S.W. Lothian's Blog, page 41
August 4, 2012
‘appy Kids
The explosion of Apps over recent years has been incredible and there is a huge range of them about. They’re cheap, fun and easy to find. There’s even plenty of them around that are free. Compared to xBox/PS3/Wii games, they are such good value for money (well, not all of them). As a parent I’m [...]
August 3, 2012
The Long Pause of Writing
I’m currently headlong into writing the third book of The Quest Series (The Fallen Pharaoh) and I’m really enjoying the process. I have a great plot embedded in my imagination and it’s very difficult to focus on anything else. The words are flowing freely and I’m getting caught up in the excitement and pace of the [...]
August 1, 2012
Prelude to the Past
As the dust and smoke from the explosion was blown away by the wind, the obelisk began to sway and tilt in the direction of the group. Rani, JJ, Linc, Mau and the Egyptian boy could see the giant obelisk starting to fall toward them. Running as fast as they could the group had a [...]
July 29, 2012
The Fantastic Flying Books of Mr. Morris Lessmore
Hiya, This is just a quick post to let you know that I’ve added a new link to my MOVIE TRAILER page. This short film won an Oscar and is one of my favourites. It’s lengthy (15min) so the best idea is to get a coffee and settle down to enjoy it. THE FANTASTIC FLYING [...]
July 28, 2012
Let the games begin …. Thanks Your Majesty.
This was one of my favourite parts of the Opening Ceremony. I think it shows the Queen has a great sense of humour, and she’s a good sport.
July 25, 2012
My review of Titan’s Curse (Percy Jackson #3)
TITAN’S CURSE (PERCY JACKSON #3) by Rick Riordan **** 4 Stars Goodreads Blurb It’s the last Friday before the winter holidays but Percy Jackson isn’t at school: he’s battling the fearsome Manticore (half human, half lion), which in itself isn’t ideal . . . but with Annabeth missing and the goddess of the hunt held captive, things [...]
July 19, 2012
My review of Gasparilla’s Treasure
GASPARILLA’S TREASURE by Scott Clements **** 4 Stars Goodreads Blurb Trip Montgomery has no idea what is in store for him when he finds the dusty old trunk hidden under the floorboards in his mom’s attic. The trunk reveals a series of mysteries that send him on the greatest adventure of his life. Will [...]
New Kids Movie Trailer – Madagascar 3 – Europe’s Most Wanted
Hiya, This is just a quick post to let you know that I’ve added a new kid’s movie trailer to my MOVIE TRAILER page. MADAGASCAR 3 (2012) If you liked that, then click the MOVIE TRAILERS link at the top of this page or click on the MOVIES category in the right hand margin to [...]
July 16, 2012
The Great Goodreads Shelve-me To-read Giveaway Winners are…
The Great Shelve-me To-read Giveaway winners Thanks to all Goodreads members who shelved my books as ‘to-read’ during the promo period. The winners were scientifically and randomly drawn from a hat by my two children (they were quite excited to be helping with the promo). AND THE LUCKY WINNERS ARE …. Sandra, Michael, Catherine, Leslie, Laura [...]
New Kids Movie Trailer – Hotel Transylvania
Hiya, This is just a quick post to let you know that I’ve added a new kid’s movie trailer to my MOVIE TRAILER page. HOTEL TRANSYLVANIA (2012) If you liked that, then click the MOVIE TRAILERS link at the top of this page or click on the MOVIES category in the right hand margin [...]
