Meet

Chantel

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THE STORY BEHIND THE STORIES

Peek-a-boo, I see you!

Welcome to my little corner of the internet.

This is where I share the stories behind the stories, from half-finished notebook scribbles and book ideas to publishing adventures, twin mum life, and all the messy bits in between.

I'm so glad you're here.

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BOOKS

An illustrated book cover with the title 'Peek-A-Boo here comes TWO' in large text, featuring cartoon children with curly and straight hair. The background is decorated with pink and yellow flowers and a green landscape.

Peek-a-Boo, Here Comes Two is about the wait for twins.

There's painting to do,

a pram to test, and so many questions.

Some moments feel exciting.

Some feel a little unsure.

You think you're ready...

But nothing quite prepares you for two.

Peek-A-Boo Here Comes Two Peek-A-Boo Here Comes Two
Peek-A-Boo Here Comes Two
$22.00

Peek-a-Boo, Here Comes Two is about the wait for twins.

There's painting to do, a pram to test, and so many questions.

Some moments feel exciting. Some feel a little unsure.

You think you're ready...

But nothing quite prepares you for two.

ISBN: 9781787885448
ISBN-10: 1787885445
Available: 25th June 2026
Format: Paperback
Publisher: Nightingale Books

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Hi, I’m Chantel. Welcome! I’m so glad you’re here.

I’m a mum of four (including twins… yes, really), a photographer, and a children’s book writer who usually gets story ideas at bedtime when the kids are meant to be going to sleep but keep asking for “one more”.

We also have a dog named Monty who steals shoes and hides them around the house whenever we leave. He doesn’t chew them. He just wants us to know he’s disappointed.

I sometimes enjoy baking. I always enjoy eating.

This little corner of the internet is where I share my photography, my books, and the creative things I’m working on in between mum life.

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A cartoon of a young girl with curly blonde hair wearing pink glasses and a pink apron, possibly in a kitchen or workshop.

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