Article by Ceri Wheeldon ‘I realised as I was writing my book, what a disappointment I must have been to my parents’ said Michele Hanson when I interviewed her about her latest book, “What the Grown-Ups Were Doing, An Odyssey through 1950s Suburbia” a lovely memoir about growing up in a Jewish family in Ruislip in post-war Britain, when childhood was far more innocent and the absence of TV and computer games encouraged creativity and (more…)
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Article by Ceri Wheeldon We all have that much loved dress tucked away in the back of our wardrobes that we just can’t bear to part with. Apart from any sentimental value it might have- it may just be ‘collectable’ as well. In her book Collectable Names and Designs in Women’s Fashion, Past and Present, Tracy Martin takes us on a trip down memory lane as she explores how events of the day have influenced (more…)
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Article by Ceri Wheeldon Linda MacDonald had always wanted to write a book about bullying, but wanted to write a fictional account. She particularly wanted to explore how being bullied at school could have an impact later in life. The book was put on hold until Linda could think of an appropriate storyline to weave the issue in to. What better time to place her character than at midlife and at a particularly vulnerable crossroad? Linda (more…)
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Review by Fabafterfifty As Mandy approaches 50 she ponders her life and her future- and starts a blog- sharing her ups and downs. From feeling invisible (even to her husband) and dealing with her ‘boomerang kid’ son, Mandy shares her thoughts and feelings with her newfound ‘blog friends’ with a few laughs and surprises along the way. If you yearn for a little more excitement in your life, and feel that even your mother seems to (more…)
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Review by Ceri Wheeldon What do you do if you still feel 25 on the inside, but are aware that as you approach midlife, you haven’t done all the things you set out to do? The life you want may be eluding you so far, but this doesn’t mean that you have to give up on your dreams. Lyndsey’s book takes you through the 8 attitudes of successful mid-life women. For each attitude there are (more…)
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Article by Fabafterfifty Arlene Phillips talks to Fabafterfifty about her new book, Dance to the Musicals, and how dance can be a great way to get fit over 50. How effective is dance as part of a fitness regime for women over 50? Dance is so important for a number of reasons, not just for the physical benefits but also for mental agility. Learning and following a series of steps keeps your brain active and (more…)
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Article by Caroline Carr I’d often thought about writing a book, but decided I didn’t have time. And then, I went through an experience which changed my mind. About 10 years ago, my husband became depressed. He’d always been prone to low moods – but over the years I’d thought little of them, because they’d been balanced by the great fun we had together, and the delight and laughter we’d shared. But things began to (more…)
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Article by Ceri Wheeldon How would it feel to discover that not one, but two of your ancestors had been key figures in big moments in history? I had the opportunity to interview author Kathleen Kent and ask her just that! How did you find out who your ancestors were? I remember my maternal grandmother fascinating me with bedtime stories about a ‘witch’ called with Martha who was hanged for witchcraft, but had no idea (more…)
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Article by Fabafterfifty I love to read and there’s nothing I enjoy more than curling up with a good book. Well now Bowel Cancer UK is asking people to dig out a favourite book and help raise funds . It’s so easy to host a book swap with friends, family or colleagues, get everyone to make a donation and pass on the proceeds to Bowel Cancer UK. Jane Asher is encouraging everyone to participate. Jane (more…)
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Review by Fabafterfifty When Myrtle’s husband of 40 years dies suddenly on his way to work, Myrtle’s whole world turns upside down, not least because of the revelations his death leads to. Rebuilding your life as a widow At 58 Myrtle is faced with rebuilding her life, confronting her past and coping with her guilt. For Myrtle, as well as grief, widowhood brings her a first chance of true happiness and the chance to be (more…)
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