Ellen Dean - Author

Sue Who? Book Launch

beautifulstrangers@ellendean.co.uk (Ellen Dean) — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 07:41:34 PST

Sue and I swapping signed copies.Last night Sat Nav, my niece Amy, and I were guests at the launch of Sue Bulmer's debut novel entitled Sue Who? at The Black Horse, Swainby, North Yorkshire Sue Who? is based on Sue's own life experiences from her childhood in the East End of London, to becoming a fashion model and successful business woman. Sue describes her book as the 'Life and Loves of a 60's

Anita Atkinson - Firewalk Wolsingham Club 2009

beautifulstrangers@ellendean.co.uk (Ellen Dean) — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:05:14 PST

The video says it all! What a night to remember, the 5th November!

Masham Music Society - Masham Arts Festival 2009

beautifulstrangers@ellendean.co.uk (Ellen Dean) — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 04:05:39 PDT

Can you spot Sat Nav and my niece Amy?It was Amy's public debut with the Society . . . and I have to say she was brilliant (not that I'm biased, of course!) Sat Nav was brilliant too!As part of Masham Arts Festival the Masham Music Society performed in the Home Grown Concert on Sunday night in St Mary's Church. They sang two songs The Miner's Dream of Home, and Grandfather's Clock. Both songs

The Sex Pistols Experience

beautifulstrangers@ellendean.co.uk (Ellen Dean) — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 03:36:02 PDT

Sex PistolsScam 69The ClashOn Saturday night my niece Amy, Sat Nav and I went along to Masham Town Hall to see The Sex Pistol Experience. And, what an experience it was! There were three tribute bands making music, not my kind of music, but they were very good. The punk rockers certainly enjoyed themselves. As always, it was great to catch up with our friends Andy, Shaun and Claire. I think the

Masham Famous Ales and Fortified Wine

beautifulstrangers@ellendean.co.uk (Ellen Dean) — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 03:46:09 PDT

In my latest article for the Ripon edition of Infocus magaizne www.jkanorth.com I wrote about how good it is to help one another out. I call it being kind.Last Saturday someone was very kind to me.I went into the wine shop in Masham www.corksandcases.com to ask if they would display a poster for a friend of mine. While I was in the shop one of the owners (Angela) was talking about a very classy

Ellen's Video's [Webshots]

Fri, 09 Oct 2009 02:10:31 PDT

A few fun videos of myself and my friends.

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Jervaulx Abbey - North Yorkshire

beautifulstrangers@ellendean.co.uk (Ellen Dean) — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 04:07:12 PDT

An afternoon of fun at Jervaulx Abbey. It was peaceful until we arrived ;-)My niece Amy and I tried to make this little video last week, however, it wouldn't save due to my hard drive being full. So, I went along to Curry's in Ripon on Monday and bought a new external hard drive. The staff in there are very helpful and friendly. They helped me pick the right one for my computer. Isn't

Middleham Castle - North Yorkshire

beautifulstrangers@ellendean.co.uk (Ellen Dean) — Sat, 19 Sep 2009 14:20:56 PDT

Middleham Castle, another contender in the search for my new office! www.english-heritage.org.uk

Scottish Highlands September 2009

beautifulstrangers@ellendean.co.uk (Ellen Dean) — Mon, 14 Sep 2009 14:16:44 PDT

Just thought I'd share my highland fling with you!

How Stean Gorge - North Yorkshire

beautifulstrangers@ellendean.co.uk (Ellen Dean) — Wed, 02 Sep 2009 05:56:47 PDT

A fun afternoon at How Stean Gorge www.howstean.co.uk The instructor invited me to don a wet suit and abseil down the gorge. Would you?

My iPod Touch from Moreover.com

beautifulstrangers@ellendean.co.uk (Ellen Dean) — Tue, 25 Aug 2009 09:56:44 PDT

This is my new iPod Touch (sorry the light is reflected in the photo) that I won from www.moreover.com I completed a survey for them a few weeks ago. I am new to iPods so it will be fun trying to work it out. Engraved on the back of the iPod is a lovely thank you message from Moreover.com, which I thought was a very nice gesture. Thank you Morover.com

Book Signing Borders Gateshead 23rd August 2009

beautifulstrangers@ellendean.co.uk (Ellen Dean) — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 05:14:55 PDT

I had a great time book signing at Borders Gateshead yesterday www.borders.co.uk/store/gateshead/15/ with fellow author Mark Jackman www.mark-jackman.comI hope you enjoy the uncut video!Nearly forgot, the chocolate muffins from Starbucks are still as tasty as ever ;-)

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Ten days left to buy traditional lightbulbs: EU ban means only low-energy o
They are bringing this in through the back door like everything else!

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Amethyst- live streaming video powered by Livestream
Richmond Castle, North Yorkshire. Ellen Dean looking for a new office!

