Of the Of the plotting and structural challenges in writing my novel, Another Life, the chapter ‘The Garden’ was one of the most demanding. It provides an overview of the life of the main character, Oliver, and suggests that not everything is as it seems and that his visit is expected. Oliver stops at the […]more…
Some Books Used in the Research for Another Life
Here are just a few of the books used as reference and inspirational material in the writing of my new novel, Another Life.Peter Ackroyd’s Albion, subtitled ‘the origins of the English imagination’ is nostalgic in its celebration of the historic ability to assimilate foreign influences in an inclusive, eclectic way.Engraved Gardens, illustrated by four leading […]more…
…And Here Are The Publicity Postcards
Not long now until Another Life is published on 1st May. I’ve taken delivery of a box of postcards and am pleased with them. The front shows the cover image; the back has a story soundbite, a recommendation and contact details. At the rate at which I’m sending them out, I may not have ordered […]more…
Seeking Reviews for Another Life
In conjunction with my publisher @BurtonMayers, I am seeking established UK reviewers and bloggers of Contemporary Fiction and Speculative Fiction for honest book reviews of my 1st May release Another Life. Please DM for further information. ‘It’s Another Life for the 21st Century’.more…
Advance Review Copies of ‘Another Life’ Have Arrived
Advance review copies of my new novel ‘Another Life’ have arrived. A busy few weeks of book marketing ahead, seeking reviews.more…
‘Another Life’ Marketing Campaign Under Way
The marketing campaign for my new novel, Another Life, publication date 1st May 2020, is under way, starting with delivery of my new business cards. More announcements to follow over the coming weeks.more…
Fenja And Menja, The Grotte-Mill And The Fimbul Winter
An important element in my Invisible College Trilogy is the Book of Mysteries, entitled Temple Walden – A View of Its History, Origins and the World Order. The title page identifies it as An account of the ancient mysteries, as recorded with diligence through the ages and recounting the truth and destiny of the true […]more…
Stone Devil From The Invisible College Trilogy
The statue of the Stone Devil that features in my YA series, The Invisible College Trilogy and appears in the cover design for book 2, ‘Dust and Shadows, is based on this photograph I took some years ago. I’m glad I did, as it has since disappeared. In book one, ’They Do Things Differently Here’, […]more…