Historical Crime & Mystery
In a beautiful and scenic area of Perthshire, Scotland, between the Aberuchill Hills and the Water of Ruchill, is Cultybraggan PoW camp, known as Camp 21. Initially built in 1941, it was probably intended to be an army camp but instead became a camp for captured Italians. These Italians prisoners were used to supply manpower... Continue Reading →
Welcome to my new Blog Series, Historical Fiction Author of the Month. Each month, I will showcase a different historical fiction author. Their books will range from romance to mystery and adventure, and will be from many different eras. I hope you discover a new author and their work to enjoy. Happy reading! In this... Continue Reading →
Today, I am delighted to host William Todd on my blog. I'm a huge fan of his writing, in particular his Sherlock Holmes tales, which I highly recommend. I'm looking forward to reading this new book and you can find out a little bit more by reading on. A Summer with the Hermit King 1888.... Continue Reading →
I am absolutely delighted to host Alison on my blog today as part of her current book blog tour. Alison kindly gives us some insights into writing 'alternative' historical fiction, which I am sure you will find as fascinating as I do. World building is such an integral part of historical fiction. Alison's latest book,... Continue Reading →
Today on the blog, I am delighted to be hosting William Todd, one of my favourite authors. William's new release, Murder in Keswick, a Sherlock Holmes mystery, is a great read. You are very welcome, William, could you tell us a little bit about the background to the book? I always enjoyed the stories of... Continue Reading →
Today in the Library we have Kathryn Gauci, who has dropped in to say hello and to share some insights into her life as an author. You are very welcome, Kathryn, please introduce yourself: Kathryn Gauci Thank you for inviting me to the Library, Pam. It’s great to be here with you. I was born... Continue Reading →
Today is Publication Day! Initially, I hesitated to write a story set during World War 2, unsure what I could bring to it that would be unique. And then it dawned on me that few had written about the war from a neutral Irish perspective. Luckily, all I had to do was delve into my... Continue Reading →
This evening in the Library we have Marcia Clayton who has dropped in to say hello and to share some insights into her life as an author. Good evening, and thank you for inviting me for a chat, Pam. I live in North Devon in the South West of England, and I am a farmer’s... Continue Reading →
Keep Calm and Carry On! This could not be more appropriate when describing what became known as 'Blitzmas'. In December 1940, Hitler's Luftwaffe was doing its best to wipe British cities off the map. But the British public were having none of it and were determined to have the best possible holiday they could. Time... Continue Reading →
Abbey Gardens, where it all started in No Stone Unturned It has been a hectic year, working on many different projects, including Her Secret War and Her Last Betrayal for Avon Books UK. However, as you probably know, my Lucy Lawrence Mystery Series is very close to my heart. Therefore, I am delighted to announce... Continue Reading →
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