There have already been several great posts about the recent Bloggers Bash in London, held this past weekend. And I’m here to add my voice to all those saying, ‘What a fantastic day!’ First of all, congratulations to all the award winners, and huge thanks to the organising committee, Sacha Black, Geoff LePard, Ali IsaacContinue reading “Bloggers Bash 2017 – Part 2”
Monthly Archives: June 2016
Bloggers Bash, 2016 – Part 1
Or perhaps I’d be more accurate to call this part ‘The Prologue.’ Because this is it, folks – less than twenty-four hours until bloggers assemble in London for the second annual Bloggers Bash! Some are already there, travelling by plane and train to the capital, soaking up the London atmosphere and getting ready to mingle.Continue reading “Bloggers Bash, 2016 – Part 1”
Thursday Doors – Corn Market, Hemel Old Town
This rather impressive door is located in the old market place, Hemel Hempstead. The market dates back to 1539, when Henry VIII granted a Charter of Incorporation to the town, giving them a weekly Thursday market. The market grew in size and popularity to the point that Daniel Defoe, in his 1724 work, A TourContinue reading “Thursday Doors – Corn Market, Hemel Old Town”
Wednesday Wander – London Bridge, Portsea
No, it’s not the London Bridge you might be thinking of. This is a rock formation called London Bridge, at Portsea back beach just outside Melbourne, Australia. There used to be another arch of rock stretching into the ocean, hence the name, but it collapsed quite suddenly, leaving only two remaining. It’s a wonderful placeContinue reading “Wednesday Wander – London Bridge, Portsea”
#Writephoto – Silver and Black (an excerpt)
Sue has such a wonderful knack for choosing images that inspire stories. Her photo prompt this week does not disappoint and, once again, it seems to tie in with part of my own WIP. Not Ambeth – this time I’m heading back to the world of vampires, Silver and Black. And so here is myContinue reading “#Writephoto – Silver and Black (an excerpt)”
Cascade Poetry Challenge – Longing
I really enjoyed Jane Dougherty’s Poetry Challenge last week, so I thought I’d give it a go again this week. This time, Jane has challenged us to write a cascade, which consists of four stanzas each with three lines, where each line from the first verse is the last line of each subsequent verse. JaneContinue reading “Cascade Poetry Challenge – Longing”
Hugh’s Weekly Photo Challenge: Week 27 – Vintage
This weeks Hugh’s Photography Challenge is ‘Vintage’ and, as I said to Hugh in the comments, he is speaking my language. I’ve collected vintage clothing and accessories since I was a teenager and, several years ago, a friend and I even had our own permanent vintage stall at an antique market. I’ve moved quite aContinue reading “Hugh’s Weekly Photo Challenge: Week 27 – Vintage”
Guest Post: Legends Of Windermere Author Charles Yallowitz on Character Sacrifice
Today Charles Yallowitz is stopping by with a post on the idea of sacrifice in story-telling, and how to make it effective. As a story element, sacrifice needs to be handled carefully, and Charles makes some excellent points on how to do so while keeping the reader engaged. Take it away, Charles! Cover Art byContinue reading “Guest Post: Legends Of Windermere Author Charles Yallowitz on Character Sacrifice”
Kyrielle Poetry Challenge – Dreaming Trees
I’ve said before I don’t fancy myself as any sort of poet, nor is it a writing form I’ve much explored. However, lately, there have been a few blog challenges that have led me to respond in poetry, rather than prose, and I’ve really enjoyed doing so. The latest one is from Jane Dougherty, andContinue reading “Kyrielle Poetry Challenge – Dreaming Trees”
Wednesday Wander – Paris, France
The first time I saw the Eiffel Tower was at dusk. I was seventeen and just arrived in Paris with my best friend, the two of us having taken a coach, then another coach, then the Hovercraft, then another coach, then the Metro, to find ourselves on the Trocadero overlooking the Champs De Mars asContinue reading “Wednesday Wander – Paris, France”
Helen Glynn Jones 