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Writer, swearer, common person. Acct managed by Kit's PA. No DMs please email โขโขโข @leonthemusical @bigbookweekend
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I'm so excited to share something new I've been working on: my Substack "Writing Kit." ๐๏ธ
It's a friendly space where I'll be sharing Tools, Tips, Tricks and Fuel for the Journey.
You will find bite size chunks of some of the helpful tips and ideas Iโve come across over the last ten years or so and occasionally 'The View from' my personal opinion on something topical or interesting in the news as Iโm travelling around for literature festivals and events.
I'd love for you to join me. I hope it's a place for inspiration and conversation. Subscribe for free to join in! The link is in my bio.
09 Jul 2025
#reading #readingtime #readingaddict '๐๐'๐ ๐ป๐ผ๐ ๐ฒ๐๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ ๐ต๐๐ฟ๐ ๐๐ผ๐ ๐ฐ๐ฎ๐ป ๐๐ฒ๐ฒ ๐๐ถ๐๐ต ๐๐ผ๐๐ฟ ๐ฒ๐๐ฒ๐'
From acclaimed author @KitdeWaal, comes an extraordinary novel about kindness, and its power to change lives.
Introducing #thebestofeverything
Coming April 2025
Cover by @emmaewbankdesign, art directed by @pinsole
'This is a book of such tenderness, full of pain, grief and despair and yet playful and joyful at the same time... I truly loved this book' @liznugentwriter
'What a wonderful novel, bursting with life' @catrentzenbrink
'Beautiful. Composed with such tenderness, empathy and love' Donal Ryan
08 Oct 2024
For her November 2026 Read With Jenna pick, Jenna Bush Hager chose a book about compassion, everyday kindness and unexpected twists of fate that bring people together. Jenna said โSweet Peaโ by Kit de Wall is a โbeautiful reflection of found family and finding hope in the face of fear and loneliness.โ
โPaulette is 29 when her dream life falls apart, leaving her with a newborn baby and no idea what to do next. Through motherhood and an unexpected bond with a grandfather and grandson connected to her past, she discovers the strength to embrace forgiveness and second chances.โ
For Jenna, this book is a โtestament to how our lives can be transformed when we refuse to turn away from love.โ
Read more about this month's pick, including an interview with author Kit de Waal, at the link in bio. ๐
11 Nov 2026
Author Kit de Waal says that her latest novel "Sweet Pea" is for the often-overlooked women who keep their communities together.
In the book, "Sweet Pea" is the nickname given to Paulette, a 29 year old who has her dream life fall apart, leaving her with a newborn son and no clear path forward. Set in 1970s Birmingham, England, where the author grew up, Jenna calls "Sweet Pea" a โtestament to how our lives can be transformed when we refuse to turn away from love.โ
"Sweet Pea" is out now! Get your copy from your local indie bookstore or library, and read along with us all month long. ๐ซ
Head to the link in bio to read more about this month's pick, including an interview with Kit de Waal. ๐
๐ธ: Paul Crowther
06 Nov 2026
New on Substack today: a fully funded writing course place for a climate fiction writer, kindly sponsored by @climate__spring, plus my urgent Today Show dilemma. Heels or trainers? Lashes or no lashes? ๐ ๐
Link in bio. Tell a writer who needs it (and tell me heels or trainers)
06 Nov 2026
๐โจ MY PERSONAL NOVEMBER BOOK OF THE MONTH! ๐๐ค
New month. New book. New literary adventure! ๐โค๏ธ
November's pick is Sweet Pea by Kit de Waal, and I am SO excited to dive into this one! ๐
There is something special about opening a new book, meeting new characters, and allowing someone else's story to take you on a journey. I'm going into this one with an open mind, a curious heart, and HIGH expectations! ๐ค
Here's to another month of turning pages, expanding perspectives, and falling deeper in love with literature!
Have you read Sweet Pea? No spoilers, please! ๐๐
#NovemberReads #SweetPea #KitDeWaal #BookOfTheMonth #BlackGirlsRead Bookstagram ReadersOfInstagram ReadingIsSelfCare DearMyeisha
05 Nov 2026
This month's Read with Jenna pick is "Sweet Pea" by @kitdewaal! Jenna calls this moving novel a โbeautiful reflection of found family and finding hope in the face of fear and loneliness.โ Set in the 1970s, the book follows Paulette, who at 29 finds herself with a newborn baby and a life to put back together. Through motherhood and an unexpected bond with a grandfather and grandson connected to her past, she discovers the strength to embrace forgiveness and second chances.
"Sweet Pea" is out now! Grab a copy from your local indie bookstore or local library today! ๐ซ
05 Nov 2026
On the podcast today: @kitdewaal! ๐ง๐โจ
Award-winning author Kit de Waal chats with Zibby about her beautiful new novel, SWEET PEA, which was just chosen as @readwithjennaโs November 2026 pick!
Kit shares the story of her main character, Paulette, a 29-year-old woman who wants nothing more than lifeโs modest necessities: a home, good neighbors, a child, and to be loved. Through connections that emerge in the most unexpected places, Paulette discovers strength in everyday acts of kindness.
#totallybooked #zibby #literarypodcast
04 Nov 2026
A new community for the creative industries is coming ๐
Launching on 1 December, weโre creating a space to bring people together, share experiences and find support around mental health and wellbeing.๐
The Creative Industries Community will be a free, supportive space for people working across creative disciplines to connect and access wellbeing support.
From navigating burnout to finding career stability, we will explore a dedicated theme in each season, with workshops, talks and events along the way.
Sign up via the link in our bio to become a member and receive details about our launch events. Weโre so excited to welcome you!๐โก๏ธ
04 Nov 2026
A new life baked from scratch, seasoned with resilience and second chances.
#bookofthemonth #bookish
04 Nov 2026
November's Read with Jenna pick is "Sweet Pea" by Kit de Waal! This novel is a moving story about found family and hope amid uncertainty, and one Jenna says is a "testament to how our lives can be transformed when we refuse to turn away from love."
"Sweet Pea" is out now! Grab a copy from your local library or indie bookstore and read along with us all month long!
Hit the link in bio for more on this month's pick, including an interview with author Kit de Waal. ๐
04 Nov 2026
From Zibby: โI called it. Just saying. ๐โ
04 Nov 2026
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