The lovely Sally Cronin of Smorgasbord blog has shared an extract from While the Bombs Fell, a book about my mother’s life as a very small girl growing up in a town in Suffolk, UK, during World War II.
You can read this post here: https://smorgasbordinvitation.wordpress.com/2021/04/29/smorgasbord-cafe-and-bookstore-share-an-excerpt-from-a-previous-books-2021-wwii-while-the-bombs-fell-by-robbie-cheadle-and-elsie-hancy-eaton
About Sally Cronin
I have been a storyteller most of my life (my mother called them fibs!). Poetry, song lyrics and short stories were left behind when work and life intruded, but that all changed in 1996. My first book Size Matters was a health and weight loss book based on my own experiences of losing 70kilo. I have written another thirteen books since then on health and also fiction, including five collections of short stories. My latest book is a collection of verse and speculative short stories titled Life is Like a Bowl of Cherries: Sometimes Bitter, Sometimes Sweet
I am an indie author and proud to be one. My greatest pleasure comes from those readers who enjoy my take on health, characters and twisted endings… and of course come back for more.
As a writer I know how important it is to have help in marketing books.. as important as my own promotion is, I believe it is important to support others. I offer a number of FREE promotional opportunities on my blog and linked to my social media. If you are an author who would like to be promoted to a new audience of dedicated readers, please contact me via my blog. All it will cost you is a few minutes of your time. Look forward to hearing from you.
My blog is https://smorgasbordinvitation.wordpress.com
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Find Sally Cronin
Sally Cronin’s books
Sally Cronin has an extensive collection of books which you can find here:
Tales From The Garden
The Blurb
Tales from the Garden reveals the secrets that are hidden beneath hedges and trees. You will discover what really happens at night as you sleep unaware in your bed. Stone statues and those hidden worlds within the earth are about to share their stories. The guardians who have kept the sanctuary safe for over fifty years will allow you to peek behind the scenes of this magical place. They will take you on a journey through time and expand your horizons as they transport you to the land of fairies, butterflies and lost souls who have found a home here.
Fairy Stories for children of all ages from five to ninety-five that will change the way you look at your garden forever.
My review
I really enjoyed Tales From The Garden by Sally Cronin. A collection of short stories about life and love in the garden, each tale is completely different and filled with mystery and delight. Two of my favourite tales were Trouble in Paradise and The Boy, His Dog and a Fairy Princess.
Trouble in Paradise is a traditional tale of a woman scorned except that in this particular case, the woman happens to be the Queen of the Fairies. This is a story of disappointment and retribution as well as love and forgiveness. The story is beautifully told and is full of lovely imagery. One particular sentence that I really like was “They were bitter drops of sadness and soon the lovely petals began to shrivel and fall to the ground before their time.” This sentence speaks such volumes and really describes anguish and pain.
I read the story of The Boy, His Don and a Fairy Princess to my 11-year old son, Michael. He was quite enthralled by it. Sally’s description of the gorgeous fairy and the boy’s secret glimpses of her completely fascinated Michael. This pleased me greatly as my Michael is a “real boy” who loves swords, pirates and drumming. I was delighted to see that he was able to appreciate the delightful story and writing. Michael was especially pleased when the boy got his own puppy. Michael loves animals and was very thrilled about the idea of the boy having his own puppy all to himself (Mike has a brother he always has to share with). I must add that the story impacted Michael to such an extent that he shed a few tears at the end.
Tales From the Garden is illustrated with some very special photographs that really match the mood and tone of the book. I would recommend this book for everyone from ages 5 to 99 years old.
Sally’s tales hold me spellbound. I enjoy them again and again!
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Me too, Annette.
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Thanks so much Annette I love to see you on your visits to the garden… have a lovely week..hugsxx♥
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Glad to see that others continue to share your work
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Hi John, yes they do. I am very fortunate to have such supportive blogging friends.
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Thank you for this lovely review, Robbie! Reading the Tales your handmade little fairly is always in my mind. 😉 Have a beautiful weekend! Michael
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Hi Michael, I am delighted you remember that fondant fairy. I hope your weekend is also good. Our weather has turned quite chilly here.
