Dear josie

Our pick of your best letters and some wise words from our favourite stars…

Dear Simon, The history of Pitman shorthand told by Angeline Wilcox in the July edition of Best of British (Write on Time) evoked so many memories. I was amazed to learn that Isaac Pitman actually cre

Many years ago a friend taught me how to make teddy bears, and I still have a few that are precious to me. But the bear that I treasure the most is a very tiny bear hand stitched by my friend as a spe

Here is a photo of my great-grandchild, Margo, in my sink, bringing back all the memories. Sixty years ago, I would be bathing my own children in the very same sink. Wonderful times. Ms V.H., Cornwall

Who was the mystery author of Christine’s novel?

Freya’s new boyfriend seemed nice. As she sat opposite him in the lounge, Jane smiled while counting off dates in her head. It had been six months since her daughter’s last appearance. Freya’s head wa