Hello everybody, It's the 250th anniversary of the American Declaration of Independence this month and I've been enjoying the wonderful podcast on BBC Sounds entitled, The History of the United States in 100 Objects. If you've read any of my books, you'll know that I like to build up histories from the smallest of details,... Continue Reading →
Welcome to my May Newsletter
I reached a milestone birthday a couple of weeks ago! There’s nothing quite like a surprise party with guests from all parts of your life, to remind you of your own history. It was wonderful to see everybody from old schoolfriends and family to teaching colleagues and fellow writers. A few connections from afar (and... Continue Reading →