Tag Archives: Hugh Roberts

Redecoration #flashfiction #prompt

Posted on Dec 1, 2020 by TanGental

My dear blogging friend Hugh, to be found here, and if you don’t read his blog, do so forthwith, sent me a WhatsApp and in the exchange I said I was repainting the utility. ‘Use it as a prompt for … Continue reading →

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Reading time #book review

Posted on Feb 25, 2017 by TanGental

It’s been a while since I did some book reviews but there’s no time like, well, now. So, with no bleating around the  bush, here we go (note: each heading will take you to the book’s page on Amazon) Porter … Continue reading →

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Hugh Roberts – Author

Posted on Jan 1, 2017 by TanGental

Glimpses is Hugh’s first published anthology and as many others have said, it is an intriguing read. So many of the stories start in familiar settings: a tube journey, the purchase of an Easter bunny, the acquisition of a lipstick, … Continue reading →

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Q is for Queer as Folk #atozchallenge

Posted on Apr 20, 2016 by TanGental

When I arrived in London in 1979, it was a month before the Tories under Mrs Thatcher took power. I’m not one of those who think her terms in office were the worst thing that ever has happened; a Curate’s … Continue reading →

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Who would hurt a fairy?

Posted on Dec 18, 2015 by TanGental

Sticking a fairy atop a prickly pine tree might seem to be the height of cruelty unless you are raising money for the dogs trust. Lovely cuddly Hugh is doing just that, a pound for every topped out Christmas Treetop … Continue reading →

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My Father and Other Liars: Blog Tour week two

Posted on Sep 23, 2015 by TanGental

On the schedule you may have noticed a ‘mystery’ slot. Well, the mystery isn’t really one at all (sorry, for those excited by the anticipation). You see, the delightful Hugh Roberts at Hugh’s Views and News was dead keen to … Continue reading →

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Walking on Sunshine blog hop party – for the Faaaabulous

Posted on Mar 21, 2015 by TanGental

One thing I have found in my ten months of blogging and e-meeting so many diverse people is the variety of ways people help you widen your circle of contacts. It’s like a fantasy cocktail party; as you enter the … Continue reading →

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