Category: anthology
A Way With The Fairies by Brona McVittie
A Way with the Fairies is a captivating folklore anthology that delves into the mysterious world of fairies, myths, and legends as they have been remembered, whispered, and reimagined across generations. Rooted in Irish tradition yet reaching outward to stories from across Europe, the collection brings together poems, songs, and retold tales that blur the boundary between the natural and the otherworldly. Fairies here … Read More A Way With The Fairies by Brona McVittie
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My Most Read Reviews of 2024
This was a new one for me in 2022, but I do love a good list. These books were not necessarily published this year – in fact Miss Benson’s Beetle was top for three years. This time it’s The Lost Bookshop which is also one of my favourite books. And Team Olaf’s Mutt Strutt Book for Maggie’s is up there still. I still don’t … Read More My Most Read Reviews of 2024
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Killing Nan and other crime short stories by Keith Wright
Following on from the previous ‘Killing…’ series of short story anthologies ‘Killing Nan and other crime short stories’ has twelve stories each with a sting in the tail. Killing NanThe Care Home staff picked on the wrong old lady. A Family GatheringA School trip reveals a heartbreaking family secret. The BeastThe reason for the poor man’s disfigurement and increasing insanity becomes clear in devastating … Read More Killing Nan and other crime short stories by Keith Wright
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My 8 Most Read Reviews of 2023
This was a new one for me last year, but I do love a good list. These books were not necessarily published in 2023 – in fact Miss Benson’s Beetle has been top for the last three years. Miss Benson’s Beetle by Rachel JoyceThere’s hardly a day goes by when someone doesn’t visit this review and I am not sure how or why. It … Read More My 8 Most Read Reviews of 2023
+ anthology, crime fiction, female friendship, fiction, friendship, murder, murder mystery, obsession, review, secrets, short stories, short story
Marple by Various
A brand-new collection of short stories featuring the Queen of Mystery’s legendary detective Jane Marple, penned by twelve remarkable bestselling and acclaimed authors. This collection of a dozen original short stories, all featuring Jane Marple, will introduce the character to a whole new generation. Each author reimagines Agatha Christie’s Marple through their own unique perspective while staying true to the hallmarks of a traditional … Read More Marple by Various
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The Haunting Season: Ghostly Tales for Long Winter Nights by various
Winter, with its unsettling blend of the cosy and the sinister, has long been a popular time for gathering by the bright flame of a candle, or the warm crackling of a fire, and swapping stories of ghosts and strange happenings. Now eight bestselling, award-winning authors – master storytellers of the sinister and the macabre – bring this time-honoured tradition to vivid life in … Read More The Haunting Season: Ghostly Tales for Long Winter Nights by various
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Music of the Night by Martin Edwards (Editor)
Music of the Night is a new anthology of original short stories contributed by Crime Writer’s Association (CWA) members and edited by Martin Edwards, with music as the connecting theme. The aim, as always is to produce a book which is representative both of the genre and the membership of the world’s premier crime writing association. The CWA has published anthologies of members’ stories … Read More Music of the Night by Martin Edwards (Editor)
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Dog About Town – Bob’s Lockdown in London by Bob
During Lockdown, when rules allowed, Bob found he had some of London’s most extraordinary landmarks all to himself… When the UK was in lockdown, the usually heaving streets of London emptied and the city became unrecognisable. Mini Labradoodle Bob is furry, soft, and lovable. In Dog About Town, we get to see the beauty of London from his dog’s eye view. Follow Bob as … Read More Dog About Town – Bob’s Lockdown in London by Bob
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Afraid of the Shadows by various
STORIES THAT GO BUMP IN THE NIGHT Crime fighting duo, Tilly and Poe solve a mystery from inside a pantomime horse in an exclusive short by Gold Dagger winner, M.W. Craven. A psychopath takes Trick or Treating a step too far. And a woman’s dream of a quiet life is shattered by a knock on the door. Afraid Of The Shadows is a collection … Read More Afraid of the Shadows by various
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My 8 favourite books of 2020 second half
Earlier this year I published my Top 8 books of the first half of 2020. These are my Top 8 books of the second half of the year. There are so many more, but I have tried to cut it down. Her Last Words by Kim Kelly There is something very personal about Her Last Words. It feels as though the author has lived it … Read More My 8 favourite books of 2020 second half
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Afraid of the Christmas Lights: An Anthology of Crime Stories
by Mark Billingham, Val McDermid, Rachael Blok, Heather Critchlow, Sara Collins , Elle Croft, James Delargy, Clare Empson, Jo Furniss, Sophie Hannah, T.E. Kinsey, N.J. Mackay, S.R. Masters, Phoebe Morgan, Dominic Nolan, Robert Scragg, Victoria Selman, Kate Simants, Adam Southward, Harriet Tyce Festive Shorts from the Biggest Stars in Crime Fiction My Review Some of my favourite authors amongst these including Victoria Selman, Phoebe Morgan and James Delargy. I’ve selected a few of the ones I enjoyed the most to review. An Unexpected Present by … Read More Afraid of the Christmas Lights: An Anthology of Crime Stories
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Christmas Cookie Cozies: A Holiday Cozy Mystery Anthology
2020 is going to be the coziest holiday season yet with cozy mysteries from Ava Mallory, Summer Prescott, Jenna St. James, Laina Turner, Gretchen Allen, Joanna Campbell Slan, S. C. Merritt, Minnie Crockwell, Mona Marple, Rachael Stapleton and Loraine Hudson – along with their favourite holiday cookie recipe! #ChristmasCookiesCozies2020 @damppebbles #damppebblesblogtours Facebook @damppebblesblogtours A fabulous collection of ‘long’ short stories – each one is almost a … Read More Christmas Cookie Cozies: A Holiday Cozy Mystery Anthology
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