Tag Archives: Doris Lessing

The Joy of Giving

Posted on November 27, 2015 by jbwye

Christmas is coming – do I hear your inner groans ….? I’m sure most people have experienced the joy of giving, especially to someone who really needs and appreciates your gift. But in this hemisphere, when the days draw in, some … Continue reading →

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TURNING MITES INTO MIGHTIER THINGS

Posted on June 12, 2015 by jbwye

I’ve found my Charity! The proceeds of every copy of BREATH OF AFRICA sold goes to ST PETER’S LIFE LINE. This UK registered charity was created in 2009 by someone born and brought up in Kenya and who, after many … Continue reading →

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Writing a book is … Deliberate Plodding, Pushing into the Crevices of your Life

Posted on February 18, 2014 by jbwye

I’m hosting a delightful not-so-new writer today. Kate Moretti, who has offered some honest insights into author expectations and self-commitments. It’s a pleasure to meet you, Kate.  1. Kate – your book Thought I Knew You, was published nearly 18 … Continue reading →

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Where Do Your Characters Come From?

Posted on December 3, 2013 by jbwye

Nik Morton provides us with an interesting insight into the workings of his mind on my blog today. He will always be one of my favourite authors, not least because he said my book reminded him of the work of … Continue reading →

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It’s quite something to be compared with Doris Lessing

Posted on July 22, 2013 by jbwye

Two Reviewers have mentioned BREATH OF AFRICA in connection with Doris Lessing, Nobel Prizewinner for Literature, 2007. 5.0 out of 5 stars A book of breath-taking scope, 18 Jun 2013 By Dr. Mark A. Patton “Mark Patton” (London, UK) – See all my reviews This … Continue reading →

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