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The Collected Works of Billy the Kid Michael Ondaatje (54-62) Melding prose, poetry, imagined interviews and ephemeral photography, Ondaatje weaves together a lyrical reinterpretation of Billy’s short, infamous existence, forming a portrait of a young man, and a young country, borne out of violence, threaded through with disaster, yet rich in wonder. A Particularly Nasty Case Adam Kay (93-98) When a toxic hospital consultant dies of a heart attack, fellow doctor Eitan Rose smells foul play. Nobody else does though, including some quite crucial players like the police and the coroner. A deathly, funny mix of mystery, murder and medicine, A Particularly Nasty Case is the brilliantly original debut novel from Adam Kay, BAFTA-winning author of multi-million global bestseller This Is Going To Hurt . From a very young age, Simon Brading was in no doubt that he was going to be a writer. Life got in the way a bit, though, and it was thirty years before he sat down and put pen to paper. Less than a decade later he has more than twenty books published in various genres of fiction and has no intention of being slowed down by anything except his seven-year-old son's demands on his time. This is Simon Brading's 22nd novel and the eleventh in the ‘Misfit Squadron’ alternative history series. It explores an invasion of the Kingdom of Great Britain by the forces of the Prussian Empire in the summer of 1941. Play Me! Charles Harris (61-70) Celebrated author Charles Harris sees his third novel published, a comedy crime story about a hapless British rock star who finds himself framed for a political assassination in the Caribbean. Before writing novels, Harris made films, many of which won awards. He co-founded the London Screenwriters’ Workshop, the first screenwriters’ workshop in the world, and he has written two books about screenwriting, a collection of short stories and a book on police slang. Transcription of Edward Alleyn's Diary and Account Book Patrick Darby (61-71) This is the first complete and accurate transcription to be easily accessible, and may be found on Patrick’s website www.mydulwichhistory.com , which also contains his newly- published history of Hall Place, a Dulwich mansion dating back The Invasion of Britain Simon Brading (87-94) The epic sequel to Taran Matharu’s instant Sunday Times bestseller, Dragon Rider , in which empires fall and dragons soar. The Threshold and the Ledger Tom McCarthy (78-86) A timely exploration of Austrian writer Ingeborg Bachmann, who was an Austrian poet and author. She is regarded as one of the major voices of German-language literature in the 20th century. In 1963, she was nominated for the Nobel Prize in Literature. to the 13th century. The Tainted Khan Taran Matharu (04-09)
Twelve Post-War Tales Graham Swift (60-66)
IN PRINT A selection of published books from OAs and those in our community.
The remarkable new work of fiction from the Booker Prize- winning author of Last Orders, Waterland and Mothering Sunday . Tender, humane, funny and moving, Swift’s latest work of fiction displays his quietly commanding ability to set the personal and the ordinary against the harsh sweep of history. It is an outstanding achievement, confirming his status as one of the great and subtlest voices of our age. Then ... And Now Again: Trauma and Turbulence in 1931 and Today. Hugh Gault (66-73) In 1931 nations had options about their and the world's future. The outcome for most people was prolonged suffering. History never repeats itself exactly, but there are many resemblances to today's tipping-point. Will the worst be avoided this time round? This book identifies the options as we face another fork in the road. Major Bricket and the Circus Corpse Simon Brett (57-64) Introducing a new, but not-so-amateur, sleuth from another peaceful English village with an alarmingly high death rate… The first mystery in a new series from one of the country’s favorite crime writers - perfect for fans of Richard Osmand, Janice Hallett, Robert Thorogood and M. C. Beaton. Mrs Pargeter's Past Simon Brett Cozy mystery-meets-crime caper in this witty, light-hearted and terribly British novel from Crime Writers’ Association Diamond Dagger-winner Simon Brett. The Fethering Mysteries Books Simon Brett 1,300 pages. Six fiendishly twisty whodunnits, set in a sleepy English seaside town. Two chalk-and-cheese neighbours who team up to make one unbeatable sleuthing duo. Doctor John Forensic Mysteries Dr Keith McCarthy (71-78) A troubled forensic pathologist. A determined criminal lawyer. Together, they’re a formidable crime-solving duo. These tense and twisting medical thrillers are perfect for fans of A.K. Turner, A.J. Cross, Patricia Cornwell and Kathy Reichs. Deeply felt and remarkably tender, Twenty Years Together is a profound exploration of the bonds we create with each other, of the tension between living authentically against the expectations of family and community and, most of all, of desire, romance and love. Tom’s new novel is a shattering and beautiful love story, his most personal and powerful piece of storytelling to date. The Complete Guide to Financial Planning Richard Paddle (84-89) This book is aimed at helping everyone build financial security and independence based on three simple steps of financial planning, for anyone starting their first job to those about to retire. Richard decided to write this book after seeing his own children start their careers and recognising the need for practical financial guidance to help them plan. Twenty Years Together Tom Rob Smith (87-97)
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