The Portsmouth Writers’ Hub: The Extraordinary Ten

This year, the Portsmouth Writers’ Hub has been revitalised. And in a massive way! Like the Kraken rising from the depths to take on Perseus, it has taken the city by storm, and a tsunami of writers have rolled into town along with it. Tessa Ditner is the lady responsible for this huge sea-change, under…

A Book is not just for Christmas

In this time of peace, goodwill & cheer to all children, women and men – written this way to show loyalty to my reader demographic – spare a thought for our dear friend, The Book. From a long line of clones, squashed tight in substandard living quarters with their man-made brothers and sisters, they can only dream of…

Solent News: Book Review

Just wanted to share a really great piece from Solent News, showcasing work from Portsmouth-based writers. The clip is taken from an interview with talented local writer, Matt Wingett, and includes a mention for Amber Room & Antidote. Always a great feeling to get a nod from your peers. Thanks Matt.

The Amber Book Launch

On Thursday the 12th March, BLACKWELL’S Portsmouth opened their doors for me to launch The Amber Antidote & the new paperback version of The Amber Room. It was an amazing night, for which I’d like to thank Jo and the team at Blackwell’s for being such amazing hosts and for all their support of local…

Amber Antidote Official Paperback Release

The Brand New paperback versions of The Amber Room & The Amber Antidote are now available from Amazon. They’ve had a bit of a face lift as you can see. Hope you like the new designs. Click Here for Amber Room UK Click Here for Amber Room US Click Here for Amber Antidote UK Click…

The Amber Antidote – Out Now!

  02.02 Today is National Sequels Day…well so I was told… It is also the birthday of the Amber Antidote, which is now, yes, right now, available to download on Kindle and other platforms exclusive to Amazon. Click here for Amazon UK Click Here for Amazon US The paperback is being reviewed at proof stages…

The Amber Antidote – Fly My Pretty!

And like a flying monkey from the windowsill of a wicked witch, The Amber Antidote has been officially released. Not to torment a young girl and her dog in this instance, but to inspire and excite readers all over the world, ahem… The Amber Antidote is now available on Pre-Order exclusive to Amazon & will…

The Amber Antidote – Cover Reveal

Hi all, Bit nippy aint it! In the words of a modern-day, Gollum, It’s taters, precious! As promised, ahead of the forthcoming release of the follow-up to The Amber Room next month, here is a sneak preview of the front and back covers for The Amber Antidote. I’m really pleased with it and I hope…

The Amber Room – New Cover Reveal

Firstly, put those chocolates down, it’s January people! Yes, it’s a time to run about, for many, get fit and change all those niggly bits about yourself you don’t like – but it’s  not just people who feel that way and desire a new look…oh no, books love a bit of pampering, so I’ve decided…

Portsmouth Bookfest – Day of the Dead II

Halloween is here! Already? I hear you cry! Yes, I reply… in what was a fairly dull conversation I’d admit, but it does mean that it’s time for Will Sutton’s brilliant – Day of the Dead event. After the success of the sell out event at The Square Tower last year, there will be another…