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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.

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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Bible Reflections from a life devoted to the poor

Posted on September 5, 2023 by journojohnson

Hooray, the book Arthur Champion and I have spent a while editing and compiling is released and selling well. I largely did the editing, proofreading and updating and Arthur, very kindly did the work of compiling and publishing. But why … Continue reading →

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Dr Jember Teferra: Bible Reflections from a life devoted to the poor

Posted on August 14, 2023 by journojohnson

So exciting after several years of hard work a box of books arrived yesterday edited by myself, Sheila Johnson, and compiled by Arthur Champion! What a privilege too to be able to showcase such an amazing work, and at the … Continue reading →

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