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Authors in the Media – November 2024

A busy November for agency authors.

Debut novelist Tom Gaisford, whose forthcoming book will be published by Cinto Press, gets a mention in the Guernsey Press’s feature about famous Guernsey authors.

The Bookseller ran an article on the deal, and publication will be supported with an “extensive” marketing and publicity campaign.

Sanctuary follows immigration lawyer Alex Donovan and explores the treatment of asylum seekers in the UK. Donovan “dreams up a madcap plan to claim asylum in his own country”and shines a light on the murky world of asylum in the UK—still a very live issue.

One to watch!

Ed Peppitt was featured in People’s Friend magazine. His book, The Beacon Bike, is out now in hardback and audio.

The Beacon Bike is the inspirational tale of one man’s quest to fulfil the promise he made to himself as a small child, nestled in the bed of an attic room while the glow of Dungeness lighthouse flashed past his window – a comforting, ever-present companion. It is also a loving tribute to the coast; not only its beautiful landscape, but also the communities that make it so special. It celebrates the generosity of spirit found in people around the country, as well as the history of the iconic lights that brighten their world.

Stablemates Daniel Stables and Shafik Meghji will take part in the National Geographic Travel UK Masterclasses in the new year, on the panel for ‘The Art of Travel Writing’ virtual workshop on 20 Jan.

Josh Nelken-Zitser received the prestigious AxelSpringer Award for Change, for his article with Ida Reihani for the Journalistic Piece of the Year for their story on Iran’s funding of gender-affirming surgeries.

Josh is a Senior News Reporter at Business Insider’s London bureau, covering breaking news, foreign affairs, and US politics.

Mira Harrison launched her new novel One in Three in London. This coming-of-age story tells of a young doctor struggling with the demands of endless hours on call in NHS hospitals. Set in 1989 against the backdrop of the unfolding AIDS epidemic.

Mira is a doctor-turned-writer, who trained in the NHS. Mira has published two medical textbooks and two collections of stories about women working in public hospitals. Originally from Watford, Mira studied at Southampton University Medical School and pursued a career in obstetrics and gynaecology. She has worked in hospitals in England and New Zealand. One In Three is her debut novel, based on her experiences as a junior doctor.

Finally, Susan L. Schwartz featured in Beau Monde Traveler Magazine explaining the history of the Rob Roy cocktail and how it is made.

Susan runs the Lush Life Manual, and runs cocktail tours in London and Venice, with an accompanying podcast.

 

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Authors in the Media – September 2024

First up, travel writer Shafik Meghji was shortlisted in two categories of the British Guild of Travel Writers Awards. His Adventure.com feature on Dungeness, Winchelsea and climate change is up for the UK travel feature award, while his Evening Standard piece on Indigenous tourism is up for sustainability feature of the year.

His next book, Small Earthquakes (Hurst Publishing), will be published next year.

Mary Novakovich went island-hopping in Croatia for The Guardian, adrift in the Šibenik archipelago. Her memoir My Family and Other Enemies (Bradt Guides) was also featured in Electric Lit’s top 10 must-read books set in Croatia. Her research into her family’s complicated history results in a book that abounds with incredible stories of adversity and resilience, and a hearty dose of delicious meals.

Staying on the travel theme, Ros Belford was featured in The Times, about her recently published memoir Children of the Volcano (September Publishing).

Former bookseller Michael Robb appeared in the Bookseller to announce his debut book Shelf Life (The History Press), out in February next year. Robb commented:

“Books and bookshops have always been an important part of my life. I feel incredibly fortunate that I have worked with books for 40 years, first as a bookseller and then on the publishing side. During that time I have witnessed first-hand the huge changes that our industry has undergone and wanted to document this from my viewpoint… I hope this book will prompt many discussions within the trade. This is a wonderful business full of hard-working and passionate people and I hope I do justice to it in Shelf Life.”

The Conversation ran a terrific feature review of Rikki Stein‘s memoir Moving Music (Wordville). “[…] an astute storyteller as he weaves together a larger narrative about a life of triumphs, tragedies and cautionary tales. From its lush descriptions to its intimate accounts and previously unpublished photos, Stein’s autobiography offers readers a rare insider glimpse into the music business. His writing is rooted in a deep understanding of the industry and the artists who drive it forward.”

Rikki Stein (front left) next to Fela Kuti on his release from jail for his politically outspoken views. Godwin Usidamen/Courtesy Rikki Stein

Finally, Henry R. Schlesinger wrote a piece for AirMail about the original Abercrombie & Fitch where Amelia Earhart, Ernest Hemingway, and Clark Gable all shopped.

His next book The Age of Amateurs was recently bought by Pegasus Books.

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Authors in the Media – May 2024

As Spring is upon us and the season becomes more colourful, agency author Daniel Stables produced a stunning piece in National Geographic about the Phuket Vegetarian Festival. Don’t be deceived by the name – it’s not for the faint-hearted. A 9-day orgy of ritual mutilation, pyrotechnics and meat-free food.

A General Election has been called in the UK, where transparency is one of the buzzword. No better time, then, for Seth Thevoz to write for the Spectator on ‘Why MPs love to hate the register of interests‘. ‘Politicians have long shuddered over a document that provides fertile ground for journalists from which to dig out stories.’ Thevoz says, and cites the seminal journalism of the late Andrew Roth, for exposing such conflicts of interest.

Heading to South America, in the latest issue of National Geogrpahic Travel UK magazine, Shafik Meghji picks out some of his favourite places to stay in Santiago, Chile. Rights to Shafik’s new book, ‘Small Earthquakes’, were recently snapped up by Hurst Publishers.

Ed Peppitt’s uplifting book, The Beacon Bike, was recently published and Ed appeared on BBC Radio 4 twice in the same day. First on Front Row in the morning and then again on Drive in the afternoon. Ed is also on a book tour (not by bike this time!) so catch him in person if you can.

The BBC World Service also interviewed acclaimed music manager Rikki Stein about his memoirs, set to publish in June and now available for pre-order. All About Jazz also described the book as ‘a thrilling page-turner packed with hundreds of stories, vividly told, recounting a life so epic, and one populated by so many extraordinary actors, that a review can only skim across its surface.’