I am indebted to fellow blogger Derrick J Knight for his insightful and deeply considered review of my debut historical novel, Louisa. You can read it on his website: Louisa By Gwen Wilson – derrickjknight, or the transcription below: In the words of Derrick J. Knight... "First of all I must say that this book … Continue reading Exploring ‘Louisa’ by Gwen Wilson: A Review
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Embracing Louisa, an Historical Novel: Reflections on Release
I was numb. We had ridden in the mourning coach all the way from Shipley, up the Otley Road to Undercliffe Cemetery. I could hear the horses' bridles clinking as they pulled in unison, plodding through the soot-blackened slush. Ahead, another team dragged the hearse. I kept my eyes down. I didn't want to see … Continue reading Embracing Louisa, an Historical Novel: Reflections on Release
Celebrating Creativity – Louisa has her say.
Photo courtesy of Sue Bessell What an exhilarating week I've had. In my "spare" time I've been replaying interviews recorded in 2015 - at the time promoting the release of my memoir I Belong to No One - in which I confidently assert my future plans to write a book based on the life of … Continue reading Celebrating Creativity – Louisa has her say.
GWEN WILSON, Author, aka The Reluctant Retiree 