Monthly Archives: May 2013

Waiting for the Muse

Posted on May 28, 2013 by jbwye

I am privileged to interview Nancy Jardine today, yet another talented author from the Crooked Cat cradle. I have read two of her books and loved them both, for different reasons. You can see my review of Topaz Eyes HERE. … Continue reading →

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Shout to the World

Posted on May 25, 2013 by jbwye

It has been an amazing week. First, I discovered that Amazon bracketed BREATH OF AFRICA with Daphne Sheldrick‘s new book, An African Love Story, inviting readers to buy both together as a package. It was an honour to be thought … Continue reading →

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Books On Location

Posted on May 21, 2013 by jbwye

Zanna MacKenzie is my guest blogger today. Formerly a travel agent, she is also an experienced arm chair traveller, evidence this interesting little piece. You don’t mention Africa, Zanna? Perhaps a savour of its breath will tempt you to widen your … Continue reading →

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Take a Deep Breath of Africa

Posted on May 17, 2013 by jbwye

Jill Lake, author of A Garden in Africa, posted this review of my book on Amazon. I’ve never met her, but we have made friends on-line as a result. Isn’t our techno-world amazing! A thoroughly enjoyable read. Like the author, I … Continue reading →

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Stand By to Place your Vote!

Posted on May 14, 2013 by jbwye

Today I am delighted to welcome Tom Gillespie, erudite member of the Crooked Cat’s cradle, and a lively contributor to our on-line chat. Tom’s book, Painting by Numbers,  is a finalist for the People’s Book Prize 2013.  And, although it is a far cry from … Continue reading →

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Two Books in Two Months

Posted on May 11, 2013 by jbwye

Well – the second one is a booklet, really. And it only took a year to produce, from beginning to end. It’s special: a limited edition History to commemorate the first fifty years of my Church, St. Wilfrid’s. But it’s … Continue reading →

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Words and Pictures

Posted on May 7, 2013 by jbwye

I’m hosting Pamela Kelt today. She’s a lady with a twinkle in her eye – new to the Crooked Cat’s cradle – and has just completed the fascinating A-Z April challenge for bloggers. She’s taken a lot of trouble with her … Continue reading →

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