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Eastern Daily Press • 22 June 2022

I tried sensory deprivation – This is what happened | EXPERIENCE

Charles Bliss goes on a voyage to inner space at Float Norwich, where sensory deprivation tanks and a cryogenic chamber offer a unique wellness retreat.

Charles Bliss • 15 August 2023

Where can I get reliable information on psychedelics? | DRUGS

A new platform from Lucid News aims to provide trustworthy educational resources for the psychedelically naïve.

Bentley Magazine • 7 November 2024

Cai Guo-Qiang or How I learned to stop worrying and love the bomb | ART

Cai Guo-Qiang harmonises violence and beauty through his mastery of an extraordinary medium. Charles Bliss takes a look at the explosive artist setting the contemporary art world alight.

Eastern Daily Press • 15 October 2020

How this Norwich start-up is revolutionising the fashion industry | ENVIRONMENT

Colorifix is a biotechnology company based at Norwich Research Park developing a sustainable method of dying fabrics that is turning the textiles industry green.

Eastern Daily Press • 26 August 2022

‘I signed a disclaimer saying I wouldn't make nuclear weapons’ | LIFESTYLE

Charles Bliss interviews Dr Dan Self, chairman of the Breckland Astronomical Observatory, to discuss the mind-blowing multiplicities of outer space.

Royal Ascot Magazine • 7 November 2024

Suits you, Sir – Menswear at Royal Ascot| FASHION

You won't want your outfit looking flat at the world's most famous and distinguished Flat race meeting. Charles Bliss provides a gentleman's guide to menswear at this year's Royal Ascot.

AGA Living Magazine • 7 November 2024

What is chrononutrition and why does it matter? | HEALTH

We're told you are what you eat, but recent studies now says you are WHEN you eat. Charles Bliss investigates the philosophy behind the phenomenon of chrononutrition.

Charles Bliss • 7 November 2024

On ayahuasca: ‘It was the first time in my life I’ve ever felt self-love’ | DRUGS

In this investigative feature, Charles Bliss finds out how an illegal ayahuasca retreat in East Anglia changed one young woman's life for the better.

Eastern Daily Press • 7 November 2024

Dr Feelgood guitarist inspired me to never give up | MUSIC

Kitty Perrin is a singer-songwriter and radio presenter making gorgeous noises in the city of stories. Charles Bliss reports on how young creatives like her play a vital role in the regeneration of our cultural landscape.

Eastern Daily Press • 14 January 2024

Norwich booksellers boost community wellbeing with creative events | CULTURE

Creative events such as book clubs and literary festivals are reimagining the role of reading as a social exercise in the aftermath of the pandemic to build healthier communities.

ABOUT

I am a writer and journalist based in Norwich, UK. I hold a Diploma in Journalism from the National Council for the Training of Journalists (NCTJ). I also have a Master of Arts degree in creative writing from the University of East Anglia.

I publish regularly in newspapers including the Eastern Daily Press, Norwich Evening News, East Anglian Daily Times and Cambs Times. I have also written features for Bentley Magazine, Royal Ascot Magazine, AGA Living Magazine, Harley-Davidson Magazine and more.

I publish a blog and newsletter about psychedelic journalism and am currently writing a book of creative non-fiction. My fiction has been published in Ambit and Aesthetica.

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CONTACT

You can contact me via email or the contact form below.

Email: charles@charlesbliss.com

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