Are you writing this weekend?

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Truth!

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Disguised Murder and Community Spirit in Little Mallow by @patsycollins.bsky.social was an enjoyable read. I'm looking forward to the rest of the series. #Booksky

My little short story collection, Not A Drop To Drink, is free to download. mybook.to/NADTD

New scam today! An email, apparently from the Press Association, saying I've used their images without permission and owe them lots of money. It looked REALLY convincing - I initially thought it was genuine and they'd made a mistake in thinking I'd used the images in question.

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These cold, dark evenings are the perfect time to enjoy a warm, cosy, cake and flower filled murder mystery. #BookSky mybook.to/LittleMallow1

After a lot of research, and help from some friends, I've updated my database of fiction submission guidelines for women's magazines. It also includes a few ezines and other publication opportunities. womagwriter.blogspot.com/p/magazine-g...

Disguised Murder and Community Spirit in Little Mallow wraps me in its cozy charm. Each page is like a warm hug, blending mystery with community vibes. It's pure joy to escape into its world! #BookSky #books

Still enjoying Disguised Murder and Community Spirit in Little Mallow by @patsycollins.bsky.social It's a fun read. #BookSky

Fancy a little snack? 25 delicious short stories available as audiobook, paperback, ebook, through KU and in some libraries. #Booksky mybook.to/candc

“Unreservedly recommended for everyone who thinks they can write a bit and wants to get better. Dollars well spent — cannot thank the author enough … easy-to-follow …” FireDancer Amazon, Apple, Chapters, Kobo … kathysteinemann.com/lex #WritingCommunity #KathySWriter

Wednesday word of the week - Swish patsycollins.co.uk/wednesday-wo...

I hope everyone pulls back this Xmas with the insane shopping. Make something. Bake something. Write a song to share. Invent a game. Go for a long walk and chase snowflakes followed by hot chocolate with marshmallows. Be silly and playful with those you love. It's about the time - not the stuff.

I haven't enquired how much money this bot wants from me, nor have I read all the many paragraphs in the email – but I have to admit it starts off really well! The book is free to download, should you wish to compare my stories to the above. #BookSky

Just as you're convincing yourself nobody sees your posts, you get a whole raft of emails 'reaching out' to offer services connected with something you mentioned - plus loads of exciting 'projects'.

Several Portsmouth authors will have books for sale at this @patsycollins.bsky.social Donna Vann Reid and Dave Flint. #Booksky

I’m over the moon to have a second Pushcart nomination, this time from Dami and Rhona @eatthestorms.com It’s been the most wonderful poetic experience being involved in so many aspects of this wonderful #poetry journal. ❤️

Does anyone know how to make comments show on the blog on my website? (Wordpress) Currently they don't show if you just go to the blog section - only if you click on the heading for a particular post. patsycollins.co.uk

Since there doesn't seem to be a specific group devoted to mystery writers, I am hoping to get one going through more regular use of hashtags like #mystery #mysterywriting #mysterystories #DetectiveFiction et cetera. Thoughts, anyone?

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Yay! A No 1 bestseller orange banner! Ummm, can it be a bestseller if it's free? Shall we not worry about that pedantic point and just concentrate on the No1-ness? mybook.to/NADTD

Is there a specific group for mystery writers? #writing

Do you like a touch of spookiness in your stories? #Booksky mybook.to/SpookySet

If your library membership gives you access to Hoopla, or Overdrive, you can use it to read some of my books for free. (Not sure why it isn't all - hopefully more will be added.) #Booksky www.hoopladigital.com/search?q=pat... www.overdrive.com/search?f-con...

If your library membership gives you access to Hoopla, you can use it to read all my books for free. #Booksky www.hoopladigital.com/search?q=pat...

I'm updating my magazine submissions database. If you have anything to add, or amend, please let me know. womagwriter.blogspot.com/p/magazine-g...

What do you do, on a cold and frosty morning?

Scotland's footie success and me having spent a lot of time in the country recently are totally unrelated. It's definitely nothing to do with the way I pronounce local place names making people want to kick things.

Wednesday word of the week - Magnaminous patsycollins.co.uk/wednesday-wo...

Good morning, my friends ! I am grateful for being alive. I hope this is a great day for you all !!!

There's a guest post by @guttedherring.bsky.social up on the blog today! womagwriter.blogspot.com/2025/11/gues...

In shock weather news, we have snow!! 😳 #weather #snow

Heh...

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Happy Monday! Another week of writing awaits!

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Good morning! What are you up to today?

Free entry writing competition and other stuff for womagwriters. womagwriter.blogspot.com/2025/11/over... #writingcommunity

Thrilled to bits to be a finalist ! Woo hoo ! 🥳

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If your library membership gives you access to Overdrive, you can now read all my ebooks for free. www.overdrive.com/media/123073...

Anyone know of any book / writing / story events coming up in in the Portsmouth area over the rest of the year? #Booksky #writingcommunity

Free mini mystery. mybook.to/unearthing

Authors - tell me about your books and I'll repost. #Booksky