In Chapter Eleven, the Channel Six make-up team unveil a wonderful surprise that delights Rachel.

We also see Rachel and Mitch’s relationship take a romantic turn but her uncertainty about them having a future means follows up on an invitation from Damien. Listen here to find out how that plays out!

It also occurred to me – reading this book again after a ten year gap – that Rachel IS probably drinking rather a lot – what do you think? Could it be connected to the fact that the letters from her ‘secret admirer’ are becoming increasingly threatening?

As for Mr Fletcher’s involvement this week, his job was quite a hefty one with EIGHT different voices to record – the biggest number I’ve asked of him yet! Hopefully you’ll enjoy this chapter – especially Fletch’s voicing of Rex the make-up artist. (he he he!)

In Chapter Ten, all of the men in Rachel’s life unexpectedly collide at a major TV show launch party which – like a domino chain collapsing – leads to a chain of disastrous results. Rachel seeks refuge from the fallout with a girlfriend who gives her some sage advice. But there’s plenty of drama unfolding…

Mr Fletcher was a little taken aback when he realised he’d be voicing SIX male characters this week – but hey , that’s nothing compared to MY input so he really should quit complaining! 😜

Enjoy Chapter Ten and let me know your thoughts in the Comments section.

Julia makes a surprise announcement that leads to a social occasion which brings many of our book’s main characters together . All sorts of developments arise at this celebratory function however Rachel is finding it difficult to work out where her heart should lead her next.

An easier week for Alan Fletcher – only voicing three male characters this week – which has left him more time to potter in the garden!

The second half of Chapter Eight marks a pivotal moment in Rachel and Tim’s relationship, but how will Rachel cope with Tim’s news and is she really ready to move on? On the career front, Rachel receives a welcome helping hand from a surprising source but also learns she needs to be more aware of complaining about her life to colleagues who haven’t been granted the same opportunities as herself.

A challenging week for Alan Fletcher too, voicing the roles of four male characters, including Rachel’s creepy obsessive fan who is upping the ante with his attempts to impress Rachel!

I hope you enjoy this week’s instalment and let me know your thoughts in the comments section. Thank you!

This is a pivotal chapter in MAKING HEADLINES. It’s where we meet Rachel’s new boss, Helmut Becker – a man with a fierce reputation and someone who Rachel fears could possibly derail her career plans… In the meantime, Rachel also has to tackle yet another emotionally challenging news story.

Alan Fletcher voices three male characters in this chapter – including that of the infamous Helmut Backer!

Enjoy and let me know your thoughts in the comments section!