Latest Media Kit: Bloodstone (The Curse of Time Book 1) @NextChapterPB #YA #Fantasy #Release

NEWS FLASH

Currently writing book 3 in The Curse of Time series. So, now is a good time to discover more about my books…

BLOODSTONE, Book 1.

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Fifteen-year-old Amelina Scott lives in Cambridge with her dysfunctional family, a mysterious black cat, and an unusual girl who is imprisoned within the mirrors located in her house.

When an unexpected message arrives inviting her to visit the Crystal Cottage, she sets off on a forbidden path where she encounters Ryder: a charismatic, perplexing stranger.

With the help of a magical paint set and some crystal wizard stones, can Amelina discover the truth about her family?

A unique, imaginative mystery full of magic-wielding and dark elements, Bloodstone is a riveting adventure for anyone interested in fantasy, mythology or the world of the paranormal.

TRIGGER WARNING: this book contains mention of self-harm, mental health issues and alludes to the potential dangers of sexual attraction, which may trigger younger/sensitive readers.

To read an excerpt: https://www.nextchapter.pub/books/bloodstone

Now available in wide Distribution :  Kobo, Scribl, Smashwords, Nook, etc and in paperback &  hardback in Barnes & Noble, Amazon, etc:  

https://books2read.com/u/bOyrgW

UK Book Link: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Bloodstone-Curse-Time-Book-1-ebook/dp/B097QZBKNY/

US Book Link: https://www.amazon.com/Bloodstone-M-J-Mallon-ebook/dp/B097QZBKNY/

Universal book Link Bloodstone, book 1, The Curse of Time: http://mybook.to/bstmm

Universal book Link Golden Healer, book 2, The Curse of Time: https://books2read.com/u/mgjY67

To request a free copy via Book Sirens click this link: https://booksirens.com/book/H4SI6L4/Q9PZX3A

Publicity/Features:

Finalist International Author Prize and Fantasy Book awarded for 5 star and 5++ stars by N.N. Light Vine Voice reviewer and verified (blue check) influencer on Amazon:

https://www.nnlightsbookheaven.com/post/2021-book-award-finalists 

Bloodstone has also been awarded a red ribbon by Billy Buttons, Wishing Shelf Awards.

I entered the Wishing Shelf awards and my #ya #fantasy Bloodstone was awarded a red ribbon.

Readers’ Comments: “I enjoyed this fantasy adventure. I think Amelina is a good protagonist who’s determined and brave. There’s lots of drama in it – of the teen sort! – so I think that’ll go down well with 13 – 15 year olds.” Girl, aged 14.

“The way the character is trapped in the mirrors is sort of spooky. I liked that part the best as I thought it was original. I also liked the all the characters; I thought they were very different and often memorable. I hope the author will write another book.” Boy, aged 14.

“I liked the story. There’s sort of a curse on the hero’s dad. The girl, Amelina, has to find a way of saving him. This is a fantasy book but there’s a lot of teenager angst in it too. It’s gritty in parts, but silly too. It’s slow at the start when we get to know the family, but it gets better. Just keep on reading.” Girl, aged 15.

“Ryder is the best character in the story. I think the author should focus on him in the next book. He’s not particularly nice, but he IS interesting. I suspect he’s got a lot of secrets.” Girl, aged 14.

“I felt sorry for Amelina as her family is sort of messed up. But can she fix it? There’s a lot going on in this story. There’s magic, fantasy, drama, adventure – even art! It did feel a bit too busy and I got a little overwhelmed. But I enjoyed the second half a lot as the pacing is better. A good novel for YAs.” Boy, aged 15.

