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My thoughts about books, writing, life and so many other things….Judy Leigh/ Elena Collins.

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What I’m writing at the moment…

On December 2, 2022November 29, 2022 By Judy LeighIn Elena Collins books, My novels13 Comments

What I'm writing at the moment...

If food be the music of love, eat on….

On November 18, 2022November 14, 2022 By Judy LeighIn Food2 Comments

Here are some examples of delicious food in gorgeous locations...

What is it about witches’ stories that tugs at our heartstrings?

On November 11, 2022November 11, 2022 By Judy LeighIn Elena Collins books, My novels4 Comments

As with The Witch's Tree, The Lady of the Loch, published next February, deals with injustice, strong women throughout history and a ghostly presence...

When should we complain, and when is it better to say nothing?

On October 28, 2022November 11, 2022 By Judy LeighIn Food, Thoughts about life4 Comments

The dilemma of when to complain and when to stay silent.

Two heads are better than one, even if one of them is a sheep’s…

On October 14, 2022November 11, 2022 By Judy LeighIn My novels, On writing6 Comments

A blog post about how the real inspiration for writing novels comes from - you.

Brittany Beaches and Beyond

On September 30, 2022September 28, 2022 By Judy LeighIn UncategorizedLeave a comment

My recent visit to Brittany - just for the inspiration...

Writers have different schedules, but they all create that best seller…

On September 23, 2022September 8, 2022 By Judy LeighIn Literature, On writing4 Comments

Writers have their own schedule, their own way of completing the wordcount and getting to THE END of a novel. Here are my thoughts...

Book Reviews: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly.

On September 2, 2022September 2, 2022 By Judy LeighIn On writing, Thoughts about life9 Comments

In a world of wonderful book reviewers, there is often just one who isn't...

A Classic Car for a Classic Character

On August 12, 2022August 9, 2022 By Judy LeighIn My novels2 Comments

Read about the gorgeous Triumph Stag, driven by Mimi and Isabella in The Highland Hens...

The Highland Hens: A Story of Friendship and Love

On August 5, 2022August 3, 2022 By Judy LeighIn My novels2 Comments

The Highland Hens: a story of family, friendship, love and hope...

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Novels by Judy Leigh

  • A French Fling for the Golden Gals
  • Golden Girls On The Run
  • The Silver Ladies Seize the Day
  • The Silver-Haired Sisterhood
  • The Golden Gals' French Adventure
  • The Vintage Village Bake Off
  • The Silver Ladies Do Lunch
  • The Golden Oldies' Book Club
  • The Highland Hens
  • A Year of Mr Maybes
  • The Golden Girls' Getaway
  • Lil's Bus Trip
  • Chasing The Sun
  • Heading Over the Hill 
  • The Old Girls' Network
  • Five French Hens
  • The Age of Misadventure
  • A Grand Old Time

Elena Collins

  • The Three Witches
  • The Cornish Witch
  • The Wicked Lady
  • Daughter of the Mists
  • The Lady of the Loch
  • The Witch's Tree

J. R. Leigh

  • A Body in Bordeaux
  • Death in the Dordogne
  • Mince Pies and Murder
  • The Cream Tea Killer
  • Bloodshed on the Boards
  • Foul Play at Seal Bay
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Recent Posts

  • I’m Always Being Asked This Question
  • On the Animals in my Novels.
  • On Kindness.
  • So, Why Are You A Vegan?
  • My Thoughts and Recommendations About Some Books and Films.

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Recent Posts

  • I’m Always Being Asked This Question
  • On the Animals in my Novels.
  • On Kindness.
  • So, Why Are You A Vegan?
  • My Thoughts and Recommendations About Some Books and Films.

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