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Philip Spires

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in Wakefield, The United Kingdom
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I was born in Wakefield, West Yorkshire in the United Kingdom and grew up in Sharlston, then a mining village. After London University I lived in Kenya. Then I taught in London before moving to Brunei and then the UAE. Since 2003, I have lived in Spain. My books, Mission and A Fool's Knot, are African novels set in Kenya, and examine how people cope with social and economic change.
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Philip Spires Hello. Good question. In fact, I wrote two African novels! I spent two years as a volunteer teacher in rural Kenya in the 70s. As ever, I kept a commo…moreHello. Good question. In fact, I wrote two African novels! I spent two years as a volunteer teacher in rural Kenya in the 70s. As ever, I kept a commonplace book. It's not a diary, but it is something between a workbook and a scrapbook. Some of the stories I recorded came together as a plot and I did want anyway to write something about culture and identity. The Spain residence came some years and three other countries later. (less)
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I have sent a few comments on your work. There is one section I find truly evocative. If the MS Word file is a problem, d let me know.
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Hello Shakti
I have sent a few comments on your work. There is one section I find truly evocative. If the MS Word file is a problem, d let me know.
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A Fool's Knot

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A Search For Donald Cottee

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Uminya_marvel I'm surprised you invite me, thank you. I recive your request on June 18, it's your b'day, isn't it? So .. Happy b'day for you, wish U always in happiness ..


Best wishes ..


for-much-deliberation  ... Nice to meet you Philip
Thanks for the request!!


message 12: by Raditya

Raditya Thanks for the friend invite Philip.
Such a modest men from Britain, you look so wise with that beard.
Very nice to know you father.
What a great experiences, nobler y.
Peace!


message 11: by Ed

Ed Thanks for the friends invite, Philip. Best for your books. Have a great week.

Ed


message 10: by Roger

Roger Cottrell Hi Philip.
Your books look fascinating and I will definitely be checking a few out. I spent a bit of time in the Middle East myself (Egypt, Tunisia, Bahrain) but never Africa south of the Sahara - yet!
Thanks for the "add" as they say on Myspace and talk soon.
Roger


message 9: by Beth

Beth Hi Philip,
Thanks for befriending this mystery author!


message 8: by Lee

Lee Thanks for being my goodreads buddy, Philip!

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Sanaz hi philip Thanks for the friend invite.


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Ilyn Ross Hello Philip,

How are you? Thank you for being my friend.

Please visit these groups when you have a chance: “Happy & Brainy Group” and “To the Glory of Man”.

Have a wonderful day. Best regards.






The Book Posh Thanks for the friend invite! More books for me to read and learn from. So many books, so little time...


message 4: by maria

maria Hey there,Philip
Thank you for add me as your friend.
It`s my honor to be in your friends list.
Best regards
Maria


Jeannie Faulkner Barber Hello there young man! Wow Phillip, what an interesting bio. I'd love for you to visit my web site, jeanniebarber.com. I'm a novice writer so feel free to make any kind of suggestions, ideas or thoughts to correct it. I’m co-authoring a novel with Patty Wiseman, another friend on Goodreads. We’ve known each other for over 30 years. While you're there, please sign the guestbook, too! There’s also a link to our book you can click on…clairkelley@synthasite.com. This site is brand new and in the editing stage as is our story. Please visit it as well. We’re both very green, but we’ve met so many people on this site willing to reach out and offer advice or a guiding hand.
Blessings,
Jeannie




SassyMama Hey, Philip...thanks for the invite into your circle of friends...Congrats on your novels...wish you much success with your future writings...looking forward to sharing chats, reviews and any/all recommendations...have a blessed weekend...Happy Reading & Writing :-)


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