North East England's summer light is just about to get a bit darker!

The North East of England is a beautiful place. It is full of green fields, amazing cities and so much to do. I love living in the North East but it is just about to get darker. I am writing a detective novel based in the heart of the City of Durham where there is a killer on the loose!

The detective and his faithful sidekick are on the case and they are looking to catch the killer and save the day. It will be dark in places but will also show the light and beauty of the city of Durham in the surrounding areas. I am hoping to capture the juxtaposition between the dark and light and really bring this to life.

I am looking for funding for this novel through my Kickstarter campaign.

In return for funding I am offering some great opportunities for people to actually give some of the characters a name and to give them some characteristics. You can help to develop the book and be an integral part of the writing process. I am looking for-

• The detective that will solve the crimes and save the day
• The sidekick - the 2nd detective that makes a vital breakthrough in the case
• The killer, the murderer that is running wild on the streets of Durham
• The victims that are killed by the murderer and have their own back-stories as well

I am also offering some unique memorabilia with this Kickstarter campaign such as the chance to own the notebook that I use to gather all my information and thoughts and on-location photos and updates from the city of Durham.

Check it out at-

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/2070524716/you-can-feature-in-my-detective-novel-based-in-dur?ref=user_menu

North East England is a great base for a ferry trip to Amsterdam

The North East of England has a great deal to offer itself but it can also be an ideal base to explore other parts of the UK or further afield. You can get a ferry to Amsterdam or enjoy a mini cruise to Amsterdam from North Shields. It is an overnight service so you leave in the early evening, enjoy the food, drink and entertainment that the ferry to Amsterdam has to offer before sleeping the night and arriving at around 9.30 am the next morning. With daily ferries, it is a great way to visit Amsterdam!

This is the view as the ferry leaves the terminal and it is just the start of a relaxing way to visit the continent. You can enjoy the views, watch one of six movies shown on the way, eat in one of the many restaurants on offer or have a drink in one of the bars. When you reach Amsterdam there is so much to do.

The canals of Amsterdam are great-

There are many museums to choose from from the beauty of the Rijksmuseum and the Rembrandt Museum to some of the more ridiculous offerings that Amsterdam is famous for. The city of Amsterdam is one of many pleasures for the traveler whatever they are looking for. There is something for groups of friends, young couples, families and those a little older looking for some culture. It is something that everyone should try after a trip on a ferry to Amsterdam.

Give it a go!!!