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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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I am getting ready to head home after attending th I am getting ready to head home after attending the brilliant Self-Publishing Conference from @troubador_publishing It was an inspiring day, and it was great to meet local authors @katefranceswrites & @suzykquinn - the latter giving a fantastic keynote speech. Also of note was the talk by @debbieyoungauthor for @jerichowriters - some bits of which keep going around my head in a loop this morning. I stayed in @vocoleicester and, being opposite @leicestertigers I thought this wallpaper was rather fitting. Plus, it shows the grown-up version of how the @magicalmistermishkins undoubtedly sees himself! Now, though, it is time to pack and head back down the A14 towards home - and cuddles with the smaller ginger one himself.
One of those days you dread. We lost our beautifu One of those days you dread. We lost our beautiful homebred mare, Rosaliah Gold, this morning. She was 29. She did so much, and meant so much to many. But to us, she was our lovely Rosie Posie, and she was one in a million. She is pictured here with my dad, showing at the UK International back in the 90s. Run free, sweet girl. You will be so very much missed. X
It is a month today since The Magic of Mister Mish It is a month today since The Magic of Mister Mishkins was launched! If you haven't got your copy yet, this is what people are saying about the book. Follow the magic - The Magic of Mister Mishkins ✨️
Possibly the most incredible feedback I have ever Possibly the most incredible feedback I have ever received: " I personally, have never read such a fantastic children's book. You are taken on this incredible journey that moves the characters from their worries into a positive and loving headspace." This came via a friend who bought the books for his friend. I do not know here, nor did I ask for feedback. When this was sent to me last night, I was completely blown away. This feedback truly is the stuff of dreams... Thank you. #bookreview #mistermishkinsapothecary #themagicalmistermishkinsseries #mistermishkins #samanthamattocks @oldschoolbooks_burnhammarket @kettsbooks @papermoonbookseller @bookbugsdragontales @cathousenorwich
Today is Ginger Cat Appreciation Day - and who bet Today is Ginger Cat Appreciation Day - and who better to share today than Mister Mishkins! This is my story of how Mishkins not only helps children around the world with their fears and worries, but healed my own heart once he arrived in my life. Happy Ginger Cat Day, Mister M! You are truly one in a million 🐈 https://samanthamattockswrites.substack.com/p/how-a-ginger-cat-healed-my-heart
It is time to say hello to September, the month th It is time to say hello to September, the month that can bring Indian summers, stunning sunsets, glorious moon rises, and the first gentle reminder from nature that letting go of things can be beautiful. It is time for crumpets and crumbles, fluffy socks and Strictly, and a certain nostalgic yearning for new stationery. My mistake - the stationery thing happens every day for me, and my notebook addiction is real! I am trying to use them, honest, but then I see new ones and, well, they have to join my library. Notebooks aside, what are you looking forward to this month? Let me know your plans. May your month be filled with joy, whatever that may mean to you. Samantha xx
The longest month! 1 - @magicalmistermishkins wi The longest month! 1 - @magicalmistermishkins with his new book, The Magic of Mister Mishkins 2 - Rickle Pickle 3 - Reading at the gorgeous @cathousenorwich 4 - Gifts for book launch, sourced by @oldschoolbooks_burnhammarket 5 - I did it! Book two is published 6 - A horsey coffee @arabianstour 7 - A celebration of the ridden Arabian 8 - The stunning closing ceremony @arabianstour ! 9 - Sunset with a drone over London 10 - Bopping Robin 11 - Rickle Pickle, one year her3 12 - Homegrown tomatoes 13 - Air fryer cookies 14 - A gorgeous gift and message from a beautiful friend 15 - Ending the month with chocolate fondant by @buzz_brasteds @caistorhallnorwich Phew! Love to all xx
The first review is in! I always worry about sha The first review is in! I always worry about sharing reviews - it's that thing of not wanting to come across as boastful or 'look at me', but if I don't share then, them no one will know! So, here goes... "5 stars "More cats, rainbows, butterflies and a dog! "A gorgeous further glimpse into a magical, colourful and supportive world. "Such a beautiful backdrop of kindness and fun. "Gently acknowledging and addressing everyday fears and concerns for middle grade children(7-10 ISH). Great for reading with younger children who are entranced with the charming illustrations, and accessible for confident readers. "Love the introduction of a dog this time, and all are eagerly awaiting more stories of both cats and dogs and of course the magical Mister Mishkins." Thank you so much to the reviewer. If you are intrigued and would like to support my dreams, you can order your copy online, pop into your local bookshop and order it in, or request via carrier pigeon. Thank you. Samantha & Mister Mishkins xx
Here it is - my BBC Upload interview with the bril Here it is - my BBC Upload interview with the brilliant Rob Jelly! In it, I talk all things Mister Mishkins, the life of an authentic writer, inspiration, and more. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z_ueZTrUPYo&t=12s Honourable mentions to @scbwi_british_isles @bookbugsdragontales @papermoonbookseller Ernesto's Cat Sanctuary, @catsprotectioncentralnorfolk @john_ferguson_photography @cathousenorwich and @2055_dog Happy listening! Samantha & Mister Mishkins xx
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