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TRIBUTES have been paid to former Glasgow Times sports reporter and crime writer Bert Mitchell/R J Mitchell following his sudden passing at the age of 56. He was a talented writer.

Zdenka Fantlová obituary by Simon Broughton,  The Guardian, 26 December 2022

Zdenka Fantlová, writer, actor and Holocaust survivor, born 28 March 1922, who described how she survived six Nazi concentration camps during the Holocaust in her book The Tin Ring, died peacefully with her family by her side, in London on 14 November 2022 at the age of 100.

Western Mail
27 August 2022

Features Bob Dylan
and Dylan Thomas

Shindig! Magazine
September issue

****
4 star review

The Mick Ronson Story offers a valuable insight into Ronno, the man who never lost touch with his humble northern roots and who always maintained a powerful sense of who he was and where he came from, despite making the quantum leap from his modest Hull council estate upbringing and job as a gardener with the city’s parks to finding himself catapulted into the spotlight as David Bowie’s creative foil throughout Bowie’s era-defining Ziggy Stardust phase… Always held in great esteem and revered by his peers, this is the long overdue tribute-cum-celebration that Ronno’s distinctive talents and legacy have thoroughly deserved.

and on bass… MO FOSTER!

Featured article in Pipeline Instrumental Review 2022

You can now buy Torquil MacLeod’s Malmö mysteries in Malmö!
Thank you Taste of Britain – winner of the Malmö City Awards Shop of the Year

'‘LET'S DANCE! Fabulous BOWIE BALL line-up confirmed and thin white duke-inspired artist's ceramic tributes arrive at the first DAVID BOWIE WORLD FAN CONVENTION

Amongst those who knew David Bowie, few knew him on as many levels as drummer John Cambridge, whose attendance at the convention has been confirmed. Whilst being on hand at key life events, including Bowie passing his driving test, it was also on the musical front, introducing Bowie to Spiders From Mars guitar legend Mick Ronson and drumming on 1969’s Space Oddity  album, that Cambridge made huge contributions. He visits Liverpool  amongst an enviable line-up of authors after publishing his own autobiography, Bowie, Cambo and All The Hype.’

MarketScreener News 31 March 2022

Fantastic 5 star review in the Record Collector by David Quantick

Bob Dylan by Spencer Leigh

‘ In a work of prodigious research, couples with a sense of time, place and meaning, Spencer Leigh gives us a masterful biography. Veils are lifted. Layers peeled. Dylan’s there.’ 
Liverpool Echo

‘Spencer has managed to capture the life and career of the diverse paradox which is Bob Dylan in a meticulous account which is both thought-provoking and captivating. This insightful biography is a must for all Dylan devotees.’ Anne Pritchard, Number 9

‘It is an epic work which manages to be thoroughly readable and entertaining and, like “Sad-eyed Lady of the Lowlands” or “Murder Most Foul”, is over in no time at all and you are left wanting more.’ John Cornelius

In Happy Healthy Sober, Janey provides a personal, unique and most importantly fun guide to having a fabulous alcohol-free life. She gives you the keys to making sobriety and a healthy lifestyle cool, memorable and tremendously appealing. It is a breath of fresh air.' Dr Gemma Newman

‘A fabulous book from Janey Lee Grace and the perfect book for 2021.’ Jo Wood, author and TV personality

'Janey really hits the mark with Happy Healthy Sober, it's not just a book about quitting drinking, but about getting every ounce of joy and pleasure from life.' WIlliam Porter, author of Alcohol Explained

‘Janey’s book is brilliant at bringing together experts with all sorts of ideas about how you can create and sustain change for the long term. Enjoy!’ Laura Willoughby MBE

‘A helpful, knowledgeable book for anyone looking to discover that sobriety truly does rock.’ Annie Grace, author of This Naked Mind

I Talk to Angels by Beverley Densham

‘…a brilliant insight encouraging us all to connect with our angels every day. Bev makes what can sometimes feel too ‘spiritual’ into something very accessible for us all.’ Janey Lee Grace

‘…a wonderful collection of ideas that will help you to find and connect with your angels. This is a book of inspiration, love and guidance.’ Dame Kelly Holmes

‘Beverley Densham is one of the most sought-after angel experts – let her guide you to your angels through this beautiful book.”’ Katy Moon, Spirit & Destiny Magazine

Mourning in Malmö by Torquil MacLeod

‘Classic mysteries, great plotting and an engaging, intriguing protagonist – make sure the Malmö series is on your reading list.’ Liz Loves Books

‘A series which grabbed me on the first page and hasn’t let go since. It’s an absolute cracker.’ Sue at the Bookbag

‘Character-driven, action-packed, entertaining and playful.’ Cafe Thinking 

‘Feisty Anita Sundström is one of the most fascinating characters I’ve come across in the last couple of years.’ Claire Loves To Read

2024 festival and bookshop events

Tony Black crime fiction author is doing a book tour!

