Monthly Archives: July 2014

There be good reviews, and there be bad – Jonathan K Benton

Posted on July 26, 2014 by jonathan

There be good reviews, and there be bad, as the pirates would say. A critical review from someone who didn’t like your work is still a good review – carefully considered criticism can be extremely useful. I learn from some …
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I’m scared – Jonathan K Benton

Posted on July 20, 2014 by jonathan

It’s not me for whom I’m scared. It’s my boys. I must believe there’s more good than bad in this world, but sometimes, jeez, it’s hard. Beautiful Alison was murdered by her husband: the media thinks it’s okay to splash …
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Queen, writing and a kind of magic – Jonathan K Benton

Posted on July 14, 2014 by jonathan

I was watching a documentary about Queen and realised that parallels can be drawn between a super group and a great book. Each member of Queen brought their own unique elements to the mix, that when combined, clicked to make …
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I’m feeling inspired – Roger Federer

Posted on July 5, 2014 by jonathan

Roger Federer inspires me. I admire Nadal’s snarling ferocity and Djokovic’s quirky athleticism and sense of humour. Both these players are great ambassadors of the game. But Roger Federer transcends tennis with his magnificent behaviour on and off the court. …
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