Scottish Forestry journal Spring2019

I was delighted to have my article about the life of Scottish plant hunter John Jeffrey, and my recently published fictional biography entitled Green Gold, featured in the Spring/Summer edition of Scottish Forestry, the journal of the Royal Scottish Forestry Society. The article highlights the life of Scotsman John Jeffrey,Continue Reading

Last week, while in Edinburgh for the launch of my book Green Gold at the Royal Botanic Garden, I was lucky to be invited to one of Scotland’s leading independent bookshops. The Edinburgh Bookshop is a treasure trove for book lovers, nestling in the heart of the city’s ‘Holy Corner’.Continue Reading

Green Gold social media

My latest book Green Gold was published on 18th April, and it’s been interesting seeing the first reviews. This week I’m looking forward to a number of promotional activities in Scotland.Continue Reading

Green Gold books

Today was an exciting day, which at one time seemed so far away. Advance copies of my first full novel arrived fresh from the printers Clay Ltd. Published by Unbound, Green Gold: The Epic True Story of Victorian Plant Hunter John Jeffrey is available officially from 18th April. Advance copiesContinue Reading

Green Gold: Plants from the travels of John Jeffrey

It’s been longer than six months since I last sent out my regular newsletter following the creation of my latest book GREEN GOLD. I’ve been busy on a number of fronts, especially since the book became fully-funded in September. This issue features include news of the front cover design, final productionContinue Reading

Gift a book patronage this Christmas for a truly unique present

For a limited remaining time, anyone pre-ordering a copy of Green Gold will have their name printed as a Subscriber in the book. You can provide the name of a loved one instead.Continue Reading