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Sumi Singh

Romance Author & Blogger

Book Review

The girl on the train - Paula Hawkins This book has been floating around the West Coast Writers' Circle for a while and each time I wished to borrow it - it vanished! I eventually got around to buying my own copy only to have it sit on the “to be read” pile. One evening I was searching for great opening lines amongst my library when I read the first paragraph, only to continue reading two to three pages. I had to curb myself from delving further for fear of forgetting my task at hand! This is a ... Read the Post

I found this book hard to put down. The authentic characters crept into my mind, the description of something as mundane as a train ride was brought to life through the Author’s vision and exceptional writing talent. The suspense, drama, hopelessness and tragedy unfolding kept me spellbound. A must-read five star rating from me :-)

Social Anxiety…

For the longest time I always thought I was painfully shy. I had no idea I had a mental illness called social anxiety. I recall watching a lifestyle program on TV a few years ago where the topic was discussed. The more they delved into the condition it became apparent they were describing me in all my layers. The symptoms of social anxiety are low self-esteem, speaking in public, interacting in social situations, being the centre of attention, having people watch you while on the phone, ... Read the Post

My top 10 inspirational songs…

Music speaks to me. It’s my vice to block out negativity, frustrations and stresses that creep into my everyday life. It’s gotten me through broken relationships, the loss of loved ones and days I’d given up on myself. Here are my saviours: My life is in your hands – When Kirk Franklin sings he commands your attention. And yes it’s a gospel song and I have no qualms about that. The message is clear… no matter what comes your way; the God of your understanding will comfort you and give you the ... Read the Post