Tag Archives: Ireland

Widow’s Walk by Kenneth Weene

Posted on September 4, 2009 by Dianne Ascroft

Today, as promised, I’ll give you a taste of Kenneth Weene’s new novel, Widow’s Walk. I’ll let the author introduce the book and the excerpt he’s chosen from it. Ken: They came to Boston for many reasons: the Flanagans, the … Continue reading →

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Between The Sheets With Tom Jones

Posted on September 2, 2009 by Dianne Ascroft

I was amazed and pleased last night to find Tom Jones (yes, THE Tom Jones – the Welsh singer and heartthrob for a generation of women)  and I between the sheets! Now, don’t start thinking that my dreams are taking … Continue reading →

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The Cuckoo’s Call

Posted on May 5, 2009 by Dianne Ascroft

On Sunday I heard the cuckoo call for the first time this year. So summer’s really here!  Only a few years ago I wouldn’t have associated the cuckoo’s call with a live bird – just the little figure that pops … Continue reading →

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St Patrick’s Day Around The World

Posted on March 17, 2009 by Dianne Ascroft

HAPPY ST PATRICK’S DAY!!!    It seems that people everywhere, with the slightest Irish connection, are celebrating this week. Besides the traditional pub crawl there are many diverse events on – from concerts to prayer services. And parades seem to … Continue reading →

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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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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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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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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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