The twelve days of the Christmas season are over, and the story has changed. The joyful welcome to the arrival of Jesus from heavenly beings, ordinary farm workers and “magi” from other countries, has been replaced by the story of an insecure tyrant, the murder of babies and the forced displacement of Jesus and his family to another country.

Welcome! I’m delighted you’re here to explore my debut novel Ill Conceived. Writing began as a retirement pastime and has grown into a passion that shapes my daily life. I blog monthly about my writing journey, inspirations from everyday encounters, and the fascinating people I meet through volunteering and community life.