Author Archives: jbwye

The Scarlet Thread

Posted on December 14, 2014 by jbwye

It’s my turn, today, to join my fellow Crooked Cat authors in providing an item for our more-than-a-month-long extravaganza of FREE short stories, non- fiction articles and poems. This “Christmas with Crooked Cat” contribution contains experiences in the Holy Land which left … Continue reading →

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O Israel!

Posted on December 12, 2014 by jbwye

Let’s change track now, to a topical venue. With the coming of Christmas, this little part of the world is the focus of millions of people around our shrinking globe. I went there in 2010, a place I’d always wanted to … Continue reading →

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Like Literary Russian Dolls

Posted on December 9, 2014 by jbwye

It gives me great pleasure to welcome fellow Crooked Cat author Mark Patton once again to my place.  This is such an interesting piece which describes Christmas through the Ages covered by his latest book, Omphalos.  I enjoyed it greatly, and you can find … Continue reading →

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One Lovely Blog Award!

Posted on December 5, 2014 by jbwye

I am honoured to be nominated by the distinguished Nancy Jardine for the ‘One Lovely Blog Award’. The award recognizes bloggers who share their story or thoughts in a “lovely” manner, giving them recognition and helping them reach more viewers. … Continue reading →

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Faction or Fiction

Posted on December 2, 2014 by jbwye

What an interesting piece this is, by an author I have admired since meeting her on Authonomy several years ago! Please meet Margaret Callow, who has recently signed a multi-book deal for her historical novels with publisher Holland House Books. There … Continue reading →

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The Only Tourist

Posted on November 28, 2014 by jbwye

Morning, and still no mountains. Despite the cool weather, I perspire profusely during the day and change my shirt every lunch time. My solar hat, while causing the usual curiosity especially from the children, keeps my brow dry. When I … Continue reading →

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Being Grateful, Being Thankful

Posted on November 25, 2014 by jbwye

There’s no need for me to say anything – Sarah Butland has said it all. May everybody enjoy a peaceful Christmas-tide. One Month ‘Til Christmas Stores are stocked with decorations and chocolates in the shape of reindeer and Santa heads, … Continue reading →

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This Time I am Not a Tourist 

Posted on November 21, 2014 by jbwye

I say goodbye to my fellow travellers of the past three weeks, and the hotel calls a taxi for me which takes me to Patan Hospital for R300. Patan city does not have the character of Kathmandu or the serenity … Continue reading →

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I Get Grumpy at the End of a Day…

Posted on November 18, 2014 by jbwye

It’s always a pleasure to meet new authors, and I am specially proud to to entertain Emma Mooney today. She has recently had her first book published by Crooked Cat, and the quality of her work is therefore absolutely guaranteed. … Continue reading →

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Big Ideas From Small Boats

Posted on November 11, 2014 by jbwye

Kathy Sharp’s Isle of Larus is one of my favourite books – brimming with atmosphere and charm – and now she’s produced another one! I am delighted to host her on a very special day. A big thank you to … Continue reading →

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