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A rich heritage – Jordan

by Samantha Mattocksupdated on January 15, 2023January 3, 2023 Leave a Comment on A rich heritage – Jordan

In October, I travelled to the historical country of Jordan, home to six UNESCO World Heritage sites.

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An amazing Sandstorm review

by Samantha Mattocksupdated on January 2, 2023January 2, 2023 Leave a Comment on An amazing Sandstorm review

Sandstorm is a stunning piece of literature that enthralled, entertained, and enchanted me from the very first page!

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Photography section update

by Samantha Mattocksupdated on August 25, 2022August 25, 2022 Leave a Comment on Photography section update

I have updated my photography section – please do have a browse!

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Words are powerful

by Samantha Mattocksupdated on August 24, 2022August 15, 2022 Leave a Comment on Words are powerful

A-level results day is approaching and this year, falls on 18 August – an important date in my life.

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Interview by Awesome Gang

by Samantha Mattocksupdated on August 24, 2022July 15, 2022 Leave a Comment on Interview by Awesome Gang

I am delighted to share an interview by Awesome Gang featuring yours truly.

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nourish 04

by Samantha Mattocksupdated on January 15, 2023July 1, 2022 Leave a Comment on nourish 04

The fourth edition of nourish, the food, drink, and lifestyle magazine for East Anglia that I co-own, is out now.

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From desert sands to sparkling skylines

by Samantha Mattocksupdated on January 15, 2023July 1, 2022 Leave a Comment on From desert sands to sparkling skylines

I headed to Dubai in the United Arab Emirates to uncover more about the city that never sleeps.

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Sandstorm – add extra heat to your summer

by Samantha Mattocksupdated on July 1, 2022June 13, 2022 Leave a Comment on Sandstorm – add extra heat to your summer

I am loving my new promo images for Sandstorm! While I am all for the beach read – and that is the most common feedback on Sandstorm, that it is a perfect beach read – I love this evocative image of the desert and how it ties in with Sandstorm. What do you think? Have …

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Return to the blue bar…

by Samantha Mattocksupdated on April 11, 2022April 11, 2022 Leave a Comment on Return to the blue bar…

In March, I returned to Dubai and the Novotel World Trade Centre – the scene for many an escapade within Sandstorm, and also home to the legendary blue bar. It felt great to be back in a place that inspired me so much, and is also the setting for one of the raunchiest scenes in …

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World Book Day 2022

by Samantha Mattocksupdated on April 11, 2022March 13, 2022 Leave a Comment on World Book Day 2022

For the second year in a row, I took part in World Book Day through an online interview with a Year 6 class in Bury – where my old university friend, Vicky, is a teacher. This year was special, however. Firstly, Vicky didn’t have a chance to edit the questions, meaning that I was asked …

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  • It's okay not to feel okay... 

Today is World Mental Health Day. Something we all need to be aware of in our own lives, and also the lives of others. We are all different, and we all deal with things in different ways. No way is right, no way is wrong; it is whatever works for you. 

My door is always open for those wanting a chat, a cuppa or - as I offer to my closest of dear friends - to just sit in silence, and know you are not alone. Because that's okay too.

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  • I have just taken a moment today to reflect on an amazing couple of weeks.

Two weeks ago, in Germany, I launched an Arabian horse book published by myself with a dear friend. Then, this week, I launched @magicalmistermishkins Mister Mishkins' Apothecary - and on the same night, I won the Members Shield @norwichwriters as part of the Olga Sinclar Prize.

This post isn't to brag or be all 'look at me'. Instead, it is to give hope to all those who hesitate in following your dreams. I hesitated for too long, and now I finally feel I am where I should be. It has taken a long time to get here, and there will be plenty of downs as well as the ups, but a moment to pause and reject on it all is always good.

Cheers 🥂😻🧡

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  • It has certainly been a magical week, and it seems as though the magic is continuing through my photography - miniature mushrooms and one apple, hanging enticingly as though waiting for Snow White to come along.

Thank you to all who have shared the @magicalmistermishkins - it means more than you will ever know.

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  • Thank you so much @witch_of_whitby for this amazing review of Mister Mishkins' Apothecary!

#REPOST @witch_of_whitby with @get__repost__app  Down on the blog is our full review for Mister Mishkins Apothecary by @samanthamattockswrites

This picture and chapter book is a delight with a wonderful combination of storytelling, world building and illustrations. Mister Mishkin captured all of our hearts and we look forward to his next adventure.
The website also offers more insight into this magical cats' world - its inspired. 

As we are also taking part in the #thiswitchreads
book challenge - this fits the book set in an apothecary perfectly.

Blurb:

Mister Mishkins is a magical cat who runs an Apothecary on Mosaic Street – a place that mysteriously appears in town overnight and is only visible to those in need.

Whenever anyone enters the Apothecary, Mister Mishkins listens as they share their troubles and fears, before turning to the rows of wooden drawers where, hidden within, is an eclectic mix of cats. 

These cats take whoever needs them on a journey of transformation, replacing negative emotions with hope, optimism, and a small sprinkling of magic. 

Illustrated by Gerda Smit, from South Africa

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  • Oh my goodness - what a surreal night I had last night! 

First was the launch of @magicalmistermishkins at Caistor Hall, which was a wonderful event. So many happy people enjoying @o.griet artwork as well as buying the book - thank you!

Then it was onto @norwichwriters for the results of the Olga Sinclair Members Shield - and I only went and won! I couldn't believe it, and it made for a truly special evening. I have the shield in my creative space in my office, and they had already engraved my name on it. Just incredible. 

Thank you to ALL who have been a part of this journey thus far - I'm excited to share the next adventures with you. 

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  • Goodness, what a busy day! Mister Mishkins' Apothecary @magicalmistermishkins  has been launched and I am thrilled to share some images from inside the book here, as well as the cover that by now, you are familiar with. 

"This is so playful with wonderful imagery that children will really enjoy. Children will be calling their own cats ‘Mister Mishkins’ and making butterflies out of coloured paper to fly around the room!"

"The idea of the Apothecary is great for the age group, dealing with genuine worries/fears that children of those ages have."

You can order your copy at www.mistermishkins.com and the book will be available in all major book retailers in a couple of weeks. 

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  • My goodness, what a month September was, with several challenges along the way all set to knock me off course!  With the help and support of family and friends, I made it though unscathed and now have a very exciting October to look forward to! 

First, my debut children's book, Mister Mishkins Apothecary about the @magicalmistermishkins comes out on 3 October. I am short-listed for @norwichwriters Members Shield for the Olga Sinclair Prize - which is the same night! I am doing a cooking demo at the Bungay Food & Drink Festival on 15 October, once again celebrating the amazing produce @oldhallfarm Then I will be at @theloddonswan Ladies Night selling Mister Mishkins Apothecary and Sandstorm on 23 October. Alongside that, I have a couple of projects to finish before my attention turns to the next edition of The Arabian Magazine Phew - just as well the month has 31 days! 

Let me know what you're up to, let's make October a magical month 🧡

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  • September...

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  • I am loving the change of season as autumn envelopes us in her embrace, her colours lighting up the world outside. All with the lingering warmth of an Indian summer in the air... Have a good weekend all, Samantha xx

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