Another Time Another Place

She was visibly shaken. Angus her dearest friend was in love with her! She really did love him too, but not in a romantic way, more as a brother.

Oh no, please do not let this be happening, she thought.

'Another Time Another Place' is the first published collection of short stories from the author of the much praised books of poetry, 'Reflections' & 'Reflections Two.'

The collection includes 'The Warder's Daughter,' an autobiographical account, dedicated to the memory of her loving parents, Mary and Albert, which focuses on the dilemmas and delights of growing up in Belfast in the 1960s.

"My inspiration can come from a single word or a beautiful sunset; nature's inspiration is endless," says Shirley, who was born in Belfast and educated at Carr's Glen Primary and Belfast Royal Academy