On August 1st Joy Wood a former nurse turned author came and gave us a very interesting and entertaining talk about her career changes and her books she has written.
Joy started her career as a theatre nurse but changed course to child health where she eventually became head of department. Health Authorities then merged making her redundant! Time on her hands gave her the opportunity to write a book, ideas for which had been popping into her mind for years. Initially written for her own enjoyment she was urged by family to have it published, which she did following “polishing” by a professional. Marketing and publicity required persistence, confidence and not a little humour! She is now the proud author of three books.
Joy started her career as a theatre nurse but changed course to child health where she eventually became head of department. Health Authorities then merged making her redundant! Time on her hands gave her the opportunity to write a book, ideas for which had been popping into her mind for years. Initially written for her own enjoyment she was urged by family to have it published, which she did following “polishing” by a professional. Marketing and publicity required persistence, confidence and not a little humour! She is now the proud author of three books.