Heart-felt hearty feelings…
Merry Christmas/Seasonal Somethings/Happy Saturnalia etc… to some of the people that enrich my life (in no particular order).
Prue Batten – You are one of the loveliest, kindest, most intelligent, imaginitive, thoughtful people I could ever have hoped to meet.
Poolagirl – On a similar note, you are an inspiration and a fantastic human being, who I feel privileged to call friend.
Sparky (Dave) – one of my oldest friends and always at the centre of my social world. Good luck this year with everything!
Gordon Doherty – On my writing journey, you appear to be the closest thing to my doppelganger. I love that!
Parmenion (Robin) – A generous, wise and warm friend and a man who commands so much respect I barely dare mention it!
Bluesleepy (Karyl) – you have become a close friend, despite the distance between us, and I love you and your family.
Nick Britten – Only met you recently, Nick, but it already feels like I’ve known you for years.
Kate (WDW) – Similar. It would feel odd to go back to a time when we weren’t exchanging oddity.
Mark & Diane Grahame – Again, recent friends via Twitter, who I hold in very high esteem.
Rich and Rona - Love you guys and your family. As a Yorkshireman, that’s an earth-shaking compliment to Lancastrians…
Ben Kane – Who’s been a friend and a help on my journey this exciting year, and who I would love to spend a night in an Irish pub with!
Tony Riches – A great writer and a genuinely fun and nice guy.
Doug Jackson – A man who is an inspiration to me, since he started from a similar position, and is a literary landmark for me.
Giles Kristian – A man who only recently came to my attention, but your sheer personality taunted me into buying your books!
Ruth Downie – Not only a lovely and friendly and generous lady, but a hell of a writer too!
Alun Williams – Another recent friend through twitter, and a man I already count among my good mates.
Lin Stebbings – A woman whose knowledge of ancient Egypt appears unrivalled, and to whom I am indebted.
Jules (Julie R) – Who had been a close friend and responsible for much of my success from square one.
Tony Armitt – A good northern man who I feel privileged to count among my close mates.
Rob Brooks – Another great friend who I feel the need to meet socially very soon.
Carole Raddato (did I spell it right without checking?) – You are a kindred spirit, which is a rare thing.
Bren and Sue – Two of my longest-standing friends who I have overflowing love and respect for.
Rupe & Lenny – My little boy’s Godparents. That should be enough to say it all.
My family and in-laws – My support, loves, hopes, dreams, origin, friends, and more. You are all wonderful.
My lovely and astounding wife Tracey – Words fail me. You are my life.
My little boy Marcus who is the vessel of my love and hopes, along with his new sister Callie (aged 2 days)
Victrix… my first friend in writing land… you’ll always be my own personal Sage and Oracle.
You humble me with your kind words…
Greetings, wishes and all things good and safe to you, Tracey, little legionaire Marcus and the tiny zephyr that has just blown in, Callie. Here’s to 2012 for us all.
mesmered
December 24, 2011 at 11
2012 is already full of promise, my dear. Love to all in Taz land
SJAT
December 31, 2011 at 11
Sweet and kind, Simon. I am so honored to be part of your fabulous journey. Blessings, my friend.
Poolie
December 25, 2011 at 11
You are my cap’n, don’t forget
SJAT
December 31, 2011 at 11
Merry Christmas, Si! I love you and your little family. I am so fortunate to have such a great friend across the pond. Congratulations on your newest addition, Callie!! May 2012 bring you even more blessings.
bluesleepy
December 25, 2011 at 11
Soon… soon we will meet and drink beer together. Love to all
SJAT
December 31, 2011 at 11
One day, Si, I am going to meet you in person. You are so genuine. Not just because of today’s blog, but it shows in your books and correspondence as well. I wish you and your family the very best for the coming year. And I know I can speak for all of the above mentioned folks that we are anxious to hear news of the next little Turney. Take care my friend! Love, Jules
PS: Marius Mules’ 3 is truly, truly grand. Almost finished. It is always a sad time as I come to the conclusion of one of your books! Thankfully, they are in a series.
Red Sonja
December 26, 2011 at 11
You certainly are going to meet me in person. I relish the thought. Yay
SJAT
December 31, 2011 at 11
I know you wanted to keep your message to me private….LOL. I’m so happy for you….a son and a daughter, a lovely wife and a writing career ready to explode! You are ending 2011 with a huge amount of blessings. May 2012 be even bigger and better and more exciting!
Terri T.
December 26, 2011 at 11
Aww Terri. I count you among my great friends. I hope you have a great New Year and a fab 2012
SJAT
December 31, 2011 at 11
PS: Callie is such a lovely name. Congratulations! Jules
Red Sonja
December 27, 2011 at 11
Thank you, my dear
SJAT
December 31, 2011 at 11
Thanks Simon, I’ll take your very kind words into the New Year with me. All the best for 2012!!
Douglas Jackson
December 30, 2011 at 11
And to you, Doug. Look forward to your 2012 releases, since you’re one of my fave authors!
SJAT
December 31, 2011 at 11