‘Tell me a Story’

When I was growing up, there was a children’s programme on BBC television called ‘Tell me a Story’ where Ian Carmichael, would read a story surrounded by a few young children sitting cross legged on the floor, listening attentively as he would bring to life the characters in his comical and engaging manner. This was my first début on British television, as I sat wide eyed and entranced; my face was the opening shot of an episode as this programme aired in the late 1960’s. Visiting my niece and nephew recently, reminding me of when they were little, how I would tell them stories; off the cuff, making up the plot and characters as I went along, and here I find all these years’ later, writing stories that are being read around the world. My first fiction ‘Slipping Through Time’ has been well received and I am in the midst of writing another. I have always loved books and writing poetry and stories, and now in poor health, I find writing both therapeutic and in a way lifesaving. We all need purpose and structure to our days, and my love of writing keeps me focused and busy. If you would like to take a look at ‘Slipping Through Time’ you can read the first chapter for free on Amazon. Although I originally wrote this book for children, I am surprised at the number of adults that are reading it, but this often is the case, as so clearly illustrated with the wonderful Harry Potter stories, which appeal to both children and adults alike.