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Lesley Pearse at Exeter Library

Event Date: 
09/10/2018 - 2:00pm
Venue: 
Exeter Library, Castle Street, Exeter

Lesley Pearse is celebrating 25 years in publishing and will be discussing her new book The House Across the Street.

Lesley is a global No.1 bestseller with fans across the world and sales of over 10 million copies of her books to date. One of the nation’s best-loved storytellers, Lesley is a master of the gripping storyline, always introducing her readers to characters that are impossible not to care about or forget. With a ‘Lesley Pearse’ book purchased every 4 minutes in the UK, there is no formula to her books or easily defined genre and, whether historical drama like her No.1...

Devon author celebrates West End book launch

Authored by Claire Small
Posted: Sun, 07/01/2018 - 10:46pm

‘Finding Ray's Key' by Sam Goddard brings a mindful and honest approach to the idea of happiness in children's literature.

At a time when many parents, carers, and children lead disconnected and digitalised lives, the book offers a gentle reminder of the idea of connection - to ourselves, to others, to nature and the real world around us.

For Author Sam Goddard - an experienced Reiki Master Teacher, Stress Management Consultant and Mindfulness practitioner working with both adults and children - the message of this, her first book, is simple but offers some valuable...

Exmouth-based sight impaired author releases novel

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 06/29/2018 - 9:58pm

Exmouth based, visually impaired Author, Paul Stretton-Stephens has launched his latest novel, Shades of Loyalty.

This is the second book in The Jack Jago Thriller Series where Paul himself a veteran, writes about a Jack Jago an ex-Royal Marine and Royal Military Policeman.

When law enforcement agencies in five different locations across two countries can’t solve a string of deadly explosions, a drowning and the theft of £24.25million, it’s time for Jack Jago and his team to join in. Only they don’t have to play by the rules. Undaunted by the possibility that the...

An Evening with Jacqueline Wilson

Event Date: 
24/05/2018 - 6:00pm
Venue: 
Exeter Corn Exchange

The award-winning and bestselling author will be discussing her career and latest book, Rose Rivers. Beautifully illustrated by Nick Sharratt, Rose Rivers is a brilliant new addition to Hetty Feather's world. There will be no book signing after the talk but there will be plenty of opportunity for children to ask questions. Copies of Rose Rivers along with other books by Jacqueline Wilson will be available to purchase from Waterstones on the day. Tickets available from Exeter Corn Exchange: £6 children, £8 adults and £19 includes entry and a copy of Rose Rivers.

*booking fees apply...

Renowned author and palliative care physician Dr Kathryn Mannix to hold presentation and Q&A at RD&E

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Fri, 04/27/2018 - 11:30am

Renowned author and palliative care physician Dr Kathryn Mannix to hold presentation and Q&A at RD&E as part of ‘Dying Matters’ week.

Death, Dying and Wisdom in an Age of Denial; that’s the strapline for the hugely acclaimed book, With the End in Mind, by Kathryn Mannix. Monday 14th May will see her hold two Q&As following presentations linked to her book and her own experiences with end-of-life care. Linked to the RD&E’s involvement in the Dying Matters Week , these two events will provide a unique perspective on the only certainty in life we all face.

Dr....

Author Diane Janes is coming to WHSmith Exeter

Event Date: 
24/03/2018 - 12:00pm
Venue: 
WHSmith , 34/35 The Guildhall Shop Centre, Exeter EX4 3NJ

Diane Janes signing Death at Wolf’s Nick WHSmith The Guildhall Shop Centre, Exeter Saturday 24 March from 12pm

Event Information Come and meet author Diane Janes in Exeter where she will be signing her new book Death at Wolf's Nick.

Description In January 1931, on a lonely stretch of Northumberland road known as Wolf's Nick, flames rose up into the night sky from the neighbouring moorland. Beyond anyone's help, Evelyn Foster lay near her burning car herself engulfed in flames desperately hoping to be found by a passing vehicle. With her last breath she described her...

Kirstie Allsopp in Waterstones Exeter!

Event Date: 
09/12/2017 - 12:00pm

Come and meet Kirstie Allsopp, who will be signing copies of her new cook book:

KIRSTIE'S REAL KITCHEN

Saturday 9th December at 12 noon.

Waterstones Exeter, 252 High Street (by John Lewis)

To reserve a signed copy, please ring 01392 423044, visit www.waterstones.com/events or ask in-store!

Rachel Joyce reading and book signing

Event Date: 
18/07/2017 - 7:00pm
Venue: 
Waterstones Roman Gate, Exeter

On Tuesday 18th July best selling author, Rachel Joyce, will be reading from and signing her brand new novel The Music Shop. The reading and signing will be at Waterstones Exeter Roman Gate (by John Lewis) at 7pm. Tickets are £3 available from the shop or by ringing 01392 423044 Rachel is best known for her book The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry.

'Justice Mirror' Reflects crime correspondent's experiences

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 04/21/2017 - 5:24pm

Simon Hall is well-known as a TV news correspondent, but Simon has an alter-ego who uses his own position as a television reporter to turn detective and solve some extraordinary crimes.

‘I never answer the question of whether my books are autobiographical,' Simon teases. ‘It's much safer that way.'

For 20 years, Simon has covered some of the biggest stories Britain has seen as the BBC's crime correspondent for the South West of England. Now his life is reflected in fiction with the publication of his thriller, Justice Mirror.

Simon's alter ego is Dan Groves, a...

Media manipulation to catch a murderer in Crime Correspondent's new novel

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 04/11/2017 - 10:57am

Simon Hall is well-known as a TV news correspondent, but Simon has an alter-ego who uses his own position as a television reporter to turn detective and solve some extraordinary crimes.

‘I never answer the question of whether my books are autobiographical,' Simon teases. ‘It's much safer that way.'

For 20 years, Simon has covered some of the biggest stories Britain has seen as the BBC's crime correspondent for the South West of England. Now his life is reflected in fiction with the publication of his thriller, Justice Mirror.

Simon's alter ego is Dan Groves, a...

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