I am currently working on a rhyming picture book. It has been through a very thorough editing process involving copious cups of tea and custard creams. I thought I was very happy with it until I took it along to meet other people, also known as the SCBWI – British… more

There are many people out there that have the strange notion in their head that book advances, royalties and the like come pouring through your door as soon as you type THE END.  They picture oodles of notes and coins spilling through your letter box every time someone buys a… more

Think of a chef. What do you see? A vision in white smocks sometimes accompanied with harlequin checked trousers to brighten up their starchy uniforms. An envious job of getting to taste everything that comes their way before heading out to the eager diners awaiting their meal. Methodical, organised and… more