What’s it like, living in a castle? It was fascinating to find out, in conversation with Edward and Maria Wingfield Digby of Sherborne Castle
Author Archives: Jess Morency
Twenty Six Letters: May
I was an English teacher for more than a decade, and these are some of the books I found most inspiring, for both my students and me…
The Back to Front Way of Writing about Place
One of the joys of travelling is reading about the places you’re visiting. Which makes Trip Fiction one of my favourite sites. Here’s a piece I wrote for them about how I create my locations.
The Queen of Colour
I learnt so much from talking to Joa Studholme. Never again will I simply paint my skirting boards white…
Twenty-Six Letters: April
Many different kinds of books in April’s selection…
Omoi-No-Mama
They say never look back; but I think remembering your wedding day(s!) is okay…
Armchair Traveller
It’s wonderful when you discover a hidden gem – through which you can access the world…
The Hezbollah Hiking Club
I’ve always wanted to go to Lebanon. And never more so than after interviewing Dom Joly, who walked the length of it.
Talking to Sir Tim
In the days when I had a different surname, I was privileged to interview Sir Tim Waterstone.
Between the Lines
When I was asked to write a piece for a book blog, this is what came to mind.
Jess Morency 