February 2023 reads
A superb read about wartime emigres making new lives and the pervasiveness of authoritarianism, plus a lot of posh people being self-absorbed.
January 2023 reads
Charming characters, failed romances and brilliant wit. But a giant gets the chop.
My 2022 reads
In 2022 I mainly focused on classic thrillers, as part of learning the craft for my current work in progress.
What is fascism?
There are grave concerns about some of the political discourse in western nations. We must identify patterns and warnings from the past to better shape our future.
Do we need a new word for fascism?
We need a new word to describe what the old word 'fascism' describes, because many people don't understand the word anymore.
Turkish Breakfast
A nice treat for weekends, giving a fresh and healthy start to the day.