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Writing Home Takes on New Meaning Every Day

Writing Home Takes on New Meaning Every Day

Aug 31, 2022

I've experienced the concept of ‘home’ in so many varied ways recently I’m starting to think my ‘Write Home’ brand may be taking over my...

Hiraeth, War and Unexpected Exmoor Refugees

Hiraeth, War and Unexpected Exmoor Refugees

Jul 28, 2022

Just when you think things can’t get crazier in this old world of ours, another zinger out of left field clocks you up the side of the...

Life in ‘What The Actual Heck?’ Territory

Life in ‘What The Actual Heck?’ Territory

Jun 30, 2022

June sees the United Kingdom coming down off the highs of the Platinum Jubilee celebrations. No matter your views of the Monarchy, seventy...

Queens, Jubilees and Bunting: The Joys of Home

Queens, Jubilees and Bunting: The Joys of Home

May 31, 2022

I’ll be hanging bunting on the second anniversary of my return to England. And possibly crying. Blame it on Queen Elizabeth, an ancient priest, and hiraeth.

Crazy Elections, Buzzwords, and Finding Me

Crazy Elections, Buzzwords, and Finding Me

Apr 29, 2022

There’s always something coming down the pike that throws me for a loop. Here’s my latest battle.

Editing Books and Gardens

Editing Books and Gardens

Mar 31, 2022

Last week I received The Email. Yes, THAT email. The one from the editor that filled me with both crippling anxiety and spine-tingling...

I’ve Had Enough February, Both On and Off Exmoor

I’ve Had Enough February, Both On and Off Exmoor

Feb 28, 2022

I’ve had enough of February, 2022. Mostly my own fault; but not all of it.

A What Bath? The Day I Met the Gongs.

A What Bath? The Day I Met the Gongs.

Jan 28, 2022

Another session of writing late into the evening. February 21st - the date the editor expects my latest novel - is barrelling down the...

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