Carolyn Morgan

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My Writing

I write historical fiction set in Wales, with a maritime theme.

My characters are ordinary people facing extraordinary challenges and risks.

My books appeal to readers with a love of the ocean and the romance of seafaring, who see beauty in the elements and appreciate traditional sailing lore

I write for readers who want to be immersed in the lives of past generations, to understand their ideals and passions, their conflicts and trials, and feel emotionally connected.

Read here the first chapter of Copperopolis - when John, aged 13, runs away to sea.

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Copperopolis
Copperopolis

An extract from Copperopolis

Chapter One – Angharad

Gower, 1852

John slings his canvas bag over one shoulder, fear freezing his guts as he stands facing Da across the table.

‘I’ve been hired as a deckhand on a ship. Gone a few weeks.’

In the gloom of their cottage, his hunched, dark-browed father glowers with fury, while his four younger brothers gape like sparrows over their porridge bowls.

‘You’ll do no such thing. Your place is working with me an’ yer older brothers for Penrice estate, see.’

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