2024-03-21 16:57
Elizabeth's greatest challenge is here! Restoring a century old narrowboat!
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Adventures of an Author.
Follow Lizbef as she sails with SV Delos across the South Atlantic Ocean, exploring shipwrecks, dancing across the dunes of Africa, discovering bone strewn coastlines and falling in love on a tiny island where her life takes a bigger twist.
2024-01-21 20:41
Is this the end for Malvern and Elizabeth? Liz finds a way to save her century old narrowboat.
The post Saving Malvern- Can Elizabeth do it? appeared first on EarleWrites Read More
2023-11-01 22:38
I think it’s only fair to tell you where I’m at with writing my new history book and of course, Maddox Black, the salty sailor and demon hunter, herself. If you’d like to j… Read More
2023-10-25 17:21
I awoke this morning with a little less panic in my chest. God knows I have no business in feeling that way, but so it goes. Maybe it’s because I’ve given myself a chance to brea… Read More
2023-10-23 14:35
I don’t know where to start. The past few months, I feel as though I have retreated from being so visible, taken a step back into the fog and became lost in my painting and storylines… Read More
2023-06-30 15:05
Lost letters discovered on a 1920's narrowboat!
The post Ep 92: Delving into the past! Lost letters found aboard Maggie! appeared first on EarleWrites Read More
2023-06-19 15:45
Settle in for a night of pinot grigio and the gruesome tale of a 1800's boat worker.
The post Ep 91: Wine and 1800s MURDER on the Canals! appeared first on EarleWrites Read More
2023-01-20 11:49
The post Ep 90: Cabin Fever Onboard Maggie! appeared first on EarleWrites Read More
2023-01-12 17:19
Today, we move onto our next location, and it’s Leela’s first cruise with me solo! Come follow the gorgeous Warwickshire countryside where we find our next mooring spot. Big Love… Read More
2022-12-18 03:04
Lizbef FINALLY says goodbye to the Ashby Canal and returns to the Coventry, where she searches for a safe mooring to spend the Winter!
The post Ep 88: Finding HOME on a Narrowboat! Ashby to… Read More
2022-12-10 23:56
How I get power from my batteries, my Bluetti portable battery charger, and cooking for free on my stove.Say hi on Insta! https://www.instagram.com/earlewritesBecome a Patron- https://www.pa… Read More
2022-12-05 22:40
After having a stranger TELL me they were going to come onto my boat, convinced that we would be perfect together, my patience snapped. I am very tired of receiving messages like these from… Read More
2022-11-28 13:02
A tour of my 1920’s Fellows Morton and Clayton ex-coal boat’s captain’s cabin! See where the family of 4 used to live as they worked transporting goods in and out of Birmin… Read More
2022-11-26 10:03
A reading of Max Arthur’s Forgotten Voices of the Great War during Armistice.It’s always an honour to read these recollections, and hope to share with you some poignant pieces fr… Read More
2022-11-24 22:06
A slice of boat life onboard Maggie.
The post Ep: 83 A private view of 1920’s narrowboat life! appeared first on EarleWrites Read More
2022-11-21 20:11
The post EP: 82 The 1920’s Boat Diaries: “I’M BACK! AN UPDATE!” appeared first on EarleWrites Read More
2022-08-01 16:16
“I know what I’ll do,” I said decisively to no one. I stood up and marched to my bedroom, tossing through the clothes and blankets on my bed, frantically searching for the… Read More
2022-07-22 18:56
My dream life has been activated! With some incredible highs, there’s also been some growth in overcoming fear. We’ve had parties, been to Crick, talked about the importance of w… Read More
2022-06-24 08:00
Dirty clothes, bruised shins and coal laden fingernails make Lizbef a fine catch.
The post The 1920’s Boat Diaries: Part 3 “Aren’t you a treat, Elizabeth?” appeared f… Read More
2022-06-23 10:54
Lizbef does her final preps on Maggie before finally cruising away from the marina! with the help of friends, she finds her first solo spot along the canal in the beautiful countryside of Wa… Read More
2022-06-22 13:20
Lizbef realises going from boat dweller to "lady" for a date is harder than it sounds...
The post The 1920’s Boat Diaries: Part 2 “Once a river rat, always a river rat.” ap… Read More
2022-06-19 11:46
What happens when you go from a 32ft boat to a 70ft narrowboat from the 1920's? Lizbef finds out...
The post The 1920’s Boat Diaries: Part 1 “What have I done?” appeared fi… Read More
2022-06-15 09:19
It’s time to move onboard! Lizbeth finally cruises Maggie through Atherstone locks and into Mancetter Marina, where it’s time to move onboard! Serious paint choices were made&hel&hell…Read More
2022-06-14 20:49
In this episode, Lizbef takes her first sleepover on Maggie and imagines what life will be like on a historical 1920’s narrowboat!
