The Forest Guide
My next work of non-fiction is a guide to Britain’s forests, woods and copses.
I’m keen to hear from woodland owners who would like to register, while the public can also nominate a woodland they would like to see included.Continue Reading
The Wolf, The Walnut and The Woodsman – coming soon
The arrival of the May brings lots of excitement for me as my new novel is coming soon. The Wolf, The Walnut and The Woodsman is available to pre-order from me today, and will soon be available in all good bookshops.Continue Reading
Book Reviewers Wanted
Book reviewers wanted for my new fantasy novel – apply onlineContinue Reading
Natural Tree Ages
I received an interesting query from a reader recently. Where could they find information about the natural lifespan of trees? In other words, how long do trees live under natural conditions?Continue Reading
Nature Premium Campaign
A new campaign seeks to ensure regular time in nature for all children and young people. Please take part …Continue Reading
Make Good at the V&A
Recently, I gave a presentation alongside furniture maker Sebastian Cox at the Make Good symposium hosted by the V&AContinue Reading
Hockney’s Eye
A new book published today celebrates artist David Hockney’s unique eye and experimentation with the technology and techniques of painting. Its publication coincides with a major exhibition in Cambridge at the Fitzwilliam Museum. I had the great privilege of co-authoring a chapter in the book with Editor, Martin Kemp. OurContinue Reading
The Beauty and Challenge of Diversity
Recently I had the pleasure of recording a conversation with longstanding forestry colleague, Jez Ralph, for his inspirational podcast series at Tree Radicals.Continue Reading
I Know a River
A poem dedicated to a special friend, hoping that words inspired by nature will soothe and heal.Continue Reading
RFS Book Club
I had the pleasure recently of talking with members of the Royal Forestry Society’s new book club. You can watch to the full talk here.Continue Reading
Beta-Readers Wanted
Are you a fan of fantasy fiction? Would you be interested in reading and commenting on a draft of my next novel? Find out how to sign-upContinue Reading
England’s National Parks 2.0
England’s National Parks are no longer fit for purpose. Even before the climate emergency, their lack of naturalness is impeding attempts to halt declining biodiversity, but now there is a real urgency to renew thinking towards our 10 National Parks. We need a new version for our National Parks, a version 2.0.Continue Reading
The New Sylva 2021
This weekend I visited my local bookshop to sign a few copies of The New Sylva (2021 edition).Continue Reading