To Sum It Up: ‘A smartly plotted YA fantasy adventure with a strong cast of characters. A RED RIBBON WINNER and highly recommended!’ The Wishing Shelf Book Awards

Many thanks to the following authors and bloggers for their kind features, reviews and book alerts

Stephen at Books and Beyond Reviews https://booksandbeyondreviews.com/2021/12/29/bloodstone-the-curse-of-time-book-one-by-m-j-mallon/

Didi Oviatt 5 star Book Review: https://didioviatt.wordpress.com/2021/12/30/review-5stars-bloodstone-the-curse-of-time-book-1-marjorie_mallon-nextchapterpub/

James Cudney Book Alert and Review: https://thisismytruthnow.com/2021/07/11/book-alert-bloodstone-curse-of-time-1-by-m-j-mallon/

Richard Dee Review: https://richarddeescifi.co.uk/new-edition-the-curse-of-time-book-1-bloodstone/

S C Skillman: Blog Tour Excerpt: https://scskillman.com/2021/07/06/blog-tour-bloodstone-the-curse-of-time-book-1-by-mj-mallon/

Sally Cronin New Book On The Shelves: https://smorgasbordinvitation.wordpress.com/2021/07/07/smorgasbord-cafe-and-bookstore-new-book-on-the-shelves-ya-magic-mystery-bloodstone-the-curse-of-time-book-1-by-m-j-mallon/

Darlene Foster Blog Tour https://darlenefoster.wordpress.com/2021/07/10/blog-tour-for-bloodstone-the-curse-of-time-book-1/

Ritu Bhathal Blog Tour: https://butismileanyway.com/2021/07/10/bloodstone-the-curse-of-time-book-1-by-marjorie_mallon-blogtour/

Allan Hudson Branching Out: http://allanhudson.blogspot.com/2021/06/branching-out-with-returning-author.html

Feature on Alex Pearl’s blog: https://booksbyalexpearl.weebly.com/m-j-mallon.html

To read the reviews on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/58417468-bloodstone

This delightful book will appeal to teens and young adults who love stories filled with magical crystals, dark family curses, and mysteries waiting to be solved around every corner. Each chapter leads you on a journey of discovery where Amelina earns the right to use three wizard stones to reset the balance of time and finally break the curse that holds her family captive. A captivating tale! Author Colleen Chesebro – (Editorial Review of 1st Edition – The Curse of Time Book 1 Bloodstone.)

This is a totally different genre for me, but this year I have been reading books by so many exciting new authors that I wanted to give this book a try. This novel would be great for teenagers, or young adults and it follows the magical story of teenager Amelina as she steps into a world of crystals, magic and wonderment. There are some likeable and not so likeable characters and both are really well written. The book weaves a story of the main character learning new skills and you see her personal growth throughout the story. Nothing is what is seems and you want to find out how Amelia will use her enchanted gifts and learn who she can trust. A book packed full of intrigue, believable characters and poetic verse. Author Lizzie Chantree

This is a brilliant book for young adults interested in magic, supernatural, paranormal, fantasy and myth. I found it highly readable and the author’s imagination is phenomenal, as is the fluency of her language and the dazzling way she describes the curious events and characters in her story. I loved the idea of Esme, the girl trapped in the mirror. Author S C Skillman

An intricate fantasy novel with unique supernatural and magical elements which serves as a highly entertaining read. I had a great time reading this novel and exploring the magical world of Amelina full of magic crystals and enchanted mirrors. Author, Editor and Book Reviewer Heena Rathore P.

At its core, this is an emotional tale about a young girl figuring out her identity, learning who to trust, and discovering there is more to the world than the tangible things she’s experienced in the first one-and-a-half decades of her life. Magic Mirrors? Mysterious appearances? Letters that cannot be destroyed? Puzzling trust? What’s a girl to do when she’s followed by two strange boys in the park, only to realize something darker is beginning to happen? Mallon explores the fears in a young girl who wants to break out of her life but doesn’t know where to turn. She’s unsure about trusting friends and family. Ryder, who saves the day, might actually not be the best thing for her… safety… sanity… security. Can she fight the feelings burgeoning around her? Author James Cudney 

This magical young adult story is brimming with fresh imaginative ideas avoiding tropes often associated with fantasy. I was impressed with the unique vivid visual descriptions which brought both the settings and characters to life and the wonderful standard of writing throughout the story. A magical mystery unfolds for the main character Amelina, who makes discoveries during the plot, so we can enjoy seeing her grow in confidence and skill. The story involves complex content which was difficult to follow initially but becomes more understandable as the story develops. The introduction of the antagonist, Ryder, really helps us to root for Amelina. He is well written, and I enjoyed that he wasn’t given the typical look of a baddie but rather slowly and disconcertingly reveals his darker side, inserting himself between Amelina and her friends. I can see this being the start of a fabulous young adult series and hope there are more books to come! Sarah Northwood Poet and Author

