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There is a quiet magic to the Cornish coast in the autumn, the bite of salt in the air, the roar of the Atlantic breaking against the granite cliffs, and the fragile way light lingers over the shingle long after the summer crowds have gone.

For the past several months, I have been poured entirely into a story set right in that wild, salt-washed landscape.

It’s called Waves That Break. (ATM)

At its heart, this book is about what happens after the unthinkable happens. It’s about Laura, a young...

There is a very specific kind of energy in a room full of readers. It’s a quiet, electric buzz... a shared understanding among people who have all, at some point, stayed up until 3:00 AM turning pages, crying over fictional characters, and falling in love with worlds built entirely out of words.

Yesterday evening, I stepped into that exact energy at Waterstones in London to meet E.L. James.

As a contemporary fiction author who writes high-stakes, emotional dramas like Reasonable Lies, meeting...

There are moments in an author’s journey where everything comes full circle. Tonight is one of those nights for me.

I’m on my way to London to meet E. L. James, the author who reshaped the landscape for self-published writers worldwide. Fifty Shades of Grey started as an indie release, later selling 150 million copies and achieving box-office success. For writers like me, her story wasn’t just news; it was proof of what is possible when you take your work into your own hands and find your...

This was such a cute and cosy festive read. From the very first page I was hooked and I read it in one sitting as I couldn't put it down. I loved the author's writing style and the pacing was just right. I loved the place settings in the story and there was a great cast of characters. I highly recommend it and I look forward to reading more by the author.

Emma Ashley

5 STARS Review - by @emmas_books_and_more

This was such a cute read. From the very first page I was hooked and drawn into the story. I loved following the three sisters journeys through the story and I wanted them to work everything out. I loved the author's writing style and it was easy to follow and the pacing was just right. I also loved the background characters in the story and I loved the place settings too.

Overall a brilliant novel that I highly recommend to other readers. I look...

There is a unique kind of magic that comes with the holiday season, but for an author, nothing compares to the magic of seeing readers connect with a story.

When writing Festive Friends, my goal was to create a heartwarming escape, a story full of connection, new characters to fall in love with, and that cosy, unshakeable holiday warmth. Seeing reviews like this five-star note from Abigail reminds me why I loved writing this festive fiction book so much:

"Did I read this in one sitting? Yes!...

Someone asked me recently why I lean so heavily into emotional fiction and suspense in my writing.

It is a fair question. Why willingly dive into stories packed with tension, secrets, and raw human struggle when life already delivers plenty of chaos?

The truth is, life isn't always neat or easy. We all carry secrets, loss, and quiet hope. For me, writing, and reading, is how we process those heavy moments and realise we aren't going through them alone.

The Power of Emotional Fiction and Suspense...

This book was such a brilliant example of how to build tension and keep readers hooked!

The author is fantastic at immersive storytelling, drawing you right into the minds of her characters, their thoughts, feelings and deepest, darkest secrets. The slow-burn tension was done so well, creating an intense, secretive atmosphere that kept me wanting to know more. The pacing was spot on, with the tension steadily building throughout the story.

And Chloe… The way this character was written was...

This is a fast-paced, emotionally charged romance that keeps you hooked from the very first chapter.

If you love stories packed with high-stakes tension, complex character dynamics, and secrets that threaten to tear everything apart, this book certainly delivers.

The angst and slow-burn tension are top-tier, making every stolen moment feel earned and intense. It doesn't hold back on the emotional stakes; you genuinely feel the weight of the secrets being kept and the constant threat of...

Just finished your book. I thoroughly enjoyed it and could relate to Erica. I couldn't put it down and had to keep going after finishing a chapter so I could find out what happened. Also when is the next one out!

When she’s not writing heartbreaking she’s writing nail biting but one thing for sure is I always know that it will be a page-turner and this one is no different!

I was left wanting to know what happened next right from page 1.

His Best Kept Secret is described as ‘A Steamy Billionaire Boss and Assistant Romantic Suspense’

I won’t lie romance is not normally a style I would usually reach for but this so much more. It combines drama, a thrill, romance and a little spice.

