Peter Griffiths is a Welsh writer and author of 'Tongue Tied' , a novel set in Bala and in South Wales in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, which has proved enormously popular with Welsh American readers and has been reprinted several times by Y Lolfa. The book can be ordered direct from their website:- 'Tongue Tied' or from the author at morawelbyg@yahoo.com. ( also on Amazon )

"Tongue Tied allows us to witness Welsh family life during the late nineteenth and early twentieth century, from the perspective of the farm and the coal pit, as we follow the lives and struggles of the Evans and Jones families. This is a powerful story that explores relationships, religion, language and identity - and how all these things can , ultimately, tear families apart."

Peter Griffiths:- "Originally, one of my objectives was to highlight the relentless interference in Welsh affairs by the English. Gradually, the anti English slant was watered down, but it comes through, nevertheless. Also, Tongue Tied focusses on the unifying effect the Welsh language has had on the nation over time, but observes with sadness that at times over the last one hundred and fifty years, it's also been divisive. Finally, despite Tongue Tied's several unreasonable characters, the novel overall espouses toleration and sensitivity to others."

"This novel about what it means to be Welsh should be on everyone's reading list whether they have been to Wales or not, whether they are Welsh or not." Lise Hull in Ninnau.

Review & Interview

Review by Steve Dube in the Western Mail

An Interview With Peter Griffiths

Twenty Reasons To Read 'Tongue-Tied'

1. "Peter did a magnificent job of story telling" - K.G, Denver, CO.

2. "I loved the book from cover to cover" - M.F. Penclawdd S.Wales.

3. "I think it was wonderful" A.C., Littleton, CO.

4. " Author Peter griffiths weaves an epic tale full of family struggles and secrets" from a review by Marti stewart in 'The Villager' newspaper in South Denver.

5. "I admire your skill as a wordsmith"  - P.D. Surrey UK.

6. "Crikey! What a delight!" - K.W. Denver CO.

7. "Loved the book, so did my daughter" - E.M , Milwukee, WI.

8. "Pa bryd ydych yn planio teledu special?" S.S O'R U.D.

9. "You tell a very good story peter bach!!" J.E., Denver, CO.

10 "His book aims to entertain, but also glorify Wales, its people and its language. It does all of that." from a review by Steve Dube in the Western Mail Cardiff.

11. "Unforgettable" - M.B., Denver, CO.

12. "My mother, who finished it in five days, absolutely loved it." - S.F., Penarth, S. Wales.

13. "Tongue-Tied kept me up longer than I wanted every night." - L.H., Maui, HI.

14. "I finished TT at the hospital and was sorry when it was over." - A.F. , Lakewood, CO.

15. "Wedi mwynhau tongue tied yn fawr iawn, reit i'r dudalen olaf." - E.O , Dolgellau, N. Wales.

16."Tongue-Tied trills with grace notes on every page as it synchronizes the harmonies of bloodlines and brotherhood in this sensational literary aria" from a review by Mary McWay Seaman in the Celtic Connection, Denver.

17. "It kept me intrigued and involved." - T.D., Sebastopol, CA.

18. "I love your book...a good read." - L.N. , englewood, CO.

19. "I truly enjoyed your book Peter, lovely, lovely story." - C.P., Centennial, CO.

20. "Congratulations, Peter, on a great story." - D.R.B., CO, USA.