The post Ep 75: WELCOME TO MAGGIE! appeared first on… Read More
2022-01-23 00:10
Tunnels, darkness, singing to ward off the terror- Lizbef gets the hang of surviving in this continuation of solo adventuring!
The post Ep 68: 2km in the DARK through Braunston Tunnel! Lizbe… Read More
2021-12-13 23:30
With a mysterious power cut stalling Lizbef’s journey, not only does she have to troubleshoot the problem, but overcome her rising fear of doing Braunston Tunnel- a 2km journey in the… Read More
2021-11-25 17:38
Locks, locks and LOCKS! Plus, Lizbef becomes a solo boater! We finally say goodbye to Ed after Lizbef goes through the difficult choice of heading home to family or starting a new life in LO… Read More
2021-11-02 09:00
How a Night with Ian McKellen Made Me Want To Be A Better Author (Disclaimer- these were thoughts and feelings I had at the time. I know I am not a nobody. I just wanted to share an insight… Read More
2021-10-17 11:15
Luxurious. The word echoed in my head as I fumbled through my scattered belongings to search for a bin bag. I’m going to make this boat as luxurious as possible. My words were definite… Read More
2021-10-16 11:15
It’s stuck, I thought, mild panic and frustration itching at the back of my teeth. I can’t get it out! The words wouldn’t come through my fingertips. All these thoughts and… Read More
2021-08-11 14:08
After an eventful week, Lizbef takes on Crick Tunnel! What could possibly go wrong? EVERYTHING! Check out Lizbef’s shop at https://www.earlewrites.com/shop or find Ed at https://www.in… Read More
2021-08-05 10:46
The post Ep 64: DEAD batteries and boat IMPROVEMENTS! appeared first on EarleWrites Read More
2021-07-09 11:44
Lizbef flows further into boat life, the sun is shining and she and her friend Ed start heading to Crick! Find Ed at https://www.instagram.com/narrowboatproject
The post Ep 63: Canal life fo… Read More
2021-06-18 13:43
Time for a bit of luxury!
The post Ep 62: Lizbef’s Absolutely Fabulous life on Leviathan! appeared first on EarleWrites Read More
2021-06-17 13:34
TIME TO WASH OFF THE DIRT!
The post Ep 61: How I shower on my canal boat! appeared first on EarleWrites Read More
2021-06-16 13:30
IT'S TIME!
The post Ep 60: It’s time to CRUISE! Lizbef sets off on Leviathan the canalboat! appeared first on EarleWrites Read More
2021-06-15 13:30
Turning a boat into a home!
The post Ep 59: Lizbef turns Leviathan the canal boat into a home! appeared first on EarleWrites Read More
2021-06-15 13:27
IT'S HAPPENING!
The post Ep 58: Leviathan BOAT TOUR! Lizbef begins to move aboard! appeared first on EarleWrites Read More
2021-06-15 13:22
Ok, this was my FIRST outing on Leviathan and MAN, it was emotional! I’m so happy where this is going. Thank you so SO much for all of your encouragement. WE’RE NEARLY THERE!
The… Read More
2021-06-06 15:30
It’s been a busy week of improvements on Leviathan AND at Earle & Easingwood! Music: Georgia Wright “Take me to the Country” https://soundcloud.com/georgiawrightmusic/t… Read More
2021-06-06 15:20
Leviathan finally moves to her home on the water! She has a running engine that yes- WORKS! Plus, Lizbef and Chaz get stuck into the big renovations at Earle & Easingwood. Big things are… Read More
2021-06-06 14:59
Welcome to Earle & Easingwood! The home of Lizbef and Chaz where we will be renovating this centuries old barn to the TEETH to be able to open to the public on the 24th of April! It&rsqu&hell…Read More
2021-06-06 14:57
A HUGE dream is becoming a reality! I am opening up my OWN shop and gallery with good friend Charlotte Easingwood in Warwickshire! Not only that, we will be bringing creative workshops and a… Read More
2021-05-16 22:52
Thanks to the mighty power of http://www.pistonringsandthings.co.uk Lizbef has a working engine on Leviathan! Steve and Anna from Piston Rings repair and fix her on, much to Lizbef’s r… Read More
2021-04-22 16:45
Had some bazaar things you wanted to know about Lizbef? Look no further- here are your answers!
The post Ep: 51 An unusual Interview with Lizbef appeared first on EarleWrites Read More
2021-04-18 10:55
With the pandemic turning everything upside down, I head to the boat yard to find new workers for the project and outline the things left to do before I move in!
