Introduction
When I was sent The Stephensons' Rocket to review, I just fell in love with it, because our first dog to come into my family was a greyhound called Feather - and this book brought back so many happy memories. I just couldn't resist asking Jayne a few questions on how she became involved with greyhounds and why she wrote the book.
Interview
Vicky: Why did you write The Stephensons' Rocket?
Jayne: I'd been writing children's history books and curriculum resources for about 25 years, but had always wanted to try my hand at fiction. It came to the time when it felt like it was now or never! Then I joined a small writers' group, where I was able to get the help, encouragement and support I needed to achieve my ambition.
Vicky: What was your inspiration for this story?
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