Amelina is written so well. There is a part of her that all of us will recognise and emphasise with. At that awkward age where nothing fits and at the same time you feel as if you can conquer the world. Darkness creeps in slowly in the form of Ryder who at first seems the answer to all Amelina desires, or is he? Author Adele Marie Park

The overall world-building creates a wonderful, spiritual atmosphere. There’s a bit of poetry at the start of every chapter, a nice touch which leads us into the action. The story bravely tackles issues of mental health and self-harm, but in such a sensitive way that it can only help improve understanding.  Author Richard Dee

Amelina is a teenage girl whose world has been turned upside down by a curse within a world where magic is hidden and most don’t seem to know of its existence. In fact, it seems she’s a descendant of a line of magic-wielding enchanters who have a special relationship with crystals. But with this curse, her father is time-ravaged, a girl is trapped in her mirror, and her family is falling apart. There are a lot of unanswered questions come the end of the book, so be on the lookout for more in the series. There are mentions of delicate issues such as cutting and anorexia, both handled with care, and a séance, but I’d recommend this book for older teens and people who love magical stories that involve power within crystals, curses, and unexplainable happenings. Author Rachael Ritchey

This is a wonderful YA fantasy read. It’s very different from others I’ve read and I say this in the most positive manner. One way or is unique is through the use of original short poetry at the beginning of each chapter providing a clue to the chapter content. It is very well done. I do love originality. The whole work has a magical feel about it which draws the reader in with a yearning to learn more about all of the characters and their plight. My favourite characters are, Esme… The girl trapped in the mirror, and Shadow, the black cat. These two characters alone were enough to keep me rooted. Meanwhile, on the serious side of things, there are so many issues going on in this work in addition to that of dealing with a dysfunctional family. One’s familiarity will be tested and emotions may arise. That aside, when you add magic, a black cat, and a guitar and music into the mix… What is there not to love about this work? Author/Reviewer Kevin Cooper – (Previous edition of Book – The Curse of Time Book 1 Bloodstone. )

Amelina is an indomitable heroine who will not rest until she solves the mystery and sets the world to rights. The device of magic crystals as a source of magic is novel and works well. There are loose ends that are clearly available to be addressed in future episodes of this series. As a precursor story that is relatively complete in itself, … as an introduction to the storyline and invitation to read on. MJ Mallon is not afraid to broach the risks that young girls on the cusp are subject to in these unruly times. Both physical violence and dangerous sexual attraction are broached in this tale.  Poet Frank Prem.

Beautifully written and poetic fantasy novel that perfectly sustains mystery and drama throughout the pages. The characters are very vivid and the world is rich in detail and atmosphere. Marjorie is excellent at painting imaginative and believable scenes with words and magic. A fantastic debut! Looking forward to her next book. Author/Illustrator Alina Surnaite

My publisher has added these opportunities to read the first book in the Curse of Time series: Bloodstone for free…

BOOK TITLE: Bloodstone (The Curse Of Time Book 1)

ProlificWorks Giveaway: https://claims.prolificworks.com/free/zamECb9a

Here are a couple of beautiful images from the wonderfully talented Carolina Russo created for me of my characters – Esme – The Mirror Girl… and Eruterac – The Creature.

Images courtesy of Carolina Russo: https://yesterdayafter.com/

AUTHOR BIO

M J Mallon was born in Lion city Singapore, a passionate Scorpio with the Chinese Zodiac sign of a lucky rabbit. She spent her early childhood in Hong Kong. During her teen years, she returned to her father’s childhood home, Edinburgh where she spent many happy years, entertained and enthralled by her parents’ vivid stories of living and working abroad. Perhaps it was during these formative years that her love of writing began inspired by their vivid storytelling. She counts herself lucky to have travelled to many far-flung destinations and this early wanderlust has fuelled her present desire to emigrate abroad. Until that wondrous moment, it’s rumoured that she lives in the UK, in the Venice of Cambridge with her six-foot hunk of a rock god husband. Her two enchanting daughters have flown the nest but often return with a cheery, heart-warming smile to greet her.

