rachelburge

Rachel Burge is the author of The Twisted Tree, The Crooked Mask and Waking the Witch, published by Hot Key Books/Bonnier. Her new title, Whispering Hollow, is out with Hachette Children’s in September 2024.

The Twisted Tree is a Kindle bestseller, with the paperback now on its eighth print run. It’s stocked in Waterstones, Foyles and independents across the UK, as well as Norway, Finland, S Africa and Australia, with translation rights sold to France (Casterman), Russia (Eksmo), Mexico (Trillas), Turkey (Epsilon Yayincilik), Poland (Zielona Sowa), and Romania (Editura Paralela).

The title won The Centurion Book Award 2020, as voted for by children in schools across Bath and Somerset, and was selected as ‘Children’s Book of the week’ by The Sunday Times, who described it as, ‘a creepy and evocative fantasy.’

Rachel’s books are set texts on Cardiff University’s Writing for YA course, and she’s appeared at various festivals, including YALC, CYMERA, and Cheltenham Literature Festival.

For rights queries, please contact:
– Television & Film Rights: Marc Simonsson at SoloSon Media
– Amber Caraveo of Skylark Literary

Here you can read more about The Twisted Tree & sequel, The Crooked Mask, find out more about me and contact me

rachelburge

East Hoathly doggy day care & overnight boarding


Would you prefer your dog to stay in a comfortable home environment rather than kennels when you go away? I offer day care and overnight boarding at my home in East Hoathly, where your pet will be cared for as part of the family. For prices & availability, please phone Rachel: 07984182237.

  • Your pet stays in a family home with a secure, high-fenced garden.
  • Overnight stays charged per 24-hours or opt for full or part day care.
  • Drop-in visits to walk, feed, and play with your pet available. (E. Hoathly only)
  • Dog walking. (E. Hoathly only)
  • Fully insured. Trained in basic dog first aid. Licensed by Wealden District Council.
  • A trial sleepover is required before booking an overnight stay of 2 nights or more. This is to help your pet feel settled and check they sleep well.
  • Sorry, but I’m unable to board dogs under the age of 18 months.

About me

I’ve worked from home for the past 15 years, first as a feature writer, and then as a children’s book author.

I was lucky to share my life with a special black Labrador named Biff for 14 years. I would work on plot problems while we walked through the woods and he kept me company while I wrote at my computer.

I love walking and find it helps me to be creative. Now Biff has passed away, I have more time and love to give other dogs – and maybe even whisper my story ideas to them!

Recommendations

“Rachel has looked after my dog Rey many times while we’ve gone away for the weekend or on holiday. I appreciated getting photo updates and knowing she was happy and cared for.

If you’re looking for a reliable and trustworthy dog walker or sitter, I’ve no hesitation in recommending her.”
Ruth Simon-House, East Hoathly

“Taitti always looks forward to her walks with Rachel and loves going for sleep overs!

It’s great having someone local who I can ask to walk her, or just check in on her if we’re going out for the day.”
Maz Beal, East Hoathly

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albert

“Our dog Albert loves going for walks with Rachel and always enjoys going to stay at her house.”
Kelly Rowlinson, Waldron

 

 

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fergus

“If you’re looking for a reliable and friendly dog walker, I can 100% recommend Rachel.

She’s taken Fergus on walks while I was at work, and has often managed to fit me into her schedule at short notice. Fergus is always incredibly excited to see her!”
Ruth O’Rourke-Jones, East Hoathly

“I asked Rachel for help after I had an accident which meant I couldn’t get out and about as much. Maisie loved going for walks with her.”
Michele Bunney, East Hoathly