England’s Medieval Festival: August Bank Holiday
If like me you are already thinking about the summer holidays, then here is a date for you diaries. I’ve…
Westward ho! The cowboy novel rides again
I may have spotted a new trend in historical fiction. Well, not exactly new, a revival of an old genre…
Cover reveal: Blood of the Bear (Fire Born 5)
I am very excited to reveal the cover of my forthcoming Viking adventure novel, Blood of the Bear, the fifth…
The very special skills of a historical novelist
Occasionally, in moments of weakness, particularly when I get a big bill or I realised I cannot afford to re-do…
King Arthur: the man behind the myth
I’m best known as a novelist for my series of ten historical books about Robin Hood. But, this year, I…
A few bits of rather good news . . .
I’ve got a new book deal. And I’ve finished the last book in another series. And there are more King…
What I’m writing about this week, #15: The Battle of the Süntel Hills
For the past five years, I have been writing a series of “Viking” novels about my heroes the berserker Bjarki…
Another two Robin Hoods? Yea or Nay
It looks like I might have a little spare time at the end of this year, and it seems to…
A royal invitation from the rightful King of Britain
So, you may already be aware of this, but bear with me. I’m writing a King Arthur saga in short…
In praise of the Passport Office
Nothing in the UK seems to work these days, right? At least that’s been my impression for the past few…