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One Hundred Years On – Private John Rimmer

Posted on November 11, 2014 by Dianne Ascroft

I deplore war but I believe it is valuable to remember past conflicts and learn from them. And the people who endured them should not be forgotten either. Today, one hundred years on, I wish to remember my great-uncle, John … Continue reading →

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Fermanagh Miscellany 2014: A Decade Of Turmoil

Posted on October 30, 2014 by Dianne Ascroft

Last week Fermanagh Miscellany 2014: A Decade of Turmoil, an eighth collection of writings by members of Fermanagh Authors’ Association, was released as an ebook. The print edition of the book sold out very quickly when it was released last … Continue reading →

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A Captivating Novel of Corsica Explored

Posted on October 28, 2014 by Dianne Ascroft

This summer I read a wonderful historical novel set in Corsica, The House At Zaronza by Vanessa Couchman. I’ve always wanted to visit this island so I soaked up the scenery and atmosphere as I read. I was also completely … Continue reading →

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Lord Esterleigh’s Daughter Q & A

Posted on October 23, 2014 by Dianne Ascroft

Today I’ve invited Kathy Fischer-Brown to Ascroft, eh? to tell us about the beginning of The Serpent’s Tooth trilogy. Welcome, Kathy. Let’s get started, shall we? Tell us about your novel. KFB: Lord Esterleigh’s Daughter is the first book in … Continue reading →

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The Paradise Tree Q & A

Posted on October 17, 2014 by Dianne Ascroft

Today Elena Maria Vidal is visiting Ascroft, eh? to answer a few questions about her new novel, The Paradise Tree, a story of Irish immigrants who arrived in Canada during the  late 1800s and built a new life in the … Continue reading →

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A Debut Novel Q&A: The Good Doctor

Posted on October 14, 2014 by Dianne Ascroft

Today I’ve invited John Eliot to visit Ascroft, eh? to tell us a bit about his new novel, The Good Doctor. Welcome John. Let’s get started, shall we? Tell us about your novel. JE: My novel, The Good Doctor, is … Continue reading →

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Richard H. Hardy and The Infinity Program

Posted on October 10, 2014 by Dianne Ascroft

Today I’ve invited novelist, Richard H. Hardy to join me on Ascroft, eh? to answer a few questions about his recently released novel, The Infinity Program. Welcome Richard. Let’s get started, shall we? Tell us about your novel. RH: The … Continue reading →

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Relishing Revenge and Retribution

Posted on September 15, 2014 by Dianne Ascroft

I recently received a copy of Revenge and Retribution by Anna Belfrage in exchange for an honest review. It’s number 6 in an eight book timeslip historical fiction series set in the seventeenth century. This is the second book I’ve … Continue reading →

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Liv Thomas Knows Two Heads Are Better Than One

Posted on August 19, 2014 by Dianne Ascroft

Several months ago I read a heartwarming and engaging novel, Beneath An Irish Sky, and I enjoyed its fresh take on Irish society and life. The novel is written under the pen name Isabella Connor. Isabella is actually two authors, … Continue reading →

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Without A Word Of A Lie, I Loved Lies Told In Silence

Posted on August 11, 2014 by Dianne Ascroft

Recently I had the pleasure of reading Lies Told In Silence by M.K. Tod. It’s a well written, poignant novel and as I read I lost myself in the story, not even bothering to make notes for my Historical Fiction … Continue reading →

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