This is understandably an exciting time. Chapter four is in the works and so far we’re easing our way along pretty nicely. I’ve spent most of today instructing Jules in the wonders of the humble bacon sandwich which is a staple part of any British breakfast. Other aspects we’ve been looking at so far is the level of detailing in the surroundings which our characters find themselves in for the first six to seven pages which has required a lot of research online. You’ll understand once you see the finished product.

In other news I’m probably going to take a fresh look at merch I have currently and wondering what direction I will take in the future. If people like tagging lamp posts and subway stations with stickers maybe I could help with that? Its pretty common here on the tube and its something I’ve always thought about doing. Also I probably need to print a load of books for the States so that will probably have to be done this Spring.

Speaking of weather it is absolutely feckin’ Baltic here! Although when you cycle you get very warm very quickly only to freeze on the spot the minute you stop and leap off your bike. It was cycling home yesterday in freezing conditions that I came across one of the many fun and quirky aspects of London life: its people. My back wheel was out of shape after a stupid estate agent in his VW knocked me off my bike last Autumn and it was getting so bad last night that cycling was impossible.

I passed Tower Cycles near Tower Gateway DLR and found it was run by this delightfully pleasant Bulgarian who cheerfully stayed open just long enough to straighten both of my wheels, add some air and change my brakes for £20. He emigrated to the UK years ago and instantly found work as a bike mechanic and has thrived ever since. He cycles ten – fifteen miles a day and his garage is open from 8 until 7 every day unless its the summer when opening hours extend as far as 10 at night! It was great to sit down in his little workshop and watch him work on the bike while we chatted about London, the weather and how stupid car drivers are. Very refreshing.