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I don’t know about you, but if there’s one thing I live for, it’s a thriller that grabs me by the throat, whispers something wildly inappropriate in my ear, and refuses to let go until I’ve questioned my sanity and Continue reading 5 Unhinged Thrillers You Need on Your TBR — Dark, Twisted & Completely Addictive! #bookrecommendations #thrillerbooks→

Crime fiction fans, in case you missed the BIG news…The Crime Writers’ Association has revealed that Mark Billingham is the 2026 recipient of the prestigious CWA Diamond Dagger, the highest honour in the crime-writing world… and honestly, I’m buzzing. For Continue reading Mark Billingham Awarded the 2026 CWA Diamond Dagger – A Landmark Moment for Crime Fiction! #CWA #DaggerAwards→

I know, I know…I’m late to the party again but better late than never! Catching up with Harrogate International Festivals announcements about the 2026 Theakston Old Peculier Crime Writing Festival, and honestly… I’m counting down the days. If you thought Continue reading Lisa Jewell Takes the Helm for a Blockbuster 2026 Theakston Old Peculier Crime Writing Festival – Headliner Line-Up Revealed→

HOT OFF THE PRESS FROM BLOODY SCOTLAND! (OK…so the news is already out there, but you may have missed it!)  If you know me, you know Bloody Scotland is basically my version of Christmas and one of my favourite festivals Continue reading Bloody Scotland Press News… and a Wee Bit of Judging from Me! #PressRelease #BookEventNews #Writing #Reader→

Emotionally attached to fictional characters… When Sebastian from BOOKEDTEES got in touch and asked if I’d like to collaborate with him to spread the word about his book lover shirts… how could I possibly say no? We all know I’m a sucker Continue reading When Books Meet Tees – And a Little Bit of Good for the Planet #NationalBookLoversDay #BookedTees→