Bringing historical figures into fiction
A reflection on the limits to creativity faced by a historical fiction writer. How much liberty do we actually have when we claim to be inspired by true events and people?
The “Silent and Dark” – Cichociemni – elite of the Polish resistance
About the secret brigade of Polish parachuters - soldiers who received intensive training in Britain and, accepting the imminent risk of death, were dropped down to their homeland to fight the occupier. Meet the "Cichociemni" who, in silence and darkness slipped into perilous territory and weakened the enemy forces.
The Warsaw Uprising – 79 years
About the timeless memory of the Warsaw Uprising. In tribute to the Varsovians who stood up to liberate their city and homeland from Nazi German oppression. 79 years later, the fire of their sacrifice still burns in our hearts.
Commemorating victims of Volhynia - 80 years
Reflecting on the Volhynia massacres of 1943, an ethnic cleansing of Polish civilians by Ukrainian nationalists. How we can seek truth in remembering these tragic events, while preserving the bond of unity between our nations.
Executing the SS head - Operation Kutschera
How the "Warsaw Butcher" met his end – an account of the assassination of Brigadeführer Franz Kutschera, head of the SS and Police for the Warsaw district. A task carried out by members of the special operations unit Agat.
Lyrical Croatian Adventures
Impressions from a June trip to Croatia. Between poetic sceneries, the quiet humming of wind and waves, and streets overfilled with tourists.
Attachment and Loss in Wartime
Delving into how psychological attachment theory shapes character development in my writing. This article explores the profound influence of wartime loss and grief, shedding light on the enduring consequences for close relationships. Amidst the turmoil of loss, there lies an opportunity for healing—a chance that demands resilience from those thrust into adverse environments...