(Blog author. Jo Donnelly otherwise known as Caledonian Kitty. For all links see: Linktree)
So, before I put my pens and highlighters back into my black Killstar pencil case (yes, I have one of those) and put the lid down on the laptop for the Christmas break. I offered you all a chance to send me some questions you may have. I wasn't expecting to get so many but I've narrowed it down to 10. Thank you for all of your questions and the ones that don't feature here will still be answered and responded to in your message and email inboxes.
Get cosy and let's get to it....
1) I can't wait for your book, will it be out next year?
I'm not going to say 100% because I am still working on it and I'm a bit of a perfectionist so right now I am hoping but watch this space....
2) Are things really as bad in the UK as seen on social media?
Yes, the UK is a mess and it's quite scary what is going on right now. It seems that you can't do a thing without some sort of consequence. A lot of beautiful places are getting destroyed and a lot of people in our country are being neglected, people who have been here all their lives and payed taxes are suffering. It's appalling what's going on.
3) What do you think of people being jailed for taking part in protests in the UK?
It depends what their actions were, I don't condone violence. I saw footage of police vans being set on fire, items being thrown, I don't condone that. But, just standing there and in a mature and well spoken manner, stating your thoughts in a way that is not racist but is about your care for the safety of your children and yourself, that is not wrong and people should not be punished for it. Some people forget that we have put up with a lot in this country, we've endured cover-ups and seen innocent people harmed and no justice brought but the perpetrators rewarded. What we saw with these riots was people being sick and tired but some of them expressed themselves in the wrong way. Support should have been given as well as counselling and anger management to the people involved, their concerns listened to, but instead we see hard-core criminals released early from prison and people who protested thrown behind bars. Now, I just want to be clear that if you commit violence you should pay the price but just standing there in the crowd or shouting a few words, does not warrant a prison sentence in my opinion. I saw that one of the men jailed was a grandfather in his 60s who had no criminal record and suffered from mental health issues and sadly took his own life. There was another man who was grieving over the death of his best friend who'd died just weeks before and he was put in prison. There was more to this than was taken into consideration.
4) Are you really moving to America?
Yes, it's been a dream of mine for a long time and I will still be back to visit, especially Scotland.
5) What was the last true crime documentary that you watched?
I actually watched Waco: American Apocalypse (again) on Netflix.
6) Which true crime book is your favourite?
I don't have a particular favourite but one of the books that I consider essential in my Serial killer research is The Encyclopedia of Serial Killers by Michael Newton. I just need there to be an updated version.
7) I want to make a few case requests, can I email you?
Yes, you can email me anytime at jocaledoniankitty@gmail.com
8) Will you be bringing back your merch?
Yes! my merch will be coming back in 2025, watch this space!!
9) What do you hope for 2025?
I like to hold my cards close to my chest, I'm all about manifesting things. I do wish great things for my readers though.
10) What's your favourite thing to drink on Christmas Day?
Bucks Fizz, I just love it!
Thanks again for these questions, I thought they were really good and have left me feeling in more of a positive mood than I was before. I hope you enjoyed reading my answers.
So here's to 2025, I hope you have a fabulous Christmas and New Year. I will be back to share more posts in 2025. Thank you as always for your support x
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