Dogs were always a part of my life, especially growing up. We had many, and one was our beautiful, gentle, Sally. She was part of our life for over ten years. Dogs were always a part of my life, especially growing up. We had many, and one was our beautiful, gentle, Sally. She was part… Continue reading Karen’s Chat about Childhood Pets
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Hot off the Press #6 June
News from Karen’s Writing Desk Each month end, I’ll send out my hot off the press news as if it were a newsletter. They are never complete without a few selected books from authors I’ve read and enjoyed. My works in progress have kept me very busy this month. Time Lines, The Sound of Evil,… Continue reading Hot off the Press #6 June
Summer Afternoons, time to de-stress
I read this recently and just found it inspiring and good for thought. Something to sit down and enjoy. - both reading and doing it! Summer afternoons are undoubtedly one of the most beautiful moments life has to offer. With the sun shining high in the sky, and a gentle breeze … Summer Afternoons
Karen’s Chat about Writing and Junk Journals.
Yes it’s an odd combination for a subject. But it’s what I’m thinking about at the moment. Over the last few weeks, I’ve been doing a lot of writing. Just final edits of my books before publication. I’ve finished my time travel story, Time Lines, and now working on Play the Game. Yesterday, in my… Continue reading Karen’s Chat about Writing and Junk Journals.
Karen’s Chat about eBooks
Further to my chat about paperback books, (link at the bottom), this time I want to talk about eBooks. Although my reading choice is now a physical book, there’ll always be room for digital ones. It brings to mind that old question of eBooks v Paperback. I've always maintained that there is room for both.… Continue reading Karen’s Chat about eBooks
National Patch Day
Click on image for more information My teenage years were in the seventies and it was known for its vibrant and expressive fashion. One iconic element was the colourful patches worn on clothing. These patches, often made of embroidered or printed fabric, added a unique touch to garments, transforming them into personalized statements. I wore… Continue reading National Patch Day
Karen’s Chat about Paperbacks
The cost of living has gone up in recent months. With income unchanged, many of us have to spend our money more carefully. I’ve had to decide which of my subscriptions I can do without. As a result, one of the things to go is my Amazon Kindle Unlimited membership. This caused to me to… Continue reading Karen’s Chat about Paperbacks
A Royal Airforce Engineer
I have a notebook that belonged to my father-in-law. He trained as a mechanic during the war and worked Spitfires, Hurricanes, and the Wellington Twin Engined Bombers in World War 2 The book is all handwritten, and the first page has is entitled Basic Standing Orders. It is signed off by Mr. Taylor, marking it… Continue reading A Royal Airforce Engineer
Hot off the Press #5 May
News from Karen’s Writing Desk Each month's end, I send out my hot off-the-press news as if it were a newsletter. They are never complete without a few selected books from authors I’ve read and enjoyed. May has been incredibly busy with edits for Time Lines. My editor Julie, not only does the edit, but… Continue reading Hot off the Press #5 May
Karen’s Chat on Scones
Some months ago I featured the drawings that my uncle did. He was such a talented man. He and his wife, Molly loved to go on walking holidays. They … Karen’s Korner
World of Stories 