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An Arch-Nemesis for Detective Mo?

Posted on October 27, 2022 Leave a Comment

As I was showing my initial scribblings for Detective Mo 3 to my daughter, she suggested that the antagonist I’ve created should become a recurring arch nemesis for Mo.

The Making of Detective Mo

Posted on May 11, 2022 Leave a Comment

My 4 year old announced to me that one of her dolls was called Detective Molly and I became inspired.

I Found an Early Draft of Detective Mo and Thought I’d Share It

Posted on May 7, 2022 Leave a Comment

… When I stumbled upon this little relic: a partial first draft of Detective Mo and the Missing Prince.

Detective Mo and the Pirate’s Treasure — Out Now!

Posted on March 25, 2022 Leave a Comment

I am delighted to announce that the next instalment in the Detective Mo series, Detective Mo and the Pirate’s Treasure, is available to buy now on Amazon!

Detective Mo 2 – Cover Reveal

Posted on March 12, 2022 Leave a Comment

Congratulations to those of you who worked out that the full title of Detective Mo 2 will be…

Detective Mo 2: Titular Teaser

Posted on February 12, 2022 Leave a Comment

I thought about doing a Detective Mo 2 title reveal, but then I realised that would exceptionally boring. It’s a children’s mystery book, so you’ll want some sort of puzzle!

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ for Detective Mo and the Missing Prince!

Boomshakalaka! Detective Mo and The Missing Prince has got its first review on Amazon and it’s a big juicy five star one. Two kids can’t be wrong! Get your copy of Detective Mo and the Missing Prince from Amazon today! 😀

Detective Mo and the Missing Prince – OUT NOW!

Posted on December 23, 2021 Leave a Comment

I’m delighted to announce my new children’s book is now finished and available to buy on Amazon under its true title: Detective Mo and the Missing Prince.

Super Snappy Speed Reviews: Children’s Edition (vol. 2)

Posted on May 23, 2021 Leave a Comment

These reviews reflect nothing but my own personal opinions and impressions, sliced, diced and shredded into a few short sentences. The books I have selected have nothing in common, save the fact that they are all fictional stories for very young children.