Category Archives: Books

Memories of the written word

Posted on February 15, 2018 by Sue Vincent

There is a certain irony in the fact that I became aware of the Unesco Memory of the World Programme whilst researching the most ancient artefacts. Wikipedia says that the initiative was launched to ‘safeguard the documentary heritage of humanity … Continue reading →

Posted in Books, History, Life, Memories, Uncategorized, writing | Tagged collective amnesia, leaving a legacy, Memory of the World, posterity, Unesco, written record | 33 Comments

Guest author: Darlene Foster – Peaceful Sanctuary at Novelda

Posted on February 13, 2018 by Sue Vincent

Spain is well known for its fascinating cathedrals such as La Sagrada Familia in Barcelona, The Mesquite in Cordoba and the Cathedral of Seville to name a few. Besides the well-known religious structures, there are many smaller places of worship … Continue reading →

Posted in Art, Books, Churches, Guest post, historic sites, Photography, Sacred sites, travel | Tagged Amanda's travels, Art Nouveau, Gaudi, Spain | 49 Comments

Book Launch! Tallis Steelyard and the sedan chair caper – Jim Webster #Kindle

Posted on February 12, 2018 by Sue Vincent

Port Naain has a long and convoluted history with the noble sport of sedan chair racing. Doubtless there are more tales to be told than are suitable in mixed company… but if anyone can tell them, it is Tallis Steelyard. … Continue reading →

Posted in Books, fantasy, fiction, Humour | Tagged Amazon, blog tour, Book launch, guest post, humour, Jeen Snellflort, Jim Webster, kindle, poet, Port Naain, racing, sedan chair | 9 Comments

Spring cleaning the bookshelf…

Posted on February 7, 2018 by Sue Vincent

Quite where any adventure really begins is a matter for debate. When you are writing a story, it begins with that ‘once upon a time’ moment and the first words on the page. In ‘real life’, you can trace it … Continue reading →

Posted in Blogging, Books, Don and Wen, Photography, Stuart France and Sue Vincent, symbolism, writing | Tagged editing, new blog, website, writing | 37 Comments

Guest author: G. Michael Vasey – The Stream Of Life

Posted on February 6, 2018 by Sue Vincent

I’m sitting here on my birthday. I’m 58! How did that happen? Strangely enough it’s been a quiet day as it’s a Sunday – not the best day to go out celebrating. But, I have been struck by how the … Continue reading →

Posted in Books, Guest post | Tagged Amazon, kindle, magic, mystery, new book, novella, occult, paranormal | 13 Comments

Men of Meaning… Stuart France

Posted on February 6, 2018 by Sue Vincent

* All you ‘men of science’… Busy seeking spirit in matter… As if mind were to be found in the head! Small wonder you ever discovered anything at all. Count Black… Source: Stuart France

Posted in alchemy, Art, Books | Tagged esoteric, interpretation, Life, Lyric, mystery, philosophy, psychology | 4 Comments

Amnesia II… Stuart France

Posted on February 4, 2018 by Sue Vincent

* Spontaneous Internal Combustion. You may have heard of the phenomenon? It can now be regarded as the final death-knell for the Theory of Evolution by Natural Selection. Continue reading at Stuart France

Posted in Ancient sites, Avalon, Books, Don and Wen | Tagged albion, alternative history, esoteric, interpretation, landscape, Life, Lyric, magic, meaning, mystery, philosophy, Photography, psychology | 4 Comments

5000 year old discovery! #travel #India #humor – Barb Taub

Posted on February 3, 2018 by Sue Vincent

Reblogged from Barb Taub: We witness a 5000 year old discovery! But first…we have to get out of bed. How we travel… [click image for previews, reviews, and buy links on Amazon] “Five and a half hours,” promised the SatNav. … Continue reading →

Posted in Books, food, Friendship, historic sites, History, Humour, Photography | Tagged archaeology, India, travel | 1 Comment

A Simple Soul?… Stuart France

Posted on February 2, 2018 by Sue Vincent

* Bright. Free. Easy… * Or superficial? Blissful in ignorance rather than poised, tight-rope like, upon the very lip of uncertainty… * Continue reading at Stuart France

Posted in Art, Books | Tagged esoteric, interpretation, Life, Lyric, meaning, philosophy, Photography, Poetry, psychology, story | 5 Comments

Still Stone-Less At-Chat… Stuart France

Posted on February 1, 2018 by Sue Vincent

* “No one in their right mind believes that stones can walk.” “Despite the fact that the Folk-Record is unequivocable on this point.” “It is also unequivocable about stones dancing, and drinking from streams.” “I may be able to clarify … Continue reading →