My thoughts about books, writing, life and so many other things….Judy Leigh/ Elena Collins.
I recently had a reading week between writing and edits. I love to do this because it’s inspiring to read others’ work and because it gives my head a break from writing or editing. There’s a lot of editing in my life at the moment because I’ve fitted in my exciting new cozy series, so …
As an author, I recognise that wide reading is important for me. Other writers’ books inspire me and set me thinking about the craft and the effect of the narrative on readers. I love to take a few days off writing, and read all sorts of books in all sorts of genres. I’m always a …
Continue reading Three books I’ve just read. I wonder what you’ll think of them…
I'm not good at taking time off from writing unless I go somewhere. But I make myself take a break and before I dive into my next novel, which I'm about to write soon, I thought I'd blog about a few books I've read and and films I've seen. Of course, you may not agree …
Continue reading My Thoughts and Recommendations About Some Books and Films.
https://mybooksandcrafts3.wordpress.com/2026/03/02/the-three-witches-by-elena-collins-blog-tour-review/ Thank you so much for reading and reviewing my book xx
I recently read There Are Rivers in the Sky by Elif Shafak and absolutely loved it. It’s currently reviewed at 4.6 out of 5 stars on Amazon and I highly recommend it. So much so that I left a five star review. So many other people loved it too, so I’m in good company. Of …
Continue reading A Plea to Readers: Please Leave Book Reviews
I’ve been catching up on reading, researching and discovering new books that inspire. Reading outside, in the sunshine, is such a lovely way to spend lazy time, the body resting and rocking in a hammock, the mind travelling to a place far, far away. The two books I've recently read come under the category of …
Continue reading Two Recommended Reads, for Different Reasons.
I’ve been working hard, writing and editing novels this year, and there’s not been enough time for reading. I have an enviable skyscraper of a TBR pile that I can’t wait to dip into. Summer time is perfect for dipping into exciting new reads and posting a few recommendations. Watch this space. So, I need …
You remember a few weeks ago when I was deliberating the question of which famous personality I’d choose to go on a Valentine’s date with, and I couldn’t think of anyone at all? I ended up spending my hypothetical romantic evening with Pikachu, or someone completely inappropriate, because I couldn’t think of a suitable partner. …
Continue reading Remember the search for a Valentine’s Date? I’ve Changed my Mind.
Do you get lots of books as presents for Christmas? I’m lucky – I got a bumper bundle this year and it’ll last me a couple of months. I read all sorts of books, for pleasure, for research, to extend my own skills. And this past week, I’ve read two absolutely brilliant books I’d love …
That quintessence of dust 