Author Charles.G. Fournel is holding a book event at Halesworth Library on 12th November 2022 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM. The author will discuss his three historical fiction novels, Rise of the Maquis, A Soldier's Conscience and A Quest to Get Home Bound. Readers are encouraged to participate in the event. Rise of the Maquis, A Soldier's Conscience and A Quest to Get Home Bound are historical novels set against the backdrop of World War Two. The books depict soldiers, civilians and resistance groups fighting for their country, their freedom and survival. The author’s deep interest, thorough research and writing style allow for a perfect authentic reading experience. Charles.G. Fournel was raised in a small seaside town in Suffolk, England. He writes books in the historical fiction genre, specifically the period of World War Two. He has an interest in this era due to his family connections in the Allies and Axis during the war.

Author Derrick E. Brown is collaborating with the Computer Conservation Society to host a virtual presentation to explore the birth of the barcode in the early seventies. The presentation is scheduled for 19th January 2023, starting at 9:30 PM, and will be conducted through Zoom. Topics like the interface, testing, implementation, and commercialization of the barcode will be discussed. Learn more details about the event here. An Unexpected Development is an autobiographical novel detailing the coming of age of author Derrick E. Brown during the electronic age, when paper recordkeeping was replaced by leading-edge systems, and what it meant for him as a professional in the IT field. Throughout the book, he recalls insightful incidents and offers suggestions for the software companies of today. Order your copy of the book here. Derrick E. Brown was born during the Second World War in London. Most of his childhood was spent near the Essex coast. He studied mechanical engineering and worked as an engineer before starting up his own training business in Melbourne, Australia. He is now retired and spends time backpacking and adventuring.

A book launch event for Portia Stanton-Noble's new murder mystery romance novel, Pretty Dead Ordinary, is organized on 18th December 2022, from 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM at The Estonian Hall Bar, 200 Jeffcott Street, North Adelaide. Signed copies of her book will be available for purchase. The event will also feature a remarkable performance by Flavella L'Amour, a serpent dancer. Pretty Dead Ordinary is a mysterious novel investigating a murder. Everyone starts suspecting Senior Detective Phillip Duncan as a murderer in the small South Australian town. It is challenging for Detective Duncan to find the killer and prove himself innocent. Portia Stanton-Noble is an outstanding writer. Currently, she is living with her son in the scenic Gilbert Valley region, South Australia. The author was born and raised in Melbourne but migrated to Australia. She is passionate about writing and works on her new books in her spare time.  

Author Karen Cartmell is all set to hold an author meet and greet event on 24th January 2023 to promote her newest publication, A Vanished Hand. The event will commence at 10:00 AM at Victoria Rd, Consett DH8 5AT, United Kingdom. Readers are encouraged to stop by to get to know more about the budding author. A Vanished Hand is the perfect mixture of crime, horror and supernatural elements. It follows the story of Kate, who is haunted by a ghost of a serial killer. When she is accused of murder, she must solve this ghostly mystery before she runs out of time. You can order a copy of this thrilling novel here. Karen Cartmell was born and raised in Durham, England. She moved to New Zealand to pursue her bachelor’s degree but returned to England for higher studies. She has had an extensive career in the education sector, working as a teacher in a remote school in Otago and later teaching in comprehensive schools all over northeast England.

Join author Donnchadh Mac Gabhann for the highly-anticipated book launch of The Long Shadow on February 2nd, where he will read some excerpts and answer any questions you may have about his latest work. The book will be launched by podcast host Pranav Darshan on Zoom from 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM. To secure your spot at this virtual launch, visit Eventbrite and book your place now.  The Long Shadow is a thought-provoking novel set against the backdrop of a post-pandemic world. It tells the story of a city divided by two oppressive civilizations, each vying for power and control, all while a series of mysterious murders prompt an investigation. Get a copy of the book here. Donnchadh Mac Gabhann was raised in rural Northern Ireland. From a young age, he became interested in the diverse patterns of behaviour in people. This curiosity led him to study history and political science at Trinity College Dublin and has since driven him to pursue further education at Uppsala University, where he is specializing in Holocaust and Genocide Studies to gain a deeper understanding of human nature.

Celebrate World Book Day with an exciting author event featuring John Ingham, who will be discussing his captivating book, Blood-Eagle Saga. The event will take place on Thursday, 2nd March, from 7 PM to 9 PM at the Caterham Valley Library. Don't miss the chance to meet the author and learn more about this exciting tale! Get more details here. Blood-Eagle Saga is a thrilling Viking adventure set in the frozen midwinter. The tale follows the rival longships of Viking warriors Grim and Asgeir as they journey across the Atlantic in search of treasure and honour but find themselves in the midst of a fierce battle with the native Americans. Get the book here. John Ingham has a PhD in History from Durham University. He joined the Daily Express as an editor in 1989 and was awarded the environment and energy prize at the Press Gazette’s British Journalism Awards for his outstanding environmental reporting in 2021. In his free time, he enjoys football, cooking, birdwatching, writing and travelling.

Our highly esteemed author, Alice Vye Henningway, will be conducting a book reading session for her book, Nyika, I Love You, in the Maa-Lai Library on 25th February 2023, from 2:30 pm to 5 pm. This is a fantastic opportunity for readers to meet the author in person, and also gain insight into the inspiration behind the book. Nyika, I Love You is a deeply moving story about the power of friendship between two women from different backgrounds. Set against the backdrop of Zimbabwe's civil war, the novel explores the strength of the connection between Joanna, the daughter of a white employer, and Nyika, her black maid. As their bond grows, they navigate the turmoil of the conflict and find that their bond is unbreakable. Buy the book here. Alice Vye Henningway was raised in Zimbabwe and had a deep love for the African bush and its wildlife. Her family travelled to the Cape of Good Hope before the 1850s, and Alice has drawn on these experiences to write her next novel, "The Flamboyant," with the help of her uncle, who is an established author.

Our talented author, Ken Ward, will be holding a book signing and author talk for his book, Time for Revenge, on February 16th, 2023, at 7:30 PM at the Golden Lion Hotel in Hunstanton. The ticket price is £10 each. To book a ticket, please reach out to Adrian via email at [email protected] or by phone at 01485522349. Time for revenge is a creepy thriller read featuring detective Inspector Ray Keane as he delves into a personal and complex case involving two murdered bodies and a small village in turmoil. Will he be able to uncover the truth and bring a sense of relief to all involved? Find out here. Ken Ward is an active member of a writing group since 2008. He resides in Norfolk with his wife Jan and two poodles. After publishing a short story in a magazine, he created the character of Detective Inspector Ray Keane, who has been featured in his three books so far, with "Time for Revenge" being the latest. He is full of inspiration and has many ideas for the future.