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Mad March hares

by Samantha Mattocksupdated on October 6, 2021March 1, 2021 Leave a Comment on Mad March hares

It was something of a relief to turn over the calendar to a new month this morning. January was full of dark and grey days and, in spite of it being my birthday month, I struggled. Then came the rain and snow of February, and it felt as though winter would never end. Spring always …

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Competition time!

by Samantha Mattocksupdated on October 6, 2021January 15, 2021 Leave a Comment on Competition time!

I thought I’d do my first giveaway of 2021 and this one is all around reviews! I know that so many of you have read and enjoyed Sandstorm. Reviews really are the lifeblood for an author, so if you are able to leave a review either on goodreads, Amazon, or The Arabian Magazine Shop, that …

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An interview by Business Life Online

by Samantha Mattocksupdated on October 6, 2021October 10, 2020 Leave a Comment on An interview by Business Life Online

During the height of lockdown last summer, I had the pleasure of being interviewed by Business Life Online for their podcast. The brainchild of Richard Maun and Anna Stevenson, the podcast (which is also available on Spotify) The focus was on writing – how I write, how I got into writing and, of course, Sandstorm …

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September days

by Samantha Mattocksupdated on October 6, 2021September 7, 2020 Leave a Comment on September days

Oh autumn, how I love thee… The bounty in the hedgerows, that amazing light as the sun begins its descent in the sky, and that slight chill in the air that makes you begin to think about log fires and big bowls of veggie-packed stews and soups. There is no doubt that 2020 has been …

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Sandstorm – an update

by Samantha Mattocksupdated on October 6, 2021September 1, 2020 Leave a Comment on Sandstorm – an update

Wow, I have been totally blown away by the response to my publishing Sandstorm in print. And print is definitely not dead – this edition has outsold the digital by 2:1. Great news! What has amazed me most are the amazing reviews coming in for my debut novel – even from people who are not …

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Sandstorm – moving into print!

by Samantha Mattocksupdated on October 6, 2021July 14, 2020 Leave a Comment on Sandstorm – moving into print!

I am like a child at Christmas right now, waiting for the proof copy of Sandstorm to arrive! Yes, the time has come for me to launch my debut novel in print. I am hoping that the book will be available by 1 August, and am now taking pre-orders. It has been so well received …

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100 days of lockdown

by Samantha Mattocksupdated on October 6, 2021June 30, 2020 Leave a Comment on 100 days of lockdown

Today marks 100 days of lockdown here in the UK. I have just written my latest column for Norfolk Online and in that I lament the loss of one of life’s greatest pleasures – one that we definitely all took for granted – and that is a cup of coffee with a friend. Whether spontaneous …

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The Norfolk Foodie Series

by Samantha Mattocksupdated on October 6, 2021June 20, 2020 Leave a Comment on The Norfolk Foodie Series

With lockdown resulting in all horse shows around the world being on a pause, and printing of The Arabian Breeders’ Magazine on hold for the time being, I have had the luxury of time to explore other avenues in my life. One of these has been a long-held desire to conduct a series of interviews …

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Beautiful June

by Samantha Mattocksupdated on June 1, 2020June 1, 2020 Leave a Comment on Beautiful June

Pinch punch, first of the month. I hope that everybody is keeping safe and well. As we all know, we are living in challenging times, and I find it easier to concentrate on what I have, rather than have not, right now. We are all seeing so much change and uncertainty, and for me, I …

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A collection of years

by Samantha Mattocksupdated on October 6, 2021May 2, 2020 Leave a Comment on A collection of years

For The Arabian Magazine Collectors’ Edition, I used to do a feature called The Editor’s Year, which was a summary of my year – the horses I had seen, the places I had been, and some of the many magical moments along the way. These used to be on my old website, but rather than …

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Just a reminder that you will see me @sudburyartsc Just a reminder that you will see me @sudburyartscentre tomorrow between 10 & 3. I'll be there with my @magicalmistermishkins series, and taking part in the panel discussions at 11.25 and 1pm. 

I look forward to seeing you there, and to sharing space with brilliant fellow local authors!

