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June 9, 2013

Win a Paperback Copy of Mr Splendiferous

Would you like to win a signed paperback copy of ?

I'm currently running a giveaway on Å·±¦ÓéÀÖ.

The book is the second in my Smelly Troll series.

Rufus Sebbleford and his friends are looking forward to a school trip to the Mr Splendiferous Science Park unaware that the mad scientist is keeping a dangerous troll locked up in the grounds.

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Published on June 09, 2013 04:20

June 6, 2013

Seesaw Now Available for Kobo

My short story collection, , is now available for Kobo. Previously, it was exclusive to Kindle.

If you fancy a taster before downloading the anthology, is also available for free.

is also available, priced at 99p.

So called because of its alternation between laugh out loud comedy and more sinister, psychological tales, Seesaw showcases some of my most loved shorts, alongside some previously unpublished bite-sized tales.

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Published on June 06, 2013 04:44

June 3, 2013

Free Today - The Troll Trap

My children's novel, is free today for Kindle to celebrate the release of its sequel, last week.

Rufus Sebbleford is the only boy in the world to have ever seen a real troll. So, when he finds out that trolls plan to attack Sludgeside School, he must stop them with the help of his good friend Polly.

Meanwhile, the Super-Troll-Knobbly-Foot family decide to turn their backs on smelly botto...

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Published on June 03, 2013 07:37

June 1, 2013

Your Last Chance to get Seesaw for Free

My short story collection, is free this weekend for Kindle. This is the last time I plan to run a free promotion on this title. So, if you want a copy, please nab one now.

Seesaw is a short story collection containing both humour and psychological fiction.

Whose are those strange knickers at the foot of the bed? Is the kidnapped girl gone forever? How do yo...

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Published on June 01, 2013 05:47

May 30, 2013

Guide to Drawing a Terrific Troll

It's ten thirty at night and I need to go to bed, but all I can think about is how much I want to try drawing a troll. This morning, Katie W. Stewart, who illustrates my Smelly Trolls series, send me a guide to drawing a terrific troll. It was supposed to be for 8-10 year olds, but I will be buying some new pencils first thing tomorrow.

There are two ways to enjoy the brilliant guide, either on or by .

An example step in terrific troll drawing

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Published on May 30, 2013 15:35

Append Your Facebook Status with What You're Reading

If you're reading one of my books and you use Facebook, please consider attaching your current reading to your status updates.

A new feature allows you to add details of what you're reading, watching or listening to, whether you post about your breakfast, your noisy neighbour's flatulent dog, or the price of guppies.

Compose poignant, witty or random status.

Choose 'Reading' from the appealing list of things to do.

Enter the name of the book. Most of my books have their own Facebook pages.

Voila!...

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Published on May 30, 2013 10:37

May 29, 2013

Out today - Mr Splendiferous and the Troublesome Trolls

Book 2 in my Smelly Troll series is out today in Kindle format. It's a slimy, smelly, sausage-slinging adventure packed with mischief, troll traps and a really reckless wacky scientist.

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The book follows Rufus, Polly and Bruno , the heros from as they continue their quest to rid the world of trolls.

It contains even more lovable illustrations by . Here are a few examples:

'Digging Up'

'Snot Hands'

'The Rumbling Giant'

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Published on May 29, 2013 03:54

May 28, 2013

Sneak Peak at the Mr Splendiferous Cover

will be out soon. In the meantime, here is a sneak peak of the cover.

Mr Splendiferous and the Troublesome Trolls - Front and Back Covers

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Published on May 28, 2013 09:38

Troll Display at Penryn Junior School

A year five class at Penryn Junior School have create a display about trolls, following reading in class.

Photographs of clay trolls on the classroom wall.

Creative writing exercise describing trolls.

Welcome to the classroom

Many thanks to the pupils and school for letting us use their photographs.

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Published on May 28, 2013 05:28

May 27, 2013

Kellar Short Story Competition

Fancy your hand at writing up to 500 words inspired my a picture of Harry Keller? Michael Brookes is running a competition over at his blog. The top prize is £50.

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Published on May 27, 2013 10:38