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About journojohnson

I qualified as a journalist in 2002 and after a period working as a freelance for Gloucester Media writing advertorials, interviews, articles and press releases I have gone on to write for lots of magazines and newspapers, both local and national. I write regularly for the Writers and Readers magazine but have also written for CPO's Inspire, the New Writer, Classic Ford, and Take a Break's My Favourite Recipes among many others. I published my first full-length historical novel. Waireka in 2018 and my romantic novella, Alpha Male in 2016. Both can be found on Amazon. Please follow the links on my book page.

Sport, childhood passions and individuality

Posted on March 13, 2024 by journojohnson

This last week, Saturday 9 March, to be precise, I went to watch a football match in London. Queen’s Park Rangers v Middlesborough. Middlesborough is my husband, Angus’ team because he was brought up in the area. It is a … Continue reading →

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What is real love?

Posted on February 13, 2024 by journojohnson

As Valentines Day approaches, some people greet it with joyful expectation to give a card or a gift to a loved one – boyfriend/girlfriend, partner, or husband/wife. Some are also really excited at the thought of sending an anonymous greeting … Continue reading →

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Waitangi Day 6 February

Posted on February 5, 2024 by journojohnson

The Treaty of Waitangi  (Te Tiriti o Waitangi in Maori), was first signed on 6 February 1840 on the grounds of the house of James Busby – a Scottish farmer and politician who was involved in the initial drafting of the treaty. … Continue reading →

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Cuckoo in the nest by Fran Hill

Posted on January 10, 2024 by journojohnson

At the start of a new year when we are all compiling our reading lists either with Goodreads or making our own of the books we would like to read in 2024, I would like to recommend to you one … Continue reading →

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Winter breaks and Christmas celebrations

Posted on December 19, 2023 by journojohnson

Who isn’t keen on a warm winter break at the end of the year? My husband and I went on a cruise around the Canary Islands in November and enjoyed some lovely temperatures in the late 20’s centigrade. Travelling from … Continue reading →

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Benjamin Zephaniah 1958 -2023

Posted on December 11, 2023 by journojohnson

I just wanted to write a very brief post to honour this great poet. He had a real way with words and people. I have at least one of his books and was fortunate enough to see him on stage … Continue reading →

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Stroud Book Blest

Posted on November 8, 2023 by journojohnson

Stroud is an interesting place and a little ‘other’ in the nicest possible way. People aren’t afraid to be themselves and be a little different. This last weekend with both bouts of rain and sunshine, everyone was delighted to see … Continue reading →

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The Cheltenham Literature Festival and a special recommendation

Posted on October 24, 2023 by journojohnson

Seeing Lemn Sissay at the Cheltenham Literature Festival was a real joy, he was such an entertainer. People often stay away from poetry events at literature festivals as they have been put off poetry at school and often find it … Continue reading →

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New Zealand -past and present

Posted on October 10, 2023 by journojohnson

https://www.channel4.com/programmes/jimmy-dohertys-new-zealand-escape My husband and myself have just watched the last part of a 4 part series about New Zealand, with farmer, chef and TV personality, Jimmy Doherty. What was really interesting about this programme wasn’t just the scenery but the … Continue reading →

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Book Launching and Selling

Posted on October 3, 2023 by journojohnson

Launching a new book results in a very busy period, especially if you are self-published and don’t have the backing of a publishing house to promote your new baby. I mentioned my latest book last month before sales really began, … Continue reading →

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