MJ’s writing credits also include a multi-genre approach: paranormal, best-selling horror, supernatural short stories, flash fiction, and poetry. She worked with some amazing authors and bloggers compiling an anthology/compilation set during the early stages of COVID-19 entitled This Is Lockdown and she has written a spin off poetry collection, Lockdown Innit.

She’s been blogging for many moons at her blog home Kyrosmagica, (which means Crystal Magic,) where she celebrates the spiritual realm,her love of nature, crystals and all things magical, mystical, and mysterious.

MJ’s motto is…

To always do what you Love, stay true to your heart’s desires, and inspire others to do so too, even if it appears that the odds are stacked against you like black hearted shadows.

Her favourite genre to write is

Fantasy/magical realism because life would be dull unless it is sprinkled with a liberal dash of extraordinarily imaginative magic!

So excited about Bloodstone and happy to say that the sequel Golden Healer is available too.

Book Review: Coming Home by Smitha Vishwanath @SmithaVishwana4

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SYNOPSIS

Twenty-six-year-old, Shaynaya’s world is shattered at the death of her beloved mother. In spite of career achievements, there’s a vacuum in her heart caused by the questions raised by her mother’s sudden death which remain unanswered. In her quest for peace and the need to hold her family together, she leaves her job in the Middle East and moves to India; journeying across geographical planes and inner landscapes to finally reach ‘home’.

Coming Home is a heartwarming story about self-discovery, relationships, loss, love, destiny, the choices we make, and how these choices eventually lead to what we are destined for.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Smitha Vishwanath is a banker turned writer. She began her writing journey in 2016 through her blog, https://smithavpen nings.com. Her poetry has been published by Thieving Magpies, Spillwords Press, Silverbirch Press, Borderless Journal, and Rebelle Society, amongst others. In 2019, her poem, ‘Omid’ was nominated for Best of the Net and her poems, ‘Do you have dreams?’ and ‘Forgotten’ were given special mention in NaPoWriMo, 2021 and 2022, hosted by Maureen Thomson. In addition, she was awarded the Reuel International Prize for poetry by the online group, TSL in 2022.

In 2019, she co-authored a book of poetry, Roads- A journey with Verses which received positive reviews. She was nominated poet of the month in May 2021 and voted ‘Author of the month’ for January and February, 2023 by Spillwords Press. Smitha’s writing is peppered with the lessons learned from the plethora of invaluable experiences that come from having travelled widely, lived across India, UAE and Iran and worked in a multi-cultural environment.

She currently resides in Dhaka, Bangladesh, with her husband and two daughters. When she is not writing, you can find her painting, travelling or sharing reviews of books she has read, on Goodreads, Amazon and her blog.

ABOUT THE EDITOR

For Kaye Lynne Booth, writing is a passion. Kaye Lynne is an author with published short fiction and poetry, both online and in print, including her short story collection, Last Call and Other Short Fiction; and her paranormal mystery novella, Hidden Secrets; Books 1 & 2 of her Women in the West adventure series, Delilah and Sarah, and book 1 in her Time-Travel Adventure series, The Rock Star & The Outlaw, as well as her poetry collection, Small Wonders and The D.I.Y. Author writing resource.

Kaye holds a dual M.F.A. degree in Creative Writing with emphasis in genre fiction and screenwriting, and an M.A. in publishing. Kaye Lynne is the founder of WordCrafter Quality Writing & Author Services and WordCrafter Press, where she edits and publishes two short fiction anthologies and one poetry anthology every year amidst her many writing projects. She also maintains an authors’ blog and website, Writing to be Read, where she publishes content of interest in the literary world.

My Review (Updated For New Edition)

I am delighted to receive an updated edition of Coming Home with a pleasing new cover designed by WordCrafter Press.

At the beginning of this tale, Smitha Vishwanath recounts the sad passing of the main protagonist Shanaya’s mother with great love and understanding, introducing the other members of her family ,  (and the 11 day funeral and cultural rituals,) in particular, her aunt, younger sister and the characteristics of her father.

