Gil McNeil

Gil McNeil is a successful British author, known for her women's fiction novels. She has penned several popular books, including "The Only Boy For Me," "Stand By Your Man," "In The Wee Small Hours," and "Divas Don't Knit." McNeil's writing has been well-received, with "The Only Boy For Me" being adapted into a major ITV prime-time drama in 2007. The television series starred Helen Baxendale and was a hit with viewers.

Before becoming an author, McNeil had various careers in publishing, advertising, and the film business. These diverse experiences have likely provided her with a wealth of knowledge and insight, which she has been able to draw upon in her writing. In addition to her successful career as an author, McNeil is also the Director of a charity called PiggyBankKids. This organization supports projects that create opportunities for children, reflecting McNeil's commitment to giving back to her community.

McNeil is a resident of Kent, England, where she lives with her son. She comes from a long line of champion knitters, which may have inspired her to incorporate knitting into her writing. McNeil has edited five collections of stories with Sarah Brown, further showcasing her literary talents. Despite her many accomplishments, McNeil remains down-to-earth and dedicated to making a positive impact in the world.
Beach Street Knitting Society Books
# Title Year
1 The Beach Street Knitting Society and Yarn Club / Diva's Don't Knit 2007
2 Needles and Pearls 2008
3 Knit One Pearl One 2011
Standalone Novels
# Title Year
1 The Only Boy For Me 2001
2 Stand by Your Man 2004
3 In the Wee Small Hours 2011
4 A Good Year for the Roses 2014
Anthologies
# Title Year
1 Magic 2002
2 Summer Magic 2003
Non-Fiction Books
# Title Year
1 Mums 2007
2 Dads 2008
3 Grandparents 2009
Gil McNeil Anthologies
# Title Year
1 Journey To The Sea 2005