Words cannot express my sorrow at the passing of my beloved husband Paul. Peacefully, after a short illness, Paul died on Monday 20th July 2026. He was the much loved father of Louise, Richard, Emma and Oliver and a proud ...more
October and the leaves are turning. Living in West Stirlingshire, we have some of the loveliest scenery at this time of year. And also a variety of amazing cafes and restaurants. With Dorothy retired and me working part-time as a ...more
Another Christmas – they are definitely coming faster! 2024 has been a challenging year for us. Paul had a stroke at the beginning of August. Thanks to the team at Forth Valley hospital and the extra physio work he has ...more
I thought it was about time I brought you all up to date with what’s been going on. I am delighted to let you know that Vendetta is now available as an e-book and will be available on Amazon ...more
My Dilemma I was in a dilemma. Should I tell you or not? After all I am not looking for sympathy. Then I thought “What the hell, it might do some good”. I’ve been diagnosed with prostate cancer. Very much ...more
What doesn’t kill you, makes you stronger comes from an aphorism of the 19th century German philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche. It has been translated into English and quoted in several variations, but is generally used as an affirmation of resilience. I prefer llegitimi ...more
“The sun is out, the sky is blue, there’s not a cloud to spoil the view….. “. I am a Buddy Holly fan and whilst I am delighted the ‘weatherman says clear today’ I do hope the rest of the ...more
The year has started with some excitement on the book front. A MILLION TEARS has been produced as an audio book and is available on audible.co.uk as well as on Amazon. The story is unabridged and is nearly 20 hours ...more
Paul will be signing copies of his books at Merchant Square, Glasgow this weekend. He will be signing copies of his new book Retribution. We are delighted to say that Paul’s book HAVOC has also just been reprinted by ...more
BLISS – A mug of coffee and a good book !! Buy a beautiful bone china mug created by the renowned Barbara Davidson Pottery of Larbert. Barbara’s husband, Brian, was a great fan of Paul’s books and it had been ...more
The nights are getting longer, the days shorter (a bit self evident) and the weather is becoming colder. It means the fire is lit every evening and the central heating is on around 16.00 – I’m warm blooded, you see. ...more
This is the time of year to sit in the garden, in the shade, having a glass or two of Pimms, or a glass of wine – any colour. The BBQ is lit, the meat is sizzling, the salad is ...more
“Dropping through space was exhilarating. In the warm cocoon of their suits, breathing oxygen, the false sense of security left them with a feeling that was indescribable. There was no fear, no thought as to what might happen if their ...more
At this time of the year my thoughts turn to spring and summer. I’m a warm blooded kind of person. I like it sunny and hot. It means barbeques, cold beers and cool wine. It also means wandering the UK ...more
If you have just received a new kindle,why not download the FREE copy of The Seventh Circle this weekend? Please let others know also. Paul’s new thriller Anarchy is also available on Kindle and his new political thriller is now ...more
Armistice day not only brings a lump to my throat but tears to my eyes. And this year with the centenary coverage, more people than ever have been reflecting on the bravery of those that fought. “Never in the field ...more
It’s an interesting question because, believe me, it’s not for the money. As a small child I loved making up stories and games and I lived in a wonderful world of make believe. At school this translated into writing essays ...more
The heading refers to my liquid intake – not the weather which is far from dry. My New Year’s resolution was not to drink alcohol throughout January. Now bear in mind I am an author and I have a tradition ...more
We are delighted to say that the fifth and final book in the Tears Series is now available on KINDLE. Set in the post war years it is a real roller coaster of a read. As the Cold War rages ...more
Paul is now in the middle of writing THE BIG ONE – the fifth and final Tears book. As his biggest fan I am really looking forward to that. We had a fantastic trip to Hungary and stayed at the ...more