My New Thriller Book: Who's Got The Biscuits

The Journey of Publishing

After all this time, I released my new thriller book, the sequel to The Siege of Mr Khan's Curry Shop, out into the world. There's something strange about publishing a book. I guess it's a little like your child's first day at school. Will they be okay? Will the other children like them? Or, the very worst scenario: will they be sent back because they don't fit in and they're not good enough? 😂

The Title and Inspiration

Who's Got The Biscuits had a title before it had even been written. The main character in the first book liked biscuits, so it fits perfectly. But I had that title in my head years ago. You know those moments when you're walking or hiking, and all those weird thoughts come into your head? (Maybe not?) Anyway, that was one of those days.

The Reality of Writing

I know it won't make me a load of money, but luckily I don't really care. The reviews of the first one were so uplifting—who needs money? 😂 Plus, I'm hopeless at marketing. My secret weapon is Esther Chilton. As an editor, she not only does an excellent job but also gives you the confidence that when she has finished, it is a good book.

There is a certain amount of joy from seeing your book out there. I don't know about you guys, but sometimes I read something from my book and wonder if I actually wrote it. Now that's a strange feeling!

The Importance of Feedback

Feedback is crucial in this journey. I remember the first time I shared my work with friends. Their reactions were a mix of laughter, surprise, and a few raised eyebrows. It was nerve-wracking! But those moments of honesty helped shape my writing.

When I received my first review, I was a bundle of nerves. What if they hated it? What if they thought I was a complete fraud? But then, I read the words of encouragement and felt a wave of relief wash over me. It’s like getting a thumbs-up from the universe!

The Daily Grind

Well, this is a short post because I have to put tea on. I think you posh people call it dinner. But up here in the North, we have dinner at dinner time and tea at tea time. I'm not even going to get involved in "Supper." What's that all about? 😂

Final Thoughts

So, as I dive back into the kitchen, I hope you’ll check out my new book. It’s a wild ride filled with twists and turns, just like life itself. Thanks for joining me on this journey, and I can’t wait to hear what you think!

Happy Trails, folks! x