Divina Blackwell-Bates
Divina Blackwell-Bates

Farm raised in the Cornish Riviera, and now residing in the stunning Yorkshire dales, Divina has been writing since a child, had many short stories published in magazines in her late teens and 20s; but didn't publish her first book till 2014.

As a huge animal lover she initially wrote about what she knows, with her first books aimed at educating animal breeders about colour and coat genetics. Now she has dipped her toe (fingers?) into the world of fiction with her 2 book Big & Bootiful series, and currently in the throes of an epic magical fantasy 'Gatekeeper' saga, with the first book: Ayliah & Eliah out now!

When she isn't writing she is busy designing knit and crochet patterns under her CDUK Knitting & Crochet brand, and loving her sausage dogs. Known for her nitty gritty style of writing we are sure you will love her books.

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New Big & Bootiful Story on it's way! After nearly 7 years the Big &

After nearly 7 years the Big & Bootiful family is embracing a new member... Jenna. She's a curvy, sassy redhead, and takes no shit, distrustful of people, but especially...

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You can now find me on Inkitt! For a limited time only, both Big &

For a limited time only, both Big & Bootiful books will be available to read for free on the Inkitt (sister to Galatea reading app)
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After the wonderful response to...

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Are you ready to start your Gatekeeper journey? Well, it's finally

Well, it's finally here!
Book 1 of 4: Ayliah & Eliah is now available on Amazon in Kindle, Audiobook and paperback.

Join them on their Quest to seek out humanity's incredible...

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