2022 News

Frinton Literary Festival, with Paula Hawkins

20-10-22

I might not live in Frinton anymore, but I’m still involved with the literary festival and it was my absolute pleasure to kick off the proceedings with the regular Thursday night Crime and Wine event. I interviewed the globally-bestselling author of The Girl on the Train, Paula Hawkins, and her editor, Sarah Adams. Sarah has also edited all four of my books, so it was really interesting to talk to them both about not only Paula’s amazing books, but the editorial process itself.

Capital Crime Festival

30-09-22

The Capital Crime Festival took place in Battersea Park this year. I was moderating a panel called Home is Where the Crime is with Stuart Neville, Eva Björg Æegisdottir and husband-and-wife writing team, Nicci French. It was blowing a gale outside this tent and I wished I’d put my thermals on, but luckily the cold didn’t stop us and the conversation flowed!

Waterstones Liverpool, with Tess Gerritsen

20-07-22

After a couple of stops for book signings at Waterstones in Chester and Birkenhead, we arrived at the famous Waterstones, Liverpool one with its wonderful Beatles backdrop to the stage. It was a real thrill to be sitting here alongside Tess!

Waterstones Brentwood, with Tess Gerritsen

19-07-22

I’ve long been a fan of Tess Gerritsen’s writing, so it was a real honour to be able to interview her. It was the hottest day of the year so far, but thankfully the Brentwood Waterstones had very efficient air-conditioning! As soon as this event was over, we were whisked back to London for the night, ready for our journey to Liverpool the following day.

Crime Central, Manchester Central Library

30-06-22

This was the second in a series of crime author panels held at Manchester Central Library and moderated by author and podcaster, Rob Parker. I was delighted to be invited to appear alongside fellow authors Russ Thomas and Stephanie Sowden. The library is a very impressive building and it was a lovely evening with one or two familiar faces in the audience.

A visit to Transworld’s fabulous new offices

29-06-22

Today was really special. Not only did I get to have a celebratory lunch with my editors, agent, publicist, marketing manager and cover designer, but I was also given a tour of Transworld’s fabulous new offices in Embassy Gardens, Nine Elms. I was thoroughly spoiled and came away with a bottle of champagne and a tote bag full of amazing books.

Woodbridge Emporium: Book Signing

27-06-22

Woodbridge Emporium, near Ipswich, is another independent bookshop which has recently changed ownership. Susie Keepin, the new owner, invited me along to sign books and meet customers. It was a very jolly morning!

Halesworth Books, Suffolk

24-06-22

We had a great turnout at this small, independent bookshop in Halesworth, near Southwold, owned by Abbie Clements. The audience was fantastic and asked lots of really interesting questions. The top layer of cake from the event in Colchester the night before was still intact, so I brought it along. Needless to say, by the end of the evening it was totally demolished!

Hardback Publication Day for The Apartment Upstairs

23-06-22

This evening, I did an event at Waterstones, Colchester, with fellow author, Charlotte Northedge, whose debut novel The House Guest came out at the end of May. We were interviewed by the wonderful Alison Barrow from Penguin Random House about our books, and because it was my publication day, I ordered a very special cake, pictured above. It was a great evening and that’s my mum with the black handbag sitting in the front row!

The Apartment Upstairs

Coming soon!!

I’m very pleased to announce that my fourth book will be published on June 23 and is now available to pre-order. (Purchase links and more information can be found on my Books page). The proofs have already landed and I will be visiting lots of bookshops between now and publication day to drop some off. This book was previously called This Girl, That Girl, but as sometimes happens in publishing, titles are reconsidered and changed. I love the new title and am thrilled with its bold (and slightly sinister) orange jacket! And just look at this fantastic quote from the super-talented T.M. Logan! I can’t wait to share it with you.

Bay Tales Live : Keeping the Home Fires Burning

12-02-22

It was a great honour to be invited to participate in the inaugural Bay Tales Live in Whitley Bay, Tyne and Wear. It was a one-day event packed with author panels. Here I am with debut author, Nikki May, and my podcast partner and fellow author, Lauren North, being interviewed by Vic Watson.

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