Sue Hall
Sue Hall

Since leaving the bustle of a traditional career, I have blended journalism, research, and storytelling. I gained a History B.A. Hons from Warwick University and pursued further studies in law at Birmingham University.

Growing up in a cult posed challenges in adapting to a legal mindset. My professional journey includes positions at IBM, Ecosaurus, the Crown Prosecution Service, and the Community Development Foundation, where I managed international projects. I also worked as a consultant for Voluntary Services Overseas (VSO). I have always worked to make a difference and that is no less true in my writing.

During lockdown, I enjoyed nurturing my tomato plants and refining my writing skills. I contribute to environmental magazines, primarily focusing on interviews and I blog about life in Portugal, exploring subjects such as literature, gardening, history, personal development. I also write occasionally about community for the Portugal Resident.

I share my life with, Jim Hall, who plays tennis and manages our compost heap. Since moving to Portugal in 2008, we have settled in a home overlooking the Asseca Valley, just 8 kilometers from Tavira in the deep south. The Eastern Algarve is rich in culture and provides a grounding for writing and writers.

I’ve recently completed a novel titled ‘Return Visit,’ which is set to be published in 2025. This work delves into themes of high control and healing through the journey of a music-loving widow.

Currently, I’m also crafting another novel centered around a cat named Bastet, or Blue Eyes. Through animals, insects and plants I am exploring nature writing. I also write poetry when inspired by a tree or a moment. My latest poems were prompted by a visit to Ireland.

My kinship is English and Irish and my attempts at getting out of my way, while integrating these identities, helps me generate collage and words.

In my writing and art, I try to weave in elements of reflection, colour, discord, recovery, and moments of joy.

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Email sue@suehall.net

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