Five Fab Things – 29th April 2023

Life has been a bit pooptastic of late with the little ones leg being really, really tricky. However, things are now getting better so I really do have some lovely things to share that come to mind right away *finally… she says.

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Here are my Five Fab Things from this week.

1. Getting some green

Oh my goodness! I didn’t know how much we missed seeing green until we saw it. Now the little is much more mobile on her crutches *and much, much better in general, we were able to take a trip to Capel Manor Gardens (North London). We love this place! We wondered about a bit, and had a bite in their café – so nothing too adventurous. But, isn’t there something lovely about just being in a space with no expectations, and seeing how the day unfolds.

2. A can’t put it down book

Aside reading lots of picture books and middle grade fiction (because I like to write for the younger age group), my most favourite grown up reads are that of historical fiction… and ermm… fluff! As in, all the squishy, marshmallow-ness of a gooey chit-lit! Hehe!!! I know *please don’t judge. BUT, little did I know when this amazing title fell into my hands…. that I would not be able to put it down!

Wrong place, wrong time by Gillian McAllister is totally gripping. It’s a crime thriller *that I wouldn’t normally read, that cleverly works backwards from the time of the murder. And the question is… can you stop a murder after it’s already happened? Ekk!!!

3. Back to school and saved by the bell!

The little one is back to school!!! Oh hooOOooray, hooray!

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It’s been a tough few months of home schooling *because of the leg. She’s still bravely adjusting, and determined not to give up getting into school – even when her leg resembles a swollen tree trunk. I really don’t know how she does it, but it’s so lovely to see her smiling all the way up to her eyes again.

4. I’m a Golden Egg!

I’m really excited to share this find with any writers of children’s fiction out there. The Golden Egg Academy – a fantastic place to be in *virtually speaking if you want to develop your writing craft. There are a number of writing courses from short to a whole year long.

And, a Golden Egg Club to join. I’ve recently joined the club, and I cannot tell you how brilliant it’s been so far. There are regular live webinars with industry-led Editors and Authors (you can ask questions and they will answer!), mini courses and mini master classes to access in your own time, and an super active Facebook group. It’s put the biggest bounce back in my step! And this last week I’ve been non stop writing… which is my absolute favourite thing to do.

*Just for fun we were asked to create an egg using any medium. No pressure at all, but a lovely exercise that got everyone talking.

5. A quote to remember

Some sound words from @joyfulnessupply – Sometimes you don’t get what you want because you deserve better.

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