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Author Archives: Sherri Matthews
Dispatches From Lockdown In An English Spring
We humans are resourceful. We adjust. We have to. My mother lives in her snug, safe home across the garden from us, but I can’t get close or hug her, because she is self-isolating, sheilded from the outside and coronovirus. … Continue reading
Still Sweet Robin Sings
The world has gone mad, my family’s needs call… but still Sweet Robin sings. And the blackbird too. Take care all, keep safe and be well… This too shall pass.
Posted in Nature & Wildlife
Tagged Blackbird Photo, British Robin Photo, Nature & Wildlife
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Book Tour With Author M J Mallon And Mr Sagittarius
Today, I am thrilled to host talented author and lovely friend, M J Mallon. I have had the good fortune of meeting Marje several times, and she is as kind and as friendly as her smile attests. Marje is on … Continue reading
Posted in Guest Blogs
Tagged Author M J Mallon, Book Launch, Book Tour, Guest Post, Mr Sagittarius, Poetry
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Happy New Valentines Day With Memoir Pitching Tips
Not quite the jaunty start to 2020 I hoped for, but at least I can wish you a Happy New Year and Valentines Day at the same time. One reason for my absence is my self-imposed, many-weeks long assignment to … Continue reading
What I Wanted To Tell You At Christmas
What I wanted to tell you at Christmas is how spectacular the illuminations at Stourhead this year. I wanted to show you the carpet of lights twinkling down to the lake and the Pantheon lit up like a beacon in … Continue reading
Book Blog Tour: The Last Will of Sven Anderson by Geoff Le Pard
Seasons Greetings, all! Things might have seemed quiet here at the summerhouse, but it’s been a buzz of activity behind the scenes. More on that next week in my Christmas post. For now, it’s great to return with a hearty … Continue reading
For Stories Yet To Be Written
In early September, my family whisked me away to a delightful cottage (a one time Calvinist chapel) in the heart of the beautiful Sussex countryside. This was my ‘big’ birthday getaway, plotted and planned with great secrecy. With stunning views … Continue reading
‘More Glimpses’ And A Secret With Hugh W Roberts
Greetings, dear friends! After a few weeks away at work (memoir submission) and play (birthday fun, catch up post next week), today I’m delighted to welcome author, Hugh W Roberts, to the Summerhouse. Hugh is on book blog tour with … Continue reading
Sally’s Cafe and Bookstore – New Series – Sunday Author Interview – Coming Soon.
Calling all authors, read all about it! A fantastic opportunity to promote your books for free, thanks to Sally Cronin’s Sunday Author Interview series coming soon! ❤