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Highlights from May’s Blog Tour

Posted on May 26, 2023May 26, 2023 by Sabina Ostrowska

A huge thank-you to all the readers and book bloggers who made The Crinkle Crankle Wall Blog Tour a success!… Read more Highlights from May’s Blog Tour

Wednesday Author in We Love Memoirs

Posted on April 18, 2023April 20, 2023 by Sabina Ostrowska

Join me this Wednesday, the 19th of April 2023, in We Love Memoirs Facebook group for a friendly chat and… Read more Wednesday Author in We Love Memoirs

The Gift of a Fairy Godmother

Posted on March 27, 2023April 19, 2023 by Sabina Ostrowska

I never publish my stories when they are fresh, I like to cork them and wait for them to mature,… Read more The Gift of a Fairy Godmother

Nochebuena (a missing chapter from The Crinkle Crankle Wall)  

Posted on December 6, 2022April 20, 2023 by Sabina Ostrowska

For many reasons, this chapter broke the narrative of The Crinkle Crankle Wall and I decided to remove it from… Read more Nochebuena (a missing chapter from The Crinkle Crankle Wall)  

DRIVING IN ANDALUSIA

Posted on November 19, 2022April 20, 2023 by Sabina Ostrowska

I was still honing my skills of starting and stopping on inclines in the manual four-by-four and usually planned my… Read more DRIVING IN ANDALUSIA

Andalusian Patio Wine

Posted on September 3, 2022April 20, 2023 by Sabina Ostrowska

A well-established grapevine shading the patio is the most iconic feature of any Andalusian cortijo. The lush, broad foliage provides… Read more Andalusian Patio Wine

Seaside Holidays

Posted on August 11, 2022April 20, 2023 by Sabina Ostrowska

Since it’s August, I wanted to share a chapter from Book 3 in my Andalusian series, Olive Leaf Tea. I… Read more Seaside Holidays

Spotlight Sunday

Posted on July 14, 2022April 20, 2023 by Sabina Ostrowska

Join me this Sunday 17th July from 10 am (Spanish time) for a chat about writing, starting a new life… Read more Spotlight Sunday

A New Instalment of Our Andalusian Adventures is Out Today

Posted on July 1, 2022April 20, 2023 by Sabina Ostrowska

Those of you who have enjoyed The Crinkle Crankle Wall: Our First Year in Andalusia will be delighted to hear… Read more A New Instalment of Our Andalusian Adventures is Out Today

It’s Time to Learn Spanish

Posted on January 8, 2022January 8, 2022 by Sabina Ostrowska

Here is a sneak preview of the second book in the Andalusian series A Hoopoe on the Nispero Tree: Our… Read more It’s Time to Learn Spanish

From Abu Dhabi to Rural Andalusia

Posted on December 12, 2021January 8, 2022 by Sabina Ostrowska

We were recently invited to be interviewed by Gil and Gene — a lovely couple from Brooklyn, New York, who… Read more From Abu Dhabi to Rural Andalusia

November in Rural Andalusia

Posted on November 14, 2021November 14, 2021 by Sabina Ostrowska

While A Hoopoe on the Nispero Tree, book two of our Andalusian adventures, is being edited, I thought I’d share… Read more November in Rural Andalusia

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Breakfast in Toledo

Posted on September 19, 2021January 8, 2022 by Sabina Ostrowska

“David Sedaris would have written a whole book about it.” Why can’t you? We were in our hotel room in… Read more Breakfast in Toledo

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Book of the Week in We Love Memoirs FB Group

Posted on July 29, 2021July 29, 2021 by Sabina Ostrowska

This July, The Crinkle Crankle Wall featured as Book of the Week in We Love Memoirs Facebook group. Here’s my… Read more Book of the Week in We Love Memoirs FB Group

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A Year in Rural Galicia

Posted on June 21, 2021June 21, 2021 by Sabina Ostrowska

For those readers who enjoyed reading my book about starting new life in southern Spain, you may find Lisa Rose… Read more A Year in Rural Galicia

Meet the Author

Posted on May 12, 2021August 30, 2021 by Sabina Ostrowska

This Sunday, the 16th of May 2021, I will be chatting to readers of The Crinkle Crankle Wall: Our First… Read more Meet the Author

In Search of a Rural Paradise

Posted on May 12, 2021May 12, 2021 by Sabina Ostrowska

To launch their new ‘Books on Spain’ section, Spain in English has published an extract from my book The Crinkle… Read more In Search of a Rural Paradise

Montefrio – Exploring Granada’s Moorish Frontier

Posted on April 11, 2021April 11, 2021 by Sabina Ostrowska

For anyone visiting Granada, Montefrio is a must-visit destination. It’s an authentic white village located one hour’s drive outside Granada city.… Read more Montefrio – Exploring Granada’s Moorish Frontier

Living in rural Spain: pros and pitfalls

Posted on March 21, 2021March 21, 2021 by Sabina Ostrowska

My interview with Spain Speaks about pros and pitfalls of Living in Rural Spain. Hope you enjoy it!

Insane Optimism

Posted on February 13, 2021February 13, 2021 by Sabina Ostrowska

I have recently polled some of my friends and readers to advise me which chapter of my book The Crinkle… Read more Insane Optimism

Olive Picking in Andalusia

Posted on January 24, 2021January 23, 2022 by Sabina Ostrowska

Since we’re in the middle of the olive picking season, I’d like to share a chapter depicting our experiences of olive picking from my book The Crinkle Crankle Wall: Our First Year in Andalusia.

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Some good news! The final sentence of Book 3 Olive Leaf Tea has just been saved. 🎉 Now time for red wine.🍷 I hope to launch it on the 1st of August. I'll post the news of preorder once it's live. Thanks to all the readers for their lovely messages and reviews that kept me going.❤ #newlifeinandalusia #TheCrinkleCrankleWall #sabinaostrowska #kindldunlimited #memoirs #non-fiction #spain #readersofinstagram #bookstagram
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I think we can officially declare summer 2023 open! 🏖 I hope our guests will enjoy the new pool furniture that Robert made from pallets.🌞 #summer2023 #Andalusia #traveltospain #palletproject #casarural #agritourism #holidayhome #holiday #travel #airbnb #vacation #staycation #holidays #holidayrental #nature #vacationrental #holidayhouse #travelgram #interiordesign #holidayhomes #vacationhome #instatravel #pool #relax #airbnbhost #holidaycottage #bedandbreakfast #airbnbsuperhost #vakantiehuis #holidaydecor
I've been trying to capture some hardworking insects around the house. Here's a busy bee to remind everyone to enjoy your weekend!

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