All the cat beds in the world can't beat a cosy box #Caturday #cats

I've just written a new picture book story, and I'm very happy about that, particularly because I've been at work all day. I've got to take the small wins.🎉 #writingcommunity #amwriting

Peek a boo! It's Belle on #Caturday #cats

This may seem a little nerdish but I've kept all my library loan receipts for the last 5 years and it seems I've borrowed 1950 picture books! #WritingCommunity #amreading

Somewhere between the first draft and the polished version, magic happens, but it's a long process. #amwriting #amediting #writingcommunity

It's #caturday again. Today, we're playing in a box. #cats

I've written two new stories today. #amwriting #writingcommunity #picturebooks

When an agent tells me to keep writing, I'll take that as good advice. #amwriting #writingcommunity

It's #caturday and it's time to watch The Simpsons. #cats

It's true what they say - going for a walk really does help the creative brain. I've finally managed to revamp the plot that wasn't quite working in one of my stories. Yay! #amwriting #writingcommunity #walking

I've got 5 story ideas and some writing time today, so which one shall I write? Reality: probably none of them. 😂 #WritingCommunity #PictureBooks

Please note: 'Every teardrop is a waterfall' is not a good song to listen to if you need a wee! #coldplay

Good morning and happy Caturday from Teddy and Belle, who say a bed is for lounging. #Caturday #cats

When you've finally fleshed out that speckle of an idea that's been torturing you for weeks! #picturebook #amwriting #writingcommunity

Hanging out by the pool on #caturday #cats

I popped into school today to do some prep for September and this card was waiting for me. It's from one of the children I've looked after for the last few years. This is why I love working with children with special needs. This means the world. #teacher #specialneeds #SEN

Wow! I made the longlist of the @writementor Idea Idol competition. What a lovely surprise! Congrats to all the longlistees! write-mentor.com/2025/08/17/i...

Editing when you're tired is not a good idea. #writingcommunity

Crawling to the end of term... #primaryschool #teachers

1. Scam alert thread! 🧵 Watch out for out-of- the-blue emails from supposed marketing experts claiming they just happened on your book & are eager to promote it. This is something I'm seeing more and more of. Marketing scams aren't new, but this is a new twist.

Back to earth with a bump today. I received a rejection from a publisher and this one stings because there was an opportunity to be published in The Netherlands where I grew up. 😭 #WritingCommunity

Just chilling on #caturday. #cats

This hot weather is frying my brain. I've been trying to write a pitch for my latest picture book for the last hour with very little success. #amwriting

I just bought (unknowingly) a McDonald's toy from a shop. It was on a shelf and I took it to the cashier because it had no price tag. They charged me £1. Other than feeling like a fool, I just feel sorry for the poor child who lost their toy.

Cats need paddling pools too! #caturday #cats

I was lucky enough to attend a talk from the brilliant Fredrik Backman yesterday evening. I loved hearing about his writing journey and he spoke with wit and warmth. One thing really stuck with me, which is, 'Write what you want to write'. I will keep telling myself that. #writing

As if it's not hot enough already, Belle feels the need to sit on the microwave. #caturday #cats

New #library stack. That should keep me busy for a while. 😊 #amreading #picturebooks

I've just written a great pitch for a new picture book, if I do say so myself! #amwriting #picturebooks #writingcommunity

Today I didn't make the shortlist in a writing competition and I was rejected by an agent. Excuse me while I have a little sulk. However, the agent did say that my pitch is strong but they're not taking on many picture book writers.🥂 #amwriting #WritingCommunity

Does anyone else's cat keep an eye on them when they're cooking? This is head chef Teddy. #cats #CatsOfX

Hot dog. #sketching #illustration

I ate too many red Skittles and now my tongue is completely red. How old am I??😜

Curled up cat. #caturday #cats

Me trying to write 3 stories at once. #amwriting #picturebooks #writingcommunity

When you Google your latest picture book idea to see if it's been done before and it hasn't! #amwriting #WritingCommunity

Sharing is caring. #Caturday #cats

Why do I always get two story ideas at the same time? It's a nice problem to have but it does pickle my brain! 😵 #amwriting #picturebooks #WritingCommunity

Does anyone else ever park next to an identical car to theirs and say hello? Or is it just me? 😂

When you twist your story around and it's suddenly a real contender. #amediting #picturebook #writingcommunity

Bed is the best place to be on a drizzly Saturday. #cats #Caturday

I do love it when I'm editing a story and it becomes the gem I thought it could be. #amwriting #writincommunity #picturebooks

Mummy and baby. #Swans #Cygnet

Really good thread for anyone querying, especially #UKPublishing 📚💙 #BookSky

This book is so relatable for me. I don't understand why some people think picture books aren't appealing to all ages. This just proves that they are. #WritingCommunity #amreading #picturebooks

My blog about poetry for children gets an average of 100 visits each day, with an all time figure of over 700,000. Do check the blog for examples of how to get children writing in the classroom and for poems by top children’s poets. Reposts appreciated. brian-moses.blogspot.com

Do you write your first draft in a notebook or do you go straight to the computer? Today, I'm writing in my notebook but often I just type out the first draft straightaway. #amwriting #writingcommunity #picturebooks

just love this pose. Is it a Birman thing or do other cats do this too? #cats #caturday

Me, trying not to cringe as I get that first draft down. #picturebooks #amwriting #writingcommunity