Author Archives: Angela Petch

I haven’t found a lot of time to read recently. My latest book is going through labour pains but I’ve taken a pause and our local library is open again. Joy! So, I picked up a book that is quite … Continue reading →

I went for a walk early on Saturday morning. Walking is my go-to tonic. Lately, I’ve been feeling a little confused, frustrated. Anxious about what to do next. And a couple of health issues have dragged me down as well. … Continue reading →

Originally posted on On The Shelf Books:
Corbello, Italy, 1947. A woman and a little boy stagger into the ruins of an old house deep in the forest, wild roses overwhelming the crumbling terracotta walls. Since the war, nowhere has…

I continue to read around my writing all the time. Research is never finished. In the town of Pieve Santo Stefano, also known as “the city of the diary” on its signpost, is a wonderful archive of ordinary people’s lives. … Continue reading →

This Monday is the last in my #motivation series. Thank you so much for following me. It’s my turn today to talk about how I go about writing my books. It is invariably a place or a person that sparks … Continue reading →

Having chatted to authors in the past few weeks who are already published, I’m turning to my friend, Sue Sharp, at the beginning of this new week and at the beginning of her writing journey. Her first book is due … Continue reading →

How apt that this Monday, my guest should be publishing her debut novel: Under the Light of the Italian Moon I’m delighted to introduce you to an Italian/American lady who has spent many years recording the true story of her … Continue reading →

A pinch and a punch? March 1st? I think not. I’m starting gently this week. My lovely author friend this Monday is Carol Thomas , fellow Apricot Plotter and published by Ruby Fiction. She’s had a rough time recently and … Continue reading →