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Hello and thank you for visiting my website.  If you would like a free sample of my latest book,  click on the link below and it will take you to YouTube where I have read the entire book for you.  No catch - just a sample of my work.  Hope you enjoy listening to Eliza's enchanting first day at Witch School... … Click Here about A free gift just a click away

Why World Book Day is ‘Worth The Hassle’

We have just transitioned through half term here in the UK, a time filled with duality.  Positives (happy smiley face) No School Run! and heaps of relaxing time with my daughter. Negatives (worried face) I absolutely and categorically cannot get one single piece of work done.  During the aforementioned time warp, I began pondering the next school event looming […]

The Fairy Secret Reviews

“What a beautiful story. Perfect for every fairy loving child (and adult). Rosie's adventure captivated my daughter and has become one of her favourite books.”

NIcky Gibbs, Wilts.

“My children loved The Fairy Secret and were entranced from beginning to end. It’s definitely one we’ll come back to over and over again, and they’re both dying to read the next instalment. The Fairy Secret is a beautifully illustrated story, in rhyme, about a little girl and her pug looking for a fairy friend. It is grounded in nature and has a very wholesome feel. It’s definitely one I’ll be reordering for birthday presents.”

Helen - Herts

“I shared this beautiful story with my little girl and we both found it a true gem. A perfect story for any child (& grown up) who believes! We can not wait for more.”

Tara Sabiston, Hants

About Me

I am a children’s book author, part-time fairy, unicorn whisperer  and manic day dreamer.  I live in Devon, England in a big windy castle near the River Culm with my human family, pet dogs, cats and … Read More about About Me