Monday’s Muse… Ruby Sparks

A quick one today – as I’m short on time. I just saw a lovely, quirky, fun movie and wanted to dedicate this week’s Monday’s Muse to it. It’s doubly relevant because not only is its creativity an inspiration in itself, but …

Monday’s Muse… Golden phrases

This week’s Muse comes straight from the pages of the book I’m currently reading, Hilary Mantel’s Bring Up The Bodies. Being the sequel to the Man Booker Prize Winner Wolf Hall, and shortlisted for this year’s prize in its own …

Monday’s Muse… Spring!

To all my fellow Southern Hemispherians – happy Spring! Today’s post is a tribute to this delightful season, which never fails to make me feel hopeful and inspired. In honour of the occasion, I’ve selected some choice Spring-themed extracts by a few poetic greats. Enjoy! “…Air …

Monday’s Muse… No Cultural Cringe!

You may have noticed a fortnight’s pause on the Monday’s Muse. Had a few things on my plate which I won’t bore you with, but I’m back up and running today with this new muse: Australia beating the cultural cringe. Huzzah! Sounds great huh? Oh, what’s …

Monday’s Muse … Hemingway

Another week, another Monday’s Muse. Haven’t written a review in a little while, I’m aware. I’ve actually got a couple in the pipeline. The books have been read, I’ve just got to grab Time by both legs and pin it down long …