Book launch with Tom O. Keenan author of the new gritty crime fiction thriller The Castle
Waterstones Glasgow
Byres Road
Friday 14th April 7pm

Meet K G Miles

A fascinating evening in the company of David Bowie’s lifelong friend, drummer John Cambridge. With stories of Bowie, Haddon Hall, Mick Ronson and the birth of Glam Rock

Stanford’s Battersea Bookshop, Battersea Power Station, London
Thursday 8 June 2023, 6.30 pm

Bob Dylan in Minnesota

For Bob Dylan enthusiasts and anyone with an interest in the history of music. Join K G Miles in conversation who will take you back to Minnesota and Dylan’s hometown of Duluth.

Meet authors
Rupert Creed & Garry Burnett
in their forthcoming
Mick Ronson Book Tour

Otley Courthouse Saturday 1 July 8pm

Barnsley Lamproom Sunday 17 September 7.30pm

Old Woollen, Farsley, Leeds Sunday 15 October 8pm

Square Chapel Halifax
Saturday 28 October

Come and join Jeff Towns author of The Two Dylans who will be in conversation with Cerys Matthews at The Waterfront Museum Swansea 7.30pm 8th December 2022

Meet Karen Falconer author of The NLP Professional at the 2023 NLP International Conference

Blackwells Manchester
February 2023

Meet the authors of
The Mick Ronson Story
Rupert Creed and Garry Burnett

Wrecking Ball Hull
24th September 2022

Book launch with live music!

To celebrate the launch of their new book The Mick Ronson Story authors Rupert Creed and Garry Burnett present an evening of stories, film clips and music into the life and career of one of the city’s finest musicians

More Information

24 November 2022
6pm – 7pm
The Cultural Institute, Swansea University

Bob Dylan and
Dylan Thomas:
The Two Dylans

Join K G Miles and Jeff Towns to discuss the strange and wonderful connections and coincidences, shared passions and associations that tie these two cultural icons - Bob Dylan and Dylan Thomas.

Reserve your free place

Waterstones Swansea
18th August 6:30pm

Meet the authors of
Bob Dylan and Dylan Thomas: The Two Dylans.

Free tickets available on the Waterstones website.

Book your ticket to join
K G Miles and Jeff Towns in conversation about
The Two Dylans
Mumbles Tabernacle
19th August 7.30pm

Join Keith's Miles at Chapter Two Community Bookshop, Chesham on 19 May 2022

Meet author and Beatles’ expert Spencer Leigh at the International Beatle Week Convention in Liverpool 24-30 August 2022

https://www.internationalbeatleweek.com/

John ‘Cambo’ Cambridge is speaking at the David Bowie World Fan Convention 17-19 June 2022

https://bowieconvention.com/line-up

See Karen Falconer at the International NLP Conference 20th – 22nd May 2022

Virtual | NLP International Conference Ltd | England (nlpconference.com)

The University of Tulsa Institute for Bob Dylan Studies is hosting a conference on the 24 May to celebrate Bod Dylan’s 80th birthday – featuring K G Miles, author of Bob Dylan in London and Bob Dylan in the Big Apple

https://dylan.utulsa.edu/dylan-80-may-24-monday-program/

Penlee House Gallery and Museum are holding the Laura Knight: A Celebration exhibition 17 May – 16 September 2021. The exhibition, with over 70 artwork, follows the blossoming of her career on the Cornish coast, through the war years, work in portraiture and with marginalised communities such as the Gypsy dynasties of Malvern.

https://www.penleehouse.org.uk/exhibition/laura-knight/

Penlee House Gallery and Museum are holding the Laura Knight: A Celebration exhibition 17 May – 16 September 2021. The exhibition, with over 70 artwork, follows the blossoming of her career on the Cornish coast, through the war years, work in portraiture and with marginalised communities such as the Gypsy dynasties of Malvern.

https://www.penleehouse.org.uk/exhibition/laura-knight/

Why not listen in to angel expert Beverley Densham’s on Spirit & Destiny magazine Facebook Live event – every Thursday at 1 pm.

Spencer Leigh will be presenting a special programme on The Beatles on BBC Radio Merseyside on the 31 August