Getting to say the word “testicles” on live radio has been the highlight of my promotional activities so far. Here’s how a self-confessed quiet author has stepped up to put himself out there recently… Radio Gaga I’m sitting in the studios of a BBC …
Read MoreClear for take-off
It’s almost here…the chance for YOU to be a hero, to get YOUR name in print and to help my publishing dream come true. But a first, a reminder of the basics… What’s this crowdthingymajig again? You mean crowdfunding. Yes, that’s the one. So what …
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Start spreading the news I’m leaving today (well, November) I want to be a part of it (and I will) New York, New York These vagabond (err, running) shoes Are longing to stray Right through the very heart of it (and all 5 boroughs) New …
Read MorePretty in Pink
Having run in t-shirts in all my runs so far, I decided I’d better try some running vests, seeing as they should be lighter and easier to run in. I ran in my charity’s vest in ’98, and had ordered one a while ago but …
Read MoreIt’s the final countdown!
Keeping with the 80’s top cheese theme, I couldn’t resist the reference to the fact that I HAVE ONLY ONE MONTH TO GO!!!! Oh crap. Oh crappity crap. This is getting serious now! Before I’ll know it I’ll be on the plane and the final preparations …
Read MoreMessage to all staff
I’m even further committed now. I thought I’d tell everyone at work so they’d know why I may be hobbling around in the mornings soon, and to let them know about my chosen charity (Dreams Come True). Plenty of encouragement, so I mustn’t let them …
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