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September 21, 2020
H. L. Moore: Death’s Embrace
This morning I’ve got a fantastic new release for you, from H. L. Moore. It’s Soul of Ash, the sequel to Heart of Dust. I’ve been waiting for this second novel in the Death’s Embrace series pretty much since I read Heart of Dust in 2018. They are set in a wonderful, complex world with … Continue reading "H. L. Moore: Death’s Embrace"
September 18, 2020
Garrick Jones: Wheelchair
Today I have an insightful piece from Garrick Jones about the research behind his book Wheelchair. I need to give you content warnings for mentions of sexual violence, PTSD and kink. Garrick is an Australian author who’s books about gay men are all story driven; spies, detectives, murders and epic dramas. Read more about him … Continue reading "Garrick Jones: Wheelchair"
Come and chat to me!
As I may have mentioned in passing (SNORT), Taking Stock is out tomorrow. I am dropping in to chat to a few places over the next day or two, so please do come along and say hello! 8.20 to 8.40pm BST (15.20 EST): Bryce Winters’s Wildflowers. Bryce also has a release, today! So I’m popping … Continue reading "Come and chat to me!"
September 11, 2020
Anne Barwell: Family & Reflection
Today I’d like to showcase Anne Barwell’s re-release, Family and Reflection! It’s a 76k word story, part of The Sleepless City, a shared world with Elizabeth Noble. When a rebel werewolf and a vampire thief fall in love, only one thing is certain—trouble. For as long as Lucas Coate can remember, werewolves have been taught … Continue reading "Anne Barwell: Family & Reflection"
September 8, 2020
Taking Stock: sneak preview
Since it’s not yet available on the wizzy Amazon-viewer thing, I thought you might like a sneak preview of the first chapter of Taking Stock! Chapter 1: Betrayal September, 1971 “What?” Phil said. “You thought I wouldn’t mind?” He swallowed roughly. “We’ve been together for over a year, Richard. There’s some expectation of loyalty comes … Continue reading "Taking Stock: sneak preview"
September 5, 2020
Ofelia Grand: Quinny, Focus!
Let’s welcome Ofelia Grand today, to talk about her new release, Quinny, Focus! about love in the time of social distancing! Thank you for having me here today. I thought I’d swing by and talk a little about my newest release, Quinny, Focus! 2020 Happened and the World Changed Don’t worry, I’m not gonna get … Continue reading "Ofelia Grand: Quinny, Focus!"
September 3, 2020
taking stock: phil & laurie
This week I have some character sketches and what-not going out on social media, talking about the people we meet in Taking Stock. Here they are, gathered for your convenience!
September 1, 2020
interview: Charlie Cochrane
Today the lovely Charlie Cochrane is here to talk about her Cambridge Fellows, Jony and Orlando, her Lindenshaw mysteries and all sorts of other things, too! So, Charlie, why are you ACTUALLY doing this interview? Apart from satisfying my nosiness! Just for fun, of course, and because you’re someone I enjoy chatting to. Endearingly dotty, … Continue reading "interview: Charlie Cochrane"
August 30, 2020
a giveaway
In the spirit of being a marketing supremo, I have set up a giveaway of five copies of Inheritance of Shadows to celebrate the launch of Taking Stock. It runs from now until midnight on the 19th of September and the more you do the clicky thing the more chances you have to win. Inheritance … Continue reading "a giveaway"
August 18, 2020
announcing Taking Stock
Apologies for the utter, utter lack of blogging–my brain has truly not been in the game over the last few months. The Post-Lockdown, New-Me routine is aiming to post something every Tuesday if everything works out with the kids going back to school etc.. And as a first post… DRUM ROLL… Taking Stock is coming … Continue reading "announcing Taking Stock"
