GREGORY MARK HAYNES

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Author | Storyteller | Speaker

Themes I Write About

My stories come from a life lived across three continents and many chapters. These are the themes that shape my writing.

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From childhood memories to life’s unexpected turns. I write about the moments, places and people that stay with us. Click on any of them below to explore stories, blog posts and book chapters related to each topic.

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Places & Journeys

Growing up in Australia, building a life in South Africa and making Britain home.

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Life Lessons

Mistakes, challenges and the unexpected turns that taught me what really matters.

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Music and Sounds of Life

The songs, concerts and sounds that defined moments and memories.

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Memories & Moments

The little moments that leave a lasting impression and become part of our story.

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Nature & The Outdoors

From beaches to mountains — the beauty of nature and the peace it brings.

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Work & Reinvention

Careers, changes and starting over — the journey of finding purpose along the way.

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History & Times Gone By

The world around us, the times we lived in and how things have changed.

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Learning & Curiosity

Questions, discoveries and the joy of never stopping learning.

A family of four, a father, mother, and two children, holding hands and walking outdoors during sunset with a sky filled with clouds.

Family & Relationships

The people who shaped me - family, friends, and the bonds that last a lifetime.

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Adventure & Discovery

Travel, exploration and stepping outside the comfort zone.

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Growth & Change

Evolving, adapting and becoming the person you are meant to be.

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The Everyday Extraordinary

Finding wonder, humour and meaning in ordinary days.

“We don’t remember every day. But we remember the moments that mattered.”

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Stories from a life well lived

Discover more true stories in my book Memories Are Made of This.

51 true stories

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3 countries

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6 decades

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Countless memories

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Grenyah Publishers is the publishing imprint established by Gregory Mark Haynes to publish and distribute his books and related works.