Congratulations to all of you celebrating a 5th anniversary, the anniversary of sapphire! Symbolising love and fidelity, sapphire is a...

September’s birthstone is sapphire. If you’re a September baby, then lucky you – regal and stylish, there’s a variety of this gorgeous...

I hope you were able to find a few minutes to read Who is the Author – Parts 1 & 2. This is the final Who is the Author Q&A blog post....

I hope you enjoyed reading Who is the Author – Part 1. In this post, you will discover more about the book series. How would you describe...

Who is the Author? Over the next few weeks I will tell you a bit about myself and why I am writing the Gemstone Detective series. Who is...

I am delighted to have received yet another Netgalley reader review for Buying Gemstones & Jewellery in Sri Lanka. Thank you to the...

2018 has been such an incredible year, I don’t know where to start writing a year in review. I owe my heartfelt thanks to a lot of people...

The following images are some of my best travel photos, and some of the most memorable moments during my research trips in 2018....

Yesterday, I spent the day at the World Travel Market London. At the Sri Lanka stand, I was very fortunate to meet Manisha Gunasekera,...

If you’re planning to propose on your holiday, why not pick Sri Lanka as your dream destination?  Sri Lanka is known as the Land of Gems,...

I am excited to announce that the first book in the Gemstone Detective series, featuring Sri Lanka, was launched on 4th October at the...

Once believed to be solidified moon beams, moonstone has been a favourite for thousands of years and it’s certainly one of mine!