After a break, I'm delighted to reintroduce Thursday Themes, with the return of Jessica Thompson to discuss her new novel. Shoot Shovel and Shut Up is a classic mystery with notes of a modern Western and a romance. Looking past that, a major theme that I explored was change. Change affected our heroine, drove… Continue reading Thursday Themes – Jessica Thompson
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Thursday Themes – Jennifer Worrell
My second, also very welcome, guest on Thursday Themes today, is Jennifer Worrell, who has joined me to discuss the themes of her latest novel. Thank you for inviting me to your blog! A lot of writing advice suggests you worry about your theme after you’ve finished the manuscript. Or maybe it’ll come to… Continue reading Thursday Themes – Jennifer Worrell
Thursday Themes – Ashley Meggitt
It's my great pleasure today to welcome Ashley Meggitt to my blog to discuss the themes of his new novel, The Dark Chorus. Ashley also addresses the fascinating subject of themes in general... Jo’s blog is prompting the question of themes and when I sat down to write this piece it occurred to me… Continue reading Thursday Themes – Ashley Meggitt
Thursday Themes – Val Penny
I'm delighted to welcome back the lovely Val Penny to kick off a new series of Thursday Themes. Val is here today to talk about the themes of her latest novel, Hunter's Blood. Hunter’s Blood Themes Thank you so much for having me to visit your blog today, Jo. I really appreciate the opportunity to… Continue reading Thursday Themes – Val Penny
Thursday Themes – Lorraine Mace
Today I'm thrilled to welcome Lorraine Mace to my Thursday Themes blog. Lorraine is joining me to discuss the dark, relevant and fascinating themes of her latest book, Children in Chains. Today is the release of the audio book; it's already out on kindle and in paperback. Over to you, Lorraine... Children in Chains,… Continue reading Thursday Themes – Lorraine Mace
Thursday Themes – Megan Mayfair
After an extended break, I'm delighted to start the new season of Thursday Themes blogs by welcoming back lovely and talented Megan Mayfair. Megan's latest book, A Spoonful of Sugar is out this week, and having had a sneak preview, I can highly recommend this brilliant novel. Over to Megan to tell you about the… Continue reading Thursday Themes – Megan Mayfair
Thursday Themes – Susan Handley
Today. it's my great pleasure to welcome Susan Handley to my Thursday Themes blog. Thank you so much for inviting me to talk about the theme to my latest novel, Feather and Claw. The story is set on the sunny shores of Cyprus, where Cat McKenzie is holidaying with a friend. Back in the UK,… Continue reading Thursday Themes – Susan Handley
Thursday Themes – Olga Swan
Today it's my great pleasure to welcome Olga Swan to my blog, with her timely release of An Englishwoman in America. I can't wait to read this. Many thanks Jo for inviting me onto your wonderful blog. As I write this, the American president is in London for a state visit, so this is the… Continue reading Thursday Themes – Olga Swan
Thursday Themes – Sue Barnard
I'm delighted to welcome my lovely friend and editor, Sue Barnard to my Thursday Themes blog today. Sue's new book, Finding Nina is out on Monday, and I can't wait to read it. One of the main threads running throughout Finding Nina is the theme of illegitimacy. The eponymous Nina’s whole life takes a particular… Continue reading Thursday Themes – Sue Barnard
Thursday Themes – Cathie Dunn
I'm delighted to welcome Cathie Dunn to my blog today. Cathie's fabulous historical romances are amongst my favourite books, so I'm looking forward to hearing more about the themes of her latest novel... Thank you for hosting me today, Jo. I’m delighted to be featured on your blog, and in such great company! So, keeping… Continue reading Thursday Themes – Cathie Dunn