Author Archives: Dianne Ascroft

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About Dianne Ascroft

I'm a Canadian writer and author, living in Britain. My Century Cottage Cozy Mysteries series is set in 1980s rural Canada.

World Book Day

Posted on April 23, 2009 by Dianne Ascroft

Today’s World Book and Copyright Day. When I was pondering what to write for this occasion I ran through a few book titles, starting with my own novel, Hitler and Mars Bars. And that got me thinking – about ‘and’. … Continue reading →

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Fabian’s Funny Fantasy Tips

Posted on April 17, 2009 by Dianne Ascroft

As I promised, Karina Fabian, author of Magic, Mensa and Mayhem, is joining us today to talk about writing funny fantasy.   Although a Mensan, Karina Fabian lives a life of “F’s” — Family, Faith, Fiction & Fun. Winner of an EPPIE award … Continue reading →

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Don’t Miss Karina Fabian!

Posted on April 15, 2009 by Dianne Ascroft

“Wisdom of the Ages, Knowledge of Eternity, and I end up a babysitter at the Smart Humans Convention.” Vern, Dragon Detective, Quote from Magic, Mensa and Mayhem.   What’s Magic, Mensa and Mayhem? This is how author, Karina Fabian, describes … Continue reading →

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Janet Elaine Smith chats with Dianne Ascroft

Posted on April 13, 2009 by Dianne Ascroft

Ever wondered how readers learn about a new book? With publishers concentrating their marketing budgets on their best known authors, it’s hard for new books by unknown authors to gain attention. On Tuesday I’ll be chatting with Janet Elaine Smith … Continue reading →

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Metro Eireann reviews ‘Hitler and Mars Bars’

Posted on April 8, 2009 by Dianne Ascroft

I just read Metro Eireann newspaper’s review of Hitler and Mars Bars and thought I’d pass on the highlights to you. Hitler and Mars Bars was praised for being “tightly written, and the characters very much believable” by Irish newspaper … Continue reading →

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Amazon Top Reviewer’s praise for Hitler and Mars Bars

Posted on March 31, 2009 by Dianne Ascroft

This morning I was delighted to discover that Amazon Top 1000 Reviewer, Lesley West, has posted a review of Hitler and Mars Bars on Amazon.   In her review, Hitler and Mars Bars is described as “an engaging novel with … Continue reading →

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Reasons to Celebrate!!!

Posted on March 20, 2009 by Dianne Ascroft

I’m celebrating today! Spring has sprung and Hitler and Mars Bars is leaping into its second year. Today’s the Vernal Equinox – and therefore the first day of spring in the Northern hemisphere. After the past winter, I’m glad to … Continue reading →

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St Patrick’s Day Around The World

Posted on March 17, 2009 by Dianne Ascroft

HAPPY ST PATRICK’S DAY!!!    It seems that people everywhere, with the slightest Irish connection, are celebrating this week. Besides the traditional pub crawl there are many diverse events on – from concerts to prayer services. And parades seem to … Continue reading →

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The Women’s Millionaire Club

Posted on March 15, 2009 by Dianne Ascroft

The Women’s Millionaire Club is an attention grabbing title for a book. Doesn’t it stir your curiousity? Let’s find out a bit about the soon to be released book, what it offers women and it’s author, Maureen Gail Mulvaney. Mulvaney’s biography says: … Continue reading →

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Want to find out how to join the Women’s Millionaire Club?

Posted on March 13, 2009 by Dianne Ascroft

Drop by here on Sunday, March 15 to hear about Maureen Gail Mulvaney’s new book, The Women’s Millionaire Club and to find out how you can join the club. As well as reading about her secrets of success, details about how … Continue reading →

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