Long absence … PhD almost done and dusted … will post again when it’s gone. The memoir manuscript? What? Oh yeah, that’s right … the one this blog is supposed to be about … will get back to it when I finish the semi-final edit of my thesis and work out my referencing and bibliography. There was some action about a month ago – where I edged a little closer to publication … but now another lull. All you creative writers out there … think very carefuly before taking on a PhD in Creative Writing or Creative Research Practice … biggest thing I’ve ever done in my life. If I sound weary, that’s because I am … and I know another long stretch of early mornings is coming up – always the best time to work. Until I’m free …