Bali - possibly my favourite place in the world. Here's why...

 My latest book begins in Bali. That was deliberate.

I decided I had content I could already use for creating pretty videos with quotes on, potentially have a need to go back, and also I just flipping loved Bali when we went there. 

We tried to decide if we preferred Bali or Thailand and to be honest, I can't call it. Either of them are right up there as the favourites. That will mean trouble for this website and this blog as most of the audience are here for the all-inclusive hotel advice. 

Is that what you are here for?

Kanto Lampo Waterfalls

Rice Fields

Tirtra Emple

Previously, I thought the type of travel one experiences in places like Bali would be too inaccessible for some people, including me. I was wrong. With careful planning, we got to see many exciting places, keep safe and well, and experience things we have never seen before. I'm dreaming about this trip, and I want to share so much more with you in the coming weeks.

For now, let's go on this day trip together around Ubud. 

We explored the top must-see spots in Ubud, Bali with the help from our wonderful driver, Bronso. Let me know here if you want details on how to use his services (not affiliated).

From the stunning Kantolampo Waterfall to the serene Tegalalang Rice Terraces, and the delicious vegan dining at Moksa, this video has everything you need for an unforgettable Ubud adventure. Whether you're after culture, nature, or culinary delights, Ubud has it all. Here are some things you must not miss in Bali when you are in Ubud: Kanto Lampo Waterfall - https://getyourguide.stay22.com/lusherlife/xyy_AXCRVL Tirtra Emple Tagallalang D'tukad Coffee Club - https://getyourguide.stay22.com/lusherlife/TRw_TuWJh3 Please don't engage in the coffee tasting for the Luwak - it's cruel to the animals. Moksa Vegan Restaurant -https://moksaubud.com/ Ketut Liyer House https://booking.stay22.com/lusherlife/PYu4khcwmG

The photos below will help you to picture what we saw, but please watch the video - there are so many tips there too.

I loved taking my character Liesa to Bali again. Did you read the book yet? It's getting a lot of buzz!

There will be a lot more about Bali to come on this website. I hope you decide to go.

I feel there is so much more I want to share with you so soon as I dream about this amazing place. I'm not sure I'll be flying anywhere soon while I write book two of the series, 

Until next time much love

Louise 

Ps: I am currently hoping to organise some author talks - potentially somewhere lovely. I'd love you to come, so I will keep you posted :)

No planes, only Trains this summer.

 Changing planes for trains this summer?

Yes, you aren’t mistaken; I haven't been to many hotels over the summer. This is intentional every summer. It’s too busy to create films and I love the UK in summer too. 

Yet this summer has felt very different as I’ve spent a lot of time reigniting my immense love for music, thanks to my latest book. 

My latest book, The Note I Wrote for You

Long story short - last winter I released a book and this summer I released a spin off (totally different genres!). The latest book is fiction and it’s about a band and a girl. 

Me at Wembley Stadium

So, yes I’ve spent loads of time at festivals and concerts, studying what goes on and how people in a band behave in certain circumstances. 

To be clear, my characters are not modelled on anyone and are very different to pretty much every musician I’ve encountered. 

But this post isn’t about my book as such - but rather about Coldplay. I’ve been blessed to watch them properly, as well as working at Wembley and goodness, studying them and their ethos on whatever film platform I can find. 

These guys are phenomenal and if you haven’t managed to see them live yet, go. 

Coldplay at Wembley

I made friends in the crowd, the stadium, and online, in the process of researching for the book. 

Last year, you know I sadly parted ways with the academic world (many people have lost their jobs) and I took the frightening step into giving my writing the full time efforts I’ve always wanted to give it. 

My twins will testify, I’ve been working like crazy. I have loved this writing journey so far and book sales are looking promising. I would have said it’s the happiest time of my life. Although a recent blip showed me not to get too comfortable, we aren’t out of the trenches but between music, writing and “virtually” travelling around the world this summer, I’m definitely on the right path to where I would like to be. 

I’ll share some more about the artists I’ve seen in another post but I wanted to write this long one about the band who have been my Muse this summer. As I watched them perform a record breaking show at Wembley last night, it felt as if I was writing “The End”. The book is doing well, I’m happier, Coldplay are taking a small break and the research on them has shown me, 100%, I want to keep writing about this (my?) fictional band, travelling around the world with them and creating stories for them to live out. 

Let me know if you’ve read it yet?

Next stop, the radio interview. 

Then it might be time to look at getting on a plane again - where should I go? 

With love always,

Lou xoxo

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