Animals, Book, Observance days

Squirrel Appreciation Day

On January 21st, Squirrel Appreciation Days recognizes a critter some consider a pest, and others see as fascinating. Read more about this beautiful …Squirrel Appreciation Day

Book, Romance, Western

Ye-Ha, Howdy Folks

I grew up on westerns. They were mainly men’s story with a love interest. Although I still like them, I rarely watch or read them now. Loving Eliza was not a book I found in the conventional way. Ruth Ann Nordin is a WordPress author. If you are a WordPress member you have access to… Continue reading Ye-Ha, Howdy Folks

Book, Mystery

Book Review: Fall from Grace by J. A. Winterford

Where did I find it: in an Anglesey group where I was asking for a photo I could use in a book blog. Someone asked if I’d read this, as it was based on the island. Turns out I’d seen the author in a local shop with a copy of her book. So it was… Continue reading Book Review: Fall from Grace by J. A. Winterford

Articles, Book, Inspirational

Join Us Here

The future is looking bright at Norns as we expand our list of authors. This means lots of new books will be published under our banner this year. We also bring readers so much more on our website. We are bloggers and passionate readers, too. Our blog brings: interesting articles celebrating the days of the… Continue reading Join Us Here

Stories

100 Word Story #21 – After Christmas by Gwyn Broadmeadow

The #100wordstory is just that, exactly one hundred words long. If you can write a story and would like to be featured. Then fill in the details of this form. Christmas mugs and tea towels were back in storage, the cards were all stacked in a pile to be re- read at a later date. There… Continue reading 100 Word Story #21 – After Christmas by Gwyn Broadmeadow

Articles, Book

January is National Soup Month

I love soup and my favourite is Hienz Chicken soup. Served with a hot roll it’s a lunchtime favourite at the time of year. January is National Soup Month, which is not the same as February 4th’s observance. That is National Homemade Soup Day. Of course, both celebrate … January is National Soup Month

Poetry

Poem: Another Day Like This by Chantelle Atkins

I like poetry and generally prefer those that rhyme. This doesn’t, but something about the story and rhythm appealed to me. Another day like this Comfort in favourite t-shirt The one with the stars on it And daughter’s old hoodie, the big blue one And jeans that need a … Poem: Another Day Like This

Book, Crime, Famous Authors, Thriller

Book Review – Two Sisters by Kerry Wilkinson

Where did I find it: in my audible library. It had been there a long time. A friend recommended him having read most of his books. It was about time I read some too. Luckily, the eBook was in Kindle Unlimited. I like to switch between reading and listening. With thousands of reviews, it seems… Continue reading Book Review – Two Sisters by Kerry Wilkinson

Book, Historical, Romance

Book Review | The Duke With The Dragon Tattoo by Kerrigan Byrne

This is probably one of the best reviews I’ve ever read. Can true love really be found when a mysterious pirate kidnaps you after crashing into your wedding to steal you from the alter and murdering your … Book Review | The Duke With The Dragon Tattoo by Kerrigan Byrne

Articles, Places

A Photographic Walk in Cemaes Bay

I live on the island of Anglesey and on New Year’s Day we, my husband and I, decided to go over to Cemaes Bay. It’s pronounced with a soft sounding K and e as in egg, with mice at the end. Information boards are a great way to find out more about the place you… Continue reading A Photographic Walk in Cemaes Bay