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Camelot – Possible Locations of the Legendary Court

There is still a debate among scholars about whether or not King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table really existed. The legends portray him as a great warrior and respected king leading Britain in the defence against Saxon invaders in the 5th or 6th century. The stories claimed that he kept court at… Read More

Super Humans – Incredible Abilities that Manifest among Ordinary People

Books, films and television series about people with above average skills are incredibly popular sources of entertainment. Many of us believe that these extraordinary abilities are unattainable, but it changes the way we view ourselves when they seem to manifest among the seemingly ordinary in the population. 1. The Human X-Ray – Natasha Demkina was… Read More

Exploring Edinburgh Castle – The Royal Tunnels

Edinburgh Castle was erected at the top of Castle Rock (an extinct volcano), during the reign of David I in the 12th century. Until 1633, it was mainly used as a home for Scottish royalty. By the time the 17th century came around, however, the function of the castle had changed to a military barracks,… Read More

Unidentified Flying Objects – Sightings in the UK

UFOs are, more often than not, dismissed as natural occurring phenomenon, misidentified satellites or aircrafts. At other times, it is impossible for them to be considered anything other than alien vehicles, and many reported sightings reveal the strange activity that occurs in their presence. Like many other countries, the United Kingdom has regular reports of… Read More

Extra-Terrestrial Life – Signs that have Fallen to Earth

Human beings are always asking questions and exploring the planet that we live on. Our curiosity is not just limited to the earth, however, but extends beyond our solar system and includes as much of the universe that we can imagine. This explains our constant search for life on other planets and prompts us to… Read More

Apothecaries – Doctor and Pharmacist Combined

The study of herbs, plant properties and nature as our medicine cabinet has always interested me. To try and make the The New Savants series as authentic as possible, some of the herbs and plants they use to tip their Sicari darts or use for healing properties are taken from the real world. Apothecary has… Read More

Traditional Blowpipes – Using Skill and Patience in Ancient Hunting Methods

First made in the Sarawak native tribe, a traditional blowpipe is also known as the sumpit. They were originally used as hunting tools and weapons of warfare. Even though they still make an effective hunting tool, the more common modern uses are as props in traditional dances or for decorative purposes. Making a traditional blowpipe… Read More

The New Savants: Audio Book

The New Savants: Surge of the Red Plague is now available as an audio book. You can listen to an except by watching the video below, or download a copy today by visiting amazon.    

Savants – Extraordinary Intellect in Unexpected Circumstances

People with mental disabilities often find it difficult to function in the same way as those without one. Simple activities can require a significant effort, and conditions such as autism limit their communication and interaction abilities. This does not necessarily extend to all areas of their lives, and in many cases there are people with… Read More

Cleopatra’s Needle – An Egyptian Obelisk Living in Central London

If you’ve read my latest book, The New Savants, you will know that much of the book is based in London, mainly in the London Underground. However another important landmark also features – Cleopatra’s Needle. Here’s the story behind the needle. Situated close to the exit of the Embankment Underground Station is one of the… Read More