Once it was designing, creating clothes for my loved ones and creative embroidery. Drawing, painting, sketching etc. Then Education followed by spirituality, including meditation. Working in church ministry, especially funeral work.
Now I spend most of my time writing. All my previous experiences come in handy for my books. I'm told I write steamy novels — sorry folk that is pure imagination and reading the best of 'how to' books! But this is what Bob Taylor says about my writing (reviews are elsewhere):
"I've read all four of Hobson's books, and I find that she has a delicate touch when writing about human sexuality. I don't normally read 'love stories', but those that Hobson writes are really interesting from a man's point of view — especially when she explores the male psyche. It's just a little bit... scary... that a female should have that kind of knowledge. She's a gifted and articulate lady." — Thanks, Bob!
DESIRE the US version of Awakening Love - stunning cover - is now available at Amazon.com or the AG Press Book Store
Music
Anything with melody and harmony. Some music goes straight to my heart and I find myself in tears. So at times I tend to avoid it as the emotion is too strong to bear.
Films
I haven't been to a cinema for years as I find it hard to sit for long. But I watch them occasionally on TV:
Adventure, 18th-19th Century costume films of all kinds, Detective - but not keen on gratuitous violence.
Television
Films as above. Some medical dramas. Not the nine o'clock news, A question of sport, Newsnight, Any Questions. Doc Martin type of comedy.
Books
We read a book a week - any genre as long as it is 'gripping'.
Prominent on my bookshelves are my own books:
Awakening Love by Gladys Hobson, Blazing Embers by Angela Ashley, When Angels Lie, all hell is let loose and demons fly! by Richard L Gray,
When Phones Were Immobile and Lived in RED BOXES.
ALL of these are Magpies Nest Publishing from whom books may be ordered.
ALSO AGPress second Editions: Blazing Embers by Gladys Hobson,
When Angels Lie by Gladys Hobson,
Desire by Gladys Hobson,
Seduction By Design by Gladys Hobson (released soon) — These books can be bought at http://agpressma.books.officelive.com/default.aspx) Most books can also be ordered from Amazon.
Books in preparation: Checkmate.
Also available — E-book: When Angels Lie from Mythica Publishing - Amazon, Mobipocket.
OTHER WORKS from Magpies Nest Publishing:
Northern Lights ISBN 0-9548885-5-3 (Nine authors)
"Still Waters Run Deep, stories of hidden depths" Gladys Hobson,
Bob Taylor's poetry book: The Primrose Path and other poems.
To read the first two chapters of all my books and to order most of them (RED BOXES now out of print but second edition soon) go to my website:
http://www.magpiesnestpublishing.co.uk
English books are available from Amazon.UK and for USA Books, Amazon.com
Heroes
Anyone who stands up for justice concerning the world poor and down-trodden
Those who risk their lives on our behalf.
Please visit my blog Badge Of Life and see video
Preferably, go straight to
Badge of Life program at http://www.badgeoflife.com and see video and read about the whole programme.
Gladys Hobson's Details
Status:
Married
Zodiac Sign:
Scorpio
Smoke / Drink:
No / No
Gladys Hobson Looking for inspiration. Great cover for Seduction By Design. Need a cover for Checkmate — the third part of my trilogy and my last novel. Can't see me doing Posted at 16:13 8 Jan view more
Who I'd like to meet: A top publisher who comes along and says: "Gladys, you write great stuff. Please let us publish it! "
Two top publishers would be even better, but I'm not greedy!
And this mystery guy who calls himself Payton L Inkletter at Phoolsparadise.blogspot.com
(We have a battle of words going on. He hasn't stumped me yet!)
I'd like to meet Andrew O'Hara editor of the Jimston Journal and Michael Allen of the Grumpy Old Bookman — alas now retired. Both great guys who have given much encouragement.*********************
The scenery photographs above are mostly of the Lake District — Cumbria UK
Luv ya too, Gladys baby... but I gotta Big Problem looming up in front of me and it's goin' to use up most of my mental faculties for quite a while. But I'll still find time for you while I'm sorting it all out, honey! Even tough guys need a pretty shoulder to cry on now'n'then...
