Here, there, everywhere!

Our first piece of news is that we’re in an article about pen names, which you can find on the Shondaland site; the people behind Bridgerton, Gray’s Anatomy and Inventing Anna.

And secondly, we’ve got a story in the current issue of Best of Woman’s Weekly Fiction. A young family go on a canal boat holiday to get closer to nature. What could possibly go wrong? Buy the magazine to find out!

Wartime weddings for Valentine’s Day

There’s something particularly special about wartime weddings. At a dark time, while dealing with shortages, rationing and danger, sweethearts try their best to celebrate love and look towards a happier future.

The most well-known and evocative wedding dresses from WW2 were made from parachute silk.

Via the Smithsonian

This wedding gown is made from the parachute that saved Maj. Claude Hensinger’s life in 1944. It was worn by his fiancĂ©e, Ruth, their daughter and granddaughter too. You would never think that such a romantic confection of a dress made with so many creamy ruches and a train could’ve started off strapped to Hensinger’s back as he jumped out of a plane.

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Huddersfield Literature Festival – Women in World War Two

Come and join us on Sunday 27th March, from 2pm to 3pm, for our Women in World War Two talk. Book your tickets now!

During World War Two, many women had roles outside the home, from Land Girls and codebreakers to mechanics and Lumberjills.

In this lively and interactive illustrated talk, we’ll delve into the experiences of women away from the domestic front, including Yorkshire women who made an invaluable contribution to the war effort.

The Codebreaker Girls – a bestseller!

We woke up on the day after The Codebreaker Girls’ publication to discover it had become an overnight bestseller! At one point, it was at number 516 in the Kindle store, which is just fabulous!

Thank you so much to all of you who’ve bought this novel and made it possible. It really does mean a lot to us. Thank you! And merry Christmas (or whatever you’re celebrating) and a happy new year to every one of you!