“Let’s look at it from the other way around. Let’s consider your weak points.” I opened my mouth, about to explain that I wasn’t a big fan of routine, that I didn’t like taking orders and wasn’t a particularly organised person, when it occurred to me that this might be a trick question. “Well,” IRead more
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Clarry Pennhaligan enjoys her job as a waitress and it pays the bills… well, just about. Allowing herself to drift along, she doesn’t get too hung up on introspection. In fact, she actively avoids it. Agonising over her life isn’t Clarry’s style. “What good comes of asking yourself a lot of uncomfortable questions and broodingRead more
The Love Detective: Next Level will be officially launched on 28th September! You will be able to purchase a paperback copy from the 28th of September, less than 3 weeks from now! If you’d love a signed copy, purchase directly from my website shop, or seek me out at an event near you. PaperbackRead more
One of the many highlights of being an author is receiving lovely feedback such as this. Thank you so much, Carol and Bernadette, for taking the time to write to me. It really is hugely appreciated! Dear Angela I met you a few weeks ago at Waterstones in Godalming and bought your book. I just wantedRead more
Today I’m happy to announce the winner of my ‘characterful Wimbledon establishment’ competition is… .. …. drum roll please … .. The Old Frizzle!! Thank you so so much to everyone who voted for their favourite Wimbledon hang out to be included in my next novel. And of course special thanks to the winners, SarahRead more
It’s always so so lovely hearing from people who have enjoyed The Love Detective! Especially those I’ve had the pleasure of meeting at my book signings. Lately, several wonderful ladies have shared their thoughts on my Facebook page – so I thought I’d share them with you… “What a great read! Thank you so muchRead more
Slowly I’m getting to know the area. And the area, very nearly, got to know me. And not in a good way. It happened like this: The Easter weekend dawns bright and sunny and I’ve looked up the local listings. There’s plenty to do. I could stroke a goat at a nearby farm, wear anRead more
I’m delighted to announce I’m giving you the chance to get your favourite Wimbledon hang out (be it a bar, pub or restaurant) a starring role in The Love Detective: Next Level! I’m looking for a characterful setting for a key scene in my next novel, which is due for release this September. Not onlyRead more
Delighted to share these oh-so-lovely reviews of The Love Detective from the Waterstones website. Reviews: The Love Detective by Angela Dyson “Well worth a read” by Jill Lewis What a really good read with well rounded characters who grow on each page until you feel you know them. A definite page turner – you just don’t know whatRead more
We hadn’t bothered with a guide book. The best way to experience a city, we had agreed, was to allow ourselves to get lost in it. And so, in leafy squares, across ancient bridges, down narrow lanes veiled in shadow, we had strolled hand in hand, exploring, discovering, drinking in the atmosphere of the presentRead more
