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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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I love these early comments on The Magic of Mister I love these early comments on The Magic of Mister Mishkins! "“Let me just rave on for a little bit about how much I love the story. The world building is probably my favourite aspect... Everything felt so magical and visual – I feel so immersed in it all! The characters and the different stories in each chapter, made this such a sweet yet sometimes emotional read. So many of your readers, younger and older, are going to love this one!” Gabby D’Aolia, BETA reader The Magic of Mister Mishkins is out 8 August 2025 - pre-order now for the purrfect read this International Cat Day!
The Magic of Mister Mishkins launches on 8 August The Magic of Mister Mishkins launches on 8 August - International Cat Day! I thought it would be fun to introduce you all the cats who live within the realm of the Apothecary, Mister Mishkins aside, and I will start with those featured in the first book, Mister Mishkins' Apothecary. Cat number three is the very special Merlin Cat - who those of you who know Samantha will know was her heart cat. When Merlin died, she said that he was sliding down rainbows with glitter coming out of his tail, so that is how he arrives in the book! It is Merlin Cat who tells Mister Mishkins that he is one of the Magical M Cats, thus starting this little ginger kitten on his adventures. PRE-ORDER 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
The Magic of Mister Mishkins is due back any day, The Magic of Mister Mishkins is due back any day, so time to share some of the magic within... @gerdasmit_illustrator captured this as she worked on the cover of the second book, taking inspiration from the first. Who is ready for the magic to arrive? I know I am!
You are invited! A reminder that you are invited You are invited! A reminder that you are invited to The Old Pharmacy in Burnham Market for the official book launch of The Magic of Mister Mishkins! Wanda from @tuscanfarmshop has kindly offered me this wonderful space to once more for a pop up and somewhere to host this exciting event. There will be activities, readings, gingerbread cats, prizes, and more. Come along to Burnham Market to see me and get your signed copy on Saturday 9 August, 10am until 4.30pm. If you can't make the Saturday, but would like to attend a launch, please message me about the private event, which is taking place on Friday 8 August - launch day itself! I look forward to seeing you there, and to sharing The Magic of Mister Mishkins with you once more! Samantha & @magicalmistermishkins xx
The Magic of Mister Mishkins launches on 8 August The Magic of Mister Mishkins launches on 8 August - International Cat Day! I thought it would be fun to introduce you all the cats who live within the realm of the Apothecary, Mister Mishkins aside, and I will start with those featured in the first book, Mister Mishkins' Apothecary. Cat number two is Jade the Rain Cat, a beautiful tortoiseshell who loves to dance in waterfalls and bring smiles to the grumpiest of faces. Jade is a favourite for many, and it is worth doing a rain dance to encourage her to appear! PRE-ORDER 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
Thrilled to share some early comments about The Ma Thrilled to share some early comments about The Magic of Mister Mishkins: "I had a great time reading the opening of The Magic of Mister Mishkins and there is plenty to be proud of here: an anthropomorphic cat which feels very Studio Ghibli-esque (one of the biggest compliments I can make! 😊) an intriguing, magical setting, and a young girl who is in desperate need of some magic in her life. Addressing – and shifting – negative emotions is an important theme to tackle in children's books, and you have a lovely, unique idea to do this with." Clare Povey, Writers & Artists The Magic of Mister Mishkins is out 8 August 2025 - pre-order now for the purrfect read this International Cat Day!
Mister Mishkins is relaxing now that his second bo Mister Mishkins is relaxing now that his second book has gone to print! The Magic of Mister Mishkins - out on international cat day, 8 August! Pre-order now.
Someone knows that his book went to print today... Someone knows that his book went to print today... The Magic of Mister Mishkins - put 8 August! Pre-order links in bio. Come & join us at The Old Pharmacy in Burnham Market on 9 August to celebrate the launch of this special younger Middle Grade book 😻
Such heaven to see and hear this - rain! It feels Such heaven to see and hear this - rain! It feels like so long since we last had some. Of course, today is St Swithin's Day, so it is likely to rain for the next forty days, but after the hot and dry weather - and seeing the failing crops in the fields - I'll take it!
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