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An amazing Sandstorm review

by Samantha Mattocksupdated on January 2, 2023January 2, 2023 Leave a Comment on An amazing Sandstorm review

Sandstorm is a stunning piece of literature that enthralled, entertained, and enchanted me from the very first page!

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Return to the blue bar…

by Samantha Mattocksupdated on April 11, 2022April 11, 2022 Leave a Comment on Return to the blue bar…

In March, I returned to Dubai and the Novotel World Trade Centre – the scene for many an escapade within Sandstorm, and also home to the legendary blue bar. It felt great to be back in a place that inspired me so much, and is also the setting for one of the raunchiest scenes in …

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Sandstorm new cover reveal!

by Samantha Mattocksupdated on April 11, 2022November 1, 2021 Leave a Comment on Sandstorm new cover reveal!

I am so excited to share with you the new cover for my debut novel, Sandstorm. The original cover image was a painting by my dear friend, Shannon Lawlor, chosen with the Arabian horse in mind. However, Sandstorm quickly reached people not familiar with the world of the Arabian horse and thus a new cover …

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Sandstorm – moving into print!

by Samantha Mattocksupdated on October 6, 2021July 14, 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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Sandstorm – available now!

by Samantha Mattocksupdated on October 6, 2021April 24, 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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We enjoyed watching the best river life today whil We enjoyed watching the best river life today while catching up with family.
I am in London for an incredible horse show, GCAT I am in London for an incredible horse show, GCAT London, but The Magic of Mister Mishkins has come with me. I am enjoying brunch before heading to the Royal Chelsea Hospital this afternoon.

I found a super cute coffee shop - @katcoffeecompany - and I ordered a honey kat juice: carrot, ginger, lemon, and honey, not appreciating that it would be orange in colour! It is the perfect drink to go with the book, and I am sure that Mister Mishkins would approve.

It will soon be time to get ready and head to the show to see the stunning mares and stallions, but for now, I am going to linger a while, and ponder upon all things feline.

Samantha xx
I am now in London for the Global Champions Arabia I am now in London for the Global Champions Arabians Tour in beautiful Chelsea and this is the stunning rug that is being given to the senior champions on Sunday. I think we are in for an incredible event!
The Magic of Mister Mishkins is now out in the wor The Magic of Mister Mishkins is now out in the world - and now we need your help in order to spread the word!

Doing any of the the things on this post will cost you nothing, but will help me hugely as an author. If you can do just one of these things, that would be amazing. 

Thank you so much in advance. 

Samantha xx
A slightly belated but no less heartfelt thank you A slightly belated but no less heartfelt thank you to everyone for a wonderful book launch for The Magic of Mister Mishkins!

It was a beautiful weekend in The Old Pharmacy in Burnham Market, with the very best of the @tuscanfarmshop on offer to refresh guests, and wonderful music from @jbrooksguitar. A huge thank you to @her_dark_materials, Poppy,  @oldschoolbooks_burnhammarket @books_coffee_cake, Adam, and more for making the magic happen. 

Above all, a huge thank you to all who have purchased the book. I truly hope you are enjoying it, and I look forward to reading your reviews. 

Thank you again, Samantha & Mister Mishkins xx
My ultimate treat is lamb kleftiko and it seemed l My ultimate treat is lamb kleftiko and it seemed like the perfect dish to celebrate my book launch. 

This is the perfect hands-off, delicious dinner - a little bit of chopping, chuck it in the pan, and let the oven do the work, meaning you can relax and enjoy family time. The lamb, as ever, from the brilliant @theforequarter and it was full of flavour.

I went super garlicky with this dish as I need a boost ahead of a busy week. Washed down with the smoothest Tuscan red from @tuscanfarmshop and this  ticked all the boxes.
A magical launch for The Magic of Mister Mishkins A magical launch for The Magic of Mister Mishkins last night in Burnham Market! 

Thank you to all who came, and I look forward to seeing more of you today in The Old Pharmacy on the beautiful sunny Green in the heart of town.
One of the items in the gift bags for those buying One of the items in the gift bags for those buying @magicalmistermishkins for children during launch weekend at Burnham Market. Keeping curious minds growing.
Today is the day! The Magic of Mister Mishkins is Today is the day! The Magic of Mister Mishkins is released into the world!

I cannot wait for you to have this book in your hands. The Magic of Mister Mishkins is book two in The Magical Mister Mishkins series, and it is such a lovely book with a story to enchant and illustrations to capture the heart. 

I will be up at Burnham Market today and tomorrow in The Old Pharmacy so please do come and say hello, have a look through, and maybe even purchase a signed copy. 

What a perfect day to launch a book about cats, on International Cat Day, and on the Lionsgate Portal. Time to dream another little dream, and wait for the magic to happen.

Samantha & Mister Mishkins xx

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