Samantha x
May I never grow old of pulling over on the side o May I never grow old of pulling over on the side of the road to take a photograph of the sun, falling from the sky and heading to warm my friends in other parts of the world.

May I never grow tired of winter sunsets, the fog, the frost, the mystery, the magic. That tingle of expectation in the air mingling with wood smoke and crystal tears. 

May I never forget how these skies made me feel. May I never stop chasing sunsets.

Samantha xx
The Magic of Mister Mishkins is enchanting young r The Magic of Mister Mishkins is enchanting young readers the world over, and I thought it was time to introduce you to the cats from book two who live within the realm of the Apothecary. 

You can never be lonely with the lovely Ricky by your side! He shows that just because you are alone, does not mean you have to feel lonely. Now, where are those autumn leaves to roll in? 

BUY NOW The Magic of Mister Mishkins in Amazon/Waterstones/your favourite independent store https://www.amazon.co.uk/Magic-Mister-Mishkins-Book-Two/dp/1068242701

For Limited Edition hardbacks, please visit www.mistermishkins.com
A fabulous evening with friends and family last ni A fabulous evening with friends and family last night at the always brilliant @momiji_harleston

They offer monthly sushi nights and honestly, how good does this look? It was a fabulous evening, full of flavour, and I look forward to the next one!

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The Magic of Mister Mishkins is enchanting young r The Magic of Mister Mishkins is enchanting young readers the world over, and I thought it was time to introduce you to the cats from book two who live within the realm of the Apothecary. 

Cat number fourteen is the wise cat, Cinnamon. She is the only one who can calm down a boy who is frustrate at being continually told what to do. If that sounds familiar, maybe this is the book for you.

BUY NOW The Magic of Mister Mishkins in Amazon/Waterstones/your favourite independent store https://www.amazon.co.uk/Magic-Mister-Mishkins-Book-Two/dp/1068242701

For Limited Edition hardbacks, please visit www.mistermishkins.com
Give your loved ones the gift of magic this Christ Give your loved ones the gift of magic this Christmas with my Magical Mister Mishkins series! 

I will be at Sudbury Arts Centre this Sunday, 10am to 3pm, and I will be sharing the space with a host of wonderful local authors. Not only that, I will be taking part in panel discussions on author life during the day, and also doing a reading from one of my books.

Supporting local and independent is more important than ever right now. Did you know that every time I sell a book, I do a happy dance and also donate to cat charities? If I get enough sales, I may even record me dancing and post it, you never know!

Samantha x
The Magic of Mister Mishkins is enchanting young r The Magic of Mister Mishkins is enchanting young readers the world over, and I thought it was time to introduce you to the cats from book two who live within the realm of the Apothecary. 

Our next cats are a pair of brothers who love to roll around and play! Olli & Cosmo may well be living underneath your bed, and if they do, they are the ones who make things go bump in the night!

BUY NOW The Magic of Mister Mishkins in Amazon/Waterstones/your favourite independent store https://www.amazon.co.uk/Magic-Mister-Mishkins-Book-Two/dp/1068242701

For Limited Edition hardbacks, please visit www.mistermishkins.com
After a busy weekend, I am looking forward to head After a busy weekend, I am looking forward to heading home to this ball of fluff. Mister Mishkins, like all our cats, is always so happy to see me, and with the temperatures dropping, the wood burner will be lit tonight - a perfect heat source for anything feline! 

My next bookish outing is @sudburyartscentre Anglian Author Fair next Sunday. For now, I am full of gratitude for all that Burnham Market has given me, and I am looking forward to a less stressful drive home than Friday's #stormclaudia provided! 

Have a lovely Sunday everyone. Samantha xx
I am all set up 67, The Green in Burnham Market - I am all set up 67, The Green in Burnham Market - aka The Old Pharmacy! I will be here all day, and today only, with @magicalmistermishkins series and @moongazertales Jigfoot. We have the Christmas Light Switch On at 4.45pm, and while it is mizzling, it looks set to be a wonderful day. See you soon!
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