Portobello Book Blog

Today I’m joined by Edinburgh writer Rosemary Hector who explains how her collaboration with illustrator Kirralee Fisher came about. It is really interesting to read about what the process was like as they worked on their book Oren Leibowitz – Tuesday. Collaboration across the faultline – a writer and illustrator self-publish Oren Leibowitz – Tuesday … More A Writer and Illustrator Collaborate – Rosemary Hector and Kirralee Fisher

A Secret Rose is the latest timeslip novel from Kirsty Ferry and is set in a beautiful old house in Cornwall. Merryn has travelled from London to help value the art collection at Pencradoc. There is a possibility that she might discover some long lost, very valuable art and she is very excited to get … More A Secret Rose by Kirsty Ferry #review @ChocLitUK @Kirsty_Ferry

I’m pleased to welcome Candice Derman to the blog today. She’s talking about her book Indescribable, the true story of childhood abuse she endured at the hands of her stepfather. Thanks for joining me Candice, first of all, would you tell my blog readers a little about yourself?  I’m a wife, a mother, and a sister. I … More #AuthorInTheSpotlight Candice Derman @i_ndescribable @quartetbooks

This is the 5th in William McIntyre’s series featuring defence lawyer Robbie Munro. However, it’s the first I’ve read and I’m kicking myself that I haven’t read any of the others (so far!) as I thoroughly enjoyed this one. It reads perfectly well as a standalone novel although obviously if you have read the others … More Fixed Odds by William McIntyre #review and #extract @sandstonepress @best_defence

I’m delighted to be sharing my review of Jo Thomas’s new book My Lemon Grove Summer. It’s a book that couldn’t be more summery if it tried! Not just because of the title but just look at that gorgeous cover. Does that not look the perfect place to spend a summer’s afternoon? Zelda is fast … More My Lemon Grove Summer by Jo Thomas #review @jo_thomas01 @HeadlinePG #RandomThingsTours

I’m joined today by Andrew Joyce whose latest novel, Mahoney, was published in May this year. he’s sharing a bit about his journey to publication and his favourite book which features a very long sentence! Thanks for joining me today Andrew. First of all, would you tell my blog readers a little about yourself? My … More #AuthorInTheSpotlight – Andrew Joyce: author of Mahoney @huckfinn76