I’m the author of two novels, The Infinity Pool, published in July 2015, and The Magic Carpet. I’m also an ex-teacher, a text book author and a translator, and mother of two very human adults. This blog is for jottings and ideas related to fiction I’m working on. It will consider the work of others too, along with wider reading, writing and language related themes.
My first novel was inspired by quirks and details I noticed on holiday, but I’m a Londoner and the city pushes in everywhere, so my short stories are more urban. Some will be polished and published here, but – keeping to the urban theme – some lines are delayed at present due to operational delays, and one has been extended but isn’t open yet (Transport for London – the first network with a magic carpet).
(You could pass the time while you’re waiting by jumping into The Infinity Pool here.)
April 2018 update: Two years in, there are also several posts about teaching reading and writing to all ages and abilities, because that’s what I’ve been doing most of my life, and I do think that what happens in childhood is what shapes – or impedes – the writing people do when they’re adults. Then there are the posts about leaving teaching – so long, folks, it was (mostly) great but I really do feel I’ve done my share.
There are a few reviews, of books and bookshops, and I planned a murder mystery There are a handful of the promised short stories, including one to celebrate my second blogiversary. Some travel writing has found its way on board, and I’ve themed posts around feminist writing and my heartfelt wish to remain in Europe. Christmas has featured, along with World Book Day and at Easter I set you a quiz. But the general theme remains writing, writing, writing, planning my writing, writing courses, my characters and the double edged swords of genre and editing. In 2018 I’m hoping a publisher will want to buy my second novel, The Magic Carpet. All you the audience need do is click the links, watch this space, comment, follow and enjoy! Or criticise, if you wish. Thank you so much for your attention.
Contact me:
Find me on facebook here
Twitter: @jessica_norrie
You can email me on jessica@jessicanorrie.com
You can buy my novel “The Infinity Pool” here.
You can buy my Primary French textbook, “Célébrons les Fêtes” here.
Or simply comment on one of my blog posts!
©Jessica Norrie 2018
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Hi Jessica! Lovely to meet you at the BB, just sorry we didn’t more of a chance to chat…next year, for sure! 🙂
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Thank you! And likewise…
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Hi Jessica: Lovely to see you at the Blogger’s Bash. And thanks for the follow!
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Lovely to meet you too Noelle. I do hope you enjoy the rest of your stay, and see you online!
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marvellous – we meet and we follow what a result. Off to download your book too!
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Thank you very much indeed! You amused me very much in your mc role yesterday…Hope you enjoy the book.
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Hi Jessica, I’ve just seen you will be at the Bloggers Bash on Saturday – looking forward to meeting you.
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And you too!
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Hi Jessica. We sound a lot alike. I’m also a teacher, textbook author, and fiction writer. Fun combination, innit?
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Even more fun when you’ve just retired from the teaching part – although somehow I don’t think it will ever stop informing everything I do (deep sigh offstage from family). Thanks for your comment.
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Hi Jessica,
Just wanted to let you know that I’ve tagged your blog in my latest book tag. It can be found here https://thebookwormsfantasy.wordpress.com/2016/10/19/fall-activities-book-tag/
Please leave me a comment and let me know if you take part in the tag! I’d love to see your answers.
Melissa (thebookwormsfantasy)
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How exciting! Thank you – l’ll head over and have a look.
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Thanks so much for following Kyrosmagica. Lovely to connect. 🙂
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Lovely to have had your support right from the off (I just realised I hadn’t replied to this)!
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I love the look of it!! Welcome to WordPress. You’ve made a great choice of theme!
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Just realised I never answered this – still getting the hang of it all. But thank you so much for your support and interest.
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Welcome to the world of blogging Jessica … great to see you here☺
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