My thoughts about books, writing, life and so many other things….Judy Leigh/ Elena Collins.
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 …
I spend a great deal of my time writing. My latest novel is out! The Old Girls’ Network was released several days ago and I’ve started to edit the next one, which is very exciting. I’ve also just finished writing another - the life of a novelist is all go! - and I wouldn't change …
Continue reading Six books that inspire me to be a better writer
That quintessence of dust 