My Books & FREELANCE Writing

My writing covers fiction and non-fiction as well as poetry and children’s literature. I have also written for various European and local publications covering everything from opinion pieces to fashion and lifestyle, as well as providing copywriting services for various websites. I previously worked as one of the lead contributors to STATUS Magazine – a Limassol based high-end fashion and lifestyle production available exclusively to the top hotels in Cyprus. Alongside STATUS, I wrote for online luxury service magazine LIFE & LUXURY.

You can read article samples here. For freelance writing enquiries please contact me.

: STATUS Magazine

: STATUS Magazine

My first foray into the world of self-publication was in 2012 when I published my semi-autobiographical comedic survival guide about growing up half Greek and marrying into a Greek Cypriot family. Continuing with the comedy genre I then published a parody of all the Greek myths and legends, from the story of how Zeus was born, to the death of Achilles and the Trojan war.

An experimental short story in verse then followed before I dived into children’s literature and published a six-part children’s chapter book series.

Under my planner brand Pandorus Publishing, I have created various notebooks, diaries and journals as well as a number of Children’s Gratitude Journals and Activity Books. You can find out more here.

All of my books are available in paperback format from Amazon worldwide, as well as on kindle (excluding those published under my planner brand). You can see my Amazon bookstore for the UK and US here.

Please see below for more information on all of my books. Happy reading! xo

book list

stand alone books and writer's workbook

GREEK EXPECTATIONS: THE LAST MOUSSAKA STANDING

“A life full of Greek expectations will not be an easy one, but with a little help from the Gods, you can be sure that yours will be the last moussaka standing.”

Part memoir, part rant, part survival guide, Ekaterina’s cautionary tale of Greek love and life gives a hilariously witty insight into the trials and tribulations of being a modern woman tormented by guilt-inducing mother-in-laws, pandofla-wielding Grandfathers, and oppressively hairy husbands.

More info: This book was intended for entertainment purposes and light humour and I am so happy that many readers found it a laugh out loud read. The story is told in the first person, in rant form, with heavy sarcasm alluding to cultural stereotypes and behaviour. This is a tongue-in-cheek look at the Greek culture and many of the old traditions and behaviours that may not be recognised today. This is not a book intended to offend, but rather to embrace and find humour in a wonderfully colourful way of life that some people may have experienced and others may have not. Unfortunately, the comedy genre is often accused of being offensive, especially in today’s society and so sadly, this book is no longer available to purchase. But it had a GREAT ride and thank you so much to everyone who supported it!

THESEUS & THE MOTHER-IN-LAW AND OTHER MYTHS & LEGENDS

“In the beginning there was only Chaos; Greek Chaos.”

In the time before time, when the Titans came forth and battled the Olympians for immortal supremacy, Zeus, the greatest of all the Olympian Gods, emerged victorious and took to his throne on Mount Olympus. Bored with the petty squabbling between his brothers, he instructed Prometheus to create man and thus the age of the Greek Heroes began.

Fearless and brave, they battled whatever mythological creature the gods threw at them, from the hideous, hissing Medusa, to the monstrous, multi-headed Hydra, to the rampaging, raging Minotaur. Whether fighting for glory, for love, or for immortality, the champions of myth and legend made their names on the battlefields of Ancient Greece.

But who was the greatest hero of all? Was it the valiant Perseus fighting for the freedom of his dear mother? Could it be Theseus the suave slayer of the Minotaur? Perhaps it was fearsome Achilles the golden boy of Troy? Or was it the mighty demi-god Heracles, the son of Zeus himself?

Think you know the tales of the Greek heroes? Think again.

More info: This book is a parody of all the Ancient Greek myths and legends and re-tells the stories in satirical form for entertainment purposes and light humour. If you are a hardcore Greek myths fan and don’t like twists on the original tales then this probably isn’t for you!

Available to buy in Paperback from Amazon UK, Amazon.com and on Amazon Kindle.

SERAPHINA: A SHORT STORY IN VERSE

“All were about to fall from the den of the hyena,

For the Order had not foreseen the strength of little Seraphina.”

Born into a world ravaged by the fires of war and hate, little Seraphina is forced into hiding after her mother and father are brutally murdered by the Order.

Led by the despotic Fanatic and his army of metallic pawns, the Order seeks to crush all who defy their tyrannical regime and slaughter those who stand in their way. But amidst the bloodshed, a secret Alliance forms who dare to challenge the Fanatic’s reign.

As Seraphina grows into a fierce and respected young woman, she gains the adoration of those who fought by her parents’ side and becomes a beacon of hope for the land’s tormented souls.

With Fear and Death lurking in the shadows, Seraphina must find the courage to avenge her loved ones and free the people from the chains of eternal darkness.

More info: This is a short story told entirely in poetic verse.

Available to buy in Paperback from Amazon UK, Amazon.com and on Amazon Kindle.

THE INK POT PLANNER

A guided workbook, planner and journal all in one designed for those looking to unleash their inner creativity.

The workbook is designed to give as much flexibility as possible whilst also offering guidance where it may be needed for any writer.

Whether you want to write a full-length novel, a memoir, a book of short poems, or just try your hand at journaling, this guided workbook will lead the way.

The paperback version is a full colour 191 page 6×9 inch book that you can write in everyday and carry in your work bag.

The PDF file is 185 pages, A4 size that can be used digitally or printed off in colour or black and white.

WHAT’S INSIDE THE INK POT PLANNER:
– 52 weekly writing exercises including writing prompts, story title exploration, narrative exercises
– Character and plot development exercises
– Undated yearly planner – week to week view
– Quarterly reviews
– Useful resources and much more!

Available in paperback and digital downloadable format.

6 part children's series - collect the whole set!

BOOK 1: THE TEMPLE OF OLYMPUS

When the mighty god Zeus gives his daughter Athena a little mechanical owl for her birthday, she is overjoyed and names him Omicron. But poor Omicron is not allowed to stay with Athena on Mount Olympus until he has proved himself worthy of living amongst the gods. So Zeus sends him down to Ancient Greece to battle mythological monsters and outwit cunning creatures.

In his first adventure, Omicron must help Delphina the High Priestess to protect the Temple of Olympus against the dangerous giant Thoon and his band of burly brothers. Will Omicron ever return to Mount Olympus?