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  • 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 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…

  • The Quran

    To kiss its pages,& inhale its scent,Feels so otherworldly,Feels so wise,Changes my perspective,Helps me to synchronise,My thoughts and feelings,My soul and its dealings,About life on earthAnd all it’s worth,Why not read it,Give it a tryIt’s not the first book of its kind 🥰 #quran #ramadan #ramadanreflections #ramadanreflections2023 #qurantranslation #qurantranslationenglish #thequran #otherworldly #wise #synchronicity #love #faith…

  • We have kittens…(and other news)!

    Hey lovelies, So, this happened… Click on the tweet to see more pics. Needless to say, we’re completely besotted. New life is such a blessing and a miracle and it’s a gift to witness these new arrivals into our home. AlhamduLillah! (Praise the Lord!) This month, I also got to the end of my sixth…

  • Remind me

    Morning lovelies, I’m nearly ready to submit, I can feel it in my bones, I have enjoyed this process so much, Lighting a candle Giving my words time to breathe on the page, If it doesn’t get picked up this time… Remind me to try again… (Please send all the good vibes for my women’s…

  • The Sky is a Metaphor for Writing

    Sometimes the sky is a wonderfulcollection of colours. And sometimes there is nothing to be seen at all. Kind of like writing the first draft of a story, me thinks 💜💛♥️ How are you all? I’ve been busy lately with editing my women’s fiction novel. It’s exciting stuff and I hope to be able to…