I Am a Muse in issue 2 of V&OAK

There is a review of my debut novel, I Am a Muse, in issue 2 of the new biannual vintage fashion and culture glossy, V&OAK (VINTAGE AND ONE OF A KIND).

OK, I admit I had to google the cover star...

Independently produced in Colchester, this magazine is a must for all fans of vintage, vintage-inspired and retro. 
I have to say that I was very surprised - and yes, very pleased - to find that the review took up a whole page in the "Culture" section! And it was a bit of a shock to see my picture so big too...After all, it's all about the book... 
Overall, I am very, very pleased with the review, which describes the topics tackled in the book pretty well, with a good style. 
It didn't start well, though. 
There is only one bit of the article I have a slight issue with: talking about Constance, the reviewer says: "An elite events planner, her story begins along a similar vein to your typical chick-lit narrative..."
WHAAAAT? "CHICK-LIT"? *Hit head on the wall*. No bloody way, I say.
I did cringe when I saw it... 
Believe me, this is no chick-lit, and I most certainly do not write for women but for everyone who likes reading! 
Constance is just a single, rather flamboyant person who lives in London and works hard, has affairs, has housemates, doubts and hopes... 
My character is not an "elite events planner" either. She manages an arts and media centre in Shoreditch inspired by the Tea Building - artists and start-ups rent units to work in - and runs a monthly club night inspired by the legendary Vauxhall Pleasure Gardens.  
But I happily "forgive" the writer, because the rest of the review is rather spot on and beautifully written - and she changes her mind about the chick-lit tag!

Go to the "Review and press" section of this website toread a few more reviews from readers and some features and reviews from a few magazines and newspapers. 

There is also a small article about my partner Matt ArtPix in the same issue of the magazine. He is a designer and has his own little venture. He also works on all the Arcane Publishing books and promo material! 

Matt ArtPix and Arcane Publishing adverts in issue 2 of V&OAK!

V&OAK is out now and is sold in most newsagents in Central London as well as Harrods and Selfridges and in a few outlets around the country. The list of stockists can be found HERE.
You can also order the magazine (issues 1 and 2) online HERE.