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Leaving pawprints on my heart

by Samantha Mattocksupdated on October 6, 2021March 25, 2021 Leave a Comment on Leaving pawprints on my heart

So many people lucky enough to be truly owned by a pet often feel bereft at the passing of their beloved four-legged family member. There is no funeral, there is no eulogy, there is no order of service, But the life that they lived with their pet was just as important, just as valid, if …

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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. 

But wait - what's this? A dog? In a cat book? Yes, meet Nero the Hero, who finds himself befriending Mister Mishkins on Mosaic Street. Even better, Nero the Hero will have his own spin off series, with book one due out next March! 

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

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Take me back to the sea, take me back to the place Take me back to the sea, take me back to the place that I love the best... 

Some days, the sound of the waves just calls to me. I miss the sea. I spent three years at university on the North Yorkshire coast, and this is a place I will always call home. And aren't the blues and the waves just so wonderful in this picture? Captured last October, in Scarborough's wonderful North Bay, at the end of our university reunion.
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. 

The final cat we meet in The Magic of Mister Mishkins is cat number seventeen, Susie. With her brave head for heights, she takes not one but two people off on an adventure - and makes someone's dreams come true. 

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
What a treat to enjoy this new fizz from the @tusc What a treat to enjoy this new fizz from the @tuscanfarmshop - needed after driving for over almost two hours after two days. 

Now safely home, with the world shut out, the cats all milling around, the woodburner going, and a calm settling in our world.

I love the Tuscan Farmshop wines, and this fizz is a perfect addition to the festive table. Brava!
My next event with the @magicalmistermishkins is @ My next event with the @magicalmistermishkins is @bungaystreetmarkets as a guest of the ever-fabulous @giddensthompson I'll be there with gift-wrapped and signed copies of Mister Mishkins' Apothecary and The Magic of Mister Mishkins, as well as the 2026 Mister Mishkins calendar! I look forward to seeing you there x
All set up @sudburyartscentre with @magicalmisterm All set up @sudburyartscentre with @magicalmistermishkins and @moongazertales

I am right in front of the cafe, the perfect spot to browse the beautiful books and then get a cuppa and a tasty cake.

The sun has just come out - I look forward to seeing you!
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. 

The cry of 'I'm bored!' is one many are familiar with - which is why you need a Cally Cat in your life! Cally proves that there is always fun to be had, regardless of how boring you think the world is.

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
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
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