Admit it: you are craving a new pair of winter boots.
And you’re already thinking about blanket scarves… cashmere socks… and comforting apple crumble. Continue reading Diptyque Philosykos
Category Archives: Features
Queen Elizabeth II Photographs in Nairobi
We are deeply saddened at the passing of Queen Elizabeth II.
We thought you would like to see a nice picture story that relates to the Queen. Continue reading Queen Elizabeth II Photographs in Nairobi
Norah Docker Autobiography
Lady Norah Docker was quite a character.
Last year I read Norah: The Autobiography of Lady Docker, ghostwritten by Don Short, published in 1969 by W.H. Allen. Continue reading Norah Docker Autobiography
Shirley Jackson Feature
I have written a feature for The London Magazine on one of my favourite books by one of my favourite writers: ‘We Have Always Lived in the Castle’ by Shirley Jackson. Click here to buy a copy of the brilliant magazine.
The Rabbit Hutch Review
I reviewed The Rabbit Hutch by Tess Gunty for Literary Review. Click here to read it!
Royal Holiday Spots
I have written an article on the holiday spots beloved by royals. Click here to read it.
All About Me! by Mel Brooks Review
When The Producers was released in Sweden, a journalist asked if he could use the film’s original title ‘Springtime for Hitler’. This caught on, and every cinema showing The Producers displayed the original title. It was such a popular decision that from then on, Swedish film distributors decided to put ‘Springtime for…’ before every subsequent Mel Brooks film that played in Sweden. Instead of Blazing Saddles it was ‘Springtime for the Sheriff’, and instead of Young Frankenstein, it was ‘Springtime for Frankenstein’ and so on. Continue reading All About Me! by Mel Brooks Review
The Joy of Car Free Islands
I have written a quick feature on the joy of car-free islands for the Spectator Life. Click here to read it!
Early Morning Riser by Katherine Heiny Review
Jane meets Duncan shortly after moving to Boyne City, Northern Michigan.
Continue reading Early Morning Riser by Katherine Heiny Review
Acqua Di Parma Rosa Nobile
A fine romance!
Pink roses in bloom underpinned by pretty peony and vivid violet accents, the Rosa Nobile perfume is an aromatic wonder. Continue reading Acqua Di Parma Rosa Nobile