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Author: Sidra Ansari

  • My First Cosy Crime Novel ♥️

    I loved following these very likeable characters while they play detective in the beautiful setting of a dreamy Cornwall town 🌊 There were some really great unpredictable moments in the story, that kept me guessing and some really atmospheric scenes by the sea. I’m already looking forward to the next book in the series! Just…

  • I’m listening to: The Forty Rules of Love

    Listening to this after literal YEARS of having it on my TBR pile. Loving the story, the writing, the commentary on LOVE and the Sufi references so far. It’s already such a compelling story. Why did it take me so long to get to??  If you know me, you know I’m an optimist so I…

  • The Silent Patient- Book Review

    Yes I know I’m late to this party, but WOW. This one was a stunner. I recently found out that crime novels are the biggest selling books in the UK. So, even though I’m not a big fan, I decided to try this one just to see what all the fuss was about. Reader, I…

  • The Words

    Sometimes the words are #scrumptiousA delicate delight that dazzle and disappear on your tongue,At other times the words are bitter, hard to swallow, searing and scandalous.But each time the words are written, I close the book and smile.Because I turned up. #vss365 #amwriting #writing #writingfiction #writingcommunity #writingprompts #writinginspiration #ballerina #muse #writinglife #writingofinstagram #creativewriting #writingwarmup #newbook…

  • A new idea tantalises me…

    My new idea dances, tantalises, mesmerises, just out of my grasp.She’s on her tiptoesSpins and floatsDips out of reachA #ballerinaMy museShe’s up at 3 amI dream of herI know herShe’s comingAnd she’s going to tell me her storyWhen she doesI’ll listen #vss365 #amwriting #writing #writingfiction #writingcommunity #writingprompts #writinginspiration #ballerina #muse #writinglife #writingofinstagram #creativewriting #writingwarmup #newbook…

  • A Review of Talking at Night

    Definitely one to read…! (You can thank me later ☺️) Absolutely loved this. Yes, it’s a romantic love story. But then it’s so much more…. Like it’s long and more satisfying and sooo affecting and raw and honest and kind and good…So so good. Although I have to admit, it broke my heart…more than once…

  • I just read Yellowface! And here are my thoughts…

    During a busy weekend, I hurtled through the narrative in a matter of hours. As a writer, I was tricked into not analysing the text for dramatic devices, and instead stayed on the edge of my seat as the story unravelled. Talk about a thrilling ride.  ‘Athena Liu is a literary darling and June Hayward…

  • Catch up with me! Shortlisted for Audiobook of the Year!!! (& a New Job)

    I can’t believe it was only a few days ago that the Week Junior announced their shortlist for Children’s Audiobook of the Year 2023. WHAT AN UNEXPECTED DELIGHT AND HONOUR! If you know someone who might like a feel-good global adventure for 4-7 year olds, you can listen to a sample and buy my book,…

  • New Koyal Writers Book Review

  • Eid Gift Idea 🤩☺️ (and kittens)

    I’ve roped the kittens into a bit of modelling today. D’you blame me?! It’s #Day33 and nearly Eid. So if you’d like to gift a beloved friend or family member, look no further than Ladybird Stories for Eid, written by me and read by the awesome @Actornabil 🤩🤩🤩 Enjoy!! 🎉 #cats #catsofinstagram #catscatscats #catsareawesome #catsarecute…