Team Blog August 12, 2020
Afternoon Tea Advice From The Experts
Afternoon Tea Week runs from August 10-16. Here, we ask some experts for their advice on staging the perfect get-together.
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Fiction
Fiction Ed's Blog August 9, 2020
Jessma Carter On Writing A Series For The “Friend”
Fiction Ed Lucy chats with "Living It Up" author Jessma Carter, who offers a little insight into what it's like to write a series for the "Friend".
Poetry Prompt: The Villanelle
Which Is Harder, Writing Or Editing?
Book Review: “Homegoing” by Yaa Gyasi
Cookery, craft and lifestyle
Helping Others August 9, 2020
Karen’s Marching On For Alzheimer’s Research
"The People's Friend" catches up with Karen Penny, who is walking the coastline of the UK and Ireland to raise money for Alzheimer's UK.
Growing Up With The National Trust
Love Darg 2020: Cat Comforter Pattern
Jerk Pork Medallions With Pineapple Salsa
The "Friend" Is Here For You
A Message From Editor Angela
I know that, for many readers, the “Friend” is a lifeline — a part of their weekly routine that brings them entertainment, comfort and companionship.
I’m determined it will continue to be so.
What are we talking about?
Team Blog August 8, 2020
A Very Quiet Tuscan Adventure
After weighing up the pros and cons, Tracey decides to go on holiday . . .
Team Blog August 7, 2020
Editor’s Diary: In Praise Of Posties
In this week's Editor's Diary, Angela has special praise for those working in the postal service during lockdown, after some proved to be extremely helpful!
Team Blog August 5, 2020
Have You Seen The “Friend” On TV?
"The People's Friend" has a brand new TV advert, airing on ITV3 across the month of August. If you haven't managed to catch it yet, take a look here!
Our Daily Serial
“The Dividing Tide”
This historical saga, set in a Cornish fishing town, explores the choices we face when it comes to what is best for ourselves and our loved ones . . .
