Donavan HallFree autographed copy of 1984The next morning Alice asked who it was that was sleeping on our couch. “That’s George Orwell,” I said. “I ran into him on the way back…2 min read·Feb 24, 2017----
Donavan HallMonday“I’m still going to keep writing the blog,” I said to Alice. “It’s important for me to stay connected with my audience.”2 min read·Feb 21, 2017----
Donavan HallMount Holly, 12 JulyDear Karl Ove, This World Cup is about over. How quickly it all has gone by! I can say that now that the end is almost here, but then I…5 min read·Feb 20, 2017----
Donavan HallMount Holly, 11 JulyDear Karl Ove, Our day trip was to Chester where there was an excellent little bookshop called Misty Valley Books. What I like best about…4 min read·Feb 19, 2017----
Donavan HallScrambled brains and cheeseSince finishing Home & Away, my little book about the 2014 World Cup, I’ve been thinking about what project to work on next. But making a…3 min read·Feb 19, 2017----
Donavan HallMount Holly, 10 JulyDear Karl Ove, We’ve arrived in the Green Mountain State. This morning, I’m writing at the dining room table in this large house we’ve…4 min read·Feb 18, 2017----
Donavan HallSaturday“This is good coffee this morning,” I said to Rachel. I’d gone down to the Clair de Lune with my notebook and plans to do some writing.5 min read·Feb 18, 2017----
Donavan HallSaint-Nicolas, 9 JulyDear Karl Ove, I was German for a day, or only for ninety minutes perhaps. Four goals in seven minutes? Crazy! Five-nil Germany at the…3 min read·Feb 17, 2017----
Donavan HallSaint-Nicolas, 8 JulyDear Karl Ove, What an interesting letter you sent. So much to think about. I’ve read it through twice now and given myself some time to…7 min read·Feb 16, 2017----