Writing Prompt February 28, 2020
Writing Prompt Story Starter: Rain
In this week's Story Starter, Fiction Ed Lucy is thinking about the weather. Rain, or the lack of it; the effects of it. Will it inspire you to write?
Last Week's Top Posts
Meet the Author/Illustrator February 17, 2020Writer Of The Week: Patsy Goodsir
Our Writer Of The Week is poet and short story author Patsy Goodsir. Patsy's story, "Yana's House", is in our February 22 issue.
Competitions February 20, 2020Competition: Win £1000 In SPAM Appreciation Week
SPAM Appreciation Week runs from March 2-8. To help celebrate, why not enter this exciting competition to be in with a chance win £1000 in travel or shopping vouchers?
Cookery February 12, 2020Enjoy A Special Shepherd’s Pie
The Shepherd's Pie is as British as . . . well, Shepherd's Pie. We're big fans of this recipe, which is guaranteed to leave you with a smile and a full belly.
Health February 16, 2020Rule Out DVT When Travelling
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) can affect one in 12 people. We bring you some tips on how you can reduce the risk of this condition occurring while you're travelling.
Team Blog February 17, 2020Hello, From New Fiction Editor Lucy!
New Fiction Ed Lucy on Shirley's retirement, looking to the future — and why being Fiction Ed is a little like being Dr Who!
Gardening February 28, 2020
An Expert’s Tips On Floral Design Day
To mark Floral Design Day, we're bringing you some top tips from designer and gardener Amy Beach, who spends her days working at Holker Hall And Gardens.
Features Ed Blog February 27, 2020
Australian Bushfires: The Unprinted Interview
Read this unpublished interview from David Kippen's February 29 piece about rescuing animals in the recent Australian bush fires.
Lifestyle February 26, 2020
Protect Your Property From Storm Damage
The weather has been a little unpredictable recently, so there's no better time to think about how you can protect your property from storm damage.
Cookery February 25, 2020
Blueberry and Yoghurt American-style Pancakes
Celebrate Pancake Day with these delicious little treats, served with blueberries and maple syrup.
Join The "Friend" Team At Beautiful Bodelwyddan
Enjoy Our Latest Warner Leisure Getaway from May 15-18, 2020
We’re delighted to invite you to take a short break with the “Friend” at beautiful Bodelwyddan Castle Hotel in North Wales.
Not only will you experience an unforgettable holiday in spectacular surroundings, there will also be lots of ‘Friend’-themed activities to take part in — including the chance to meet favourite contributors and enjoy tea and a chat with Editor Angela.
What are we talking about?
Team Blog February 29, 2020
Angela Asks: What Are Magazines For?
Editor Angela has been closely following a recent news story about the current landscape of women's magazines. And she has an important question to ask.
Team Blog February 28, 2020
Editor’s Diary: Pictures From The Past
In this week's Editor's Diary, Angela is sorting through some old family photos, which gets her thinking about digital technology and links to the past . . .
Team Blog February 27, 2020
Maddie Grigg And The Measured Approach
One of Maddie Grigg's wonderful anecdotes from Lush Places reminds Yvonne of the time she had to mount a rescue mission for a running machine . . .
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