Back in the dark days of January, I wrote a short story and entered the Mogford Prize - a competition that focuses on the theme of food and drink, now in its tenth year.

I’d read a few of the past winners and really enjoyed the food and drink focus. Last year’s winner, ‘Madame Blini’s Disdain’ by Finlay Taylor, had a brilliant and unexpected twist at the tail end…

So, I’m surprised and delighted to have made the long list for this year’s award! The winner will be announced in April and all four shortlisted stories will be available to read (and listen to) on the Mogford Prize website.