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Magical Objects and Hidden Shoes

Posted on February 5, 2018 by susancarey

During a visit to Yorkshire Sculpture Park last year a print by illustrator, Alice Pattullo caught my eye. The picture was entitled, ‘Apotropaic Devices For the Home.’ I wasn’t sure what apotropaic meant, but the mirror-image china dogs triggered a … Continue reading →

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Foreign Encounters: A New Anthology from Writers Abroad

Posted on October 24, 2012 by susancarey

Cover designed by yours truly with the help of Wordle and fellow writer Doreen Porter. Online writing group Writers Abroad are proud to announce the publication on Wednesday 24th October of their new anthology, entitled Foreign Encounters. An encounter can … Continue reading →