Podcast: Richmond Castle - North Yorkshire

beautifulstrangers@ellendean.co.uk (Ellen Dean) — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 15:44:01 PDT

Supple Joints Part 2 Cetyl M update

beautifulstrangers@ellendean.co.uk (Ellen Dean) — Mon, 17 Aug 2009 14:54:49 PDT

This is the promised update regarding the progress of the joint supplement Cetyl M trial on our veteran equine Katie.Those of you who read the first blog will know that the trial started in May. Under normal circumstance the loading dose of Cetyl M is 2 scoops morning and evening for the first 4 weeks, however, because of Katie's great age Garbriela from Collarways www.collarways.com who

Thornton Watlass Hall - Horse Trials 2009

beautifulstrangers@ellendean.co.uk (Ellen Dean) — Mon, 10 Aug 2009 04:11:08 PDT

Yesterday Sat Nav and I took ourselves along to the Thornton Watlass Horse Trials www.thorntonwatlasshorsetrials.co.uk at Thornton Watlass Hall www.thorntonwatlasshall.co.uk The sun shone, and we had a lovely exciting day. We watched some spectacular riders performing dressage, show jumping and finally the cross-country (my fave). Between us we managed to get some photos of horses and riders in

Vlog!

beautifulstrangers@ellendean.co.uk (Ellen Dean) — Sat, 08 Aug 2009 02:42:55 PDT

I am in the process of creating a regular Vblog. If any of you have any questions you would like to ask me about my book, publishing, aliens, me, or anything at all (that could be fun) please send them via email, and I will do my best to answer in my Vblog. Please state if you want to remain anonymous.

Solberge Hall

beautifulstrangers@ellendean.co.uk (Ellen Dean) — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 07:09:44 PDT

There are some beautiful hotels and country houses in North Yorkshire so when Sue Bulmer and I decided to meet up somewhere near to Northallerton (a midway point) to discuss writing, I wanted to find somewhere with the comfortable style that appeals to me and offered free Wi-Fi!And look what I found . . . The Solberge Hall Hotel. www.solbergehall.co.ukToday, Sue and I spent a few hours in its

Brian Bond 008

beautifulstrangers@ellendean.co.uk (Ellen Dean) — Sun, 19 Jul 2009 02:49:08 PDT

My friend Brian, what can I say!Brian sent several mysterious texts asking me if I had received a package (he thinks he's James Bond). I replied saying the aliens must have intercepted it, because I hadn't received anything.Today I receive another text; had the package arrived yet? I replied, no it hadn't. Then when I was putting the milk bottles out I discovered a package beneath my living room

Model Young Farmer 2009

beautifulstrangers@ellendean.co.uk (Ellen Dean) — Tue, 14 Jul 2009 08:44:59 PDT

This is a photo of Jimmy Atkinson, my friends son. Today he won the Young Model Farmer Award 2009. Congratulations, and well done Jimmy!

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Beautiful Strangers - Book Trailer
The haunts and habits of Hyacinth Dickinson, lead character in Ellen Dean's novel Beautiful Strangers.

Supermarket Sweep

beautifulstrangers@ellendean.co.uk (Ellen Dean) — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 12:32:21 PDT

I'm all for reducing my salt intake, and healthy eating. So, when Sat Nav and I went to Tesco today naturally I looked for food with reduced salt.We wanted some gravy granules so I picked up some Bisto gravy granules proudly showing a blue and white 'Reduced Salt' banner. Great, I thought as I popped them into the trolley. But hang on a second! A Best Seller sticker and price reduction for

Abba 2 Bjorn Belief in Masham

beautifulstrangers@ellendean.co.uk (Ellen Dean) — Sun, 05 Jul 2009 08:45:49 PDT

Look what happened when I waved my magic wand! Yes, Abba 2 Bjorn Belief appeared on stage. They flew into Masham by helicopter from a little place just outside Sweden, called Swansea.And, even though it was a very hot night, everybody was up on their feet dancing. You performed a brilliant show guys, can't wait for next time. Thank you for my tiara Lorraine, it fits perfectly!Andy, what can I say

UFO North Yorkshire

beautifulstrangers@ellendean.co.uk (Ellen Dean) — Sat, 04 Jul 2009 10:48:08 PDT

I had an unusual experience on Thursday 2nd July 2009. Yes, another one. I looked out of the window and saw orange lights in the night sky. It was about 11pm.I thought the lights were helicopters, so went outside for a better look. There was no noise from them at all. It was a quiet still night. I shouted to Sat Nav to come outside and have a look. We saw seven lights that seemed to be flying in

Building A Business

beautifulstrangers@ellendean.co.uk (Ellen Dean) — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 07:47:26 PDT

When you start to build a business - make sure you start with good solid foundations. Visualize the end result as a castle, grand and solid.

EMI Music Site

beautifulstrangers@ellendean.co.uk (Ellen Dean) — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 10:12:49 PDT

I checked out the EMI website www.emi.com today, and what a great site it is. I loved the design. It's free sign up. So easy. It only takes a few seconds, and then you're listening to some great artists. Plus, you can watch videos, although the videos did tend to buffer a little. Maybe it was the time of day when everybody was on the net.I clicked on Artists, and there were so many I didn't know

North Yorkshire Fillies - Slappin' Leather

beautifulstrangers@ellendean.co.uk (Ellen Dean) — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 10:07:14 PDT

We do have fun in North Yorkshire.

Before and after anger management!

beautifulstrangers@ellendean.co.uk (Ellen Dean) — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 06:05:41 PDT

Before anger management! Do computers make you want to do this sometimes?After anger management!

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It's Official - I'm Losing The Plot!
A birthday surprise!

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Not the Milk Marketing Board!
What do the cows think? Bullocks!

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Countryside Pursuits!

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