Plato advised us that: ‘Knowledge is food for the soul’ I’ve been thinking about this quote, which led me to thinking about books and reading. I started… Read more “Food for the soul”
Category: works in progress
What makes a great author?
I’ve been finding out more about that wonderful Queen of Crime, Agatha Christie. Having just read her biography, I have discovered some interesting facts about her. Here… Read more “What makes a great author?”
Dreaming of Italy!
If you are waiting for Janie Juke’s next adventure ‘The Invisible Case’, I can confirm that progress is good! The first draft is complete and plans are… Read more “Dreaming of Italy!”
Tamarisk Bay!
At last, readers of the Janie Juke mystery series can find their way around Janie’s home town of Tamarisk Bay with the aid of this wonderful map.… Read more “Tamarisk Bay!”
EARLY ONE MORNING
(by Virginia Baily, published 2015) A kind friend lent me this novel when he discovered I was interested in learning about what life was like in Italy… Read more “EARLY ONE MORNING”
Italian memories
The second book in the Janie Juke mystery series (Lost Property) introduces Janie’s aunt, Jessica. Jessica has been travelling around Europe for a few years and is… Read more “Italian memories”
Spending time with friends
I first met Janie Juke in February 2017. I was walking my Scottie dog, Hamish, along a Spanish beach and she came into my head. But back… Read more “Spending time with friends”
Nanowrimo – one year on
One year ago I accepted an invitation. I didn’t know then that it would be an acceptance that would change my life. Perhaps that sounds a little… Read more “Nanowrimo – one year on”
Drilling for gold
When you write fiction you literally have the world at the end of your pen (or computer keyboard). You can choose to construct characters who are not… Read more “Drilling for gold”