Order of Iain M. Banks Books
Iain Banks (1954-2013) was a Scottish novelist who wrote science fiction as Iain M. Banks, adding his middle initial, to differentiate between his regular literary fiction and his science fiction novels. He is perhaps best known for his The Culture series of books. Banks has been named one of “The 50 Greatest British Writers Since 1945” by The Times daily newspaper in the UK. (more…)
Order of Lorne Simpkins Books
Lorne Simpkins is a character featured in a series of hard-boiled detective thriller novels by British novelist M.A. Comley. (more…)
Order of M.A. Comley Books
Mel Comley (also known as M.A. Comley) is a British author of mystery novels along with a couple of romance novellas. Her series is the Lorne Simpkins series. She currently lives in France. (more…)
Order of Andrew Clements Books
Andrew Clements is an American author who writes children’s books. He has written a few series, including the Pets to the Rescue series, the Jake Drake series and more. His children’s novel Frindle won several different book awards. He’s also worked as an editor. His books have been translated into many different languages. (more…)
E.L. James’ Husband Signs Book Deal
Written by Julie Vegas on Wednesday, June 27th, 2012The husband of E.L. James, Niall Leonard, has signed a deal with Random House Children’s Publishing to write a gritty young adult novel titled Crusher. It’s a crime thriller about a teen in London accused of murdering his stepfather. (more…)
Jane Austen’s 200 Year-Old Ring Set For Auction
Written by Julie Vegas on Wednesday, June 27th, 2012Wouldn’t it be nice to find out you happened to be the owner of a ring that once belonged to legendary author Jane Austen?
The ring is gold with a blue stone and had been passed down from generation to generation. Descendants of Austen are looking to auction the ring off for approximately £30,000. (more…)
Order of Goldy Schulz Books
Goldy Schulz is a fictional character who is featured in a series of mystery novels by American author Diane Mott Davidson. Goldy is a small-town caterer who spends her spare time solving murder mysteries. Goldy starts out as a newly divorced mother trying to provide for her son in Aspen Meadows, Colorado. (more…)
Order of Diane Mott Davidson Books
Diane Mott Davidson is an American novelist who writes food-themed mystery novels. Davidson got the idea to use food themes from Robert B. Parker. Inside each book, you’ll be able to find several recipes to help bring the food theme to life. Davidson lived across the hall from Hillary Clinton when she was studying political science at Wellesley College. (more…)
Order of Santangelo Books
The Santangelo novels is a romance series by British author Jackie Collins. The series centers around the Santangelo family, including ex-gangster Gino Santangelo and others in his family. The series has been adapted into two separate television mini-series, one being Lucky Chances (based on the Santangelo novels Lucky and Chances) and the other being based on Lady Boss. (more…)
Order of Hollywood Books
The Hollywood series is a series of novels by English author Jackie Collins. The series consists of unrelated characters from book to book, rather focusing on a common theme of the power and celebrity of Hollywood. The first book, Hollywood Wives, was adapted into a ratings hit ABC TV mini-series by Aaron Spelling back in 1985. In addition, Hollywood Wives: The New Generation was adapted into a TV movie in 2003 starring Farrah Fawcett and Melissa Gilbert. (more…)