Lois

I am a writer living in the west of England; I have written fourrteen novels, my latest being 'Winterdyke' This is the latest of the seven Radwinter genealogical mysteries series, all available on Amazon - the eighth in the series due to appear in early summer. I have written seven other novels, a guide to writing, three stories for reluctant readers and two anthologies with other writers. All are available as eBooks and paperbacks. I hope my blog will engage you with my other interests, music, family history travel, and food... Most of all I hope you engage with my writing and my thoughts on the process... at least, on my process!! You can also find me on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram

The Slaughter Stone

On the south side of Stonehenge, lying on its side is one of the huge stones which make the monument. You can see it at the front of the photo.  It is called the Slaughter Stone, which is a bit misleading, because it makes it sound as if it was used for some sort of […]

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What is charisma?

Raul Malo Charisma is a popular word, which, according to Wikipedia, is defined as: compelling attractiveness or charm that can inspire devotion in others, a divinely conferred power or talent. and according to dictionary.com is from: 1635–45  Late Latin  from the Greek,  equivalent to char + -isma/ism  (from cháris  favour and charízesthai  to favour, akin to yearn or exhort) …or maybe it comes from a Greek word meaning […]

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Where the bee sucks…

Where the bee sucks, there suck I: In a cowslip’s bell I lie; There I couch when owls do cry. On the bat’s back I do fly After summer merrily. Merrily, merrily shall I live now Under the blossom that hangs on the bough.

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