It has such well rounded...

The latest @tarosewoodauthor hit is out and if it's not heartbreaking, it's nail-biting! But in her own true style, it's addictive, with a range of emotions and characters!

There's a billionaire businessman, an attentive assistant, a wicked wife and some sassy sisters.

There is only so much a person can take and when the pressure gets too much, revenge seems to be the only option. But how will it be served? Seeing how it all unfolds keeps you reading late into the night, because once you start...

5/5 stars.

Review - By Emma, @emmas_books_and_more

This was the first book that I have read by the author and I will definitely be reading more by them. From the very first page I knew that I would enjoy the story and I was hooked from the start. There was plenty of content and twists and turns to keep me interested and reading until the end. I loved Erika's character and how she takes control of things. Overall a brilliant novel that I highly recommend to other readers. I look forward to...

Being an author comes with a lot of surreal milestones. Holding your proof copy for the first time? Unforgettable. Seeing your first 5-star review? Electric.

Searching Vinted for cute autumn knitwear and coming across four copies of your own books... all listed by the exact same seller? Completely unhinged.

Naturally, my brain went straight to: Who is this mysterious person who apparently bought these four, devoured them, or is now clearing out their shelf space?! Did they love them? Did they...

There is something deeply captivating about stepping into someone else's world through a memoir, but let’s be honest: not every book is a winner! My reading list this year has been full of high-profile biographies, emotional rollercoasters, and a whole lot of Elvis history.

Here is my honest breakdown of the memoirs I have picked up so far in 2026—the good, the okay, and the ones I couldn't even finish!

1. Being Elvis: A Lonely Life by Ray Connolly

• My Reaction:
• Hands down my favourite read on...

If you’ve ever wondered what the glamour of being an independent author looks like behind the curtain, let me paint you a picture!

I logged onto my Amazon KDP dashboard this morning to check on how my books were doing over in the US. Nestled right there in the stats was a sight every indie author recognises with a deep sigh: a paperback return for Country Hearts.

Now, Country Hearts retails for 9.99 ($11.99 in the US). Out of that retail price, once printing costs and Amazon’s share are taken...

When you launch a novel into the world, you never quite know where it’s going to end up. You hope it lands on bedside tables, on rainy-day sofas, or in packed suitcases heading off on holiday. But most of all, you hope it connects.

Recently, I received a message passed along from a reader who took my debut novel, Reasonable Lies, on holiday with them. It’s the kind of message every writer secretly dreams of getting:

"So you know how I said to read this book… please don’t read Reasonable Lies! ...

I am looking for a few more readers to join my reviewer team for my brand-new release!

If you love high-stakes workplace romance, dark secrets, and sharp heroines, you can download a complimentary review copy right now on BookSirens!

What’s inside:

• Billionaire Boss x Executive Assistant Tension
• Corporate Blackmail & High-Society Lies
• Gritty Salford Roots Meets Elite London Glamour
• A Slow-Burn Fuse in a Room Full of Dynamite

All I ask in return is that you leave an honest star rating...

If you’ve been searching for my previous books on platforms like Apple Books, Kobo, or Barnes & Noble recently, you might have noticed a few changes!

I wanted to share a quick, transparent update regarding where my stories live and why I’ve made a big operational shift behind the scenes.

Moving Back to Kindle Unlimited

Recently, distributor platform changes meant that keeping my backlist available wide across multiple digital storefronts was no longer sustainable. Rather than letting my...

With HIS BEST KEPT SECRET officially launched on September 12th, I’ve had one fun question on my mind all week: If Erika and Julian’s story was adapted into a movie, who would play them?

As authors, we all have subtle visual inspirations while drafting. But when it comes to a full-blown cinematic adaptation, complete with high-contrast London boardrooms, intense late-night corporate showdowns, and forbidden chemistry... a few actors immediately spring to mind.

Julian Vane: Brandon Sklenar

When I...