Gateshead folk: I’m doing a meet the author event this evening at Pelaw library at 7pm, for my Poppy Denby Books. Then at Blaydon next Friday, 2pm. Do come along if you can and tell your friends and family. Further details here.
WF Howes to publish ‘large print’ Poppy Denby books
I am delighted to announce that I have just signed a contract with W.F. Howes Publishers to produce ‘large print’ versions of all my Poppy Denby books. They will produce hard back and paperback copies and will supply libraries and bookshops worldwide (except in the USA – sorry chaps). https://www.wfhowes.co.uk/
Newcastle Noir Crime Festival
I was honoured to be asked, along with Kate Shackleton author Frances Brody, to open the fringe of the Newcastle Noir Crime Festival last week. We spoke to a packed audience about the Golden Age of Crime Fiction and the pros and cons of writing books set in the 1920s. Thanks to the wonderful Dr Jacky Collins and her team of volunteers at the Newcastle Literary and Philosophical Society for a fantastic weekend.
Noir at the Bar
I shall be joining with some other crime and mystery readers and writers at Noir at the Bar Newcastle on Wednesday evening. Come along to The Town Wall, Pink Lane at 7pm for fun, friendship and some fiendishly good reads. Free entry.
The Death Beat and 1920s US Immigration Policy
I’ll be giving a talk at Newcastle Central Library at 6pm on Thursday 18 January on the background to The Death Beat. The book is set against the 1921 US Immigration Restriction Act, which has some disturbing parallels with today. Come along for a warm welcome and interesting discussion. The event is free, but please register your interest here. Signed books will be available to purchase.
Joseph’s final adventures
After years of being away from his family, with his father thinking he’s dead, Joseph’s story finally comes to an end. Today, the last two books in the Young Joseph Series have been released. Illustrated by the fabulous Andy Catling.
Joseph and the Fearful Family
The sixth book in the Young Joseph Series
When Joseph’s brothers come to Egypt to ask for food during the famine, Joseph must decide whether to help them or take his revenge.
Joseph and the Hidden Cup
The seventh and final book in the Young Joseph Series
Joseph waits for his brothers to return to Egypt with Benjamin. Will Joseph finally be reconciled with his long-lost family?
