to be…not jolly, certainly, given that I am Scroogier than Scrooge when it comes to this time of year and…
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Here you can find out about me and about my books Wildthorn and Whisper My Name. Suspenseful mysteries set in the Victorian period, they are aimed at teenage readers but adults have enjoyed them too.
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Recent Posts
Mystery Gifts
Late in the day I have come across this lovely story: that over the last year someone has been leaving…
(Read more)Latest News
Whisper My Name has come third in the 2011 Lancashire Book of the Year award.
Flashmob has launched! Hear me read my flash fiction story In the Box.





Hurrah for Wildthorn and Amelia Bloomer!
I heard today that Wildthorn has been selected for the Amelia Bloomer List. Chosen by folk affiliated to the American…
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