National Libraries Day

I was invited to read at my local library for National Libraries Day, so of course I accepted! It was lovely! I read the book to two separate little groups of children. I love that I get to read to local children and it makes me smile when I get asked questions about the book by them, it really makes my day! The questions range from; “how did you come up with the idea?” “Why does Lenny have magical feet?” and “How did you get the book from your head to that” (said one child while pointing at the book in my hand.) I would like to Thank Whitstable Library for inviting me! I will be popping in soon to have a look at the amazing new books you have coming in. Also the library is going to be undertaking some major improvements, which is great! I wish them luck with this and I hope it will bring more book lovers to their door. 🙂

A Bundle Of Books.

I have been invited to read Twizzle and Lenny by the lovely ladies Ellie and Andrea at A Bundle Of Books, (the children’s bookstore in Herne Bay). I am very excited about this! This little store has been doing wonderful things for children since their opening in April this year. Their activities and workshops have been attracting many children and their families, who from what hear are throughly enjoying the shop.

I will be reading at the store on Saturday 14th September at 11am, I hope you will come and join us. 😀
For more information please visit http://www.abundleofbooks.com

Pictures from the book launch

Waterstones Book Launch

The book launch was a great success! We had a lovely group of people who attended with their children. After the book reading the children had fun colouring in gorgeous pages illustrated by the wonderful Harriet Hue. I will post a few pictures very soon. Harriet and I would like to say a huge thank you to the people who attended, especially as the weather was not very kind to us that day. A huge thank you goes out to Claire, James and their team at Waterstones, who were very welcoming and wonderful! 🙂 The book is now available to buy in Waterstones, which is amazing for us! Continued support from our family and friends is beautiful… Now, to get on with tweaking and writing the rest of the series 😀 xx

Whitstable Oyster Festival

Storytelling at the Whitstable Oyster Festival was great today! We had Twizzle and Lenny story time as well as fun with musical instruments and nursery rhymes, what fun! Thank you for inviting me, I hope to do it again next year! 🙂

Book launch at Waterstones

There will be a book reading and launch of Twizzle and Lenny at Waterstones, Rose Lane in Canterbury on the 24th August at 2pm! Harriet and I are over the moon! We also have a book review that has just been written by Nayuleska and published on her site – Nayu’s Reading Corner http://bit.ly/11bLve7 Thank you so much Nayu, It’s a wonderful review!

We look forward to seeing you on the 24th! 🙂 x

Twizzle and Lenny update

The last couple of weeks have been very busy. I have been reading Twizzle and Lenny in the local school’s, nurseries, Pre-school’s and at Whitstable Library. I have been overwhelmed by messages and retweets from complete strangers, who are also enjoying Twizzle and Lenny with their children. The book is doing so well!! Thanks to everyone who continues to support and believe in me, Harriet and the book. Virtual hug from us! Xx

Twizzle and Lenny is out there!

Twizzle Brown and Lenny Sparkle is now available on amazon! I have been on a high all day! If you would like to buy your very own copy please click on this link: http://goo.gl/srixT

It’s been an adventure, but Harriet and I have finally achieved our goal, our beloved book is now out there for all to enjoy! And we are absolutely thrilled! X

Teddy Bear’s Picnic

I have been invited to read Twizzle and Lenny as part of ‘The Teddy Bears Picnic’ at Joy Lane Primary School tomorrow, and I am very excited! The reception teachers have made a gorgeous little storytelling room for me and the children, all of whom will be starting school in September this year. They have decorated with scarves and cushions and I was told by a very enthusiastic teacher today that they have also put up some twinkling fairy lights to add to our little magical adventure. It’s a real treat to be part of this special day! I remember taking my son last year; he made new friends and was familiarised with the two reception classrooms and teachers. We were made to feel so welcome and it made the transition so much easier…

Which teddy shall I take with me tomorrow? Mmm. 🙂

Publication of Twizzle Brown and Lenny Sparkle!

I have spent so much time reading about how other authors managed to get their work noticed and I came to the conclusion that it is incredibly difficult to get your work published these days, especially in the children’s division. However, I remained optimistic; because I knew that no matter what happened I was not going to be deterred from my dream…

Twizzle Brown and Lenny Sparkle is out this month! It had been a roller coaster ride for me and Harriet, but after hours upon hours of hard work I can quite confidently say that the book looks fantastic! Harriet has done an amazing job on the illustrations! Thank you to my wonderful family and friends, you have all been so supportive! Thank you for believing in me. Love you all! X