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Writing Character

Local authors Judith Barrow and Thorne Moore will be revealing some of the tricks of the trade in an informal discussion about their work. They will be talking about how they go about developing characters (both good and bad!), their latest novels and creative writing generally. The talk will take place at 11.00 on 30th …

Rescuing Lady Sale

Rescuing Lady Sale In 1842, the British and Indian troops occupying Kabul in Afghanistan were forced to retreat through the mountain passes back to India. Thousands perished in the snows and a number of British women and children were taken prisoner. Amongst them was the redoubtable Lady Florentia Sale. Eventually the captives were released andamongst …

A Recipe For Christmas: Jo Thomas, author visit

We couldn’t be more excited to welcome Jo Thomas, bestselling author, to Chapter One on November 23rd. A Pembrokeshire local, Jo has global readership and she combines dazzling writing with a love of family cooking and fun. Jo’s written three previous novels set at Christmas, but this is her first one which features a heroine, …