The post Ep 49: Future plans… Read More
2021-04-10 09:36
Grab The Rising Shadow of Maddox Black at https://amzn.to/2YcIxZM Lizbef tries some watercolours that haven’t been used since the 1950’s and also trials Culture Hustle’s ma… Read More
2021-01-15 13:16
We’re nearing the finishing line and this means a plan of action, money predictions and Lizbef wonders who she can trust whilst Wayne recovers!
The post Ep 47: Boat Plans, MONEY and MA… Read More
2021-01-02 13:23
The work continues!
The post Ep 46: Kitchen Progress on Leviathan the canal boat continues! appeared first on EarleWrites Read More
2020-12-28 16:29
We're getting there!
The post Ep 45: NEW kitchen, Fireplace and MORE spending! We’re nearly there! appeared first on EarleWrites Read More
2020-12-24 21:41
Keeping a Granddad's memory alive.
The post Ep 44: Restoring an antique fireplace for a canalboat! appeared first on EarleWrites Read More
2020-12-06 12:54
Lizbef races against time to get a kitchen for her canalboat (thank god for Wickes!) and FINALLY gets a skip!
The post Ep 42: Time for a kitchen in Leviathan the canal boat! appeared first o… Read More
2020-11-29 21:05
Wow! Things are evolving, people! We prepare the shower bulkhead, prepare the log burner and even have working lights now! So pleased with how things are going!
The post Ep 41: Log burner an… Read More
2020-11-22 21:30
What an ANNOYING day!
The post Ep 40: Painting and catcalling! appeared first on EarleWrites Read More
2020-11-03 13:40
Creative burn out is real.
The post No rest for the wicked. appeared first on EarleWrites Read More
2020-11-02 11:12
What I have learned so far in becoming a full time Artist.
The post So, you want to turn your art into a business? appeared first on EarleWrites Read More
2020-11-01 22:54
It's honesty corner here.
The post Ep 38: Full time job and boat renovation during a pandemic explanation. appeared first on EarleWrites Read More
2020-10-24 13:37
The race is on! With the November move in date looming, Lizbef pulls out all of the stops and throws herself into work! Thank Neptune for the art studio! Hope you enjoy! x
The post Ep 37: Pa… Read More
2020-10-12 21:48
An update and tour around what has progressed on Leviathan so far! Tune in to hear news on the art studio, my personal life, recent trip to Lincoln, and of course that long-awaited Maddox Bl… Read More
2020-10-09 11:06
Welcome to the dark and bloody past of our language today! We’ll be looking at some of the gruesome Medieval beginnings of the common phrases and words that we still use today! Ok, guy… Read More
2020-10-06 21:21
I FINALLY open my art studio and Leviathan is DRY!!! I’m so happy with her progress. Things are on the up! Find Wayne, my boat builder at https://www.facebook.com/waynesboatservices
Th… Read More
2020-09-16 20:26
The project begins to wear the team down. With one thing after another, stress is rife. Great progress is made and Liz finally achieves a lifelong dream. Need some boat work? Find Wayne! htt… Read More
2020-09-15 11:00
In this video, Wayne and I have a good old laugh with removing the rotten engine cradle from Leviathan. We have 5 weeks until she goes into the water, so we’re all working as hard as p… Read More
2020-08-15 14:01
We get a lot of work done on Leviathan in this episode! We manage to empty her overflowing bilge, continue to fill and sand her down ready for painting AND remove her Yamaha outboard! More r… Read More
2020-08-08 14:54
My buddy Steve and I set to work on filling, sanding and maybe sneaking in a beer halfway in between! Also- my paint arrives! Yay!
The post Ep 31: Blood, sweat and beers! Work continues on L… Read More
2020-07-28 16:51
We continue sanding, filling and preparing Leviathan for painting!
The post Ep 30: The grafting continues on Leviathan the Canal Boat! appeared first on EarleWrites Read More
2020-07-21 09:23
We’ve been busy! We’re stripping Leviathan back by pulling out the cladding ready to start AFRESH and sanding her exterior ready for PRIMING! How exciting! Become a Patron and ge… Read More
2020-07-07 12:07
Leviathan’s old windows are FINALLY laminated and Liz and Wayne are put to the task of putting in the new port holes! Find Wayne’s Boat Services at https://www.facebook.com/wayne… Read More
2020-06-30 12:31
SHAZAM! Let's do this!
The post Ep 27: Removing and blocking up windows on a canal boat! appeared first on EarleWrites Read More
2020-06-29 11:00
Putting time and care into Leviathan after being closed up over the winter! Liz prepares her for her next transformation! Windows! Liz is OPEN for painting commissions! Email at earlewrites@… Read More
2020-06-15 12:45
LET'S GET BACK TO IT!
The post Back to the Canal Boat! appeared first on EarleWrites Read More
2020-05-13 15:52
More ridiculous history coming up!
