Why I wrote ‘The Giddy Career of Mr Gadd (deceased)’
I’m delighted to have a guest spot on Linda’s Book Bag, where I explain why I wrote the book. This was part of a Blog Tour arranged very efficiently by Anne Cater. Thank-you, Anne!
Author: Marie Gameson
The Quarrelling Coffins of Barbados
The Quarrelling Coffins of Barbados – Chase Vault If you go to Christ Church in Oistins (on the south coast, about 7 miles from Bridgetown), go through the front gates of the churchyard, turn right, and further up on your right you will come across
One of the best biographies you will ever read
7 facts about Chairman Mao – The Unknown Story In The Giddy Career of Mr Gadd (deceased) some of the characters argue over which 20th century leader was responsible for the most deaths. Winnie says that Chairman Mao’s actions were responsible for more deaths than
When you no longer know someone you know…
The lovely Jenny Kane has kindly given me a guest spot on her website (The Perfect Blend: Coffee and Kane) to talk about why I wrote The Giddy Career of Mr Gadd (deceased). It was tough, but there are no spoilers!
Changing funeral culture in China
Changing funeral culture in China It may seem strange to start a post about the changes to funeral culture in China with a photo from Taiwan, but hopefully when you read this article it will make sense. Tom Williams has kindly let me guest on
Book Launch: The Giddy Career of Mr Gadd
Book Launch: The Giddy Career of Mr Gadd (deceased) Many thanks to everyone for supporting the book launch at Browsers on July 15th. I hope everyone enjoyed the talk on the inspiration behind some of the themes in the book, including Chinese ancestor worship, and, of
Featured on the award winning blog ‘BeingAnne’
Featured on the award winning blog ‘BeingAnne’ “She went in search of history and found her own future. Becky has lost her job and her direction in life so is thrilled when she gets the chance to go to Barbados and research the exiled Monmouth
Conversations with Jenny kane
Conversations with Jenny Kane “Do you model any of your characters after people you know? If so, do these people see themselves in your characters? The self-interested Francesca was based on a neighbour and school classmate of mine in Barbados. (Name changed – of course).