I am very pleased to announce that I’ve been given a New Writer Award by the Scottish Book Trust! I’ve been sitting on this for a week or so, as I didn’t want to mention it before it became official, but it’s up on their website now. Not only does this give me more time to write, it definitely feels like a professional validation, and I’ll keep this blog updated with as much insider info as I can manage. (Also, if anyone from the DWP is reading, I don’t have the cheque yet but will be sure to declare it as soon as it’s in my hand … )