Henry and Hannah’s… Read more

  • Meet Me at the Grasmere Indie Book Fair

    Meet Me at the Grasmere Indie Book Fair

    I will be exhibiting at the Grasmere Indie Book Fair on June 6, 2026, showcasing signed copies of my novel, The Mereland Chronicles: The Crier. This historical mystery set in the Lake District explores loyalty, deception, and the consequences of misplaced trust. Join me for a chat and enjoy free bookmarks! Read more

  • When a Story Stays With You

    When a Story Stays With You

    A single line from a recent reader review stopped me: “It has stayed in my mind.” What begins as a familiar story becomes something far more unsettling and far harder to forget. Read more

  • From Idea to Bookshop

    From Idea to Bookshop

    From idea to bookshop shelf. The Mereland Chronicles: The Crier is now sitting in the Lake District that inspired it, ready to be discovered by new readers. Read more