Me, my books, my inspiration.
1. My job
2. My books
3. The inspiration behind my books
4. Agatha Christie’s Plays
5. Agatha Christie’s Books
6. My favourite thing
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🗡️ Shortlisted!
Murder at the Matinee has been shortlisted for a CWA Whodunnit Dagger Award.
I’m absolutely blown away this. Congratulations to all the other authors that have made the list too, I hope I’ll be able to see you all at the awards later in the year!
#crimefiction #bookawards #crimefictionauthor #author #authorlife #books
Had a great time celebrating the publication of Zac Hammett’s latest rom-com INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS!
Fake dating, international politics and the theatrical all collide in this entertaining M/M romance.
#Booklaunch #romcom #mm #authorevent #booksta
I visited Coggeshall for an event held by @friendsofcoggeshalllibrary , which I think officially makes me their newest friend!
I had a really fun time chatting with @katy_greenwood about my historical crime fiction books set in the theatre and answering questions from the friends.
The evening finished off with a few signed books over a glass of wine! I would definitely recommend you keep an eye out for the next event by this friendly group and help support this local library đź“š
#locallibrary #authorevent #bookevent #eveningsout #essex
This latest book by @jm_hall_writer is a thrilling twisty crime novel which is made even more brilliant by the inclusion of sleeper trains and theatrical goings on! I really enjoyed trying to unpick the puzzle of the mystery at the centre of this book.

Complex characters and a vivid setting really bring this book to life (including a visit to everyone’s favourite cliffside theatre, the Minack!)

Definitely pre-order this book from @hodderbooks so you can get your copy when it comes out 28th May.
#bookrecommendations #reading #preorder #books #crimefiction
Very excited to receive a copy of @jm_hall_writer ’s latest!
Sleeper trains, mysterious goings on and the Minack Theatre? I can’t wait to get started on it.
(I had to make do with a tube train and not a sleeper for the video!)
It’s published by @hodderbooks and out at the end of May.
#bookmail #books #bookish #reading #newbook
Happy publication day!
@alessandra_ranelli first told me about this book what feels like years ago… I loved the location, the characters, the “slutty cosy” pitch – everything!
I’m so thrilled to finally see it on bookshelves and it deserves every success. Buy a copy if you haven’t already!
#murderatthehotelorient #cosymystery #books #booksta #bookshop
A lovely sunny day for my trip to Manchester for @crimecentral_ 🔍
Hosted by @robparkerauthor and sharing the stage with @isabelle_broom@heidiamsinck and @drlucyandrew .
@manchestercentrallibrary was a gorgeous location to be in and @blackwellsmcr were there to sell some of our books. A really fun and enjoyable night and I’m definitely going to try and go again to see other authors if I can!
#authorevents #manchester #library #books #travel
🖨️ First printed draft!
Did I have to put the blood spatters on the cover? No. But whenever printing and binding is involved, you know I can’t resist being a bit extra…
Still plenty of work to be done, but you still can’t beat pen and paper 📝
#firstdraft #writing #crimefiction #books #authorsofinstagram
🪏 Cant wait to dig into this exciting new book mail from @likely_suspects
A PLOT TO DIE FOR is the first in a mystery series from @ardalohanlon which follows a celebrity gardener who returns to his hometown and finds himself not only participating in the local gardening competition but also solving a murder or two.
Published by @simonschusteruk and out 7th May
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