Her friend Thishani picks her up in Dubai. Her senior work colleagues, Rohit and Anil seem unaware of her loss which causes her further distress. She takes a banking career break to be with family, goes to an Ashram, for yoga, prayers, and meditation, and to find peace from her mother’s loss.

What follows is a lovely heartwarming and perceptive story of love, loss, family, friendships and finding yourself, with relationship/romance aspects in the love interests provided in the form of two very different possibilities: Suresh, (a surgeon,) and Jai (a banker.)

Also, I’d like to add that I liked the relatable quotes and pearls of wisdom that were included at the beginning of each chapter from various sources, and the delectable food mentioned in various passages which made my mouth water!

I really enjoyed Coming Home and would definitely recommend for readers who seek out cultural, family tales with looking for your soul mate type of romance vibes.

Purchase Link: https://books2read.com/ComingHome-SmithaVishwanath

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PREVIOUS TITLES

Previous WordCrafter Press titles compiled and edited by Kaye Lynne Booth include Visions, Once Upon an Ever After, Refracted Reflections, Tales From The Hanging Tree, and the Midnight Anthology Series.

Midnight Dark Fiction Anthology Series | Writing to be Read

WordCrafter Press is a mid-size new-model publisher founded by author Kaye Lynne Booth. You can find us at https://writingtoberead.com/readings-for-writers/wordcrafter-quality-writing-author-services/wordcrafter-press/ .

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Vote for Golden Healer – AllAuthor #book #cover #competition

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Newflash: My YA fantasy Golden Healer is in the final round of AllAuthor cover competition.

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I’d love it if you could vote at:

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Thank you so much in anticipation!

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Book Review: The Art of Storytelling @crazycatwriter #bookreview #testimonial #nonfiction

Book review of 'The Art of Storytelling' by Heena Rathore-Pardeshi, highlighting its usefulness for writing a novel and overall inspiring nature, along with a five-star rating.

Heena Rathore-Pardeshi’s latest book is out and what a brilliant one it is! I was delighted to ARC read, and honoured to be asked to write an endorsement/review for this wonderful book.

Book cover of 'The Art of Storytelling' by Heena Rathore-Pardeshi, featuring a red background, bold white title, and subtitle 'A Step-by-step Guide To Writing A Novel'.

My thoughts:

The Art of Storytelling by Heena Rathore-Pardeshi is just what I needed at this stage of my draft!

Superb.

Now, I have the tools and the motivation to complete my ambitious project.


It’s an inspiring, detailed, and well-researched book.


Heena’s love of storytelling mediums, both written and visual, coupled with her editing, reading, and writing experience, shines throughout.


With her generosity of spirit, there is a wonderful sense of paying it forward and a heartfelt intention that her readers will develop their unique writing skills to their fullest potential.


What an invaluable writing resource with practical solutions and examples for both new and more experienced writers to follow.


I highly recommend The Art of Storytelling wherever you are on your writing journey.

Heena Rathore-Pardeshi

A much deserved 5 stars!

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Anthology:  Eurolit & DC Books Author Interview: M. J. Mallon

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Thank you to Dan!

Dan is sharing these author informal interviews for his forthcoming anthology!

The conversation/s is/are officially out:

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Gotta Get Them All Book Mash #stuffyourkindle #free #discountedbooks



Indie Author Collective, stuff your kindle, stuff your ereader, discounted books, free books, free Amazon, free Kobo, free first book in series from 23rd to 26th September.

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BOOK REVIEW: Vampyr, Ghost, Assassin Kathryn Rossati #bookreview #netgalley #teen #read

Netgalley Review

A fun, engaging read and a different take on the usual vampire tale for younger teen readers. Instead of blood think sugary sweets and cherry soda for vampire sustanence! So, don’t expect gore, or romance, but there is suspense, threat and action appropriate to the younger audience.Well written characters and an amusing storyline bring the reader into the story successfully and keep their attention throughout the narrative. I particularly loved Sera the ghost, who loves teasing Wyn, calling him: ‘Needle teeth,’ and Eva, the assassin too, all the characters are ones you feel drawn to, and end up caring about, even the ‘bad guys.’You will appreciate the storytelling adventure to recover Wyn’s parents and enjoy the quirks of this cool gang, with the revelation about the villain concluding the story in a totally satisfying and relatable way.A lovely read, I’m much older than the intended readership but being young at heart I really enjoyed it. Highly recommended, I guarantee it will make you smile.