New Years Prayer Thank you Lord for giving me The brand new year ahead Help me live the way I should As each new day I tread. Give me gentle wisdom That I might help a friend Give me strength and courage So a shoulder I might lend. The year ahead is empty Help me fill it with good things Each new day filled with joy And the happiness it brings. Please give the leaders of our world A courage born of peace That they might lead us gently And all the fighting cease. Please give to all upon this earth A heart that's filled with love A gentle happy way to live With Your blessings from above.
My Christmas Wish List ~author unknown A BOX OF FORGIVENESS ~ so I can give to friends A HANDFUL OF TEARS ~ to share with those who feel broken A WARM SCARF ~ to wrap around the hearts of those needing closeness and warmth SOME WARM AND FUZZY GLOVES ~ to share with those needing warm hands ~ loving hands A HEART THAT IS NOT BROKEN ~ for one who believes her heart might be A BEAUTIFUL CLOCK ~ to remind me of the times when I may have over-stepped my boundaries and said more than I should A SOFT AND MELODIC CD ~ that can soothe the spirit when the spirit becomes flawed SOME FALL LEAVES ~ to shower around those wanting the changes for their heart and soul LOVELY CARDS ~ to send to those in need ~ welcoming them to a new day with kindness WRAPPING PAPERS ~ in colors of the rainbow ~ to lift the spirits ~ to cause laughter and insight A BOX FILLED WITH LAUGHTER ~ to send to someone who has not laughed or felt the thrill of joy in awhile A CARTON OF KNOWING ~ so that lifting the spirits of others comes easier and often. I wish for you a very MERRY CHRISTMAS!
In my tradition Yule is upon is. These are the Yule cat's with their gifts for the Goddess. Like the three wise men each of the cats brings her own gift.
hi gladys well think i did not do that well.but do not get to know till jan2010.how are you keeping well i hope,do miss bob on hear hope he will be back soon,do have a lovely weekend ,love and hugs ,mac
Your music is always such a pleasant greeting upon entering your site. An email shall follow with much news and nonsense from across the pond, dear Gladys, and with the eastern winds wishes of good health and smiles!
Sorry I ain't been around for a while but I gotta lotta break-down problems to deal with down here. Think I'll fool around with your profile a little... just before I make it to 66...
hi Gladys some time from my last comments to you so sorry but been working 7days a week,well i have an audition ,Britain has got talent next Sunday,i am singing ,o what a beautiful morning hope i have piked the rig
You say my space, I say your space, what say this space? You are sounding a tad spaced out Gladys, but make sure you occupy a happy space for your birthday!
Be Still The instructions are to pick four people that You want God to Bless right now. I picked you. Please pass this to at least four people you want to pray for and a copy back to me. This prayer is powerful, and prayer is one of the best gifts we can receive. There is no cost but a lot of rewards. Let's always pray for one another. Here the prayer: Father, Thank You for each and every day You have blessed us here on earth. Thank You for Your tender mercies. Thank You for giving us friends and family to share these Internet joys with. I ask You to bless my friends, relatives and those I care deeply for who are reading this right now. Where there is joy, give them continued joy, Where there is pain, give them your peace and mercy. Where there is self-doubt, release a renewed confidence. Where there is need, fulfill their needs. Bless their homes, families, finances, their goings and their comings In Jesus' name Amen
Good Morning! Stopping by to wish you a wonderful birthday. Hope all is well with you. I know I'm a few days early but HAPPY BIRTHDAY! Take care & have a nice day. Hugs, Linda
Sorry I havent been in touch but Ive been busy enjoying the summer, But thankyou for keeping in touch. Well... yes... I,m still dancing and going to the Boot& Shoe we were there on tuesday and of cause Bob stole the shoe with his performing.He has them all up jiving and bopping around they love him.Well we have a lovely sunny day here Gladys so I,m going out to enjoy it later. Give my regards to Ralph & simon take care .
