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Deanna R. Sweeney has a book that is due to be published with us on the 27th April 2017. We caught up with Deanna to discuss her upcoming book and the inspiration that went into it. For more information, follow the link below to access the author's own page: https://www.facebook.com/LegionsOfLilith/ Q: How would you describe Legions of Lilith: The Awakening and who would you say it is aimed at? A: Have you ever seen something out of the corner of your eye and when you turn...

On this day in history, Julius Caeser was murdered, with his alleged last words being “and you, my child?” (to Brutus, one of his attackers). We thought we’d take a look at some other important figures from history, and what their apparent last words were. Charles Darwin - "I am not the least afraid to die." Marie Antoinette – (after stepping on the executioner’s foot) "Pardon me. I didn't do it on purpose." Winston Ch...

Elaine Blick is due to publish her first book with us at the end of the month, having already published several books elsewhere! We asked her about what continues to inspire her, and the historical facts her new novel is based around. How would you describe Hearts Set Free and who would you say it is aimed at? I regard Hearts Set Free as a historical novel set in a modern time frame. I think it should appeal to women twenty years and upwards, particularly those who enjoy novels set in...

Todd Lawson LaTourrette has overcome more than his fair share of hardships. Battling against mental illness and self-destructive behaviours, he is now a published author. His memoir, Consumed, gives an open insight into his illness. His answers to the author life questionnaire are truly inspiring. Did you always dream of becoming an author? My professional career aspirations have always gravitated toward performing, whether on stage or screen. My career as a writer began ou...

Crufts dog show starts tomorrow! So, to celebrate our four legged friends, we’re taking a look at five great books about dogs of all shapes and sizes. Peggy and Me by Miranda Hart Actress and comedian Miranda Hart has also turned her hand to writing and recently produced Peggy and Me, a memoir about her and her life-changing dog, Peggy. You can expect Hart’s usual comic style but also a series of heart-warming stories about her adventures with Peggy the adorable Shih-Tzu B...

Tony Bury has so far published three crime fiction novels with us – the first three books in the Alex Keaton series. He has another book in a new series on the way and is also working on what’s next for Alex Keaton. We asked him about his life as an author and he gave as an enlightening insight, and some great advice for new authors too. Did you always dream of becoming an author? I always dreamed of becoming an actor or a director. In my teenage years, I d...

It’s World Book Day! All over the country children will have been off to school this morning dressed as their favourite fictional characters – and a few grownups might have been off to work doing the exact same thing! We thought we’d take a look at some quick, low effort and yet highly effective World Book Day Costumes. Avery from Spot the Difference by Juno Dawson What better idea for World Book Day than to dress up as a character from a World Book Day book? Avery f...

Sue Woodcock first published with us nearly ten years ago. Currently, she has two works in print with us: Murder at the Brass Cat and Operation Cain: Shepherd’s Mystery. Read on to find out more about her life as an author and the exciting and varied life she’s led up until now. Did you always dream of becoming an author? Not really, but I have always liked writing stories. What was your first job? My first proper job was a police officer. How did you come ...

Mothers’ Day is fast approaching and many of us will be searching for a way to show the most important woman in our life how much we love her. We think books make a much better gift than flowers, here are eight reasons why. Nobody is allergic to books – or at least, nobody that we know of. Books don’t die after a few days – sometimes characters die and it feels like your heart has been ripped out, but that’s another matter. You can reread a book time and t...