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30 Seconds with Alice Peterson
November 23, 2012
Where were you born?
London
What’s you comfort food?
Carrot cake
What’s your favourite tipple?
White wine and wish I could drink champagne every day
Dog or cat?
Dogs every day! Darcy is listening
What keeps you sane?
My writing, family & Darcy
What scares you?
Losing people I love
Town or country?
Town
What’s your favourite holiday read?
‘Street Cat named Bob’ by James Bowen
What is the best present you’ve ever received?
I used to love the £5 notes Granny slipped in a card for my birthday. Even Aged 99 she didn’t forget
What have you learned about yourself as you’ve got older?
I need to let go. I fight everything & worry & fret and sometimes need to let life unfold and trust more
What would people be surprised to discover about you?
I’m tough but then again… I’m scared of mice or any creepy crawlie!
Sweet or savoury?
Sweet
What is your favourite sport?
Swimming
What is your favourite way to travel?
Plane for holiday & bus for every day – I like people watching. But I’m sure I could get used to a private jet too
Would you rather read the book or watch the film first?
Read the book
Night in our night out?
Night in with friends and wine
What are you currently listening to?
Mozart – Requiem – singing it in my choir. It’s amazing. Also have a big soft spot for Gary Barlow
What are you currently reading?
Smacked by Melinda Ferguson
All of Alice’s current titles are available from:
Amazon | Eason | Waterstones