To make family histories enthralling reads we must tell them as stories. Why? Because stories are how we learn and understand. Not just where and when people were born, married, and died, but who they were – their characters and
How to Turn Your Family History into a ‘Good Read’
Members of our local Family History Society amassed so many notes, letters, photos and family myths they didn’t know what to do with it all. They wanted to share their histories to anchor the younger generation, but their accounts would
Why Writers Need a Timeline
Creating a timeline is a vital stage in outlining your non-fiction book, and it has value also for planning fiction. Your outline is not etched on steel – it will develop with revisions and additions as you complete your research
Keeping Going
I’ve become a bit of a stranger on the blog. Sorry about that but I’m working on my magnum opus and it leaves little energy and few words at the end of the day. And I would need both of
What makes good travel writing?
What makes for good travel writing was one of the challenging questions asked by historical novelist, Gabrielle Kimm, when she interviewed me a while ago on her gorgeous website. I have posted an updated version of the interview below. GK: