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No, I’m Not Explaining Myself

Why Women Don’t Owe Anyone an Apology for Not Having Children Somewhere along the way, “I don’t have children” became a sentence that invites follow-up questions. Sometimes gentle. Sometimes awkward. Often loaded. Why not?You’d be such a good mum.You might … Continue reading

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Life in the Square

When I first started writing Life in the Square, I didn’t set out to create a grand story.I wanted to capture the small moments — the ones that make you smile for no reason, orremind you of a neighbour, a … Continue reading

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Guess what, honey? I think you may have a half-brother!

Tony was estranged from his father for over 40 years, but he often said he wouldn’t be surprised if he had a sibling out there. He used to think that there would be a knock on the door and his … Continue reading

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