As we passed the equinox last Sunday, the thought that from now on the daylight hours will get incrementally longer is exciting. I was one of those people who enjoyed lockdown. I enjoyed the peace and calm on our…
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New Zealand historical fiction
I have been remiss lately – and I apologise to any of my readers who have been waiting for my next blog – but I’ve been in rather a whirl. One of the more delightful whirls has been discovering this…
I know, I’m a year late, but I was travelling a lot last year and missed the call. So, when I saw the article about this wonderful banner when it went on display at Old Government House in Wellington earlier this…
My latest release – The Costumier’s Gift – is on a Blog Tour this week. Follow any of the links to see excerpts, interviews and reviews and you could WIN a copy. Wrong Side of Forty (Excerpt)…
What would you say to two people who own two vintage cars (Bridget – left, and Dora – right), two modern cars, a caravan and an empty section? Some say we are mad. Some say it’s an adventure. Which…
I’m not sure what happened to April, but we survived the crazy time, packing up and shifting house all the time I was still editing my latest novel. But I’ve got something special for you in May. Be in the draw…
I am delighted to announce, The Costumier’s Gift – the dual-timeline sequel continuing the family sagas of Brigid The Girl from County Clare and Gwenna The Welsh Confectioner is now available for pre-order. Why does a stranger hold the key to…
For an author, there is nothing quite so uplifting as to see the little orange Bestseller flag beside their name, even in a niche category. Have you heard of BookBub? It’s a website where books of every type and genre…
Recently, a conversation with other historical fiction writers convinced me that time travel is possible – at least, in your head. We talked about how, especially in the early morning half way between sleep and waking, we can find…
If you asked people who know me well what I enjoy the most, they would tell you books and writing, travel and history, antiques and genealogy, and not necessarily in that order. I can’t imagine a day when…