Sooooo, I’ve spent the last day or so creating two YouTube channels as it seems to be the way the world is going. Unlike some channels, hopefully I can put up some videos of interest and perhaps even a little merit. It doesn’t mean I’m stopping blogging, far from it but it is just… Continue reading So, we’re going on YouTube!
Tag: writing
Portmanteaus from Brangelina to Brexit
Admittedly there isn’t much of a journey to along the alphabet from Brangelina to Brexit but these two events, which seem to have defined the summer illustrate just how much we use Portmanteaus from the important things in life to the whimsical. For those who are not sure what exactly is a Portmanteau, it is… Continue reading Portmanteaus from Brangelina to Brexit
Since I’ve been gone…
If you’re reading this then you may have noticed that I have got a little behind with my blog posting. I’m hugely sorry about that. Something has been tapping at my window demanding my attention and sadly that thing is called the real world. I’ve been extremely busy with my guided tours and have given… Continue reading Since I’ve been gone…
3 Quotation Challenge
Greetings! I’ve been nominated by Amy Reese to participate in the Quotations Challenge in which one provides three quotations over the next three days or all in one post. I choose three quotes in one day, mostly because I’m busy and can’t guarantee when I am next on my blog. I don’t normally do challenges,… Continue reading 3 Quotation Challenge
Funny 1-star reviews are humorous but are seriously not funny!
The last week or two, I have received two 1-star reviews on Amazon, which to say the least is a bit disheartening. Everyone is entitled to their opinion I don’t deny that…. unless their wrong, ignorant, jealous or vindictive of course. Often these people cover all four bases! I have never had anything less than… Continue reading Funny 1-star reviews are humorous but are seriously not funny!
Pull up a chair!
For the second time in a few days, the blog I wanted to write didn’t happen. Today I was going to write a blog on ‘Words’ It was one of those blogs that came easy to me and didn’t require to much research or anything time-consuming as some of my posts are want to do.… Continue reading Pull up a chair!
Is there Life on Mars, is there life on Earth?
I’ve spent 11 hours today editing my new book whilst listening to constant features dedicated to and music from David Bowie in BBC 5Live. I remember the first time I came across David Bowie, I was about 3 years old in 1977 and I was going through my mother’s record collection st my grandparents. Already… Continue reading Is there Life on Mars, is there life on Earth?
2015 blog review in facts and figures
Thank-you to everyone who continues to read my blog. Back in 2012 I received only 6,000 visits albeit in just 6 months. 2013 saw the beginning of an exponential rise to 45,000 visits. Incredibly 2014 almost doubled this total with 83,000 visits to my blog. 2015 had me with just one blogging goal left, could… Continue reading 2015 blog review in facts and figures
Cast your vote on my new book cover!
The 28th Of December is my birthday and I wonder if you would like to give me a very quick and easy birthday treat by taking part in my book cover vote for an upcoming novel I will be releasing in just a few months time. I will post more details nearer the time but… Continue reading Cast your vote on my new book cover!
My First Ever Booksigning!
Last Thursday was a big day in the life of me, I had my first ever book signing. It took place from 10am-4pm at Reason Coffee Shop and Bookstore in Watford High Street which is just 5 miles from where I live. The shop does a lot of work for good causes and has a… Continue reading My First Ever Booksigning!