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Writing About Real Life
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Upside Down
Our egos are funny little blighters, aren’t they? They often think they have our best interests at heart but, more often than not, we’d be wise not to trust them.
Here We Go Again
As it took Sue Pritchard over 40 years to find the inspiration to write her first book, she doubted she’d ever come up with the ideas for any more. But after her mum died, Sue found herself on a familiar journey once again, and things started to change.
When Grief Comes Knocking
Coming to terms with the death of both of her parents, Sue Pritchard wrote a poem about grief. It’s a tribute to Roy and Ann Moxon - the greatest supporters of her book writing dream.
A Magical Way of Life
As a self-proclaimed Seeker of Everyday Magic, Sue Pritchard was delighted to hear Poppy Jamie discuss all things magical with Jill Dawson, at a recent event hosted by Sevenoaks Bookshop.
This Is A Man’s World
Missing out on seeing one of her favourite singers in concert, got Sue Pritchard thinking about what it means to be a woman in today’s world.
Take Me Home
Finding herself in the midst of a motoring mishap once again, Sue Pritchard wonders what else the universe has in store for her, and if it will provide further inspiration for her next book.
The Best Double Act
Flying the flag for middle-aged women, Davina McCall and Donna Ashworth recently captivated audiences with their genuine and heartfelt conversation at Tunbridge Wells Literary Festival. And as Sue Pritchard discovered, the power of connecting through everyday magic continued after the event.
I’m Like A Bird
One of the merits of growing older, Sue Pritchard has learnt, is the joy of becoming a bird lover.
The Biggest of Hearts
Clare Teale has always felt a deep connection with other people, and along with her spiritual beliefs, this has been fundamental to her work as a life coach. Here she tells Sue Pritchard why she’s on a mission to make spiritual connection a more understood and appreciated part of the world.
A Day in the Many Lives of Sailor Sue
Sue Pritchard has never understood why she has a fear of water. With the help of Theana from Moon Haven, she delves into the Akashic Records to see if she can find out more.
You Are Not Alone
The decision to put your parent into a care facility has to be one of the hardest and most heart-breaking decisions you'll ever make. Sue Pritchard shares her recent experience in the hope it may help others in a similar situation.
Stories Of Our Lives
As ordinary people, we all have extraordinary stories we should celebrate and share - if we so wish. Sue Pritchard takes a look at some of her childhood memories and family history.
Feel The Fear
When invited to talk about a book that had impacted her life, Sue Pritchard wasn’t sure if she’d be able to just select one. Find out why she chose Susan Jeffers’ Feel The Fear And Do It Anyway.
When Sue Met Freya
One of the UK's much-loved authors, Freya North, recently admitted she used to get told off for daydreaming at school. “I now get paid for it,” she laughed.
Sue Pritchard was thrilled to meet Freya at the Maidstone Literary Festival and gain a fascinating insight into her writing life. Urging any aspiring authors to never give up or stop believing in themselves, Freya says if you have a dream of becoming a writer you must keep writing, quite simply because no one else can tell your stories for you.
Carry On Laughing
January can often be one of the bluest months of the year when many people feel sad and lack a zest for life. It’s generally a time when laughter and joy seem like elusive goals. But Cat Googe, the self-proclaimed Joy Queen, is on a bold mission to spread joy wherever she goes.
We’ve been told laughter is the best medicine, but can we really train our minds to laugh intentionally - and basically fake it until you make it? Sue Pritchard joined in with the laughter to find out more.
Merry Christmas - Is It?
A festive poem by Sue Pritchard - especially if you’re feeling a bit bah humbug!
Move Over Hansel and Gretel
We were hosting the family Christmas several years ago and wanting everything to go perfectly, I became a little obsessed with the notion that a gingerbread house would provide the icing on the cake for our festive fun.
Be More Open and Try New Things
Describing it as magic when she first experienced it, Sarah Johnson from Kent was so in awe of craniosacral therapy she trained to become a therapist, and is now an accredited supervisor too. Here Sue Pritchard gives an insight into this therapy which, through supporting the body’s natural tendency to find health and optimum balance, can be used to relieve pain, stress, and anxiety.
Learning To Be A Fearless Writer
Beth Kempton recently celebrated the third anniversary of ‘The Way of the Fearless Writer’. Sue Pritchard explains how this book gave her the courage to continue with her own writing journey.