Pippa Kelly will be hosting a book signing event at a private house in Clapham in late September Local author Pippa Kelly will be signing copies of Invisible Ink and talking about how she came to write it and about her current dementia writing. Free entry, drinks and nibbles. Donations to Dementia UK, the charity that trains and supports Admiral Nurses who care for families of those with dementia.

Join award-winning playwright and author David McCaddon at Timperley Ladies Club as he talks about his time working in law enforcement and signing copies of his incredible book called 'Following Digital Footprints'. 'Following Digital Footprints' is a detective story with a difference. Different sections of a police force are investigating cases of hire car theft, credit card fraud and identity theft using traditional methods supported by ever more sophisticated IT systems. The criminals, meanwhile, become increasingly greedy but appear to be committing their crimes under the radar. The suspense builds, as the police build their case methodically and with the occasional element of luck. There are several twists and turns as the plot races towards a conclusion, and the reader can only wait and see whether the police or the criminals will succeed. David McCaddon has written an enthralling whodunnit by drawing on his many years of experience in law enforcement systems development working with police forces worldwide. The technical details are described with a light touch and this adds to the enjoyment of the novel. A satisfying read.

Join Darwin author Josephine Kennedy Smart Jamieson at Palmerston Library this Friday as she is reading an extract and signing copies of her truly amazing, staggeringly emotional book called 'Last Touch', which is her own memoir of life after the murder of her son. A fantastic read for anyone, her story is one you'll remember for the rest of your lives. Dean Jamieson was murdered on 04/04/2006, leaving an irreplaceable void in the lives of those who held him dear. Dean's mother, Josephine, pens a devastating novel that is a deeply intimate and personal examination of the life and death of her child and the grief that accompanies such a loss. Jamieson critiques the landscape following an untimely death; the support of the social sector and the police, the role of the media and reportage and the effect on family. Jamieson's prose, whilst at times visceral, portrays the emotional weight of burying a child but offers, amongst the darkness, hope. This is a work, whilst being intimate, that transcends the personal and offers solidarity to those who have suffered the loss of a loved one.

Stuart Rees, author of 'A Lover's Country', will be appearing at the Sydney Public Forum on Sunday 24th at 6:30pm. Stuart will be doing a public presentation on issues related to Palestinian human rights. Stuart's book 'A Lover's Country' sheds light on the intrigue, struggle and behind-the-scenes wrangling associated with the nomination of a Palestinian woman for a major peace prize. In the course of their passionate relationship, Tom Markson and his much younger Jewish lover Naomi Branath support a Palestinian leader, Fadeela Qubra who has been awarded an international prize for peace and who knows the details of a murder and a massacre. Fierce opponents of Dr. Qubra want her story suppressed and the award to her canceled. Tom and Naomi find the courage and the stamina to resist the opposition and eventually enable Fadeela to leave Ramallah, fly to Australia to tell her story and receive her award. Despite death threats and opposition from powerful lobbies, human rights are upheld, love triumphs and the story is told. 'Told with a compelling immediacy, 'A Lover's Country' sheds light on the intrigue, struggle and behind-the-scenes wrangling associated with the nomination of a Palestinian woman as the recipient of a major peace prize. With a cast of memorable characters, a tightly crafted plot and touches of memorable poetry, 'A Lover's Country' is an illuminating tale of justice with a hard won message of hope. In particular it is a must-read for anyone interested in the current plight of the Palestinians, Arab Israeli relations, and the presentation of these questions by the Western media.' - William Lane Author of the highly acclaimed novels, Over the Water and The Horses 'This is a beautifully written and engaging story. It traces the kind of love that can only develop when people fight for the rights of others and never waver despite incessant and dangerous opposition. In events set largely in San Francisco, London, Sydney, Jerusalem, and Ramallah, that opposition includes powerful politicians and a compliant media who try to stifle accounts of a murder and a massacre. In spite of the pressures which confront them, the leading characters weather the storms and show how courage defeats compromise, principle overcomes pragmatism and how the passion of gutsy individuals lives up to the ideals of 'A Lover's Country'.' - Adam Courtenay Author of the dramatic, revealing history Amazon Men

