Writing romcoms is my happy place. After working in other genres for many years, I couldn’t resist the pull towards comedy and romance.
I have a soft spot for stories with strong women, nice guys, and a touch of the bittersweet. I like the connection between my protagonists to be more than physical – a bond that helps solve their problems. Often I shine a light on mental health issues, especially neurodiversity, which is close to my heart.
My novels are dual POV stories, sweet rather than spicy, and often put a twist on genre staples whilst being centred on relatable relationships and situations. Fundamentally, I try to write the books I like to read – those with wit, heart and intelligence.
I’m inspired by the big and small screen as well as books, and have a soft spot for Richard Curtis’ romcoms, timeless TV comedy like The Good Life and Blackadder, less well-known feelgood films and romances (Always, Forget Paris, Roxanne), and newer, brilliantly observed or scripted shows (Colin From Accounts, Dinosaur). Books which make me laugh include Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine, The Rosie Project, Cat Lady, and The Hating Game.
Away from the writing desk, I enjoy great scenery, a relaxing train ride, delicious coffee and cake, and catching up with friends and fellow authors.
My debut novel, “Floored”, was published on 4th April 2024. This is the first in a trilogy of interconnected standalones – “The Cathedral City Comedies”.
My second book, “Match Daze”, a sports romcom, arrived on 10th October 2024. This begins a trilogy of sports romcoms – “Touchline Girls”.
My first book of 2025 was a genre defining rom-com. “Wicket Maiden” is a love story set in the world of women’s professional cricket and begins a trilogy of cricket rom-coms.
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