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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.

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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.

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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.

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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 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.

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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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My entry into this weekend's catalogue for the @mk My entry into this weekend's catalogue for the @mklitfest Indie Book Fair, which takes place on 25 October, 10am - 5pm, at Middleton Hall, Milton Keynes. 

I shall be there in the children's area, and I will be doing a short reading from @magicalmistermishkins series at 2.20pm. 

I really hope to see as many of you there as possible, and I am excited to meet my fellow authors as well as new fans for the Apothecary Realm. 

See you at the MKLitFest!
A throw back to last week, surrounded by the bouga A throw back to last week, surrounded by the bougainvillia of Sevilla. I am back home for 48 hours before I make my way to Milton Keynes for the @mklitfest - I am very excited to share my @magicalmistermishkins series with new readers.

For now, it's time for appointments and a flurry of work before I get on the road once more.

#sevilla #bourganvillia #samanthamattocks #spain #adventures #travel #mywritinglife #throwback #home #mklitfest #magicalmistermishkinsseries #childrensfiction #childrensbookauthor #a14
Delicious pizza for the last night of my Spanish a Delicious pizza for the last night of my Spanish adventure @finoalcala - egg, mushroom, and truffle. 

I have never seen an egg pizza done like this, but it was incredibly tasty! The base was so light and easy to cut, and the toppings packed a huge punch of fabulous flavours. 

One more morning/a bit of the afternoon, and then it's to Madrid Airport and home. Just for a couple of nights - my final stop on my crazy October travel is @mklitfest which I cannot wait for! 

Happy Monday, folks! 

#fireball #pizza #finoalcala #egg #eggonpizza #spanishfood #dinner #foodies #thedelicatedinerabroad #samanthamattocks #mklitfest #october #crazytravel #mondayvibes
I am sad to be leaving beautiful Córdoba after a I am sad to be leaving beautiful Córdoba after a brilliant time at @a.e.c.c.a Spanish National Championships, set at the stunning @cordobaecuestre_caballerizas 

I had the best time with Kristian and @sarahcruzfenaux who have taken such good care of me. Now, we head to Madrid for a final morning of adventures before I fly home tomorrow afternoon.

Córdoba is a truly beautiful city, and I am so grateful to all who made this trip happen. 

#cordoba #andalucia #spain #spanishnationals #arabianhorses #friends #friendslikefamily #gratitude #travel #mywritinglife #samanthamattocks
Come and discover what is at the end of the rainbo Come and discover what is at the end of the rainbow at @mklitfest this Saturday.

I will be there with my @magicalmistermishkins series and will be doing a short reading from the latest book in the afternoon.

I really look forward to meeting many of you there! 

#miltonkeynes #books #bookfestivals #indieauthor #rainbows #cats #catbook #gingercattales #instagood #mywritinglife #festival #themagicalmistermishkinsseries #meettheauthor
The BEST Spanish flan in Écija today! The caramel The BEST Spanish flan in Écija today! The caramel was incredible, taken right to the edge, so it had that wonderful, deep, rich flavour. I have a new goal to try and make it this good at home!
My favourite Spanish discovery so far - a plant th My favourite Spanish discovery so far - a plant that grows kittens ready to go! Such a sweet kitten here @cordobaecuestre_caballerizas as seen at @a.e.c.c.a Spanish Nationals. This one would make such a cute companion for @magicalmistermishkins - maybe he and his family can appearnin the next book! It is always so lovely to see cats and horses together.
Somewhere in Andalucia, on the road between Madrid Somewhere in Andalucia, on the road between Madrid and Spain. I am here for the Spanish National Arabian Horse Championships, but first, some sightseeing. I have always longed to go to Andalucia, and to be honest, I was a little disappointed that there wasn't a knight on a horse waiting to welcome me over the border...
I am really looking forward to @mklitfest and I ho I am really looking forward to @mklitfest and I hope to meet many friends there, both old and new! 

#mklitfest #indieauthor #festival #miltonkeynes #themagicalmistermishkinsseries #childrensbookauthor #sharethemagic
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