In 1978, forty-eight years ago, my parents took the family to the United Kingdom for one year. We rented a house in a small village — Ripley, Surrey — and for one year, I attended a new school, made new friends, and tried my best to adapt to a new culture. I’m not going to lie to you … it was hard. Part 3.
Back in March, I took part in my second conversation with Mark and Joe from the Re-Creative Podcast, during which we spoke about David Cronenberg’s “brilliant work of art,” (my words) The Fly (1986). The show has now been published.
The book signing for The Rise of Oceania on Saturday was wonderful!
In 1978, forty-eight years ago, my parents took the family to the United Kingdom for one year. We rented a house in a small village — Ripley, Surrey — and for one year, I attended a new school, made new friends, and tried my best to adapt to a new culture. I’m not going to lie to you … it was hard. Part 2.
A massive update for you regarding the Monument we are building in London, Ontario — in Byron — to recognize the important contributions of those who have served and are serving …
I will be at Indigo South London on Saturday, 25 July 2026 from 12:00 – 4:00 PM signing copies of A Blanket of Steel as well as previous books in The Rise of Oceania, meeting readers, chatting thrillers and technothrillers, and giving away free swag.
In 1978, forty-eight years ago, my parents took the family to the United Kingdom to live while my dad was on a sabbatical. We rented a house in a small village — Ripley, Surrey — and for one year, I attended a new school, made new friends, and tried my best to adapt to a new culture. I’m not going to lie to you … it was hard.
Here’s a link to my most recent appearance on the Re-Creative podcast:
I had a great time and here are some photos.
