Call me sentimental, but I’ve always loved Christmas. In fact I do find it hard to understand why other people don’t love it. Every year, my tree decorating gets earlier and earlier, and usually, by this time in November, most of my present shopping is...
Normally by this time of year – early November – I’d be well into my Christmas preparation. Presents bought, turkey ordered, things planned… But it’s hard to get in the mood this year. Browsing in shops is a no-go, and who wants to give...
Once a month I send out a newsletter – you’re probably being asked to sign up to it right now! Subscribing lets you win freebies. But if you’re allergic to email newsletters, no matter, here are some extracts from my October newsletter. You are not alone. These are...
Writing has to be one of the most misunderstood professions. Some readers seem to think a book gets written by magic, involving no time or effort. But a book which is easy to read hasn’t necessarily been easy to write. Getting published is a struggle, and even...
Once a month I send out a newsletter – you’re probably being asked to sign up to it right now! Subscribing lets you win freebies. But if you’re allergic to email newsletters, no matter, here are some extracts from my September newsletter. Edinburgh International Book...
