It's a shock to read the above announcement. Totally unexpected.
I feel as if I have lost a friend. Someone who, through his books, spoke to me. Often I would sit down with a cup of tea and comfortably spend the afternoon chatting with him through his books. I found him to be an interesting and knowledgeable writer, choosing topics not necessarily in mainstream.
So sad to think that I won't feel that excited buzz again to see a new release from him.
Still, through his books, I can re-read them and have continued, ongoing discussions with him.
A great loss.
