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Kathleen McGurl @kathmcgurl.bsky.social · 27/09/2025

Loved End of an Error. I'd given up hope on ever receiving this after all the Unbound shenanigans so it was a real surprise and very welcome. Congratulations on a brilliant finish to the trilogy.

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Kathleen McGurl @kathmcgurl.bsky.social · 27/09/2025

I have been neglecting this platform. Sorry, Blueskyers! One reason is because I've started a Substack account, writing longer pieces about my books and the inspiration behind them. If you'd like to take a look, here's the link! substack.com/@kathmcgurl

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Kathleen McGurl | Substack

Writer of dual timeline and historical novels, published by HQ.

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Kathleen McGurl @kathmcgurl.bsky.social · 21/07/2025

The semi-tame pigeon i feed, came up to the patio door and peered in, wanting his breakfast.

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Kathleen McGurl @kathmcgurl.bsky.social · 02/06/2025

Not just scripts. Happens to us novelists too. All. The. Time.

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Joanne Harris @joannechocolat.bsky.social · 01/06/2025

The Unbound scandal keeps getting worse…

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Kathleen McGurl @kathmcgurl.bsky.social · 30/05/2025

Now I've read the whole thread. Unbound/Boundless are shameful. Crowdfunding, but all the money going to them and not the creator. Are you a member of the Society of Authors? Is there anything they can do to help?

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Kathleen McGurl @kathmcgurl.bsky.social · 30/05/2025

Oh God. This is because of Unbound going under, isn't it? They're not all like that. Don't give up writing. I love your books, have supported you from the start, and will read anything you publish, however you publish it.

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Kathleen McGurl @kathmcgurl.bsky.social · 29/05/2025

I love the sound wood pigeons make!

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Kathleen McGurl @kathmcgurl.bsky.social · 29/05/2025

Yes, the ones in our garden nest in trees. Honestly, breathe too near them and the nest will collapse. I like pigeons. Our local pair are the nearest I have to pets these days.

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Kathleen McGurl @kathmcgurl.bsky.social · 29/05/2025

So cute! And what makes it even cuter is that pigeons are notoriously bad at making nests.

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Kathleen McGurl @kathmcgurl.bsky.social · 29/05/2025

I am terrified of them. But I like bees.

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Kathleen McGurl @kathmcgurl.bsky.social · 23/05/2025

Take one or two paperbacks along with your kindle. Maximum choice of both book and format.

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Kathleen McGurl @kathmcgurl.bsky.social · 21/05/2025

Makes me think of the Two Ronnies "Four Candles" sketch. "Got any 'ose?"

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Kathleen McGurl @kathmcgurl.bsky.social · 21/05/2025

Yes! I like this place, and Threads. I've left Twitter completely.

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Kathleen McGurl @kathmcgurl.bsky.social · 06/05/2025

Hopefully that'll teach Starmer that sucking up to the playground bully doesn't work in thr long run

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Kathleen McGurl @kathmcgurl.bsky.social · 04/05/2025

Of course I had to zoom in and check out the titles!

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Joanne Harris @joannechocolat.bsky.social · 02/05/2025

Unsolicited writing advice, no. 1837: Starting to write is like starting to run. It helps to get into a routine. Little and often is easier than trying to do hours at once, and small, manageable goals are easier to achieve - and therefore more motivating - than trying to imagine the finished work.

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Kathleen McGurl @kathmcgurl.bsky.social · 15/04/2025

Today I made significant progress on a tricky set of edits, AND I went for a run. Today has been a good day. #amwriting

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Suanne Laqueur @suannelqr.bsky.social · 15/04/2025

EXACTLY THIS GODDAMMIT!!!

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Kathleen McGurl @kathmcgurl.bsky.social · 15/04/2025

Fantastic museum! The 3d diving bit was really well done for adults and kids alike.

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Kathleen McGurl @kathmcgurl.bsky.social · 12/04/2025

If it's heavy, that can unbalance the machine. Oddly it's better to put more in so the weight is more spread out.

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Kathleen McGurl @kathmcgurl.bsky.social · 12/04/2025

When ours does that it's because it's unbalanced and can't go into its fast spin routine. Happens if I try to wash 3 bath mats at once.

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Kathleen McGurl @kathmcgurl.bsky.social · 07/04/2025

This morning I'm watching my UK pension fund wither and wondering when America is going to wake up, smell the coffee, and stop Trump. He's making us all poorer.

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Kathleen McGurl @kathmcgurl.bsky.social · 06/04/2025

There's a type of person that hates ever admitting they got it wrong.

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Kathleen McGurl @kathmcgurl.bsky.social · 12/03/2025

Slept in a Bowie t-shirt and woke up under pressure

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Hoodlum 🇺🇸 @nothoodlum.bsky.social · 03/03/2025

A brilliant Banksy.

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Kathleen McGurl @kathmcgurl.bsky.social · 27/02/2025

It's publication day for me today! The Lost Diamond is now out in the world. Set in India 1947, and present day. I LOVED researching and writing this one!

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Kathleen McGurl @kathmcgurl.bsky.social · 22/02/2025

I know someone whose phone number for local calls was 5. Just 5. This was in Ireland in the 60s.

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Kathleen McGurl @kathmcgurl.bsky.social · 22/02/2025

Yes! I used it too, warm travelling in 1988.

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Kathleen McGurl @kathmcgurl.bsky.social · 22/02/2025

I remember phoning my mum on her birthday, when I was in Bangkok, in 1988. Had to book an international call at a travel agent. No international direct dialling in those days (at least not in Thailand).

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Kathleen McGurl @kathmcgurl.bsky.social · 14/01/2025

Me too. Find myself humming it occasionally

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Kathleen McGurl @kathmcgurl.bsky.social · 13/01/2025

Listening to the tones of a dial-up modem as it connects

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Kathleen McGurl @kathmcgurl.bsky.social · 05/01/2025

And shame on the Telegraph for printing it.

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Kathleen McGurl @kathmcgurl.bsky.social · 01/01/2025

Speak for yourself! I prefer to maintain a more positive outlook! Happy New Year.

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Kathleen McGurl @kathmcgurl.bsky.social · 22/12/2024

Allowing yourself to feel sad at times, for no reason but just because, is perfectly acceptable. Giving yourself permission is important. Hugs xx

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