I’m a forty year old happily married mum of two energetic boys. I work part time for an aromatherapy firm and find myself torn between cleaning and writing on my days off. I have two miniature wire haired dachshunds and one cat. My hobbies are reading, writing, cycling, walking, family and friends. In an ever-changing world I am grateful to have a steady faith in God.
The book I am showcasing on this blog is a short novel called ‘W.S.’ I hope to reach an audience of young readers who want to get lost in books but find reading hard work! ‘W.S.’ is a big story in a short book.
‘W.S.’ is aimed at 9 + and while humorous, it covers two very topical and sensitive subjects; obesity and bullying.
I welcome your comments and feedback – both parents’ and children!
I am available to visit schools and youth groups and would enjoy sharing the ups and downs of writing.
I remain grateful to a friend Liz Jackson MBE from Great Guns Marketing: a wonderful lady who inspired me to stop being a ‘nearly’ person!
Fantastic!
Brilliant story so far Jane – loving it so far! Amy
Have just pre-ordered the book from Amazon! Will you sign it for me?
fab!!!!!!
Hello,
I am assistant head at Romsey primary School. I understand you recently met our headteacher in Lymington.
Would you be available to come and talk to the children in our assembly on any of the following dates at 10.30.
We would love you to come.
Yours sincerely,
vanessa
Could you e-mail me to organise a school visit if that is ok? You can phone the school. Can we also have a book sent to the school if possible so we can make prep? Wicor Primary, Hampshire. Happy to pay for the book if you invoice us or we can pay for it when we see you.
Thanks,
Gemma
I met you in water stones and you encouraged me to carry on with my stories, well i did. I’ve made the book but its not all finished yet. WS is a very funny book. When i found out what WS stood for i was quite shocked, i didn’t think that its would stand for what it was. i would definitely read this again and show it to my friends. I hope you create another story like it.
from Eleanor
hi jane,
its me again i just wanted to say that i saw a posted with .W.S. in my school hall so i guess that means your coming i was going to say it to my teacher but then i saw the poster.if you do come i’ll try come to you and say hello if i’m aloud
see you soon
eleanor
Hi Jane
We met today in the Post Office. I went home and read the 3 chapters online and would love to buy a copy for my little boy.
I will speak to our school about you visiting.
Best wishes
Lara
hi jane
i spoke to my teacher about .W.S. and she said it was great becuse its anti bullying week next week but she said u al readdy mite be booked in
I absolutly love ypur book W.S it is very well written. I have had it for a day and a half and have finished it all ready. I love the way it’s been written! I think that the story ending is great.
I bought it yesturday when you came to Chalk Ridge Primary School
Hi Jane,
It was good to chat with you at Waterstones, Basingstoke today. Its great to catch up with other writers.
Thank you for signing W.S. for me. I am really looking forward to getting into it.
hi Jane remember me the girl whose name means angel,thought u did, i come from Chalk Ridge Primary School and sorry couldn’t send u this straight away after i read the book. anyway it was awesome and i am hoping to read more of ur books .
as soon as u read the first sentence ur into it and the other thing i liked about this book was that u can picture it in ur head.byyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy
p.s thanks for signing my book
hi thanx i defenetely will read the book by
I like your new ‘references’ page.
I think it would be neat if you would write a bit about the school visits and book signings you do for your blog followers and fans…a bit about the highlights, the activities, the discussion.
I think it would keep your readers connected.
Catelyn x
Love your words – “big story in a short book.” We have something in common. Blessings to you and your wonderful work!
Matt Patterson
author of My Emily
Hi Jane, I love your book, I was wondering if you could come into my school and give a talk to everyone, if there is some way to contact you ( as I dont want to give out any personal details out in public ) but if you can get in touch, that would be great, I am in year 6 so will be leaving soon, and I would love you to come in whilst Im still in primary school. I have a signed copy of your book and I got it today, Its brill! Hope to hear from you and I have entered my email address into the box, so you might know it, see you soon
Holly x
sorry
u never got to cum in on anti – bullying week!!! 
Hey Ellie,
There is always this year!! My next book should be out this summer – keep an eye on this blog :0)
Take care
Jane x
Hi Jane,
I thought it was an outstanding book – both in terms of writing style and message. It would be a great entrant for The Times Children’s Fiction Competition – ticks all boxes – check out:- http://www.thetimes.co.uk/tto/public/competitions/article2961368.ece
Fiona (from the slopes)x
Hi Jane,
how are you? just wanted to know when your next books out.
Kitty
Love the new book, are we going to get any more chapters?
weather i have the penguin i dont now i just wanted to let you know ur book is awsome :p