A Literary Review for 'A Darker Moon'

Some fine words for J.S.Watts' novel A Darker Moon in Leanne Moden's Literary Ely blog:

Leanne Moden writes, "It's a fascinating book, filled with thought-provoking concepts, and unusual and compelling characters."

She liked the plot, "The plot is itself is compelling; a real page turner"

And she liked the writing, "Watts peppers her writing with exquisitely imaginative imagery, making this a wonderfully poetic novel, as well as a great read."

Indeed, it's probably safe to say she liked the book, " 'A Darker Moon' is a book that will delight both hardcore fantasy fans and newcomers to the genre. I am very much looking forward to the next novel by JS Watts."

There's a Shindig in Cambridge

On 26th January at 8pm prompt there is going to be a multi-media Shindig at St. Philip's Church in Mill Road, Cambridge.

Don't know what a Shindig is? Then check it out here

It is going to be a pretty literate show, with storyteller-poets, visuals, and bands that write songs about Catcher in the Rye and Cool Hand Luke. Touring duo Rue Royale grace the event with their presence, whilst local post-rock/instrumentalists Subzar are set to be very impressive. There are also The Retrospective Soundtrack Players, plus the trio of Fay Roberts, J.S. Watts, and Emily Scialom sharing their literary brains/beings with the audience.

So if you want to sample J.S.Watts' literary brain, or at least hear some of her poetry and stories, get yourself down to Shindig on 26th January.

Handshake shakes hands with Steelyard Sue

Songs of Steelyard Sue by J.S.Watts (Lapwing Publications 2012) has been reviewed in issue no. 85 of Handshake.

The conclusion? "Funny and sad, these poems are a real achievement."

See here for more details of this and other books by J.S.Watts.

New Arrivals at Heffers Bookshop, Cambridge

Shopping in Cambridge? J.S.Watts' A Darker Moon and Songs of Steelyard Sue are both now stocked by Heffers of Cambridge.

 

        Heffers
        20 Trinity Street, Cambridge,

        CB2 1TB

A Christmas Compendium

Collected together for your Christmas enjoyment, some of the latest reviews of J.S.Watts' new novel, A Darker Moon:

• Bemiown of Night Owl Reviews reviews A Darker Moon here.
• The writer Greta van der Rol discusses the dangers of well meaning editiorial advice and why she's glad J.S.Watts didn't take it on her blog spot ...
• ... and gives A Darker Moon a five star review on Amazon.com

 

SEASONS GREETINGS AND ALL THE BEST FOR 2013!

A Duet of Blogs

J.S.Watts' latest guest blogs include her personal take on the horror genre and reflections on the myths referenced within her new novel, "A Darker Moon".

• Horror - a personal perspective written for Hellnotes
• Write Mythic For me written for Night Owl Reviews

Benjamin Zephaniah Poetry Competition 2012

For the results of this year's Benjamin Zephaniah Poetry Competition and to read the winning and specially mentioned poems, including J.S.Watts' Sabachthani, visit the competition's Facebook page