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Memories of Max Bygraves OBE, A Tribute by English Author Peter Carroll

On September 18, 2012, in Guest Writers, Peter Carroll, by Peter Carroll

I was so sad to learn that Max Bygraves has died on 31st August 2012 after suffering with Alzheimer’s disease. His late wife Blossom died of a chest complaint on 24 May 2011 which, after a marriage lasting 69 years, Max really never got over.

A Look at the Past – An Essay by English Author Peter Carroll

On September 10, 2012, in Guest Writers, Peter Carroll, by Peter Carroll

Those of us who have a natural urge to discover just what our forebears got up to and how they lived way back when – often wish perhaps they had not opened the doors to realise the sheer hardship of days gone by.

Next to Godliness – Essay by English Author Peter Carroll

On August 28, 2012, in Guest Writers, Peter Carroll, by Peter Carroll

If I am feeling lost for words or a little bit on the dismal side, I find peace and solitude in the garden. And truly it works every time. Just to sit out there and soak in the beauty of the scene. I feel how fortunate am I to have been gifted with the green fingers that produce the colour, the beauty and the scent of all that grows so profusely come the months of summer.

The Lure of Eroticism in the Modern World – Essay by English Author Peter Carroll

On August 26, 2012, in Guest Writers, Peter Carroll, by Peter Carroll

As an ardent writer. I am always looking for inspiration as I suspect most authors do, looking at the best sellers, wondering what makes them tick. Sweeping the literary world right now are the books written by EL James the first entitled: Fifty Shades of Grey.

Copperhill Books: Doodlebugs & Spitfires – Memories and Short Stories by Peter Carroll

On August 17, 2012, in Books, by Editor

“Doodlebugs & Spitfires” is a delightful collection of memories and short stories written by Peter Carroll, the author of “Queen of Misfortune,” in his trademark poetic and profoundly thoughtful style. Most of his stories, previously published in limited form in local English newspapers, like “Brave New World”, “The Forties Street Tradesmen”, “Doodlebugs”, or “The Christmas of 43” evolve around his childhood in the Northern part of London during and after World War II.

Tibby, My Wartime Cat – A Story by Author Peter Carroll

On August 6, 2012, in Guest Writers, Peter Carroll, by Peter Carroll

Tibby was truly a super cat. A mongrel and mischievous ginger Tom. He was a wartime cat and shared my adventurous childhood. Unlike humans, war cats weren’t affected by food rationing. Birds and mice were always in plentiful supply but we still ensured Tibby had enough to eat Mum regularly managed to pick up scraps from the fishmongers like heads and tails which she boiled in a large saucepan especially used for the purpose. When cooled the contents gelled and kept Tibby going for a week.

Peter Carroll, Paignton Author, Just Published his Second Book, Doodlebugs & Spitfires

On July 23, 2012, in Articles, Wilfried F. Voss, by Editor

Peter Carroll, Paignton Author, has just had his second book entitled Doodlebugs & Spitfires published to compliment his first publication called Queen of Misfortune. His latest is a collection of memories and short stories which include four titles evolving around his wartime childhood in North London and make for interesting and enjoyable reading.

Credit Crunch Blues – Essay by Author Peter Carroll

On May 5, 2012, in Guest Writers, Peter Carroll, by Peter Carroll

In the light of what is now happening in our world and the concerns attributed to it, the credit crunch, repetetive recession and so forth, the warnings come daily now – I truly believe there is good reason for it all and religious or not, someone up there knows exactly the reasons why.

The Writing of “Queen of Misfortune” by Peter Carroll

On March 12, 2012, in Guest Writers, Peter Carroll, by Peter Carroll

When visiting my cousin in Leicester, England, little did I know that her invitation for my wife Daphne and I to join her for a walk in the Bradgate Country Park would lead the way to the publication of my first novel.

Queen Elizabeth in the Garden: A Story of Love, Rivalry, and Spectacular Gardens by Trea Martyn

On February 11, 2012, in Biographies & Memoirs, Book Reviews, History, Home & Garden, Nonfiction, by Editor

Taking a fresh and original approach to the life and reign of Queen Elizabeth I, this book tells the incredible story of her great passion for gardens, and how the two most powerful men in England during her reign fought a decade-long duel for their queen’s affections by creating lavish gardens for her.