Bridge House Publishing

22/12/2023

Anyone care to review? I can offer a free e-copy.

When Rafe Bunce takes over a run-down hair salon in Penge, he hopes to make a success of his life at last. Not content with improving his...

22/12/2023

Themes and Variations
https://www.thebridgetowncafebooksshop.co.uk/2021/04/theme-and-variations-by-vanessa-horn.html


Theme and Variations is a collection of sixteen flash fiction stories with music – some of it harmonious, some discordant – running through them.
• A participant in an internalised music scheme chooses to ignore what he assumes is just a glitch…
• A story vending machine provides more than just a good read for an apprehensive job applicant…
• When God decides that the Ten Commandments are outdated, how will Saint Peter manage the re-write…?
• A silent child finds his own way to communicate…
• A woman’s music competes with her boyfriend for her affections…
Although fictional, these stories also contain many elements of realism. After all, music will always be with, around or in you.
This collection confirms that music is an important part of our lives.
In 2015, her first book – a collection of short stories entitled Eclectic Moments – was published by Alfie Dog Fiction. This was subsequently long listed for the 2016 Edge Hill Prize. https://www.amazon.com/Eclectic-Moments-Vanessa-J-Horn/dp/1909894273
Vanessa began writing for children two years ago and, in 2019, won the Swanwick Children’s Writing Competition (in association with Writing Magazine) with Olly’s Monster Night. Her first picture book – Waaaaa! – was released on 16th January 2020 by Tiny Tree Children’s Books: https://www.matthewjamespublishing.com/products/tiny-tree/waaaaaa
Vanessa’s most recent achievements are the inclusion of her story Christingle in The Best of Cafelit 8 (Bridge House Publishing) and being chosen as a finalist with her flash fiction, Space, in the Scottish Arts Trust Short Story Awards https://www.storyawards.org/2019-story-awards
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Best-Caf%C3%A9Lit-8-Multiple-ebook/dp/B07YV5ZW12/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=The+Best+of+Cafelit+8&qid=1571997944&sr=8-1

19/12/2023

We have a new picture book out!

When the moon starts to disappear over the horizon, the se want to keno where it is going, and even, more importantly, will it come back? ...

19/12/2023

Some of these character driven stories have tragic endings and all portray all sorts of vices and virtues. They are all told in a stream of consciousness evocative style. Take a look.

A collection of character based stories with a strong element of stream-of-consciousness style in some of them. This book contains...

17/12/2023

See our books for younger readers -

15/12/2023

Take a look at this memoir-style collection of interrelated short stories:

In these eighteen linked stories, the reader accompanies our heroine Noela (“born on Santa Clause’s Day!”) as she develops from an ins...

12/12/2023

A nice short holiday read?

To Be… To Become is the theme of the 2018 Waterloo Festival Writing Competition. It is also the title of the e-book, which contains the...

10/12/2023

So, our theme for next year's anthology is "Good News ...?" and the deadline is 29 February 2024. Find full details here:

Independent publishing house that specialises in fiction which is a little bit different

08/12/2023

We're delighted to have [published this book through our Red Telephone imprint:

The incredible diversity of our natural world is at risk. Navaselva calls us to look at our world from the point of view of different wi...

25/11/2023

'Here are some heart warming stories which are very readable. They are just right for downloading to a Kindle or smart phone to grab a quick read during a spare moment. The author has a knack for holding one's attention to the end of each short narrative which leaves the reader with the feeling of a time well spent. I recommend this work to anyone who enjoys short fiction. '

The stories in THE POWER OF LOVE are quite simply about LOVE of all kinds. If you like romance, then these short stories are written ju...

23/11/2023

Aren't hairdressers' salons place just full of stories?

When Rafe Bunce takes over a run-down hair salon in Penge, he hopes to make a success of his life at last. Not content with improving his...

20/11/2023

have you seen our latest anthology yet?

What does it mean to be gifted? Is this to do with a present being wrapped up and handed to another? Does one person sacrifice somethi...

20/11/2023

Take a peep at our latest YA / The Red Telephone book:

The incredible diversity of our natural world is at risk. Navaselva calls us to look at our world from the point of view of different wi...

18/11/2023

Reviews requested for a single author collection -

10/11/2023

We always need book reviews and here's a couple I'd like to flag up to you: a YA gentle paranormal romance, https://www.thebridgetowncafebooksshop.co.uk/2021/07/spooking.html and our book for newly published writers: https://www.thebridgetowncafebooksshop.co.uk/2021/05/the-last-thing-most-writers-want-to-do.html
We can provide a Kindle file or a PDF

The last thing most writers want to do is spend a lot of time on marketing. Yet books don't sell themselves by magic, no matter ho...

07/11/2023

Reviews sought for our annual anthology -

05/11/2023

Reviews Requested of Creative Writing Resource -

Fifty-seven easy to use fact sheets that cover all that you need to know if you are relatively new to writing. Ideal too for the creative writing teacher.   