Synopsis

When Wyn Gatteaux discovers the body of a human girl in his garden, his carefully ordered life begins to unravel. Vampyrs don’t drink blood – that’s only a human myth – but within hours, Detective Cerry Vanell, heir to a feared line of vampyr hunters, arrests Wyn’s parents and leaves him trapped under guard.Desperate and alone, Wyn attempts to send a message to his aunt in Worldunder, the hidden city beneath the streets where non-humans seek refuge. His plea for help goes unanswered. Worse still, the ghost of the dead girl, Sera, appears at his side, unable to stray far from him without being dragged back by an unseen force.With a relentless teen assassin on his trail and time slipping away, Wyn must risk everything to free his family and sever his connection with Sera before the Vanell family do their worst.

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Book Review: Cecil Moves Home @lilmissmorfett#bookreview

I’m delighted to be on the blog tour for Cecil Moves Home, written and illustrated by Suzanne Stephenson.

Blurb

Cecil’s web is about to be swept away and he is scared.

Then he meets Mr Perkins the cat who decides to help him, taking him to the house across the road. This belongs to Mr Tizard who likes all creatures and who offers Cecil a place to stay.

There Cecil meets Flo another spider and is able to find a home.

About The Author

Living in the English countryside I already had a couple of careers before I became an author. Having been a Family Lawyer and Family Mediator I became a District Judge in the year 2000 and officially retired from judging in early 2021. Sitting on complex family cases did not leave me much time for my interests of writing and sketching but when I had free-time I tried to visit interesting places. I hope my ancestors helped provide some inspiration as well. My father was a Holocaust survivor and my maternal grandfather a gynaecologist and composer. The people and countryside of Eastern England also are embedded in my psyche.

Book Review

Cecil Moves Home is one of the books I’ve read from Suzanne Stephenson, all of which I’ve enjoyed. If you like gentle books about animals with sketches this will be for you! There are little touches of humour, such as the benefits of spiders, (keeping flies from your home,) and giving them a human quality such as courting and marrying! The prose is written in a poetic rhyming style which I enjoyed.

There is a new character, Mr Tizard, and you get to hear about a black cat called Mr Perkins, and the kitties, rooks and crows. All lovingly illustrated throughout.

My recommendation: This is for readers who are interested in the delights of animals and would like a book to make them smile.

My rating 4 stars

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Book Review: The Star Conspiracy Julia Sutton

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The Star Conspiracy by Julia Sutton

I really enjoyed Julia Sutton’s young adult novel, The Star Conspiracy.

It tells the story of Issy and Dan, their families the members of the Star Institute and the villaneous Doctor Fraser.

The storyline initially focuses on teenage problems such as Dan’s parents splitting up, Issy’s father passing away, and their parents having new partners, the problems of coping with bullying, and the challenges of teen romantic relationships.and growing up.

With the holiday in Crete the mystery of the Star Institute and Dead Man’s Island begins. This is followed by the circus scenes and psychic, gifted children aspects.

Heartfelt, a lovely tale to become immersed in. Well plotted, imaginative and with engaging characters.

I loved the sentiment of the epilogue which concluded the story in a very satisfying, positive way.

Highly recommended.

Book Review: The Star Conspiracy Julia Sutton
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Blackness Castle Scotland #photos #blackness #castle #Edinburgh #writers #dayout

An unexpected detour on a day out with hubby led to the discovery of this lovely castle. What a stunning sight!

We had various plans, a walk – Boness:

More photos of Blackness Castle:

Lovely view of South Queensferry bridges from the castle.

A pigeon making a home in the castle!

Plus some graphitti in Edinburgh in this subway I’ve never walked through in my life! I was on my way to the Shut Up And Write session at Fountainbridge, which involves an hour writing plus separate time to chat about your current projects with fellow writers. I enjoyed!

Plus on route I look a liking to the name of this cafe, Chapter one Cafe in Dalry! Very writerly!

Hope you enjoyed the photos!

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