Are We Back to “Feudalism”?
The world’s elite hierarchy has become totally focused on fake ideals and driven by a desire for more and more wealth. It’s so refreshing to visit places where the minds of people have not been polluted by this incessant desire for greatness and the increasing need to display wealth through a collection of what are …
“I believe that banking institutions are more dangerous to our liberties than standing armies.” ― Thomas Jefferson
The interpretation of this quote by the then 3rd President of the United States could no doubt be misconstrued or debated in many different contexts, nevertheless the fact that he ever used this phraseology in the first place must lead us to a conclusion that he had a very dim view of banking institutions. For …
Battling Uncertainty
Everything about life is uncertain! Life would be too easy with even the slightest degree of Certainty & Darwin’s whole hypothesis on his “Origin of Species” & its corresponding “Survival of the Fittest” epitomises everything about how the world ticks & the fragile balance of nature that exists at any point in time. Charles Darwin …
A World Of Failed Leadership
What has this world evolved into? Breaking away from the very painful period of the last two world wars, one would have thought we would have learned the lessons of the past. However, the ever eternal disease of greed and power continues to prevail. Religion throughout the ages has been a tool to give some …
The Tomb of the Golden Bird – KV62
Howard Carter first set foot in Egypt in 1891 initially working as an artist supporting archaeologists in recording many of the intricate reliefs and heiroglyphics carved into the walls of tombs and temples before venturing on his eventual hunt for the tomb of a relatively unknown and forgotten king, Tutankhamun, Post 1917, Carter rallied on …
KV66 The Lazarus Project – Podcast Interview on the Award-Winning “Books That Make You Show…” Aired Nov 2023
The Books That Make You Show features authors, literary experts, celebrities and community leaders. Consequently, it was an absolute privilege for me to be invited to participate in a second follow up interview, almost a year on from my first, and have an opportunity to bring my audience up to speed with the continuation of …
Author’s that may have had a profound impact on my future writing?
A standard question found on practically all manuscript submission forms, digs deep into the author’s likes, in terms of books written by other authors. Also, upon which shelf in a bookstore he or she would picture their books adjacent to other authors within their genre and how these authors may have influenced their writing. It’s …
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The Siwa Oasis
Presenting the Siwa Oasis, a true natural wonder in the Egyptian desert and an important location in League of the Sacred Ankh!
El Alamein
El Alemein The site of pivotal battles in World War Two is also the location of an important discovery in my second book, League of the Sacred Ankh!
Make Sure You Read KV-66: League of the Sacred Ankh!
Before KV-66: The Lazarus Project is released later this year, don’t forget to make sure you have copies of the first two volumes!
The Assassin’s Choice
Learn a bit about the Enfield L42A1 rifle, the assassin’s choice in my novel The League of the Sacred Ankh!
Tutankhamun: London 1972
Remembering a visit to the iconic Tutankhamun exhibit at the British Museum.
Amazing Aswan
The remarkable city of Awsan provides a respite for the heroes of Siptah’s Legacy, and holds one of the world’s most intriguing architectural wonders.
Watch K. G. Maw Interviewed on the Books That Make You Podcast
Listen to and watch my interview on the Books That Make you podcast with Desiree Duffy
Unlocking Siptah’s Legacy
In Siptah’s Legacy, the action is set off by a discovery tucked away in an old copy of Cook’s Tourist Handbook. Learn all about the real Thomas Cook and his travel guides!
The KV66 Series is Now Available In Dubai Duty Free
Since its opening in December 1983, Dubai Duty Free has grown into one of the biggest travel retail operators in the world. Therefore, it was a great privilege for me to have my books included on the shelves of their bookshops located within the various Dubai Airport Terminals. Dubai Duty Free recently celebrated its 37th …
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Insurance vs Publishing
How does the publishing industry compare to the insurance industry! The similarities are striking!
Valley of the Kings: The Heart of KV66
The Valley of the Kings figures prominently in the KV66 series… and in the history of Egypt and the world. Learn more!
The Oceanic White Tip Shark Makes a Fitting Assailant In Siptah’s Legacy
Shark attacks are very rare in the Red Sea, with last known attacks occurring back in 2010, when there were four incidents involving both an oceanic white tip as well as a mako. One of the reasons behind these incidents was the fact that tourists had inadvertently been luring them in through the illegal habit …
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The Ultimate Dive Site of the Red Sea Provides an Interesting Twist in Siptah’s Legacy
Another of the compelling settings of Siptah’s Legacy is the famed undersea wreck of the SS Thistlegorm. It’s history is straight out of a military thriller!
The Magical Temple of Kom Ombo An Ideal Key Location for Siptah’s Legacy
Kom Ombo, one of the real-life settings in KV66: Siptah’s Legacy… revealed!
Pre-Order Now! League of the Sacred Ankh: KV66 Volume Two
Author K G Maw announces the arrival of KV66 book two: League of the Sacred Ankh, available for pre-order before a November 12, 2021 release on Amazon.com!
Read a Feature Article About the Making of the KV-66 Series
Author K G Maw announces an in-depth profile published in the Khaleej Times, the longest-running English language daily newspaper in the author’s home, the United Arab Emirates.
British Battles & Medals
Over the past decade, I collected a considerable number of British Campaign Medals and documented the complete collection on a separate website which is still active, spanning over 3 centuries of British military history across all parts of the globe. The medals which initially stimulated my growing interest in the subject started with those awarded …
KV 66 – Siptah’s Legacy now available in paperback!
After the initial soft launch of the digital / e-book version on 14th May, Siptah’s Legacy is now available in paperback through Amazon right across the world. Product Description ASIN : B095B3N1PD Publisher : Independently published (May 17, 2021) Language : English Paperback : 330 pages ISBN-13 : 979-8504080314 Item Weight : 15.8 ounces Dimensions …
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The Maws of Severn House (now known as the Valley Hotel in Ironbridge)
The Maws of Severn House c1871
KV66 Siptah’s Legacy – Soft Launch
KV66 Siptah’s Legacy Kindle Version was uploaded on 13th May 2021 as part of an initial “soft launch” View now The Print Version will also be available within the coming days as part of the soft launch, with the official launch date being set for 6th June 2021 to coincide with the D-Day Anniversary, lest …