
What is Small Stories?
Small Stories is a series of letters from me to you about searching for magic & meaning. These are the secrets of my writing life, sent from my tiny loft-room study straight to your inbox.
I'm Laura, author of the book Chasing Fog and creator of Instagram account @circleofpines.
Why Subscribe?
Small Stories is a Substack Featured Publication 2023.
Readers say:
‘one of my favourite writers’ - Kerri ní Dochartaigh
‘Laura writes with such intensity and tenderness in the matrix of time and place. I love it when one of her Small Stories arrives…’ - Katy Wheatley
‘Beautifully written meditations on writing & motherhood’
- Lulah Ellender A Writing Life
‘Just the most gorgeous, transporting writing with Laura's inimitable imagery alongside. A breath of fresh air.’ - Emine Rushton
What do Subscribers Receive?
You can subscribe for free and receive my Small Stories letters
Or for £5 a month (or £45 a year) you can become part of my community and receive:
— Monthly Love List (what I’m reading & loving each month)
— Postcards (shorter, more personal pieces)
— Voice Notes (come with me on my walks & writing adventures)
— ‘The Feeling of Writing a Book’ (insights into my book writing process)
Paid subscribers are the first to hear my news, gain access to the full archive, and support my work more meaningfully.
Portraits by Jules Williams Photography




