This is where we say hello and I casually mention that I write books about girls with magic recipes, and stuff like that.
Then you say, "Oh really? Tell me more."
And we go and sit on the sofa.

'Lulu' by Lisa. I love this piece of art!
NEWS....NEWS...NEWS...
Wow, another shortlist for Toonhead! This time it's the 2008 Cheshire schools Book Award!
It has also been shortlisted for the 2008 Southwark Schools Book Award! The prize will be announced on Thursday July 10th. The paperback edition is out now.
"Fresh, funny and captivating"– Amanda Craig
The other day I appeared at the Big Green Bookshop in Wood Green, London N22. Tim and SImon: two blokes, one big idea! Go there for a proper book buying experience.
I will be appearing at the Birmingham Young Reader’s Festival on May 31st.
"Fresh, funny and captivating"–
Amanda Craig
If you haven't read Pink Chameleon* yet, grab yourself a copy!
Not just because I think you're going to love it, but also because next month(May 22nd) sees the publication of the second Silk Sisters title, Blue Gene Baby.
*"Imaginative and fun" – Carousel
"Very funny and a good read" – Bookwitch