This is the next installment of a series of posts I’ve been writing, following the process of writing a novel from conception through publication and beyond. . I did the next step on Misfortune of Vision (Book 4 of The Druid’s…
This is the next installment of a series of posts I’ve been writing, following the process of writing a novel from conception through publication and beyond. . I did the next step on Misfortune of Vision (Book 4 of The Druid’s…
This is the first installment of a series of posts I’ve been writing, following the process of writing a novel from conception through publication and beyond. Although I’ve already started on the process, I thought it might be interesting to…
I am honored to be a somewhat regular contributor to the Celtic Guide, a bi-monthly publication that carries stories and art from the Celtic world. In June’s issue, I wrote an article based on the theme, Kith and Kin.…
Edinburgh. It is a city of contrasts, and ancient. It is full of beautiful architecture, dark secrets, intellectual giants, and inner stubborn strength. Humans lived in the area for thousands of years. There is evidence of a settlement…
Up along the northwest coast of Scotland, a small group of islands hug the coast. In total, these are called the Hebrides. The Outer Hebrides consist of the Isles of Lewis and Harris (really one island), North Uist, Benbecula, South…
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I am unapologetically stealing the motto from West Virginia to describe County Donegal in Ireland. Yes, they have their own motto, which is “Up here, it’s different.” This motto applies just as well, but it doesn’t convey the sheer lonely…
Some people avoid cemeteries, believing them to be sad, depressing, or just plain creepy. I, however, love cemeteries. I love wandering around in them, looking at the beautiful funereal sculpture, the interesting notes on the headstones, the different ways in…
Happy Autumnal Equinox! Otherwise known as the first day of Fall. Excellent article below on this time of the year. http://belsebuub.com/articles/the-spiritual-meaning-of-the-autumn-equinox Excerpt: The autumn equinox is a mysterious time. it marks an essential passage in the process of enlightenment that…
An excellent post on Scotland’s Haunted Castles by the estimable Carolyn Emerick. http://www.carolynemerick.com/the-archivists-corner/scotlands-haunted-castles **************** Don’t miss information on Celtic myth and history, as well as practical travel planning tips, and hidden places, in my travel books. – Stunning, Strange and…
http://www.theeventchronicle.com/study/vatican-library-puts-4000-ancient-manuscripts-available-online-free/ The Vatican Apostolic Library is now digitising its valuable ancient religious manuscripts and putting them online via its website, available for the public to view for free, as well as turning to crowdfunding to help it complete its work.…
Building a Celtic Roundhouse http://naturalhomes.org/celtic-roundhouse.htm Great article on the actual construction thereof. As a note, roundhouses aren’t specifically Celtic, and they were built before the Celtic peoples were a group (though that’s a bit of a misnomer anyhow) Don’t miss…
The Isle of Skye in Scotland is the largest island in the Inner Hebrides. It has a varied and unique landscape, and is a fantastic place for hiking. It is one of my favorite places in the world, as there is so much to see and do in such a small area.