The End of the Year is Nigh

It's almost the end of the year, but this week I babble about Anne de Bourgh from Pride and Prejudice and possible laudanum addiction.

20th November: a Day to Remember

20th November holds personal significance for me. Click here to find out why, and learn more interesting facts about this day.

Two hundred years ago this month, the first pier opened in Brighton. Click here to learn more about Brighton Chain Pier.

It's Anti-bullying Week in the UK. What do you think about bully romance? Click here to learn more about how I feel about this trope.

It does feel strange not to be drafting for NaNo, but November is still going to be busy. Click here to find out what I'll be doing.

After another October when my writing has taken a downturn, it is now my least favourite month. Click here to find out why.

My flash fiction this month uses the prompt, "fear". Here's a deleted scene from my current work in progress.

It's Black History Month in the UK. Ann Duck may not be famous, but she dared to be resourceful in her fight to survive Georgian London.

It's Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Click here for a few facts and an excerpt from my short story, part of the Austen Tea Party anthology.

Who needs a reason to talk about chocolate? I don't, and here's a little bit about the sweet, guilt-ridden induglence. 🍫🍫🍫