John D Burns

Ten tips for self-published authors

So, you have a burning ambition to write a book. The idea gnaws a way at you but you keep it secret in [...]

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Old, well known paths are like familiar friends, unchanging, dependable, there for you when you need them. I’ve walked this little path many [...]

November 24, 2017John D Burns 1

I am four years old and fast asleep in my bed at home. Suddenly I am aware of being lifted up. Sleepily I [...]

November 18, 2017John D Burns 2

You find yourself in a remote bothy. Your only meal is in a tin can and you suddenly realise you have lost your [...]

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November 2, 2017John D Burns 3

Around a year ago I posted this post about my new head torch. The light’s fantastic My new head torch seemed incredible bright [...]

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The world is full of giants. They lumber about me and I, at four years, scamper between their legs waiting for the occasional [...]

October 26, 2017October 26, 2017John D Burns 2

I thought I’d share some of the things I’ve learned about self-publishing Why do you want to publish? This might seem an odd [...]

Happy feet are essential if you are going to enjoy your walking. A painter paints with his hands a singer has his voice [...]