The post Nautical Sayings we STILL use TODAY! History with Liz. appeared first on EarleWrites Read More
2020-05-05 13:08
History with Liz! Things just got a bit more ridiculous.
The post Pirate Facts and Myths! appeared first on EarleWrites Read More
2020-03-25 16:46
In this video, we stay focused on the fitness path, show you my watercolour painting method AND show a bit of quotes/pricing frustrations with getting shiny new windows for the canal boat!
T… Read More
2020-02-29 14:55
This video is all about getting back into the swing of things after having a knock back. I realise how important exercising has become for my wellbeing, and I stay focused on my painting pro… Read More
2020-02-24 20:08
Disaster hits on the caravan and Lizbef and Leela are forced to overcome yet another obstacle! Don’t worry though- it’s a happy ending 🙂 Find Us! https://www.earlewrites… Read More
2020-02-16 22:27
Trolls should stay in the fiction area.
The post The truth about that time I was sad. appeared first on EarleWrites Read More
2020-02-15 22:27
Leela and I quickly realise that caravan life comes with its trials and tribulations. And they can SUCK. Find Us! https://www.earlewrites.com
The post Ep 16: A turn of BAD LUCK at the Boat Y… Read More
2020-02-13 11:52
A lot happens in here! I continue the journey of getting fit, share my workout woes and routine, procure myself another job AND finally move onto the caravan!
The post Ep 15: Getting Fit and… Read More
2020-02-09 20:27
Another update!
The post Ep 14: Moving to the Boat Yard- Part 1! appeared first on EarleWrites Read More
2020-01-15 20:43
With time running out until move in day, the weather gets worse, work gets busier and the leaks heavier! Damage control is needed until more funds are saved up to have the windows removed an… Read More
2020-01-14 21:26
We start custom fitting the sleeping area inside with PLENTY of storage as well as picking the paint to paint the interior! The second job didn’t go so well… Good job I’m… Read More
2020-01-13 22:34
Things are moving along on the canal boat! We start fitting the furniture inside to make the most of the space! I pick the floors, colour and varnish! 3 Weeks to go till move in! https://www… Read More
2019-12-03 20:20
In this video we see a huge transformation as the insulation and cladding are completed! 4 weeks to go until move in!Join as a Patron! https://www.patreon.com/earlewrites Boat Yard: https://… Read More
2019-11-24 20:14
Yay! We finally complete the floor and start adding the batons so we can fix our cladding!
The post Floors and Batons! appeared first on EarleWrites Read More
2019-11-15 23:28
We get stuck in! We scrape the ceiling free of glue, fit the doors and prepare to insert the foundations for the flooring! So exciting!
The post Doors and Floors! Work Continues! appeared fi… Read More
2019-11-04 18:35
We plunge ourselves into ripping up the old floor and beginning removing and resealing those windows! We also take a behind the scenes sneak peek at some of the jobs that go on at a canal bo… Read More
2019-10-28 21:50
An update on the goings on with the canal boat! Plans, design and the search for a new name!
The post A canal boat update! appeared first on EarleWrites Read More
2019-10-18 15:54
Leela is finally introduced to canal boat life! And it doesn’t go exactly to plan…
The post Leela abandons Ship! appeared first on EarleWrites Read More
2019-10-07 16:26
“Bab” gets the mother of all cleans by jetwashing years of grime and filth away!
The post The work starts here! appeared first on EarleWrites Read More
2019-10-01 10:58
Welcome to Big Ass Blue- aka “Bab”. (it’s a name in progress!) We start work on what will ultimately be mine and Leela’s home in England- join us for the tour! Now, t… Read More
2019-09-18 12:59
This episode kicks off the journey in finding a home on the water for me and Leela! But how do we do it on a tiny budget? Sign up as a patron for exclusive access, extras and blogs! https://… Read More
2019-09-05 20:01
The ins and outs of why I became a writer!
The post Why I became a Writer and Illustrator appeared first on EarleWrites Read More
2019-08-29 20:01
From Sailboats to Canalboats
The post SV Papageno looking for new Captain! appeared first on EarleWrites Read More
2019-08-27 20:54
The post “What are you looking at?” appeared first on EarleWrites Read More
2019-08-24 16:33
Beward of the "W" word!
The post Walkies appeared first on EarleWrites Read More
2019-08-16 23:40
Sometimes it's easier to draw it...
The post Thank Goodness for Tea and Dogs. appeared first on EarleWrites Read More
2019-07-17 08:11
The days always start with a new hope now. It’s been a long time since I felt this content and I’m happy to carry on whichever way the path is taking me. I’m learning a lot… Read More
2019-07-06 20:39
Doing what's best for Papageno! Read More
2019-06-30 09:23
Welcome to the ins and outs of Papageno! Read More
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