Author journal
A Cuppa With Catherine
Pop the kettle on and settle in for truthful notes from the writing desk: book news, behind-the-scenes reflections, and the lived-in worlds Catherine brings to life.
Spotlight on a New UK Indie Author: Gritty Psychological Suspense with Heart
Meet Catherine Lynwood, a new voice in dark, emotional UK thrillers.
Discover a new UK indie author writing gritty, psychological suspense in the tradition of Flynn, Hoover, and Hawkins.
05 July 2025
The Broken Girl in Fiction, Victim, Weapon, or Mirror?
Why we keep turning pages for the girls who’ve already been shattered.
She’s fragile, furious, or completely silent, and we can’t look away. But what is it about broken girls in fiction that draws us in… and won’t let go?
04 July 2025
The Women Who Inspired The Alpha Flame
A Tribute to Strength, Silence, and Survival
Behind every word of The Alpha Flame are real women, flawed, fierce, and unforgettable. This post explores the powerful female figures who helped shape Maggie, Beth, and the world they inhabit.
03 July 2025
An Up-and-Coming Indie Author: My Mum, Catherine Lynwood
A glimpse into where she came from and why she writes.
An introduction to Catherine Lynwood’s journey, from Birmingham’s tough streets to writing The Alpha Flame.
02 July 2025
If You Loved Gone Girl, Try The Alpha Flame: Discovery
Twisty, dark, and unforgettable, why fans of psychological suspense will love this book.
Discover why readers who devour dark, twisty thrillers like Gone Girl will fall for The Alpha Flame: Discovery.
01 July 2025
5 Reasons to Pre-Order The Alpha Flame: Discovery
Because this isn’t just another book, and you’re not just another reader.
Thinking about reading The Alpha Flame? Here are five reasons to pre-order now and be first to uncover the secrets that started it all.
01 July 2025
Got an idea for a future blog post?
If you would like to ask me a question or have a suggestion for a future blog them please don't be shy. Go to my ask a question form and let me know.