About Anna
I’ve loved writing ever since I was a little girl. From penning newspapers for my teddy bears, to writing stories in notepads with novelty pens, and from tapping away on my first typewriter as a teen, to blogging in adulthood.
My former food blog, Word In Veg Ways, was award-nominated and I now write a lifestyle blog Notae de Vita, in which I write about middle-age life.
I’ve written articles on a variety of subjects for a wide range of magazines and newspapers, and have made guest appearances on many radio programmes.
In autumn 2025, I released my first fiction novel, 'It's Never Really Over', about five women and their interconnected life stories.
Since its release, it has received many 5 star reviews on Amazon and Goodreads, as well as receiving the top accolade of 5 Star Winner in the Open Book Awards! I can't wait for you to read it!
If you’re interested in finding out more about me, follow me here or on Instagram - @annabykwriter or @notaedevita - or get in touch via the Contact page.
My Book
'It's Never Really Over' is my first novel, released in autumn 2025.
A plot summary is below, as well as link to where you can purchase it from.
I would love you to read it and get to know 'my girls' - Jane, Roni, Layla, Glenda and Kirsty who have a chapter each and tell you, the reader, their stories.
To find out more about how my novel went from initial conception to a published book, take a look at my Blog tab above.
Review
5.0 out of 5 stars
Brilliant!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 8 January 2026 - Amazon.co.uk
Format: Paperback
What a journey these women had .
The characters feel believable enough that you can imagine meeting them in real life .
It is the kind of book you pick up meaning to read for ten minutes and suddenly it is midnight and you are still going.
I couldn’t wait to read what the next chapters would bring .
Was such a Captivating read from start to finish
Great story and cleverly written . I couldn’t put it down
Brilliant
Review
5.0 out of 5 stars
A meaningful read that's honest and relatable
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 18 December 2025 - Amazon.co.uk
Format: Paperback
I was hooked from the start, I couldn't put the book down. The writing is simple yet emotional, making it easy to connect with the characters and their struggles.
A thoroughly good read!
Review
5.0 out of 5 stars
Riveting and uplifting!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 26 January 2026 - Amazon.co.uk
Format: Paperback
A story about how the past can shape your life, but also how female friendships can lift you up, inspire resilience and give you inner strength to pursue your own potential.
A great read about everyday women finding their inner voice. Captivating, heart-warming and funny. I would recommend this book to everyone, it will leave you with a feeling of positivity and a reminder that it's never too late to start living your life!
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Forthcoming Events
Details of forthcoming events & appearances
5th December 2026 - AM
Author Talk - Olton Library
Olton, Solihull
17 October 2026 - 10:30 - 11;30
Author Talk - Dickens Heath Library
Dickens Heath, Nr Shirley, Solihull
13 September 2026 - 11:30 - 12:30
Author Talk
Sutton Coldfield Literary Festival
Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands
12 September 2026 - All day
Book Extravaganza (Book Fair)
Uffculme Centre, Moseley, Birmingham
12 August 2026 - 19:00 - 20:00
Author Talk - The Boat Pub
Catherine de Barnes, Nr Solihull
14 July 2026 - 19:00 - 20:00
Author Talk - Book & Pudding Club Berkswell
The Nook, Berkswell, Nr Solihull
3 July 2026 - 18:30 - 19:30
Author Talk - Hockley House
Hockley Heath, Nr Solihull/Lapworth
6th June 2026 10:30 - 11:30
Guest Author - Balsall Common Library
Nr. Solihull, Warwickshire
***Past Events***
23 April 2026 - 19:30 - 20:30
Author Talk - Fleur de Lys
Lowsonford, Warwickshire
18 April 2026 - 10:30 - 13:30
Book Signing - Kenilworth Books
Warwickshire
7 March 2026 - 10:30 - 11:30
Guest Author - Solihull Library
Solihull
1 March 2026 - 11:30 - 14:00
Silent Book Club Birmingham
All Bar One - Brindleyplace
14 February 2026 - 11:00 - 12:00
Guest Author - Kings Norton Library - Birmingham
31 January 2026
Guest Author - Shirley Library
Solihull
18 December 2025
Bora Coffee Book Club - Guest Author
Solihull
25 November 2025
BBP Reading Club - Guest Author
Birmingham
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