This is how it began. My sister Anna, a brilliant and witty writer, suggested that we should try to write a romance novel according to the guidelines published by Mills & Boon. Not as easy as it sounds, apparently. She created a finely judged opening paragraph and sent it to me. And, intoxicated by the stylistic possibilities that are simply not offered by my usual literary output of press releases on Bedfordshire’s latest social housing project, I have taken up the gauntlet. The idea is that we will take it in turns to develop the story, in full view of you, dear reader.

We are taking this project seriously, but I am already acutely aware that writing about simmering desire with one’s own sister might be possible only with tongue tentatively in cheek. We have agreed not to discuss our plot ideas, so the novel will unfold as unpredictably to us as to our readers. This could lead to trouble later on, but for now it seems a very liberating way to start.

Who knows where this project will take us? To the dizzying heights of publication by the world’s leading romance brand? Probably not. But wherever we end up, it should be fun getting there…

Saturday, 14 January 2012

Saturday is Caption Day

I love Mammasaurus – she’s full of ways to entice the witty, the curious and the simply prurient to blogs near and far. Like this fun caption linky thingy.

I like to think she does it because she loves us all, but it’s probably to get a good laugh out of our bad home décor and hamfisted attempts at photography. Never mind. Just post a caption to this photo and boost my stats while you’re at it.


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20 comments:

  1. Jenny14 January 2012 at 08:47

    The long arm of the law finally caught up with mummy

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  2. Rebecca English14 January 2012 at 09:13

    Before they were famous: PC Plum

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  3. Adventures of a Middle-aged Matron14 January 2012 at 09:26

    The family holiday in North Korea seemed to have made a lasting impression on their little princess.

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  4. Anonymous14 January 2012 at 09:34

    i predict a riot!

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  5. Mummy's Space14 January 2012 at 10:08

    Haha now I'm in charge!

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  6. Vanessa (Housewives Inc)14 January 2012 at 11:42

    Haaaa Yaaaa!

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  7. Emily (@amummytoo)14 January 2012 at 13:16

    Auditions for the new rock version of the Village People were in full swing.

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  8. Ilovelookingatyourhomes-asaurus14 January 2012 at 17:50

    You have the right to remain silent... but not me RARRRRRRR!


    (as if I would giggle at anything - I am serious* blogger)

    *seriously daft

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  9. fivegoblogging14 January 2012 at 21:40

    I arrest you for improper use of the camera!

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    1. A Little Light Work16 January 2012 at 14:02

      That sounds like the real police, what with anti-terrorism laws and all!

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  10. Anonymous15 January 2012 at 08:32

    SIGN THE 'FESSION!!!

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  11. Sarah15 January 2012 at 12:04

    Staaaaand and deliver!

    By the way, there's an award for you over on mine. You don't have to do anything about it if you don't want to!!
    http://www.sarahhague.com/2012/01/liebster-blog-award.html

    Hope it'll bring you more traffic. :)

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    1. A Little Light Work15 January 2012 at 14:46

      Wow, thanks Sarah! My first award. I'll pass it on.

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  12. Trish15 January 2012 at 18:58

    You think my shouting is scary? Just see what's behind my back.

    (Came over via Sarah)

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    1. A Little Light Work16 January 2012 at 14:01

      Thanks so much for dropping by. That Sarah is a Good Egg...

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