Backstory: Use It or Lose It

Backstory: Use It or Lose It

Recently, I started reading a new mystery novel, but finally had to put it down. The author started off with […]

By Anne FotheringhamMarch 28, 2020

Research and the Internet

Years ago, research for our writing involved prolonged trips to the library, flicking through the card index and hunting books […]

By Anne FotheringhamMarch 18, 2020

Hooking the Reader

Hooking the reader from the beginning of your story is very important. Therefore, the most important elements of your novel […]

By Anne FotheringhamMarch 13, 2020

Show vs Tell

Show and Tell – writers often wrestle with the use of these two techniques. It can be confusing when trying […]

By Anne FotheringhamMarch 5, 2020

Joining a Writers’ Group

Joining a writers’ group is something every writer should consider. It’s like having your own personal support group. The members […]

By Anne FotheringhamFebruary 27, 2020

Debunking Myths About Editors

There are a number of myths circulating about working with professional editors. I’m not sure if I’ve heard all of […]

By Anne FotheringhamFebruary 21, 2020

Our Friend the Dictionary

By Anne J. Fotheringham Today’s technology offers writers and editors a range of electronic tools to assist them in the […]

By Anne FotheringhamFebruary 13, 2020

Learning from Rejection

Dealing with rejection is something all writers have to do at one time or another in their careers. It can […]

By Anne FotheringhamFebruary 6, 2020

Strategies for Beating Writer’s Block

Writers’ block – we’ve all heard about it and many of us have experienced it. You sit staring at the […]

By Anne FotheringhamJanuary 29, 2020

Brainstorming for Writers

Got ideas for a story but can’t work out all the logistics? Need some input and new ideas for a […]

By Anne FotheringhamJanuary 23, 2020

Fantastic debut murder mystery. My cousin put me on to this author and I was not disappointed. The story catches your attention from the start and does not let you go. I read the book from cover to cover in one sitting and was astounded at the really clever and unexpected twist at the end. Skillfully written. This is the first of a trilogy entitled The Lamb’s Bay Mysteries and I’m itching to read about Private Investigator Hilaria (aka Hilly) Barton-Cheswick’s next case. This author is certainly one to watch.

5.0 out of 5 stars

April 27, 2020

Intriguing. Within the first few lines the author takes you straight to the murder scene. From then on the story moves quickly and really kept my attention throughout the whole book. The characters are interesting and their lives centre around the past and present. The end left me with thoughts and questions, Is there more? I hope so. I very much recommend this as a very enjoyable and intriguing read.

Sand

5.0 out of 5 stars

May 19, 2020

Cozy Mystery with delightful descriptions. Excellent mystery with more than a touch of humor! Hilly is a character with a true voice, totally relatable. The Lamb’s Bay scenic descriptions are almost poetry, and the tale draws you in.

Amazon Customer

5.0 out of 5 stars

May 24, 2020

Character driven cozy mystery. I enjoyed the ride through Lamb’s Bay with main character Hilly leading the way in first person, introducing the reader to a variety of townspeople as she investigates the disappearance of an old friend’s young daughter. Looking forward to reading more about these folks and the messes they get themselves into.

Trudy

4.0 out of 5 stars

June 30, 2020

A real page turner! The plot had me on the edge of my seat right from the start! The main character Hilly is funny, brave and smart. Getting to know the rest of Lamb’s Bay was like sitting down with old friends. A superb read!

Joanne

5.0 out of 5 stars

August 20, 2020