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Substack: On writing weekly.

by Samantha Mattocksupdated on June 18, 2024June 18, 2024 Leave a Comment on Substack: On writing weekly.

My latest Substack post looks at the frustrations of life as a writer.

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In the press..

by Samantha Mattocksupdated on June 12, 2024June 12, 2024 Leave a Comment on In the press..

I was thrilled to be in the EDP following the 2024 Beccles Food and Drink Festival!

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Success at Beccles Food & Drink Festival!

by Samantha Mattocksupdated on May 28, 2024May 28, 2024 Leave a Comment on Success at Beccles Food & Drink Festival!

I enjoyed doing a cooking demo at Beccles Food & Drink Festival last weekend.

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Find me on Substack

by Samantha Mattocksupdated on May 28, 2024May 22, 2024 Leave a Comment on Find me on Substack

I am thrilled to share that I am the creative platform, Substack.

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BBC Interviews

by Samantha Mattocksupdated on February 28, 2024December 20, 2023 Leave a Comment on BBC Interviews

I am delighted to have been featured on the BBC twice in December, talking about Mister Mishkins’ Apothecary.

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Olga Sinclair Prize – Norwich Writers Circle Award

by Samantha Mattocksupdated on May 22, 2024October 5, 2023 Leave a Comment on Olga Sinclair Prize – Norwich Writers Circle Award

Tuesday night was quite surreal, with a book launch & a writers prize

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Launching today – Mister Mishkins’ Apothecary

by Samantha Mattocksupdated on May 22, 2024October 3, 2023 Leave a Comment on Launching today – Mister Mishkins’ Apothecary

“The idea of shifting magical places reminded me a little bit of The Magic Faraway Tree by Enid Blyton…”

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Ekstern I Tribute to the King

by Samantha Mattocksupdated on May 22, 2024September 27, 2023 Leave a Comment on Ekstern I Tribute to the King

Ekstern I Tribute to the King was launched in Aachen over the weekend.

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Announcing Mister Mishkins’ Apothecary

by Samantha Mattocksupdated on August 30, 2023August 3, 2023 Leave a Comment on Announcing Mister Mishkins’ Apothecary

I am delighted to share that, two months today, I will launch my debut children’s book, Mister Mishkins’ Apothecary.

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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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I have never been an artist. That kind of creativi I have never been an artist. That kind of creativity and me have never gone hand in hand. But I always wanted to try. I'd doodle and draw - generally shapes where only I recognised the meaning. Two years ago, I began to try watercolour but something happened that made me stop. A friend of a friend came along this year and not only gave me a lesson, but also a gift bag of paints, brushes, paper and more. Most days, I try to create something. Some watercolours are more successful than others. But there is something I rather love about the cats I am painting, and it felt only fitting that this be my first brave step to share. Thank you @michellemouldartist for the guidance and inspiration, and @paulasmith.2025 for being an amazing friend to us both. Happy Saturday, Samantha xx
Happy fifth birthday Mishkins! I don't think I h Happy fifth birthday Mishkins! I don't think I have ever shared this photo before, which was the moment I first fell in love with this little ginger kitten. It was the contended smile on his face, the pure happiness radiating from this tiny ball of fluff. Five years on and he's still smiling. Happy birthday Mishkins! You may be known as Mister Mishkins to the world, but you'll always be just 'Mishks' to me 🧡
I wanted a quick lunch today as I was busy writing I wanted a quick lunch today as I was busy writing, so went for this incredibly colourful plate! A toasted @crostamollica wholemeal flatbread/wrap, with a super thin omelette topped with pepper and oregano. On top was a little bit of cheddar, diced radish, and chopped lettuce. The finishing touch was the amazing beetroot ketchup from @rbprovisions - so good! I then had a great afternoon working on my next book- details will be revealed imminently!
I know that times are tight for all of us, so here I know that times are tight for all of us, so here are ways to support your favourite author without costing you a penny! Thank you in advance, Samantha xx
Did you watch #artemisii return to earth in the ea Did you watch #artemisii return to earth in the early hours? I happened to wake around 5 minutes before they lost contact, so was able to watch it all. I am thankful they are all back safely. My phone is always on mono after 8.30pm, and I took one screenshot. Fair to say, I got rather lucky! @nasa @nasaartemis
Capturing the rainbow magic this morning 🧡 That m Capturing the rainbow magic this morning 🧡 That must mean it is time for @gerdasmit_illustrator and I to begin work on the next book... #middlegradeauthor #indieauthor #kidlit #rainbows #anthromorphic
You can tell just by looking at him that @magicalm You can tell just by looking at him that @magicalmistermishkins is a cheeky one! This is what I have to contend with on a daily basis, as he sleeps curled up behind me on my chair. I best not show my chiropractor this! Happy #nationalpetday to my always amusing, ever loving, ball of ginger fluff - also known as Mister Mishkins to children the world over 😻
I am thrilled to be a member of the Indie Children I am thrilled to be a member of the Indie Children's Author Network, who I mentioned last week in my Substack post. Together, we can break down barriers and share our work, our way, to the children who need to read our words. Find out more @indiechildrensauthornetwork
Artemis II has been to the dark side of the moon - Artemis II has been to the dark side of the moon - but did they hear the singing mice or see Celene dancing? Discover the story of Celene and her love for the moon in The Magic of Mister Mishkins. @nasa @nasaartemis https://www.amazon.co.uk/Magic-Mister-Mishkins-Book-Two/dp/1068242701
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