Book, People, Places, Romance

Write about What You know.

Writers are told this that all the time and it gives an element of authenticity to stories. One thing I am often asked is where I get my idea from. So as the two are intertwined, I’ve brought them together to talk about my book Play the Game. Stella Play the Game started with my… Continue reading Write about What You know.

Animals, Articles, Romance

Do you fancy taking a Ride?

That’s good because it’s National I love Horses Day Unfortunately, I lost the only photo I have of me riding a horse. So instead here is a photo of my mother with her sister and brother in the fifties. I did a lot of horse riding as a child and teenager, but the last time… Continue reading Do you fancy taking a Ride?

Articles, Book

Let’s Talk Author Newsletters.

Yes, again, I’ve talked about them before. That’s because I really like them. This is what they don’t do: They don’t pass on your details Once you signed up you can never leave. They are not full of sales talk. You won’t get spammed. What they are: Get to know the author of your favourite… Continue reading Let’s Talk Author Newsletters.

Articles

Welcome July – Booming June!

Hello to July indeed—where has the year gone? This time last year, we were preparing for a gruelling July: a daily ninety-mile round trip for my hubby’s radiotherapy treatment. It was incredibly daunting to make that journey five days a week—it felt like it would never end. And now, here we are a year later:… Continue reading Welcome July – Booming June!

Articles, Book, Craft

Karen’s Chat – I’m an Eclectic Person

I am an eclectic person. If I see something and it catches my imagination, I want to do it. Since I retired, it became more noticeable. My go-to place is YouTube where I’ve spend hours researching my chosen subject. Then I collect everything I needed. It’s given me hours of enjoyment making what I watched.… Continue reading Karen’s Chat – I’m an Eclectic Person

Articles, People, Places

Public Speaking – I gave it A Go.

I had the honour of giving a talk at a local WI group recently. WI stand for Women’s Institute. The Women's Institute (WI) is the largest voluntary women’s organisation in the United Kingdom. In 2025 we celebrate 110 years since it first formed right here in Anglesey. Its primary goal is to empower women by… Continue reading Public Speaking – I gave it A Go.

Book

Attention – Want a Free Book? Want Another One?

Let me draw your attention to this: yes I posted it a few days ago, and it’s only on for June. https://karenjmossman.com/2025/06/04/fill-your-kindle-with-mythic-universes-free-books/ You can download as many books as you like for free. As a bonus you get some wonderful author newsletters. I love them. I usually have several and those that are not a… Continue reading Attention – Want a Free Book? Want Another One?

Book, Fantasy, science Fiction

Fill Your Kindle with Mythic Universes – Free books!

What do I like more than free books? Author newsletters! They are great places to get to know a writer whose work you love. Or, it introduces you to a new author that you haven't read before. Both are really great. Do not be afraid to sign up for a newsletter. I sign up to… Continue reading Fill Your Kindle with Mythic Universes – Free books!

Articles

Reblogged – DROP the term ‘INDIE AUTHOR’

Now there is a thought. I probably don’t use the term much anymore more, but I still think it. Now I’ve read this article, it’s made me realise how it is now redundant. In the early days while we authors were still finding our feet and learning to publish, it was a very much used… Continue reading Reblogged – DROP the term ‘INDIE AUTHOR’

Book, Mystery, Novella, Uncategorized

Teaser Thursday – Finding Amanda.

Recently I’ve come across authors using tropes. It’s a great way to use imagery to explain what a story is about. Along with a specially selected excerpt, it’s a perfect way for readers to see at a glance what the story is about. I’m a prolific reader, and I’ve enjoyed seeing these. It’s’s resulted in… Continue reading Teaser Thursday – Finding Amanda.