In 1988, a pub landlord killed a twenty two year old woman. He was caught not long after and sentenced to life in prison. He died this month, and never revealed where he buried her body. You can read about it here. This made me think of my grandfather, whom we called ‘Papa’. He was… Continue reading Secrets Taken to the Grave
Author: Karen J. Mossman
Karen loves fiction, reading and especially writing short stories and novels. She is also an avid blogger and book reviewer.
She lives on the beautiful Isle Anglesey, off the North Wales coast with her husband and dogs.
Have You Ever Wondered What Comes After You Have Written Your Story?
Reblogged from Emma, the little bookworm. And she’s right. The actual story is the easy part. Once you’ve got that first draft finished, it’s on to the editing – and that’s where the fun begins…But what’s the process and where do you start? I….. There’s horrible truth in being an author, one which many won’t… Continue reading Have You Ever Wondered What Comes After You Have Written Your Story?
Follow the Stars by Trace Lee Thompson
…. a fast paced, gripping, tear jerking, tragic story, which I absolutely adored!!! Says reviewer Pauline Reid I saw this great review from Pauline and with such a lovely graphic, I just had to reblog it. Live life with no regrets Follow the Stars, is what I call a fast paced, gripping, tear jerking, tragic… Continue reading Follow the Stars by Trace Lee Thompson
National Leon Day – Well, I Didn’t Know That!
This is really useful to me, and I didn’t know it was a thing. It will certainly be a thing from now on! Leon is simply Noel spelt backwards and it is exactly six months until Christmas. It’s a day for crafters to begin planning their Christmas makes. Recently I have been making birthday cards… Continue reading National Leon Day – Well, I Didn’t Know That!
Today is National Pink Day
Each year on June 23rd, National Pink Day colours the world in vibrant shades of pink and explores everything it represents. So, what do we know about Pink? Dianthus plumarius is a garden plant also known as the common pink, garden pink, or wild pink, or simply pink.Pink is the name of a female singer… Continue reading Today is National Pink Day
What is an Angel? A True Story by Anne Roberts
Once upon a time we saw an angel, my late husband and I. A corny sort of beginning to a fairy tale, the start of every child’s story. But in our case, it is as true as I’m sitting here now. Neither of us were religious, much to the disappointment of my parents, but a… Continue reading What is an Angel? A True Story by Anne Roberts
A Review of A Scream in the Night by Andrew Hess
Karen’s Review I read one of Andrew Hess’s earlier books a few years ago and really enjoyed it. He also featured on my About a Book series. You’ll find links to both below. In this story, Serena is a television reporter who is sent on assignments when news breaks to report live from the scene.… Continue reading A Review of A Scream in the Night by Andrew Hess
Opportunities For Writers
I have several free features on my blog aimed to highlight your book. Or, if you can spin a good tale, check out the 100 word story About a BookPen2Publish100 Word StoryStory time About a Book are simply questions about your book which will, hopefully tempt readers to buy it. Have a look at the… Continue reading Opportunities For Writers
Cocktails,Wedding Bells and Summer Madness by Julia Sutton
Easy to Read, Summer Fun with a Great Storyline Karen’Review This is the first book I’ve read by Julia Sutton and I’m sure it won’t be the last. It’s an ideal summer read and it tells the story of Rose, who thinks of herself as boring because she doesn't want what other girls want. I’m… Continue reading Cocktails,Wedding Bells and Summer Madness by Julia Sutton
Play the Game is Coming Soon
The idea for this came in early 2018. The characters were already fully formed including the secrets they kept from one another. Stella, the main character tells the story, and she works in a call centre, a job she hates. I worked for the RAC taking motor claims at the time, and this is where… Continue reading Play the Game is Coming Soon
World of Stories 