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Book giveaway for World Book Day

Posted on March 4, 2009 by Dianne Ascroft

World Book Day is celebrated tomorrow in Britain and Ireland. Since one of the aims of the day is to encourage children to read, I will tell you about some books that feature children as the main characters. They are … Continue reading →

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Great New Book Site for Readers and Writers

Posted on February 21, 2009 by Dianne Ascroft

Where has February gone?! It’s almost the end of the month and I’ve rarely been here at all. I seem to have done more reading than writing this month. And I’ve still only made a small dent in my reading … Continue reading →

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Groundhog Day – Has anyone seen him yet?

Posted on February 2, 2009 by Dianne Ascroft

I guess I have a few hours yet to wait – until sunrise in Canada. But why am I waiting for sunrise in Canada when I live in Fermanagh? Because I need to know what the groundhog will do.   … Continue reading →

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Vulpes Libris Review

Posted on February 1, 2009 by Dianne Ascroft

This week Vulpes Libris, in their review of my novel Hitler and Mars Bars, describes the book as a “quirky but ultimately winning story” that “captures the essence of post-war rural Ireland quite beautifully”. Read the full review at http://vulpeslibris.wordpress.com/2009/01/30/hitler-and-mars-bars-by-dianne-ascroft/

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A belated Happy New Year 2009 from Ireland

Posted on January 15, 2009 by Dianne Ascroft

January, the first month of the New Year, is a time of reflection for many people. My birthday also falls this month so, for me, it’s doubly so. In January I have the milestone of another year added to my … Continue reading →

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Last week of Hitler and Mars Bars Virtual Tour

Posted on December 22, 2008 by Dianne Ascroft

I don’t know where the last 2 months have gone. It’s been so busy – and so much fun – on virtual tour with Hitler and Mars Bars. I’ve lost count of how many interviews I’ve done and I’m amazed … Continue reading →

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I found a Christmas gift for every day of the year

Posted on December 20, 2008 by Dianne Ascroft

What do Brian D’Arcy  and I  have in common? I’m sure you’ve never given this any thought before and don’t have a clue…You probably aren’t interested either but I’ll tell you anyways….We are both awed by Glenveagh National Park  in … Continue reading →

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Asda or Tesco? Where’s the best place for books in Enniskillen?

Posted on December 19, 2008 by Dianne Ascroft

It’s Tesco’s in Enniskillen on Saturday, 20th December, between noon and 4pm. That’s where you’ll find the Fermanagh Authors’ Association  selling the newly published Fermanagh Miscellany 2 as well as members’ own works. If you’re looking for a unique Christmas … Continue reading →

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The Penultimate Week of Hitler and Mars Bars tour!

Posted on December 15, 2008 by Dianne Ascroft

Last week was a busy one for Hitler and Mars Bars book tour with something on every day and more than one stop on a couple days. This week we will slow the pace down a bit. I’m doing a couple interviews … Continue reading →

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Week 7 may be the busiest one yet!

Posted on December 8, 2008 by Dianne Ascroft

Week 7 of Hitler and Mars Bars Virtual Book Tour may be the busiest one yet as I have a couple stops each day on Tuesday and Friday. Every day this week I will be dropping by somewhere.  Last week was a … Continue reading →

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