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Only by looking at the cover of Sally’s book i am remembering the fondant fairy. Another great artwork of you, Robbie! Thank you, and enjoy the good weather. Here, we are for some times back to autumn conditions. xx
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Thanks Michael and Robbie’s fondant fairy is a delight.. and her review much enjoyed.. hugs
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:-)) I don’t have to add anything more! :-))
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Shared on Twitter for you and Sally, Robbie.
Best wishes, Pete.
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Thanks very much Pete.. have a good week. x
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Thank you, Pete, I appreciate your sharing.
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Great review, Robbie. Congratulations!
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Thanks Jill.. Robbie’s reviews are always a treat to receive and this one came with a delightful fondant fairy…much treasured. xx
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Thank you, Jill. I enjoyed this book of Sally’s very much.
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That was a fabulous excerpt, Robbie, which I read this week – and so good to include your awesome review of Sally’s book. Toni x
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Robbie’s and her mom’s book is a lovely read and a wonderful surprise today to see such a lovely feature hugsxx
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My pleasure, Toni. Sally’s books are a treat and she is always very generous with her support of the writing community.
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I’m enjoying Sally’s serialized version of Tales from the Garden. I love the fairy folk!
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Thanks Liz.. glad my fey family have wormed their way into your heart… they are like that…hugsx
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You’re welcome, Sally.
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Hi Liz, I am always better at reading a book in one sitting than following a serial. I don’t like waiting [smile]. I read some of Sally’s posts and revisit this wonderful garden.
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Thank you for leaving such a fine review, Robbie. It’s nice to see Sally getting some recognition since she is such a great supporter of her fellow bloggers.
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Thanks Pete.. I always get back more than I give..enjoy your week.. xx
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Hi Pete, Sally is a great support of us writers and bloggers, Pete, and I love her books. I think I’ve read all her fiction books.
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What a lovely surprise Robbie.. thank you so much for the lovely feature and your wonderful review is fabulous.. it is a while since the book has received a boost and I am very grateful. It has made my weekend.. ♥♥
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Hi Sally, I am glad you like this little post. I realised this review of mine was not on Amazon so I have posted it there too. When I first started reviewing books, I didn’t really know about posting to Amazon.
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It was the same for me Robbie.. David would buy our books together under his name and they wouldn’t let me post.. It is okay now as I have my own account…thanks again.. ♥
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Robbie great and wonderful reviews and Sally is such a lovely writer. Will pick up one of her books from Amazon and it will great to read them. Thanks.
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Hi Kamal, Sally’s books are a delight. I have read all of her fictional books.
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Ya from your review they sound nice to read. Will surely pick up few books of hers.
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Thanks very much Kamal.. I hope you enjoy when you have time to read. Enjoy your week.
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Always welcome Sally. Will surely do so. Happy week to you too 😊😊
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What a wonderful review! Children know. (K)
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Hi Kerfe, they definitely do. Thank you.
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I love the review and so delighted with Michael’s connection to the story.
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The best kind of endorsement.
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Absolutely …nothing better.
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Sally’s review is wonderful, Robbie. Congratulations, and well deserved.
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Thank you, Jennie. Sally writes wonderful books.
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Thanks Robbie ♥
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You’re welcome, Robbie. Yes, Sally does!
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Thanks very much Jennie.. a lovely review and treasured.. hugs
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You’re welcome, Sally! 🙂
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I love Sally’s stories, and when I read them anew I keep trying to decide which one I like the best. I’ve never managed yet! Thanks, Robbie! Great review!
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Thanks Olga. I hope I continue to keep you entertained with more stories and thank you for all your motivating support over the years.. ♥♥
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Thank you, Olga, I am glad you enjoyed this post.
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Fabulous review Robbie. I concur. I love all of Sally’s books. Kudos to Sal ❤
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Hi Debby, Sally really does write lovely stories. It is hard to pick a favourite.
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So true! 🙂 x
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Thanks Debby.. I have been spoilt by Robbie this week…and loved it..♥
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You more than deserve it! Take it all in ❤
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