Tag: Be Careful What You Wish For

Book Launch at St Buryan – April 2024

It was yet another wild, wet and windy evening as storm Kathleen is on its way. Cassandra, Lorna and I began setting up at the village hall.

 

Cassandra kindly volunteered for wine and chocolate truffle duty

Lorna from The Healing Star is good at making her stall inviting. 

Then people began to arrive…

I find that speaking about my time as Apprentice of the Old Craft comes easily, as there are so many aspects to this work, it is a subject that could continue for hours.

Many think about the magical aspect of Wisewomen work, however you are also tested, physically, mentally and emotionally. This is where power of the mind is developed, an essential strength needed to overcome the tests and obstacles that an apprentice and new member of a community is subjected to. 

I am fortunate however to have genuine friends in my life, particularly Cassandra and others who have been there for me. I now have a strong, supportive group within the Cornwall community after sixteen years of living here. 

Thank you to all who attended my book events over the past two years and special thanks to Lorna at the Healing Star Penzance, for providing the books. Both books are now in stock at her shop for anyone who wishes to buy a copy. 

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Book Launch at Tintagel – March 2024

The twelfth of March was an auspicious day when the second part of my life journey was released. It takes a huge amount of time and effort from an author as well as their publishing company to produce a book. When the day of completion eventually arrives it feels rather surreal!

I was delighted that Blake and Wycke Malliway from Crossed Crow Books were in the area from Chicago and arranged to join me for this event.

Their excitable energy and infectious smiles lift the spirits of those around them. It is a pleasure to be in their company.

Lorna who owns the Healing Star in Penzance has been a constant support, providing books and some of her stock at the events.

A delightful group arrived at the Wooton Inn on yet another wet and windy day. 

One in particular, was the person who invited me to a new development circle twenty-eight years ago when I attended my first psychic workshop.

It was the first time I attended a spiritualist church. I mention her in my first book and was delighted when she moved to Cornwall. It was wonderful to have her there with me.

Others who attended have become good friends over the years and I appreciate their genuine support.

 

 

 

Speaking about my journey and the books I have published flows easily, as I do not see it as a formal talk, it feels more like an informal ‘chat’, encouraging the group to ask questions and make comments whenever they wish. 

Cassandra sat nearby and said that I did splendidly and that she is proud of me. I am grateful for her constant support throughout the last fifteen years. 

After a wonderful afternoon, Blake and Wycke wined and dined Cassandra and I at the Tintagel Brewery Bistro. An evening full of fun and intriguing conversation.

So there you have it, both books are now published.  What an exciting journey it has been!

Both book are available from Crossed Crow Books, the Healing Star and Amazon. 

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Book Signing at the Healing Star Penzance

After a stormy night of gale force winds and rain, today was a little calmer with showers, blustery winds and the occasional appearance of the sun.

It was a pleasure to escape the stormy weather and enter the back room of the Healing Star in Penzance, where ambient music, incense and a happy smile from Lorna welcomed us.

 

Lorna had creatively displayed my book as the photograph from my publicist Francesca had inspired her.

 

 

I didn’t expect many people in this stormy weather, but those who did arrive were a lovely group and we had some fascinating conversations.

My talk about the book was more informal this time, as we conversed about psychic development, religion, Wicca and Folk Craft.

 

It was interesting to meet a lady who had lived in Kent about ten miles from the place I was born. We reminisced about the area and how much it has changed since our childhood

 

At the end of the afternoon, Lorna, Fiona, Cassandra and I updated one another on our lives. Our lovely friend Pam, former owner of the Healing Star was also present, we felt her spirit presence throughout the afternoon.

A huge thank you to Lorna for hosting the event and also to Cassandra for her ongoing support and supplying the photographs.

 

 

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Book Signing in St Buryan

It had been a wet day on the 16th March 2023 and although the rain had moved on, a damp mist had settled over the village that evening. The St Buryan Inn looked warm and inviting with a glowing log stove.

Many of the local residents were in the public bar when we arrived, some of them had planned to attend the event and arrived early.

Sarah and Steve gave us the use of their restaurant room and Lorna from the Healing Star in Penzance brought along her stock of my books and some merchandise from her shop.

Although the event began at 7.30 it took time for people to arrive and settle down with a drink before we could begin. The talk began at 8pm.

I don’t have a strict format for giving a talk, I begin by explaining my reasons for writing the book and let it flow.

My journey has been a fascinating one and my audience listened intently to my experiences and asked questions that raised further interesting subjects.

 

 

After speaking for an hour it was time to sign the books that were purchased.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

All who were there also enjoyed browsing Lorna’s stall.

 

 

So there you have it…. another successful evening.

A huge thank you to Sarah and Steve at the St Buryan Inn, to Lorna at the Healing Star and a special thank you to Cassandra for her support and providing these photographs.

Thank you also to all the special people who attended and supported this event.

Most of all thank you to my publishers Blake and Wycke at Crossed Crow Books for making this possible.

The next Book Signing will be at the Healing Star in Penzance on Friday the 31st of March 2023 at 2pm.

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Book Signing at Boscastle

On the cold, crisp Saturday afternoon of February 25th, we collected Lorna Borrell and the contents for her stall from the Healing Star in Penzance. We then travelled the length of Cornwall to Boscastle for my first Book Signing.

The journey to Boscastle is a pleasurable one, particularly the latter part when you are welcomed by the majestic sight of the cliffs, before descending deeper into the valley and crossing the threshold to the ‘other world’.

Image – West Country Views.

I decided to do host a Book Signing event at both ends of Cornwall so they were more accessible for those who plan to attend. I chose venues with a bar so that attendees can relax in a comfortable setting with their favourite tipple.

Lorna and I had hired out the fabulous Tower Room in the Wellington Hotel for the evening. We dined in the restaurant and had a warming scrumptious meal with a glass of Merlot, before preparing the room.

The Tower Room is a beautiful space. Laura set up her stall and Cassandra positioned her video camera and my camera for still images.

 

 

 

When speaking about my book, I worked spontaneously with no written outline or notes to hand. My personal spiritual journey is one that I know so well. The words flowed and I was able to make a smooth transition from one subject to another.

I suggested that members of the audience ask questions they had during the talk. Waiting until the end means that some may forget their original questions as many aspects of the Craft were mentioned.

Questions from listeners are also helpful as there are some aspects that may need more explanation to gain a better understanding of experiences in the book. I was also able to speak about other experiences that were not included in the book to give more examples.

The time had come for attendees to have their books signed and time to browse Lorna’s stall.

 

After a productive evening we returned to the bar for further conversation and a well-earned drink.

A huge thank you to Lorna of the Healing Star and Cassandra Latham-Jones for their assistance.

Thank you also to those who attended. Your support will be remembered.

My next event will be in West Cornwall at the St Buryan Inn on Thursday 16th of March at 7.30pm.

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