At fifteen, she made a life-changing decision. Thirty years on, it's time to make another.
Shortlisted for the Polari First Book Prize. “An absorbing, clever and heartening debut novel.” Alison Moore, author of Booker-shortlisted The Lighthouse 
What shapes the way we see ourselves?
Is identity a given or can we choose the someone we become? “I was delighted to find that every single one of the forty-two stories in Becoming Someone is a hit! Anne Goodwin has such an observant eye for human motivation and behaviour “ Stephanie Jane, Literary Flits |
If he could make her stay, he wouldn't have to choose … and it would be a shame
not to make use of the cellar. “A dark and disturbing tale of a man who appears ordinary on the surface, but is deeply damaged. Clever and chilling; [Underneath] is a story that will stay with you long after you've finished reading.” Sanjida Kay, author of Bone by Bone 
In the dying days of the old asylums, three paths intersect: a brother and sister separated for fifty years and the idealistic young social worker who tries to reunite them.
“The light wins in this novel, which manages to be warm, uplifting and surprisingly funny for all the sadness and injustice portrayed.” Isabel Costello, author of Paris, Mon Amour and Scent |
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Anne Goodwin writes entertaining fiction about identity, mental health and social justice. She is the author of four novels, a novella and a short story collection. Her first three books were published by small independent press, Inspired Quill. Her debut novel, Sugar and Snails, was shortlisted for the 2016 Polari First Book Prize. Her latest books, the Matilda Windsor series, are inspired by her previous incarnation as a clinical psychologist in a long-stay psychiatric hospital. |
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Publishing a book is often very much like being put on trial, for some offence which is quite other than the one you know in your heart you’ve committed.
Margaret Atwood On Writers and Writing (p97)
from advance endorsements, magazine and blogger reviews
absorbing, clever and heartening Alison Moore
truly impressive Fleur Smithwick
Anne Goodwin’s prose is at once sensitive, invigorating and inspired Rebecca Root
exudes authenticity The Psychologist
a pleasure to read from start to finish North East Lifestyle magazine
tantalisingly grips the reader The Contemporary Small Press
a brave and complex story Literary Sofa
complex, fascinating and highly contemporary Shiny New Books
heart-rending Claire Thinking
absurdly brilliant Tales From A Bruce Eye View
extremely competent and, ultimately, moving Adventures in Reading, Writing and Working from Home
expertly told By the Letter Book Reviews
I am so impressed My Little Book Blog
Anne Goodwin’s writing is excellent Portobello Book Blog
seamlessly executed Inky Foot
A fantastic book that I’m sure you will love Whispering Stories
powerful, engaging, intelligent, well written Reading Writing and Riesling
moving and accomplished BeadyJansBooks
emotional and intelligent Book Magnet
a keen eye for detail Jaffa Reads Too
grabs your attention and doesn’t let go Cornflakegirl’s Musings
will stay with you long after you've finished reading Sanjida Kay
compelling, insightful and brave Ashley Stokes
I really relished every moment Being Anne Reading
dark and twisted Books of All Kinds
really absorbing read Novel Gossip
could not put it down The Pages in Between
filled with tension and intrigue The Book Magnet
the author delivered beautifully Book Drunk
Intelligent, insightful writing which takes you beneath the surface Books, Life and Everything
you won’t be disappointed TanGental
a novel I'd highly recommend Our Book Reviews Online
kept me enthralled Literary Flits
very detailed and well thought out The Quiet Knitterer
cleverly written Rachel Poli
Anne Goodwin has such an observant eye for human motivation and behaviour Literary Flits
thought-provoking Books, Life and Everything
perceptive, sympathetic insights Our Book Reviews Online
a special ability to crack such a great punch with so few words Whispering Stories
reminds us ... there is a better way to treat ourselves and each other He Writes Words
Heartbreaking, poignant, thought-provoking Annalisa Crawford
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