Skip to Content
Samantha Mattocks

Award-winning author and journalist, photographer, publisher, and foodie. MasterChef 2019

  • Home
  • Writer
    • Fiction
    • Non-fiction
    • Journalist
    • Substack
    • Poetry
  • Foodie
    • The Delicate Diner
    • MasterChef 2019
    • Recipes
  • Photography
    • My favourites
  • News & Events
  • Shop
  • About
    • Press
  • Contact
0

Samantha Mattocks

Home / Samantha Mattocks (Page 3)
#meethegym fountain pen on paper Beth Kempton
The Writer
Share

Meet the Writer Day 3 – Motivation

by Samantha Mattocksupdated on July 10, 2023July 7, 2023 Leave a Comment on Meet the Writer Day 3 – Motivation

Day 3 of #meethewriter, where you can find out more about my creative life, as prompted by Beth Kempton.

#meethewriter cat on desk
The Writer
Share

Meet the Writer Day 1 – Desk

by Samantha Mattocksupdated on July 10, 2023July 5, 2023 Leave a Comment on Meet the Writer Day 1 – Desk

Day 1 of #meethewriter, where you can find out more about my creative life, as prompted by Beth Kempton.

Date palms in Oman credit Samantha Mattocks
The Writer Uncategorized
Share

Oasis in Oman

by Samantha Mattocksupdated on February 27, 2024January 24, 2023 Leave a Comment on Oasis in Oman

I am sharing a piece I was inspired to write while enjoying a moment of solitude at an oasis in Oman.

Jerash, Jordan. Copyright Samantha Mattocks
The Writer
Share

A rich heritage – Jordan

by Samantha Mattocksupdated on January 15, 2023January 3, 2023 1 Comment on A rich heritage – Jordan

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

Sandstorm Samantha Mattocks
The Writer
Share

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!

News
Share

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!

News
Share

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.

The Writer
Share

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.

News The Cook
Share

nourish 04

by Samantha Mattocksupdated on February 27, 2024July 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.

Dubai Museum of the Future
The Writer
Share

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.

Posts pagination

Page 1 Page 2 Page 3 Page 4 … Page 6

Samantha's Instagram

I wish each and every one of you a very Merry Chri I wish each and every one of you a very Merry Christmas - wherever you are, whoever you are with, make sure you take a moment to enjoy the magic of the season. Samantha & Mishkins xxx
The winter solstice is upon us. At 3.03pm GMT, tim The winter solstice is upon us. At 3.03pm GMT, time will shift away from darkening and back towards the light. May you find peace in the promise tonight's solstice night. May each day forward be blessed with more light. Solstice blessings to you all. Samantha xxx
A warming treat today @huggerslongstratton with th A warming treat today @huggerslongstratton with this mint hot chocolate. You'd never know that this is vegan, with it's thick cloud of whipped cream on top. Part of a lovely family catch up. Perfect, and thoroughly indulgent!
One week to go until Christmas 🎄 @magicalmisterm One week to go until Christmas 🎄 @magicalmistermishkins helped with putting up the decorations last weekend. He is in his element and is already on the festive wind down. Cats and Christmas - just perfect 😻🎅
Before we get too much further into December, I ju Before we get too much further into December, I just want to say a huge thank you for being with me this year. All the likes, shares, and loves. All the comments, replies, and messages. They all mean so, so much, and on those days when I doubt myself, it is you who keep me going. My regular Christmas wish will be out closer to the big day itself, but before the month becomes too crazy, I just wanted to take this moment to acknowledge the brilliant you. Thank you. Big love, Samantha xxx
Winter sunset. Heaven. Winter sunset. Heaven.
My last Christmas thought for this year, and I cou My last Christmas thought for this year, and I couldn't do one without cats on! So, who are you spending Christmas with this year - and who would you love to? I don't mean those we cannot be with, as discussed earlier this week. Rather, would it be you and your best friend in Lapland? Or maybe, whisking the whole family to New York for an American adventure? Perhaps there is someone you secretly have a thing for and would love to tell them - Love Actually style? That's the kind of thing I am talking about here. For us, it will be three days of being locked away at home, the wood burner going, the cats taking over everything and going mad with the smell of the turkey cooking, and just enjoying the peace amid the chaos. And, if George Clooney wanted to pop around with some coffee, I wouldn't turn him away! I hope you have enjoyed these Christmas thoughts, and they have given some time for reflection. Now, go and party, have fun, and be with those you love! Samantha xx
This one is a biggie... There is no escaping it th This one is a biggie... There is no escaping it that Christmas is when we miss our loved ones the most. And that doesn't necessarily mean those who are no longer with us. It can be estranged families, loved ones the other side of the world, or even those we are no longer as close to as we once were. Whatever the reason, we all know that there will be someone we don't hear from this year, and that will cause our hearts to ache, maybe tears to fall, and it can bring an emptiness inside. And that's okay. For it shows that we loved them, and that they will always be with us. I always believe that when we talk about someone who has died, their star shines brighter that night. So, use the space below to name them, celebrate them, treasure them, and make their star shine bright tonight ⭐ Samantha xx
A beautiful and unexpected rainbow today. There wa A beautiful and unexpected rainbow today. There was no rain around that I could see, but this spectacular arch appeared in the sky. I always make a wish upon a rainbow, do you? Samantha x
Follow on Instagram

Recent Posts

  • Uncategorized

    Burnham Market Christmas Lights Switch On

  • NewsThe Writer

    The Magic of Mister Mishkins Book Blog Tour

  • NewsThe Writer

    BBC Upload interview

Contact

E-mail is the best way to reach me - please use the address below and I will get back to you as soon as possible! Thank you, Samantha

  • write@samanthamattocks.com

Sign up to Samantha's newsletter

Sign up below with your e-mail address to receive my monthly newsletter.

Please wait...

Thank you - please check your e-mail to confirm your subscription.

Copyright 2025 Award-winning author and journalist, photographer, publisher, and foodie. MasterChef 2019Privacy Policy
error: Content is protected !!