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Monthly Archives: December 2012
The Next Big Thing
Last week, my friend and writing colleague Shahla answered 10 questions about her novel, VamPR, on her blog. It’s a fascinating read and I can’t wait to read her book, a futuristic, dystopian take on London, the corporate world and … Continue reading
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A quote about happiness and struggle…
…from Jeanette Winterson, which I find great comfort in, as I sit here thinking about what the bloody hell I’ve got to show for the last year. “If the sun is shining, stand in it – yes, yes, yes. Happy … Continue reading
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My 18 year-long love affair with Pulp
Back in 1990, aged 10, I went to my first ever pop concert – Kylie Minogue at the Docklands Arena – and the pre-concert excitement proved so much that when Kylie finally appeared on stage, I burst into tears. I … Continue reading
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