I finally get to share the brand-new cover for my upcoming book, Pontifex Maximus III: The Remnant ! I’ve been sitting on this for a...

Over the next few weeks, I’m going to be sharing photos and stories from my recent visit to the historic papal apartments at Castel Gandolfo. For centuries, this stunning hilltop palace overlooking Lake Albano served as the exclusive summer retreat for reigning popes to escape the heat of Rome. However, in 2016, Pope Francis broke tradition and generously opened these private apartments to the public as a museum. That public access has officially come to an end. Our current H

I recently had the opportunity to visit the stunning Carlisle Memorial Church in north Belfast, and it is truly a magnificent piece of our city's history! Stepping inside, you can't help but be amazed by the incredible architecture and the breathtaking interior. While it has a deeply rich past, what excited me most is its future. It feels like a space brimming with potential—a perfect backdrop and hub for future artists, musicians, and creatives to bring to life. If you love

The statues at the Knock Shrine in County Mayo, Ireland, stand as a masterclass in sacred sculpture by the Italian Lorenzo Ferri. Captured in a brilliant, luminous white, the apparition group beautifully brings the silent vision of 1879 to life. While the entire composition is breathtaking, a fascinating secret lies within the material itself. The figures of St Joseph, St John the Evangelist, and the angels were carved from premium Italian Carrara marble. However, the central

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There is a curious moment that comes before every new book: the pause between thought and action. For some time now, a new story has been quietly taking shape in my mind — fragments of scenes, characters, themes, and questions drifting in and out of view, waiting patiently for their moment. That moment has now arrived. I am about to begin work on a new novel. It has been floating around in my head for longer than I care to admit, gathering weight and substance with each passi

This weekend I was delighted to see that Pontifex Maximus III - The Remnant, topped the Christian Fiction list on Amazon and has become a bestseller. Thank you all for your support, encouragement and reviews. Keep spreading the word that the series is complete - you never know, but someone might consider buying the trilogy as a gift for someone as a Christmas present. No1 - Christian Fiction

Why we feel as though reading is declining when in fact we are reading more than ever before.

Self-publishing has totally changed the game for writers. Instead of waiting around for a publisher to give you the green light, you can...