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Edinburgh International Book Festival
Scotland has a wonderful and rich reputation for its great cultural & creative events. From the Edinburgh International Book Festival to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. It is definitely one of the greatest celebrations…
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Why do I love being a Scottish Children’s Illustrator?
New Children’s Illustrator 2022? So why do I love being a Scottish Children’s Illustrator? My greatest pride as a 10 year old was the old diary I carried everywhere, which I filled with…
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New Children’s Author 2024
What do we need from Children’s Authors and Illustrators in 2022? As a mum of three the past nineteen months could have been either the most positive or most negative experience for my…
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Why we need to protect the innocence of Childhood?
The Sacred Chapter of Life 'Childhood- a time and space for only childlike thoughts and things'.....
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How to protect yourself against Negative influences!
My favourite book of all time is ‘Think and Grow Rich’. Over the years I have possessed various editions which I frequently have to replace. As I keep giving them away or lending…
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Who are the inspiration for your books?
My Gran the inspiration for “The Entrepreneur; White Ball Thinking” Mary Dermody There were three things everyone knew about Mary Dermody. Her tireless work ethic, forthrightness & energy for life. But her fellow…
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Favourite best selling Baby books!
What was your first baby book? Can you remember the first book you ever read? My earliest memories of reading are associated with a collection of Ladybird books. Our family book collection included…
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Why did I start writing & illustrating books for children?
As a Scottish Children’s Author and illustrator I am always inspired by the great authors and illustrators that have came from the United Kingdom. From Roald Dahl, J K Rowling, Beatrix Potter, J…
