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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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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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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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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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I am excited to share that I will be out and about I am excited to share that I will be out and about this winter showcasing my writing and offering an opportunity for you to purchase The Magical Mister Mishkins series for yourselves! 25 October - Milton Keynes Indie Book Fair, Middleton Hall 15 November - The Pharmacy, Burnham Market, Christmas Light Switch On 7 December - Bungay Christmas Market, at Giddens & Thompson, Earsham Street I really look forward to seeing as many of you as possible at these events! Samantha
It was a fantastic day @mklitfest yesterday showca It was a fantastic day @mklitfest yesterday showcasing my @magicalmistermishkins series - plus a preview of Nero the Hero! Thank you so much to everyone on the team who made the day such a success, plus all of those who stopped by for a chat, to share their love for cats, and to buy the books and calendar. It was incredible to see so many people falling in love with the story - the power of words at it's very best! Shout out to my amazing fellow authors. It was inspiring to see such a range of writing on offer. This was a great event at @centremk and hopefully, we will all be back there again next year!
Does it make me sad that tonight is one of my favo Does it make me sad that tonight is one of my favourite night's of the year? The night when the clocks go back one hour, meaning we have an extra hour in bed to read and sleep. I am a passionate librocubicularist, so even if I don't spend that extra hour sleeping, I will be reading, which is a win-win in my book! Do you love the clock change or do you feel that Greenwich Mean Time is just too - mean? I think if I didn't work from home, I'd hate the dark nights more, but as it is, my office turns into a magical place with glowing salt lamps and fairy lights. This is the time of year when I do my best writing. I'd love to know your thoughts. Samantha xx
I am here in Milton Keynes, all set up for the #mk I am here in Milton Keynes, all set up for the #mklitfest with my @magicalmistermishkins series - plus Jigfoot from @moongazerale @moongazertales Come and see me, I am opposite @flyingtiger - the perfect spot for a ginger cat book!
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
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