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Announcing Mister Mishkins’ Apothecary

by Samantha Mattocksupdated on August 30, 2023August 3, 2023 Leave a Comment on Announcing Mister Mishkins’ Apothecary

I am delighted to share that, two months today, I will launch my debut children’s book, Mister Mishkins’ Apothecary.

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Something fun happened today as the cats @cathouse Something fun happened today as the cats @cathousenorwich invited me along to talk all things @magicalmistermishkins ! All will be revealed later this week, but I could not resist sharing a few images of some of the magnificent cats who live there. Aren't they gorgeous? The Cat House is now an official 🐾 Mister Mishkins stockist, making it the perfect place to enjoy a cup of @strangerscoffee and a cuddle with a cat, and then purchase the books in their gorgeous - and highly tempting - shop! Keep your eyes peeled for more news later this week! Thank you for having me!
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 seven is Minski II- Samantha’s second ‘M’ cat. After losing the Great Minski, Samantha longed for another long-haired black at, and along came Minski II, a truly magical cat and instigator of dreams. He is an important part of the Apothecary story. 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
Saturday night comfort food - roast duck leg, my f Saturday night comfort food - roast duck leg, my favourite mix of butterbeans, tinned tomatoes, chorizo & @yarevalleyoils lemon oil for extra zing, with beautiful English cabbage. Just what was needed on a cool August day.
One week to go! Yes, The Magic of Mister Mishkin One week to go! Yes, The Magic of Mister Mishkins is out next Friday, 8 August. Please enjoy this peek inside the second of my Magical Mister Mishkins series, and I hope to see you there at the launch! Samantha & Mister Mishkins xx
We have finally made it to the month where the gol We have finally made it to the month where the golden light begins - and what an exciting month it is set to be! Next Friday sees the launch of the second book in my Magical Mister Mishkins Series: The Magic of Mister Mishkins. I cannot wait to share this book with you all, and I hope that you will love it as much as I do. This is also the month when the fields slowly empty from harvest, we get to celebrate a bank holiday with friends and family, and we start to gather berries from hedgerows for jams, ice creams, and other tasty delights. What are you plans for the coming days? What dreams do you still have to achieve this year? Whisper them now the morning sun, and then just wait for them to come true. Make this month a magical one, Samantha 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 six is the Great Minski - Samantha’s original ‘M’ cat, The Great Minski was the instigator behind all the magic you see here today. 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
Sharing one of my favourite videos of baby Mishkin Sharing one of my favourite videos of baby Mishkins, playing with Jade's tail - before taking his paws off the window ledge. The look on his face still makes me laugh!
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 five is Whiskey, who loves nothing more than floating around on clouds - the higher up, the better! However, Whiskey's forgetful nature means that he sometimes fails to observe the Apothecary rules, which can get him in trouble... 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 - and I think this one says it all! "A book that makes you tingle with happiness and love," Dr Lynn Pal, Neurobehavioral and Biological Chartered Psychologist The Magic of Mister Mishkins is out 8 August 2025 - pre-order now for the purrfect read this International Cat Day! 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
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