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Did You Miss Any Of These? Monthly Round Up January 2026

Jacqueline Lambert's dogs, The Fab Four, wearing bright fleec coats, in a wintry landscape

Since 1st of January, we’re back on the road! On 7th of January, we were supposed to catch a ferry from Sète in France to Nador in Morocco, but we cancelled it because of my teeth! I broke two crowns and needed a root canal, apparently, which kept us near Castelnaudry in southern France forContinue reading “Did You Miss Any Of These? Monthly Round Up January 2026”

Montségur: Mist, Martyrs, & Heavy Metal

Photo of Chateau de Montsegur on its pog

I read that in cycling terms, the Col de Montségur is a Category 2 mountain pass, popular with those slender, Lycra-clad aliens who chase gradients for glory. The same article revealed it to be known for scenic views, the highlight of which is a spectacular perspective of a historic castle ruin. Perched atop a pogContinue reading “Montségur: Mist, Martyrs, & Heavy Metal”

From Caravan to Overland Truck: Jacqueline Lambert’s Off Grid Journey

Two adjecent photos of adventure traveller and author Jacqueline Lambert with husband Mark and four dogs: the first with their Caravan, Kismet, the second with The Beast their overland truck

12-volt electrical systems are at the very heart of any recreational vehicle – and it pays to understand them. To this end, I subscribe to 12-Volt Planet’s very useful and informative email newsletter, which pops informative articles, product reviews, and special offers into my inbox. They also have an excellent YouTube channel, 12 Volt PlanetContinue reading “From Caravan to Overland Truck: Jacqueline Lambert’s Off Grid Journey”

The First Online Self Pubfest 25th January 2026 – FREE to Attend: Featuring Adventure Travel Author Jacqueline Lambert on Non Fiction Author Panel

Banner for Self Pub Fest, 25th January 2026 with dates and details which appear in the blog text

The first online ‘Self-Pub Fest’ festival, spotlighting authors in various genres (see below), will be held on Sunday 25th January 2026 between 10am and 6pm UK time via individual hourly Zoom genre panels with up to six authors participating in each panel. I am thrilled to be taking part in the Non Fiction Panel at 3pm UK time with otherContinue reading “The First Online Self Pubfest 25th January 2026 – FREE to Attend: Featuring Adventure Travel Author Jacqueline Lambert on Non Fiction Author Panel”