It's great to welcome Daisy James to Books, Life and Everything to talk about her 'Dream Sunshine Destinations'. Daisy's ebook, Sunshine after the Rain was published on July 5th and is tailor made for that summer beach read! At the end of the post are details on how to enter a Giveaway to win a £10 book voucher (sorry, UK only). First though, here is a little about the book:
A summer that changes everything…
Frazzled workaholic Evie Johnson has finally had enough!
When she’s blamed for a publicity disaster at the art gallery she loves, she
decides to flee the bright lights of London for the sun-drenched shores of
Corfu and turn her life upside-down.
Under the shade of the olive trees, she picks up her dusty
paintbrushes and begins to chase the dreams she had put aside for so long. But
she never expected to bump into drop-dead-gorgeous Sam Bradbury – and certainly
not whilst wrapped only in a towel!
A summer fling is the last thing Evie wanted but a few
stolen kisses under the stars might just begin to change her mind…
Welcome to Books, Life and Everything, Daisy. I can't wait to hear about those summer destinations... over to you!
Don’t we all deserve a little sunshine after the rain?
First of all, a huge thank you for having me as a guest on
your blog. It’s great to be here.
I’m a real sunshine enthusiast, always have been. Every year
I look forward to the one week in the summer holidays when we can ditch the
umbrellas and kagoules and escape the grey skies and goosepimple-inducing
temperatures. I crave the chance to relax on a sun lounger, cocktail in one hand,
a travel autobiography in the other, soaking up the sun’s rays. I think it
might be to do with the fact that I’m a summer baby, born at the end of July.
Unfortunately, it sometimes doesn’t work out like that, especially if that
precious week is taken in the British Isles.
But never fear, a little slice of sunshine can always be
found within the pages of a summery beach read. Sunshine After the Rain is set
on the gorgeous shores of Corfu, an island soaked in golden sunshine and one of
my absolute favourite destinations. They say that travel broadens the mind,
but, in my view, that can also be done vicariously through the pages of a
novel, or a travel memoir, where someone else has done the hard work and all we
have to do is sit back and soak up the imagery the writer has created for us.
We all have dream holiday destinations, some we have been
lucky enough to visit, some that are on our bucket list. Here are my top five:
Bali – For me, there is something so exotic about this tiny
paradise island in the South China Sea. I’d love to immerse myself in their
fascinating cultural traditions, learn about batik-making and wood carving, and
perhaps attend one of the Gamelan orchestra performances. And there will be
guaranteed sunshine on offer!
Venice – I love everything about Italy, the architecture,
the fashion, the cars and, of course, the food. I went to Venice when I was a
student and spent the day just wandering around the streets and alleyways just
soaking up the atmosphere. We arrived by train and I’ll never forget that first
glimpse of the Grand Canal. I would love to go back to explore the city with my
family. I don’t think I can expect sunshine, but even in the rain Venice will
be beautiful.
Copenhagen – I wanted to include the Danish capital because
my husband is part Danish and has been hoping to take a trip to see where his
family are from for years. Don’t tell him, but if we are fortunate enough to
go, I’m also planning to visit Tivoli Gardens and the Lego factory.
Madeira - I adore
flowers and would love to take a trip to the
Botanical Gardens to see the
orchids, roses and all the tropical flora this island boasts.
Hawaii – the ultimate dream destination on my bucket list.
Surfing the waves on Waikiki beach, maybe visiting a pineapple plantation or attending
a lu’au, then sipping a mojito on the terrace outside the Royal Hawaiian Hotel
whilst drinking in the view of Diamond Head would be the experience to beat all
others.
I’d love to hear what sunshine destination is on your dream
list. Answers on a postcard…. Or in the comments box below!
Thanks so much, Daisy. You have a great list there.
About the Author
Daisy James is a Yorkshire girl transplanted to the north
east of England. She loves writing stories with strong heroines and
swift-flowing plotlines. When not scribbling away in her peppermint-and-green
summerhouse (garden shed), she spends her time sifting flour and sprinkling
sugar and edible glitter. Her husband and young son were willing samplers of
her baking creations which were triple-tested for her debut novel, The Runaway
Bridesmaid. She loves gossiping with friends over a glass of something pink and
fizzy or indulging in a spot of afternoon tea – china plates and teacups are a
must.
Thanks to Daisy James, HQ Digital, and Jenny at Neverland Tours for a place on the Weekend Blitz.
Giveaway
For a chance to win a £10 book voucher for any high street store that sells books, follow the link below.
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