05/11/2023

Teaching creative writing to new writers? Are you a new writer yourself? These may be useful:

Fifty-seven easy to use fact sheets that cover all that you need to know if you are relatively new to writing. Ideal too for the creative writing teac...

04/11/2023

News 4 November 2023 -

03/11/2023

Reviews sought: writer's craft book -

 This step-by step guide for teachers and writers, and the photocopiable resource that goes with it, show you how to organise creative-writing workshops with a difference and with a very tangible end product. Your students can see their work turned into a real book that has a spine and can sit on a...

24/10/2023

Our latest anthology, Gifted, is now available:

What does it mean to be gifted? Is this to do with a present being wrapped up and handed to another? Does one person sacrifice somethi...

24/10/2023

Tips for new writers. This collection of tip sheets would also be useful for the creative writing teacher:

F ifty-seven easy to use fact sheets that cover all that you need to know if you are relatively new to writing. Ideal too for the creative...

20/10/2023

Have you tried this one yet? https://www.thebridgetowncafebooksshop.co.uk/2021/04/theme-and-variations-by-vanessa-horn.html
Job applications abound but life can be discordant. Hvae you a favourite music scheme. How wold a story vending machine work? Yes, you will find plenty of themes and variations here.

Theme and Variations is a collection of sixteen flash fiction stories with music – some of it harmonious, some discordant – running throu...

16/10/2023

Reviews sought -

The LAA has been promoting the reading and writing of Lancashire literature since 1909. Fellowship and Friendliness are prime features of our Association and new members are assured of a warm welcome.

16/10/2023

In this book Jim looks at being human, coping with loss and day to day annoyances. he poses some heavy questions but also shows much human strength.

In this collection, Jim looks into what it means to be human in this day and age. How do we cope with the loss of a loved one? What bri...

12/10/2023

We're pleased to have published this:

An anthology of the 2023 prize-winning and commended writings of the Lancashire Authors’ Association. The LAA has been promoting the rea...

08/10/2023

Reviews of Sngle author collection sought -

Prepare to suspend your disbelief, have the tissues handy and allow your imagination to run wild. This mix of stories will delight you, make you laugh, make you cry and make you cry out – not really!

08/10/2023

Have you taken a look at this one? It is our second fast track book:

Prepare to suspend your disbelief, have the tissues handy and allow your imagination to run wild. This mix of stories will delight you, ...

06/10/2023

Reviews sought of children's picture book -

In this book there are plenty of ideas for games that children can play with friends, and which get them away from phone, television and computer screens.

06/10/2023

Have you seen this book yet?

Brother and sister enjoy playing together. Join in the fun and see all of the interesting things they do. Be inspired by Linda Flynn's sim...

06/10/2023

Stuck for ideas? See what they're saying about this book:

Gill James is a great asset to all writers, especially those who hope to publish their short stories and possibly earn money. If you've heard of Bridge House Publishing or Café Lit, you will know this powerhouse of encouragement.

There are several prompts for each day of the year. So ... I am going to complete 366 pieces of writing, mainly fiction flashes, because I am a slow writer. Only I shall start today. Who will join me?

There are three prompts a day for the whole of 2023. Some are short and pithy, others are inspired by obscure days e.g. 8 January Bubble ...

05/10/2023

News 5 October -

22/09/2023

There's certainly nowt so q***r as folk . Meet a host of funny people in the skillfully narrated collection of interrelated stories. I have a few review copies to give away.:

The Basilwade stories were originally published on the CaféLit website, where you can access short stories that go nicely with a cuppa. W...

19/09/2023

Our latest publication:

An anthology of the 2023 prize-winning and commended writings of the Lancashire Authors’ Association. The LAA has been promoting the rea...

19/09/2023

Reviews sought of this quirky collection -

At just five-inches tall, he's a demon with attitude, and he is fed-up with people summoning him through his talisman. With sass and cheek aplenty, he wanders grumpily through a saga of adventures. He meets learner drivers, babies, and zoo creatures, to name but a few, each in need of his special br...

14/09/2023

Reviews sought for this collection -

In this collection, Jim looks into what it means to be human in this day and age. How do we cope with the loss of a loved one? What brings us joy? How important is friendship? Can Nature heal?

11/09/2023

Have you see this book yet? it really is full of very gentle stories.

In a world drowning in negativity and dark events, we all need a little light and hope. With a little adventure, romance and even music, these short stories will give your hopes and dreams a nudge as they draw a smile.

06/09/2023

News 6 September 2023 -

05/09/2023

We're delighted to have released this new picture book:

Brother and sister enjoy playing together. Join in the fun and see all of the interesting things they do. Be inspired by Linda Flynn's sim...

04/09/2023

The last spot on Mason's blog tour:
https://fleursfabulousfables.wordpress.com/2023/09/04/patchwork-48/
https://masonsmenagerie.wordpress.com/2023/09/04/a-gentle-nudge-final-day/

The final day! Come and join us for the last visit on the tour.