For someone who always loved reading and history, writing books was always there, lurking in my subconscious. After four decades teaching students how to research in my day job as an education librarian, I began my own research into my family and discovered stories that begged to be told. Now I could indulge that dream. No one knew about Helen, who trekked the country eking out a living with her family, until a life changing mistake. Some remembered hearing about Jane (she was called the dragon) - a real Australian pioneer. Close family members mentioned Sadie and her tragic story. These strong women went through trials and tribulations, the like of which, I could never imagine - until I did. They began to live with me as they told me about their lives, their hopes and their dreams. Then there is the farmer who discovered a mission to save others and the cook who served the Duke of Wellington before becoming a celebrity chef of his day - he is only a bit part player in my new novel, The Bluebird Brooch. It's a dual timeline mystery about mothers and daughters and the consequences of their actions. If you are near Boston Lincolnshire, come and meet me at the Boston Book Fair on September 18th 2022 where I will be talking about my books, writing and author journey. I have now discovered a new love - writing. What a wonderful new occupation. For more information visit Rosemary's blog at https://rosemarynoble.wordpress.com/