Category Archives: my short stories

I write novels and short stories. My short stories have been published and have won writing prizes.

Competition success!

How wonderful it is to finally win a writing competition! Entering a writing competition is like buying a lottery ticket. You know the chances of winning are very small, and that if you saved all the money you spend on … Continue reading

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A lush few moments with Colette: The Silver Stopper

Thank you so much for your wonderful post about my story, The Silver Stopper, Teresa! I adore the word “lush”: it’s so voluptuous, sensual and opulent… (and makes me think of Nigella Lawson!) This was posted on 3 September 2008 … Continue reading

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