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An interview by Business Life Online

by Samantha Mattocksupdated on 6 October, 202110 October, 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 …

Summer days July 2020
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September days

by Samantha Mattocksupdated on 6 October, 20217 September, 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 6 October, 20211 September, 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 6 October, 202114 July, 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 6 October, 202130 June, 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 6 October, 202120 June, 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 1 June, 20201 June, 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 6 October, 20212 May, 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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Sandstorm – available now!

by Samantha Mattocksupdated on 6 October, 202124 April, 2020 Leave a Comment on Sandstorm – available now!

I have decided to bite the bullet and put Sandstorm live, the first book in my Arabian Storm Series. I began working on Sandstorm over 10 years ago and have published it on Amazon Kindle. You can order your copy here. Set in the exciting Arabian horse showing world, Sandstorm follows the halter horse trainers …

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Sharing a recipe… Slow cooked ox cheeks

by Samantha Mattocksupdated on 6 October, 202123 April, 2020 Leave a Comment on Sharing a recipe… Slow cooked ox cheeks

I have just shared a recipe over on The Delicate Diner – for slow cooked ox cheek. It is a delicious dish and perfect for these days when, although sunny in the northern hemisphere, there is still a nip in the air come evening. Head on over to The Delicate Diner website to find the …

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Wow, what a whirlwind @bressingham_hall_events Chr Wow, what a whirlwind @bressingham_hall_events Christmas Fair was! So many people stopped by to find out more about the books, and many copies of the @magicalmistermishkins & Nero the Hero went to new homes. 

Thank you so much to everyone who stopped by for a chat, fell in love with the books, and wanted to know more about the story behind the books.

My next stops are @wellbeckwellness Long Stratton Schools Christmas Market on Thursday evening and then Hempnall Christmas Fair this Saturday.

Enjoy your books, happy reading! 

Samantha & Mister Mishkins xxx
I am all set up @bressingham_hall_events for their I am all set up @bressingham_hall_events for their Christmas Gift Fair! 

I am thrilled with my new display stand, no plastic in sight, and happy to share my new products for the first time. There's still one more to join the Mosiac Street family this year, but more on that later....

There are so many gorgeous stands here, and the event runs 10-3 today and tomorrow. 

Come along and get your Christmas shopping sorted from beautiful independent makers.

Samantha xx
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The 2027 calendars have arrived, featuring Mister The 2027 calendars have arrived, featuring Mister Mishkins and Nero the Hero! 

Order your copies now - I only did a small run as a little late, so once they've gone, they're gone!
Things are getting busy! All my weekends from now Things are getting busy! All my weekends from now until Christmas are filled with events, from craft fairs to community events. 

I will be at the following events with the Magical Mister Mishkins & Nero the Hero series, including 2027 calendars, Christmas Tails from Mosaic Street, colouring books, plus all four books in the collection thus far. I will have special offers at many of these events, so do come along to get your Christmas gifts all organised and wrapped up. 

7-8 Nov Bressingham Christmas Fair 
12 Nov Long Stratton All Schools Christmas Market 
14 Nov Hempnall Christmas Fair 
21 Nov Creake Christmas Gift Fair 
22 Nov Christmas Market - World Horse Welfare 
29 Nov Assembly House Christmas Market 
3 Dec Wheatacre Barns Christmas Market 
5 Dec The Otium Centre Christmas Fayre 
12 Dec Long Stratton Christmas Fair 
19 Dec - Old School Books, Burnham Market

I really hope to see you at these events. If you cannot make it, and would like to order something, please visit https://mistermishkins.com/shop

See you all very soon!

Samantha xx
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It is hard to believe that November is upon us. I It is hard to believe that November is upon us. I feel as though time has slipped through my fingers at an alarming rate lately, and I am shocked that we are now in the eleventh month. 

Far from being quiet, this month will be rather full on for me and my books. I will be at six events and I am looking forward to sharing my work with new audiences - and then enjoying the breathing space once home!

You can find full details on my website of where I will be, but here's an overview:

7/8 November - Bressingham Christmas Fair
12 November - Long Stratton All Schools Christmas Market
14 November - Hempnall Christmas Fair
21 November - Creake Abbey Winter Gift Fair
22 November - Christmas Market at World Horse Welfare
29 November - Assembly House Christmas Market

What about you? What are your plans? I hope to make orange-free mincemeat this month, as well as maybe a Christmas cake, but I do need to be realistic about time. Has anyone found that magical pause button yet? If so, let me know...

Have a wonderful month, my friends. 

Samantha xx
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So wonderful to be back @oldschoolbooks_burnhammar So wonderful to be back @oldschoolbooks_burnhammarket with Nero the Hero and the @magicalmistermishkins today and tomorrow! 

Come along to the most wonderful bookshop, enjoy coffee and cake, and get your signed copies from the series.

I will be doing readings from the book and children's activities, and there will be cake! 

I am here all day today, plus until 3pm on Saturday. I look forward to seeing you! 

Samantha xx
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