Margaret Moore, author of the wonderful historical fiction 'A Street of Secrets', is at Saxmundham Library signing copies of her book. It's time to get your copies signed; this will an opportunity you won't want to miss. Set in the East End of London, Angel Street is home to a variety of characters, who live close together, sharing each other's joys, tears and lives.Ethel's collision with Stan's bicycle raises eyebrows. Why do Stan's solicitors insist on involving the rent collector, in his affairs? Then there is Rose, who appears to be teaching the vicar some of her old ways. When Churchy and Liz decide to investigate, they find more than they bargained for. The next vicar comes as another shock. Meanwhile young Tony is unwittingly apprenticed to burglars, causing problems for one or two other local residents. The new neighbour is a real eye-opener, and what about the mystery lady who stands watching on the corner?With so much change in post-war England, the closeness and support among the street's residents is invaluable. For Ethel, Liz and ever-curious Churchy, life in Angel Street is never dull.

Have the chance to meet Tumelo Moleleki and grab a signed copy of her book 'The Dry Tears of a Bleeding Child' at the Jozi Book Fair on 31st August - 3 September. 2017.    The free festival promotes reading and writing in all South Africa’s languages especially indigenous languages and mother tongues; promotes access and exposure to all the arts, and supports affordable printing to make books accessible and affordable.   Tumelo Moleleki Tumelo is an IT consultant who loves languages. She has a commerce degree, specializing in law. She is multilingual and enjoys reading as well as writing. Tumelo started writing early when she used to dabble at writing books and poetry by hand. She wants to see more people enjoying reading books.   'The Dry Tears of a Bleeding Child' Elizabeth, along with her younger brother, Lawrence, is a virtual slave living on a farm owned by the Forsythes. She depends upon Charles Forsythe, her cruel master, for everything. He extends his hold over her by raping her and as a result she becomes pregnant. It is while she is in hospital giving birth that she glimpses a life that is possible beyond her miserable existence, mainly because of the kindness shown to her by a young white male nurse. Elizabeth has nothing, and even the child, whom she has named Jordan after the young nurse, is taken from her by the Forsythes who rename her.  Her only hope is Charles' mother, a kind lady who visits occasionally from England. Over time she realises the state of affairs and attempts to right the wrongs done to Elizabeth and her brother.  But Elizabeth is not free. A chance meeting with the nurse, now a doctor, again gives her a glimpse of a different kind of life, but a different fear holds her back. Will she ever be free and happy?

Author of both the 'The Darwin Code' and 'The Einstein Code', J.D. Welch, is putting on a 4 week course in code cracking. The course starts TODAY, Friday 11th August, and will run each Friday up till and including Friday 1st September. The course will take place at Heaton's Library each week at 2pm for one hour. 'The Einstein Code': Ben's mother has been kidnapped and the adults don't believe it. They think she's just missing and her employers and the police don't really want to know. The meeting she attended, after all, never took place. But the message she sent Ben tells a different story. To find his mum Ben must follow a perilous trail and solve a series of difficult clues, whilst evading being captured by the kidnappers. With help from his alarmingly clever cousins, Jess and Freddie, as well as some hindrance from his uncle, he investigates her mysterious disappearance. Tormented by conflicting leads and a growing threat, Ben's search becomes increasingly desperate. Can he solve the puzzles and save her, before anything terrible happens to her - or him? 'The Darwin Code': In her book 'The Darwin Code' J.D. Welch uses her love of science and puzzles to help her characters try to solve two mysteries whilst also delivering an interesting and understandable insight into human genetics. Set against a backdrop of the streets and colleges of Oxford, a story of intrigue and suspense unfolds. When young Ben Baxter and his mother Sue escape from a horrific ordeal, their lives remain in danger as they race to prevent a deadly poison being launched. For Ben, this also brings the opportunity to discover the answer to a very important question; who is his father?

Join Sayeh Stone, the author of 'Shaped Animals' at Waterstones, Peterborough, on the 31st August. The reading will take place at 11am where Sayeh will be available to answer questions about her book. Take a look at the book trailer here! 'Shaped Animals' is a great way to enjoy learning and remembering maths and shapes through storytelling. Meet Triangle Tiger who goes on the search to find other shaped animal friends to join his party. On this adventure, you will get to learn about the four main basic shapes through the animals explaining and introducing themselves.