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Diana Jackson

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  • Indie Stars Bookshop

    Hello folks It’s very nearly Advent and I am happy to link hands with many of my author friends in a special bookshop for this festive season! There are lots of festive treats to buy, to win and to browse. Why don’t you click on the link above and check it out? YES, THERE ARE…

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  • Diana’s October Book Review: Being Lena Levi by Bobbie Ann Cole

    Hey, I’m nearly still in October! There’s a surprise. I’ve noticed themes running through many books I choose to review: They tell a tale linked to history The books are often set in two time periods The location is a place either I have an affection for or one I would dearly love to visit.…

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  • Search for the Pearl Inside Yourself ~ FREE for the NEXT WEEK on KINDLE!

    Inspirational quotes, thought provoking mind tasks, encouragement and motivational ideas. If you are a Young Adult, this little book will help you to let go of those things which are holding you back, to think more positively about yourself, to find a more fulfilling direction and to discover the pearl inside yourself. FREE until Friday…

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  • Diana’s September Review ~ The Landlord of Hummingbird House by Jane Harvey

    Yes I know it’s October! I did promise to have caught up by now but hey, here’s a question instead. What is ‘TIME’ really? I digress … Why did I choose this book? I heard about Jane Harvey’s book on Twitter, so it does work! The title intrigued me and having read some heavy books…

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  • Diana’s August book review ~ The Madness of Grief by The Rev Richard Coles

    Why did I choose this book? I know, I know; it’s the middle of September. Why am I writing my August book review now? I was looking at Elstow Abbey website one day, where both my parents are recently interred, and reading Father Paul’s newsletter, where he talked of how he felt the best way…

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  • Chicken Soup for the Soul

    I have had a copy of ‘Chicken Soup for the Soul‘ (2nd Edition) for years. The books are a collection of true stories with a feel good factor, empathy or message, but one story has always lived with me. Being a teacher I was struck with an end of year story of a tutor who…

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  • Pre Order Available Now!

    The kindle version of: Search for the Pearl Inside Yourself Inspiration and Motivation for Young Adults A reader review: “This book is so thoughtful and beautiful.  It is uplifting and written in a way that all readers can connect with.“ Lorna J ~ Tutor at Luton 6th Form College

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  • Book Blogger Hop ~ Signed Books 13th to 20th August

    QUESTION: HAVE YOU EVER GOTTEN A BOOK SIGNED BY THE AUTHOR A big yes to this one. If I see there’s a book signing at a bookshop I will usually (until the last 18 months) pop by and speak with the author. If they are famous I may leave it, but if there are only…

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