Author Archives: jbwye

Can of Worms

Posted on June 6, 2013 by jbwye

“Africa is a harsh country, and life can be cruel…” And now the can of worms has been reopened, as the BBC announces the British Government compensation deal for their handling of Mau Mau detainees in the 1950’s. In BREATH … Continue reading →

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Keeping Things Fresh

Posted on June 4, 2013 by jbwye

I am excited to introduce one of my favourite whodunnit authors today, Dr Catriona King. I have read three of her D.C.I. Craig novels, set in Belfast. They are impeccably written and very addictive. You can see my review of … Continue reading →

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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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A Little Matter to do with Tarot Reading

Posted on April 30, 2013 by jbwye

Today I’m interviewing Helen Howell, another special author from the Crooked Cat cradle. She lives down-under, and if it weren’t for her advice on a little matter to do with tarot reading, I’d be guilty of a lapse in my … Continue reading →

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