The Sutton Penny Finds Its Way Home When I’m researching my books, I use various Facebook groups to discover small details that I might not find in … [Read more...] about The Sutton Penny – From Grimsby to Australia and Back Again
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Inspiration for The Seaside Girls – Jessie and Harry
A Picture Speaks a Thousand Words I kept a copy of this postcard beside me as I wrote The Seaside Girls. It captures a moment: two young people, … [Read more...] about Inspiration for The Seaside Girls – Jessie and Harry
YMCA – A Warm Welcome for all
During both world wars, the YMCA provided a warm welcome and recreational activities for forces and civilians alike. Within ten days of the … [Read more...] about YMCA – A Warm Welcome for all
BEHIND THE SCENES – THE CAFE DANSANT
The Café Dansant, Cleethorpes Opening in 1914 and originally known as the Kingsway Pavilion, the Café Dansant was a popular dance and … [Read more...] about BEHIND THE SCENES – THE CAFE DANSANT
BEHIND THE SCENES – CHRISTMAS IN JULY
My kids might call me the Grinch from time to time. I do not embrace Christmas – until it’s Christmas. To me, that occurs sometime around the 20th of … [Read more...] about BEHIND THE SCENES – CHRISTMAS IN JULY
BEHIND THE DESK – THE MESSY BITS
A few days ago, I shared this photo of the view from my office on Facebook. Looks lovely, doesn't it? I was very careful to show the best bits. … [Read more...] about BEHIND THE DESK – THE MESSY BITS