Dion: His Life and Mine (16 page)

With thanks to the tutors of the Bristol University Creative Writing Diploma 2004 to 2006; particularly Sarah Duncan for reminding me that it takes time and patience to get off an island.

Special thanks to Patricia Anstey - who needs seven Mas when you have one supportive Moo reading and rereading?

With gratitude to Anna Shaw and Ann Spicer for their constant support and encouragement and to Sarah Hemings for her scrutiny - it’s a good job red is my favourite colour! Particular thanks to The Adorables; Rebecca and Lucy Spicer, for their esteemed judgement and text up-dates.

My eternal appreciation and admiration is reserved for Annette Chown, her creativity and her little pot of jam ...