Next week I am going to London for the St Andrew’s Book Festival, where I’ll be speaking about my books at two events. On Thursday 27th November at 6pm I will be reading from “Jofrid Gunn” as part of a poetry showcase at St. Columba’s Church (Lower Hall) Knightsbridge, London, SW1X 0BD. The poetry showcase … More St Andrew’s Book Festival, London
To celebrate the publication of the new softback of my book “Daughters of the North: Jean Gordon and Mary, Queen of Scots”, I will be speaking about my research and writing, and sharing Jean’s story, at a few events. All welcome! JOHN O’GROATSSunday 6th April, 2.30pm, Seaview Hotel. HELMSDALESaturday 12th April, 11am-1pm, Timespan.https://timespan.org.uk/ INVERNESSWednesday 23rd … More Events – April / May 2025
On Saturday 28th October I will be talking about my books and writing at the Saltire Society Roadshow, at the Craigmonie Hotel in Inverness. The Saltire Society’s nationwide Roadshow celebrates Scotland’s culture and creativity, and the event is open to everyone. There will be talks on architecture and literature, and pipe music and song. You … More Saltire Roadshow
The Kessock Ferry Swim 2023! I was so impressed by all the swimmers – a great event organised by charity Àban Outdoor. I have thoroughly enjoyed researching and writing the history of the event over the last few months.You can now buy my booklet telling the history of the event direct from Àban’s ebay shop: … More photos from the Kessock Ferry Swim 2023
Introducing James Fraser, historian and traveller, who lived in the Highlands a century before Culloden. I really enjoyed talking with Professor David Worthington of the University of the Highlands and Islands about his research and his recently-published biography of Fraser. David’s work inspired my poem “Master James Fraser’s History of the Ward Law”, which was … More James Fraser
Jennifer Morag Henderson 