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Here you will find news about my various publications & activities and examples of my writing.  My work rises out of my intense interest in the natural world, art, mythology and history.

I write poetry & prose, long & short, for children & adults. I enjoy collaborating with other creatives and writing in response to particular objects, places & themes. Basically, I love variety in my creative life.

As an experienced teacher and workshop leader, I'm also able to deliver creative activities to all ages and help everyone feel that they have tapped into their potential as a writer. I hope you enjoy finding out more!

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The first book of a new supernatural historical series set in the 1930s
Some secrets refuse to stay buried …
When Lily Ash arrives at the excavation of the ancient palace of Knossos on Crete, she discovers that its powerful spirits have been waiting a very long time for someone with her psychic abilities . . .
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Errant Hours by Kate Innes
An Ancient Haunting – The first book of a new supernatural historical series set in the 1930s amongst iconic, mysterious ancient ruins.
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Errant Hours by Kate Innes
The first book of The Arrowsmith Trilogy, The Errant Hours, was published in 2015, and has been named one of the 100 Must-Read Medieval Novels by Book Riot.
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All The Winding World by Kate Innes
All the Winding World is Book Two of The Arrowsmith Trilogy, set ten years later than The Errant Hours, during the disastrous Anglo-French War of 1294-6
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Wild Labyrinth by Kate Innes
Inspired by the Mappa Mundi, this final book in 'The Arrowsmith Trilogy' brings the reader into its world of marvels and monsters, redemption and damnation.
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Greencoats by Kate Innes
My first poetry collection, Flocks of Words, shortlisted for the Rubery Book Award in 2018. Poems about nature, art and metaphysics.
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soft folds of spawning streams
wisps of bees
the hollows made by muscular hills
and the downy skin of mown grass


News and Events:

An Ancient Haunting Free  Event - Shrewsbury Library 21st February 2025, 11am

Illustrated talk in the beautiful and historic Shrewsbury Library where I edited much of 'An Ancient Haunting'. Find out about the mythology, ghosts and real fascinating characters behind the new Lily Ash Adventures series. Signed copies will be available to purchase. Free Event!

 An Ancient Haunting - ScriptHaven, Worcester, 28th March, 7:00pm

Join me at this brilliant bookshop for an evening finding out about the real shocking history behind my latest book. Enjoy refreshments and get personalised signed copies! Tickets £5 or (£12 including book) - available here: https://tinyurl.com/y4see2wc

An Ancient Haunting - Castle Bookshop Secret Garden, Ludlow - 6th July 5pm

Illustrated talk about the fascinating history of Aegean archaeology and its larger than life characters that form the basis of my latest book. Event is held in the beautiful courtyard garden of one of Ludlow's iconic shops. Ticket details available soon from   https://www.castlebookshopludlow.co.uk/
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Educational Activities for all ages

I am able to deliver exciting creative workshops & presentations from KS1 - University. Download my 'Educational Visits and Workshops' pdf below

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