It was a perfectly normal day in Dentonville. The roads were empty, traffic parked up exactly as it had been the day before, and the day before that. The weather was average, a bit cold, overcast, but dry; autumnal but okay- well no one was complaining about it anyway, and they were all still wearing … Continue reading Zelda’s Baby by May J Panayi
Where does Health come from? Of course you think you know the answer. Health comes from eating well, no smoking, plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables, regular exercise and all the rest of it. But I am not talking here about that aspect of health. Instead, I am looking at where the word came from. … Continue reading In Search of Health
Andrew Cartmel is the author of the deliciously devious Vinyl Detective novels, as well as a popular writer of comics, including the cult hit Rivers Of London, but has also been a journalist, script editor, and familiar face about conventions for some time. May I begin by asking about the Vinyl Detective books? Would … Continue reading Interview with Andrew Cartmel . Interviewed by Tom Hodden
Compared to the early years of the twenty-first century, the pace of life was slower in the 1950s and, you could argue, we were more in tune with the rhythms of the day and the rhythms of the seasons. Domestic duties shaped the housewife’s week – washing, cooking, cleaning, etc and it is worth noting … Continue reading The 1950s by Mansel Jones
In the October issue, you learned about Baba Vanga (1911–1996), a clairvoyant and znahar, a woman who heals with herbs and possibly a little magic. Many people say these women obtain their ability from a saint, angel, or Samodiva (woodland nymph). Vanga’s relative’s, however, said her power came from the healing mineral springs where she … Continue reading Healing Volcanic Springs by Ronesa Aveela
You are a triathlete. What is a triathlete? A triathlete is someone who competes in three disciplines. For example, a 1.5km swim, 40km cycle and 10km run - consecutively. That sounds like hard work. Why do you do it? I love it! And it gives me a sense of achievement. If there is a deeper … Continue reading Training, Tenacity and Triumph – Becoming a Triathlete by Daniela Jones
Through her looks and life story, Gene Tierney has provided the inspiration for two of my characters – Ann Morgan in my 1944-5 Ann Morgan Mystery Series and Dana Devlin in my forthcoming Sam Smith Mystery Series novel, The Devil and Ms Devlin. Therefore, in appreciation of Gene Tierney’s life and career, I decided to write … Continue reading Gene Tierney by Hannah Howe
